Previously we wrote about the types of acne and its causes. In this blog we'll discuss the long term effects and some of the treatments for problem acne. What is the treatment for acne? Mild acne Creams, gels and washes, OTC as well as prescribed, often work well, as part of a regular and basic […]

Acne is a common, ongoing skin disorder affecting the skin, hair follicle and the glands in the skin that produce an oily substance called sebum.  Acne typically first may be noticed around the onset of puberty due to hormonal and other changes associated with it. It affects men and women of all races and ethnicities […]

There has been a recent surge of interest in thread lifts and I have been getting some questions around them. There are different types of threads that can be used to lift areas of the face that are traditionally less responsive to the use of fillers, which typically can help add some volume to parts of the face, traditionally the mid face […]

In consultation with patients, I’m frequently surprised by the confusion and misinformation that exists out there, even among otherwise educated patients. It’s no surprise then, that the beauty industry is as successful as it is, with so many markets selling regimens that aren’t based in fact or evidence. At Skin Essentials we try our best […]