Fortunately, advances in dermatology have made skin resurfacing a viable option for people of all ages and income brackets. For many people, fractional non-ablating skin resurfacing, in which small areas of the skin are treated without affecting the surrounding skin, is the answer to their skin issues. Here are some facts about fractional resurfacing that patients should keep in mind as they consider whether or not the procedure is right for them:

—No matter the cause of a patient’s impacted skin—whether it be acne, surgical scars, age spots, wrinkles or any number of other causes—the best method of skin resurfacing is often the fractional non-ablating method. It’s a non-invasive way of resurfacing skin that requires minimal preparation on the part of the patient as well as a brief period of treatment and recovery.

—As noted earlier, this skin resurfacing also ensures that perfectly healthy areas of skin are left untouched in the process. It wasn’t too long ago that patients had to worry that good skin would be impacted and damaged in treating the skin that needed repairing, but the exact nature of fractional non-ablating skin resurfacing assures that only small areas are targeted.

—Leaving healthy skin alone allows the treated area to recover faster. Healthier and tighter tissue in the impacted area is created by allowing the natural healing process of the body to unfold.

—Fractional resurfacing is a swift and usually painless process in which the patient wastes little to no time in the doctor’s office. There’s rarely any need to interrupt the treatment, which is a big plus for patients who are trying to fit a trip to the doctor into an otherwise packed day.

—The fractional non-ablative method of skin resurfacing results in almost no redness or swelling for patients. Indeed, a patient’s friends, family members and co-workers won’t be able to tell he or she had any work done! Along those lines, recovery time is minimal—there should be no need to spend valuable sick days or vacation days recovering from the procedure.

—Whether they are searching for the perfect skin they once had, or trying to get it for the first time ever, fractional resurfacing gives patients the skin they’ve always wanted. There’s no putting a price on the boost in self-esteem that clean and clear skin provides.

Taking care of skin and preserving it is tough to do from childhood on, and it gets more difficult with each passing year. But skin resurfacing, and in particular the fractional non-ablative method, can finally give patients of every age the beautiful, healthy skin they have been missing out on for years and even decades!

Those who are looking for resurfacing skin methods that can tackle a series of issues with a minimal amount of pain and inconvenience should look into fractional ablating skin resurfacing. That’s a mouthful, but don’t be intimidated by the name! Fractional ablating skin resurfacing is an excellent solution for patients who, for whatever reason, are seeking to improve and strengthen problem areas of the skin. Here are some of the benefits of this laser skin treatment:

—It provides thorough and complete laser skin rejuvenation. Patients who are self-conscious about skin that is lax and/or wrinkled—or scarred due to acne or any other variety of ailments—will find fractional ablating skin resurfacing a fast, effective and safe way to regain the skin they’ve always wanted. It is an aggressive treatment in which an outer layer of skin is removed while collagen fibers are simultaneously stimulated.

—That may sound like a particularly invasive laser skin treatment, but it’s not. An erbium-YAG laser is used to direct the microbeams of light into the dermis. The ablative procedure uses the microbeams to vaporize the tissue that has been affected. That, too, may sound pretty intense, but it almost instantly addresses the issue with which a patient has been dealing.  A generation ago, treating unhealthy skin was a far tougher and more painful process that not only didn’t guarantee the results a patient wanted but often resulted in scarring.

—However, these microbeams ensure that the smallest possible area of skin is impacted. That means a far lower risk of the patient suffering from scarring or a post-procedure infection. It also gives the skin a far better chance at maintaining its original pigmentation while providing the patient the long-term results he or she seeks.

—While the results of the procedure are long-lasting, the recovery is not—perhaps the best news of all for a patient! The average recovery time for this laser skin treatment can be as few as two days but almost never more than seven days, which makes it possible for it to be scheduled around a long weekend and/or as part of a vacation from work.

—Many times, this laser skin rejuvenation can be completed in one visit, no small consideration for patients. After all, nobody wants to go to the doctor multiple times, even if fractional ablative skin resurfacing gives patients the healthy, youthful-looking skin they were hoping for. A single visit also translates into fewer possible complications for the patient.

