18 Apr Plastic Surgeons And Skincare – A Match Made In Heaven
Who better to get skincare advice regarding sunscreen, chemical peels, and any other anti-aging treatments than from a plastic surgeon? Even better is a plastic surgeon who has a dedicated Skin Care Center to address all his patient’s wants, needs, and concerns. With Parson Skin Care Center, Dr. Shaun Parson is just the plastic surgeon you are looking for.
One stop shopping is a good term for it. Under one roof you get ultimate skincare with a plastic surgeon deciding on products he will offer to his patients. Every aspect of skin care, cosmetic procedures, and plastic surgery is readily available. Here you will experience less hassle, a family feel the environment and knowing that you are receiving the expertise and vast knowledge of a highly trained, board certified plastic surgeon.
The skin is the largest organ in the human body and is constantly damaged by the effects of sun and smoke. This result is skin that is dull and dry with sunspots or other discoloration. Additionally, aging and the repetitive movements of the face from the underlying muscles may lead to lines and wrinkles. How then can we address these changes or, better yet, prevent them? The answer is easy. Two products are an essential part of a healthy skin care regimen: sunscreen and vitamin A (retinol) derivatives.
So, What About Sunscreen?
Excessive UV light is incredibly damaging to our skin, and the effects are cumulative. Aside from posing a cancer risk, sunlight chronically injures skin cells leading to a loss of elasticity, increase wrinkles, pigmentation changes, dryness, and undesired texture changes. A sunscreen should have ingredients that cover both UVA and UVB rays and are photostable. Some sunscreens claim to cover both UVA and UVB but are not photostable! (The protective ingredients are broken down by sunlight!) This should be applied year round, not just the summer.
Peels And Retin A
Vitamin A (retinol), and its’ derivatives are powerful anti-aging ingredients. Retinoids, retinoic acid (Retin-A), tretinoins, retinaldehydes, and retinyl esters are all in the vitamin A family. They help increase collagen content in the skin to decrease fine lines and increase cell turnover. Additionally, they can be used to treat acne by reducing cell debris that can block pores. Retinols can, however, result in skin irritation, peeling or flakiness, and sun sensitivity, so it is important to use these products with sunscreen and under the care of your plastic surgeon.
Chemical peels at any strength are beneficial to your skin. By removing cellular buildup and stimulating skin regeneration, peels offer measurable improvement in reducing wrinkles, fine lines, pore size, and oil production while clearing blemishes and improving the skin’s texture, tone, and hydration. Your skin takes on a more vibrant appearance. Chemical peels may be especially beneficial in the treatment of hyper-pigmentation, rosacea, acne, sun damage and photo aging.
Chemical peels come in many strengths, and it’s best to get the recommendation of your physician as to which is best for you.
Skin Care Consultations at Parson Skin Center
At Dr. Parson’s Plastic Surgery and Skin Care Center you will be assured of the very best care in every aspect of your overall cosmetic health. Give Dr. Parson a call at (480) 282-8386 to schedule what will be the beginning of the very best overall cosmetic care you can receive.