Archive for September 2026
Signs of Collagen Loss in Your Face — and What to do about it
A woman in her 30s, active, no chronic issues, well put together, walks into a medspa (or grabs me at a social gathering, or stops me in the hallway of my hospital because she knows I run a medspa) and tells me her skin looks tired. She can’t quite put a finger on what changed,…
Read MoreLoose Skin After Weight Loss: What RF Microneedling Can Realistically Do
Weight loss comes with loose skin, not always, but often. Previously we talked about why that happens, how to prevent it, and what to do to treat. Today, we’re going more in depth on how RF microneedling can help. If you’ve lost a significant amount of weight — especially with GLP-1 medications like semaglutide or…
Read MoreHow Long Does Filler Really Last? The Science Behind the Fade
We had a patient this week who requested dissolution of her lip fillers. She’s had her lips filled three times in the last 10 years (at other practices), most recently 2 years ago. Her lips still had considerable amount of fillers in them, and some of the fillers have migrated to the skin above her…
Read MoreCan Picosecond Lasers Help Fade Acne Scars
We’ve talked about acne scars and RF microneedling. Another effective treatment option is picosecond lasers. But if you search about acne scars and laser on the Internet, you’ll get a mix of hope and skepticism. Patients who say “lasers changed my skin” and those who say “lasers didn’t do anything.” The honest answer is more…
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