The decision to undergo laser skin treatment isn’t an easy one, and patients should take their time in beginning the treatment. But fractional ablative skin resurfacing is the answer for those who want to undergo a comprehensive procedure yet want to recover as quickly and painlessly as possible.

But advances in body waxing techniques mean it no longer has to be that painful. And these improvements have increased the benefits of body waxing for patients of all ages. Read on to learn about the plentiful benefits body waxing provides!

—It enhances one’s self-image. It doesn’t matter where unwanted hair is—you’re always thinking about it and always feeling as if everyone else can see it. So whether you’re addressing hair on your back, chest, legs, face or arms, body waxing will make you feel better and more confident, both at home and in public. You don’t have to worry anymore about bushy eyebrows, or upper lip hair, and what people might be thinking upon meeting you. Along those lines…

—Body waxing allows you to enjoy the summer the way it’s meant to be enjoyed—outside in a bathing suit! With unwanted hair removed, you can head out and bask in the sun without feeling self-conscious and wear that special bathing suit you always wanted to don but could never quite get up the courage to. The benefits of body waxing include turning summer back into the best, most carefree time of the year—just as it was when you were a kid!

—Two very valuable benefits of body waxing: It saves time and frustration you would otherwise endure trying to shave the unwanted hair yourself. Simply put, body waxing gets to spots that are hard to address, and with much greater effectiveness, than a traditional razor. And hair removed via body waxing typically doesn’t begin to grow back for another two to eight weeks—unlike with hair removed the traditional way with a razor and shaving cream. That hair often begins growing back within a day.

—Athletes also derive several benefits from body waxing. Swimmers and tri-athletes, in particular, find that they can cut valuable seconds off their time in the water with completely shaved chests, backs, legs and arms. In the pool and in the ocean, every second counts, so why shouldn’t athletes take advantage of body waxing?

Don’t be frightened by the possibility of hair waxing. Today, many aestheticians and cosmetologists offer a cooler wax, which greatly reduces the discomfort patients feel during the procedure. In addition, there are many things you can do—such as scheduling a waxing appointment for first thing in the morning, taking aspirin or Tylenol right before the procedure and avoiding substances such as caffeine, nicotine and sugar in the two hours before treatment—to lessen the pain and enjoy the benefits of body waxing!

The benefits of spray tanning are numerous. Most notably, spray tanning is the perfect solution for those who are prone to spending too much time in the sun as well as those who don’t have the time to carefully construct the perfect tan. Spray tans can be administered in as few as five minutes and will dry almost as quickly. There’s no need to worry about overdoing it and no need to fret over whether or not an afternoon in the sun will be enough for the tan you want.

The swiftness with which spray tanning occurs will also spare you the potential embarrassment—not to mention the possible worries about long-term skin damage—of remaining too long in the tanning booth and turning that unfortunate shade of dark orange. You will look naturally tan almost immediately, and this appearance will only improve over time—the more often you get a spray tan, the more likely you are to turn that “just right” shade of brown. In addition, the continued refinements of DHA—the active ingredient in spray tanning—ensure the skin turns brown instead of orange.

Another of the valuable benefits of spray tanning is the minimal amount of upkeep necessary. Initial spray tans will last anywhere from five to 10 days, and the more you undergo the process, the longer the tan will last.

Those who get spray tans are also quite safe during the process. The active ingredient in spray tanning is DHA, which the Food and Drug Administration has approved for topical use. Spray tan patients are only recommended to take precautions to cover their eyes and mucous membranes because DHA has not been approved for exposure to those areas.

Receiving a spray tan will also force patients to redouble their skin care efforts when they do go out into the sun for some natural sun tanning. While DHA is safe, it does not protect the skin from UV rays, which means you’ll need to wear sunscreen when outdoors—which everyone should do anyway!

The benefits of spray tanning also extend to the psychological arena. Who isn’t happier in warm weather—and who isn’t happier sporting a healthy looking tan instead of the pasty skin of winter? The expression “look good, feel good” certainly applies here!

Sun tanning has many benefits— but spray tanning allows people in every area of the country the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful tan year-round! Look into spray tanning today!

But laser hair removal makes getting rid of unwanted hair a reality. Read on for some valuable laser hair removal benefits!

