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Dallas IPL Fotofacial Special ends March 31, 2013

What is IPL Photo-rejuvenation?

Photoaging from years of sun exposure leads to discoloration, rough texture,course and fine lines, sun spots, broken capillaries and poor skin texture
IPL(Intense Pulsed Light) targets the dark pigment in skin and the red pigment in broken or dilated blood vessels to instantly destroy brown sunspots and minimize dilated and broken capillaries. IPL treatments improve the appearance of enlarged pores, coarse or rough skin, poor skin tone and loss of elasticity which makes it an excellent treatment for photoaging and for rosacea.

What to expect during the treatments?
The treatment is done by one of our experienced, laser trained medical aestheticians. The treated area is iced and with cool gel. Most people describe the IPL as sensation of a rubber band snap. We start conservatively to assess the response of your skin and gradually increase the intensity of treatment at each subsequent visit for best results with fewer side effects

How many treatments will I need?
The number of treatments do get the desired results depends on the type of skin and skin response to treatment. On average most people need 4-5 sessions, 2-3 weeks apart for best results which can be maintained with touch up treatments every few months

What are the potential side effects of IPL?
The IPL destroys sunspots and broken capillaries with heat, skin burn is the most common side effect from IPL. Superficial and mild skin burns heal without any scarring and are sometimes unavoidable to get the desired results. Sometimes skin burns can lead to hyperpigmentation especially in darker skin type, therefore dark skinned individuals are not the best candidates for this treatment

What areas can be treated with IPL?
The treatment is suitable for any exposed area of your body with sun damage. Face, decolletage, back of hands, arms are some of the most common areas treated in our office

Call 888-210-9693 for an appointment for IPL Fotofacial in Dallas for youthful, smooth and revitalized even toned skin

Difference between IPL Photorejuvenation and CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatments

Which treatment is right for you?

Overview of IPL Photo-rejuvenation Treatments in Our Dallas Skincare Practice

IPL FotoFacial, Photorejuvenation or Photofacial
IPL is short for Intense Pulsed Light, and is considered one of the most advanced and widely performed non invasive anti-aging skin treatments. IPL photo-rejuvenation or FotoFacial is performed by firing intense pulsed light onto the skin surface to target different skin structures. The different types of IPL filters can be used to improve or eliminate different types of skin problems such as broken capillaries, rosacea, sun spots, age spots, freckles and blemishes.

Overview of CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing at our Dallas Skincare Office

The CO2 laser resurfacing traditionally has been the gold standard for laser skin resurfacing for all signs of facial aging,rough texture, fine and deep wrinkles, loss of skin tone and elasticity. The downside of CO2 laser is the discomfort during the procedure requiring this procedure to be performed under general anesthesia or heavy sedation and a very prolonged (6 week) recovery time. The traditional CO2 laser can only be used to treat the face, and is not suitable for neck, chest or back of hands.
The Fractional CO2 laser is the latest cutting edge and revolutionary laser technology which keeps many of the advantages of the traditional CO2 laser, with huge benefits of far less discomfort (performed with topical anesthetic creme only) and much shorter downtime (4-5 days) The CO2 fractional laser can be safely used to treat the photo-damaged skin of neck, chest and back of hands in addition to face. The CO2 fractional laser treatment can significantly improve skin sun spots, freckles, , pores and induce skin tightening as well.

Difference between IPL Photorejuvenation and and CO2 Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatments

IPL is not the same as laser skin treatments because unlike laser, IPL uses a very bright burst of broad-spectrum light through a wide treatment head, placed on the surface of skin. The wavelength of the IPL is selected according to the skin type and the skin concerns of the individual treated. The intense pulsed light specifically targets brown pigment in the sun spots , age spots or freckes and the red pigment in the broken capillaries and rosacea without affecting the superficial layer of the skin (the epidermis).

The following are the most salient differences between IPL and laser skin resurfacing

IPL causes less discomfort than the CO2 fractional laser skin resurfacing and does not require topical anesthetic creme before the treatment.
IPL does not remove or peel away the surface of skin
IPL has less recovery time than the CO2 fractional laser. Most people can apply makeup and go right back to their busy schedules. Laser resurfacing requires 3-5 days of skin healing and downtime
IPL requires 4-6 sessions for best results, Laser resurfacing with CO2 Fractional laser requires one treatment only
In our Dallas antiaging skincare office IPL is done by our certified medical aestheticians and Laser resurfacing is performed by Dr. Malik

Differences in Results of IPL Photo-rejuvenation and CO2 Fractional Laser Resurfacing Treatments

IPL treatment leads to :
Significant improvement in sun spots, age spots, Freckles, Rosacea, broken capillaries

Subtle improvement in Skin texture, Pores and fine lines

The CO2 fractional laser leads to:

Significant improvement in rough skin , fine and deep wrinkles, skin tone and elasticity
acne and other scars, appearance of pores

No improvement in skin redness and broken capillaries, in fact for several weeks there is increase in facial redness. People with rosacea are not the best candidates for CO2 fractional laser resurfacing.

In our Dallas skincare clinic, we combine IPL FotoFacial and CO2 Fractional laser resurfacing for individuals with a combination of photo-damage and facial redness.

For more information about the right type of skin treatment for your skin type and concerns, please call our office 888-210-9693 for a complimentary appointment with Dr. Malik

5 Reasons to Consider IPL Fotofacial- Dallas Skin Rejuvenation Treatments

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Photorejuvenation therapy uses different wavelengths of light to treat several types of skin conditions in the superficial layer of skin. IPL fotofacials are done as a series of 4-6 treatments depending on skin type, extent of skin aging/rosacea and individual response to the treatment.