—At the least, it slows the growth of new hair: That’s right, “laser hair removal” doesn’t always remove hair forever. But after the initial set of treatments, it will minimize the amount of time one spends plucking at unwanted hairs and make subsequent treatments shorter and less time-consuming. Typically speaking, a patient needs between four and six laser hair removal treatments over a relatively short period of time to achieve the desired results. Subsequent but infrequent visits—between every six to 12 months—could also be needed. It may not be a perfect solution, but only having to deal with removing unwanted hair two or three times a year sure beats dealing with it two or three times a week! While there are no guarantees with laser hair removal, the benefits far outweigh the risks, especially when compared to those associated with electrolysis.

—Side effects are minimal: Skin irritation and pigment changes are the most common side effects, and even these are mostly temporary in nature. Any crusting, irritation or scabbing of the treated skin should disappear shortly, as should a darkening or lightening of the treated skin. The latter most often happens to those who have darker skin and for whom an incorrect laser has been used at an erroneous setting. Issues such as blistering, scarring and skin texture changes very rarely happen with laser hair removal.

—It makes people feel better about themselves. Why do people undergo laser hair removal? They want to get rid of the hair—permanently, if possible but temporarily at worst! Laser hair removal is about boosting one’s self-esteem and self-image, and this procedure is the best-case scenario, both in the short- and long-term. Patients will no longer have to spend time nicking at annoying hairs with a razor or with tweezers, which is a particularly pesky chore to undertake when the hair is on the face. No more worries about chins and cheeks aggravated by the constant picking! As for the future, again, there’s no guarantee as to the permanence of this hair removal. Laser treatment, though, gives patients the best chance of enjoying life without hair in inconvenient and unwanted spots.

If you think these laser hair removal benefits will improve your quality of life, consult with a medical professional today and begin planning for the procedures, which will include a review of your medical history as well as devising a treatment plan and figuring out how much it will cost. Good luck!

Fortunately, a new procedure called “Slim Lipo” is available instead of plastic surgery. Without the need to consult with and have the procedure performed by an expensive plastic surgeon, you can have the opportunity to look your best quickly and with minimal pain, downtime, and invasiveness. Is Slim Lipo right for you? Read on to learn more about Slim Lipo benefits!

—Slim Lipo is minimally invasive: Slim Lipo (the “slim” is actually an acronym for Specific Laser Induced Melting) provides the best of both worlds in that it attacks more fat (as much as five times as much fat than traditional plastic surgery) in a less invasive fashion. Slim Lipo uses a laser that, with a flexible fiber optic attacks a wider area than in routine plastic surgery. This laser light melts away those stubborn fat pockets and allows for more controlled body sculpting and skin tightening. Talk about the best-case scenario—improving your appearance without any evidence you ever went under the knife, or, in this case, the laser! The strength and warmth of the laser is also less intense in Slim Lipo, when compared to traditional surgery, which means the patient is less likely to suffer internal injuries.

The minimal invasiveness of Slim Lipo also means less scarring, less pain and shorter recovery time than traditional plastic surgery. Those who have Slim Lipo can often return to work the very next day and should resume their regular schedules and activities (such as working out) no more than a week after the procedure. In addition, those who have Slim Lipo on a smaller area of the body won’t need suction to remove the fat, which can make for an even quicker recovery time.

—Slim Lipo impacts the areas patients are most likely to want fixed via plastic surgery. The target areas for Slim Lipo include the abdomen, arms, buttocks, chin, hips, knees and thighs—the parts of the body that people want to repair and freshen up! Slim Lipo is a doubly pivotal solution because it addresses the most popular targets and does so in a fashion that is safer and less stressful for both mind and body.

—To have Slim Lipo, a patient must be in reasonably good physical shape. Slim Lipo is not intended to serve as a sudden weight loss procedure. It is recommended that those who have Slim Lipo be within 25 pounds of their optimal weight. So Slim Lipo can be doubly beneficial—it can inspire you to lose weight in order to get the look you ultimately want!

The popularity of laser liposuction has soared in recent years—in fact, it now ranks fourth among the United States’ list of most popular cosmetic procedures. In many ways, Slim Lipo is the best and most worthwhile of these procedures. Find out if you’re a candidate for Slim Lipo today!