With cooler temperatures and less sun exposure, right now is an ideal time to consider IPL treatment. IPL Photorejuvenation or "Fotofacial" has several advantages, 5 of them are listed below:

1. No downtime


2. Minimum discomfort


3. Lightens surface brown spots/sun spots for even skin coloration


4. Reduces skin flushing, redness and rosacea


5. Improves skin tone and texture due to milder effect on collage production



Like all aesthetic treatments, IPL Photo-rejuvenation can cause side effects, burns and scarring. The procedure should be performed by experienced, laser trained certified aesthetician under Physician supervision. IPL is not for everyone and we suggest consulting with an experienced Physician before starting your treatment.

Not all IPL Photo-rejuvenation equipment is the same. All laser treatments at our Dallas Skincare clinic and Southlake cosmetic skincare center are performed by certified laser trained aestheticians under Physician supervision with medical grade skin lasers and IPL Photo-rejuvenation equipment

We have seen burns and even scarring from IPL Photo-rejuvenation treatment with poor patient selection and/or poor technique and suggest using caution with these treatments.

We have specials on IPL Photorejuvenation and other cosmetic skin treatments in Dallas and Southlake, please visit our website and/or sign up on our email list

For more information about Cosmetic skincare treatments in Dallas and Southlake or for a Consultation, please call 888-210-9693

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Healthy Skin Super Foods- 5 Foods for Beautiful Skin

Eating the right foods is one of the most effective way to get Beautiful, glowing skin without spending time and money on expensive surface skin treatments which may or may not work!

On the other hand, even the best Skincare products and most reliable skin treatments work best when accompanied with these skin "Super foods"

Remember, skin is the largest organ of your body and reflects your body's inner health, start eating these skin super foods and you will be on your way to your healthiest, clearest skin!

1. Skin Super food # 1- Berries
All types of berries, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries blackberries contain loads of antioxidants which not only slows down the aging process but also increases skin's ability to repair itself of daily wear and tear.
2. Skin Super Food # 2- Almonds
Almonds are rich in Vitamin E which is great for its antioxidant properties and skin moisturizing reducing both aging and skin dryness. Almonds are also provide "good fats" which help retaining water in skin, keeping skin well hydrated and supple
3. Skin Super Food # 3-Avocados
Avoczdos provide "good fats" essential to hold water in skin. Without good fats, skin is unable to retain water to maintain hydration no matter how much water you drink. Avocados are rich in Niacin, the B3 vitamin known for its anti-inflammatory properties in skin . Niacin has been used to treat several inflammatory skin disorders such as acne, eczema, dry skin etc. In our dermatology practice we have seen significant improvement in chronic adult and teen acne with use of oral niacin and topical niacin. We have niacin in our adult and teen acne treatment system for topical application.
4. Skin Super Food # 4- Salmon
One of the richest foods in omega 3 fatty acids, salmon provides softness and suppleness to your skin . These "good fats" have an anti-inflammatory effect on your skin which reduces chronic inflammatory skin conditions like acne, eczema, clogged pores, and even aging.
5. Skin Super Food # 5- Green tea
Green tea with its high content of antioxidants fights free radicals and neutralizes UV light, with its anti-inflammatory properties, decreases inflammation improving inflammatory skin disorders

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Best Cleaning Tips- Change your cleanser with your changing skincare needs

Most people make the mistake of keeping the same skin cleanser regardless of their changing skincare needs. I see this very often in our patients.

This can lead to over drying of skin with continued or too frequent use of anti-acne cleanser or cleanser meant to reduce skin surface oils when your skin does not this type of cleansing or the opposite effect of excess surface oil accumulation and acne breakouts with continued use of "extra gentle" cleanser made for dry or irritated skin.

The truth is, very few people have constant skincare needs.
For most of us, our skin goes through periods of excess oil production with increase in acne breakouts interspersed with periods of relatively low surface oil with tendency to get "dry" or irritated.

The skin oil variation and susceptibility to acne breakouts or to irritation and redness can vary with several internal or external influences such as, menstrual cycle, stress level, extremes of temperature, level of physical activity, type of diet etc.

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Have two types of cleanser at hand suitable to your most common variations and switch with your changing skin needs.
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Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition of adults characterized by facial redness and formation of new and broken blood vessels. The symptoms of rosacea vary from periodic facial flushing, facial redness, appearance of broken capillaries and small red, pus- filled bumps.

With over 16 million Americans affected by rosacea, it is unfortunate that most are undiagnosed and not aware of the condition. It is estimated that 78% of Americans do not know the symptoms of rosacea.

Rosacea gets progressively worse over time if left untreated. In most people, rosacea tends to occur in cycles which means there are periods of relatively asymptomatic phase interspersed with worsening of skin redness, appearance of tender bumps etc.

The treatment of rosacea depends on the severity of skin symptoms and presentation at the time of visit. I like a gradual, stepped approach to rosacea treatment.

Generally, lifestyle modification and gentle, calming skincare products appropriate for rosacea prone skin may be sufficient for management of mild and early rosacea.

The next step is addition of topical prescription medications such as Metronidazole gel or Finacea gel followed by oral low dose antibiotics like Oracea to reduce the inflammatory process.

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Disclaimer:

The information provided on this website is for educational purpose only and does not create doctor/patient relationship and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your physician if you need medical advice for your symptoms.