At A Glance WHAT IT IS Warts are fleshy benign bumps on the skin or mucous membrane (the moist, inner lining of some of our organs and body cavities) like our nose and mouth. WHAT CAUSES WARTS Warts are an viral infection (not cancerous) that is caused by HPV aka Human Papillomavirus which causes an…
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Why You Should Get Facials Monthly
At A Glance WHAT IT IS A Charlotte Skin & Laser facial is a customizable treatment addressing your skin’s specific needs and concerns while leaving you feeling pampered and refreshed. WHAT IT DOES Our facials combines medical grade exfoliants, light extractions, treatment masks and repairative serums and solutions to target signs of aging, brighten dull…
Get Ahead of Wrinkles and Aging
AGING | TREATMENTS | SKINCARE Prejuvenation is a new term used to describe steps you can take to stay ahead of aging skin and appearance and keep a lifetime of healthy, youthful skin. It is said there is no time like the present and that is certainly true with staying ahead of aging. Below is…
Turn Back The Clock Anti-aging Laser Treatments
Lasers & Treatments By Elizabeth Rostan, MD Filed Under DEVICES & TREATMENTS Quick Look AGING SKIN Around age 30, our skin stops producing collagen. Aging and sun damage lead to collagen loss as well as loss of elastic tissue in our skin. Collagen can be thought of as the strength of our skin and elastin…
Going to the PGA Championship this week?? Some tips for sun protection
The single best thing you can do for your skin is protect it from excessive sun exposure. For a day at the tournament I would recommend a minimum SPF of 30 – but not all sun blocks are created equal. Those containing zinc or titanium offer the best protection from UVB and UVA rays. Look…
Rosacea Skin Care – Sun Protection
One of the most common and frequent triggers for rosacea flare is sunlight or ultraviolet radiation. Daily sun protection is essential to treat and prevent the progression of rosacea. A sunscreen product whose main active ingredient is a physical agent, such as zinc or titanium, is recommended for sensitive skin patients and patients who suffer…
Common Questions About Rosacea: A conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, MD
If you didn’t know, April is National Rosacea Awareness Month, so we sat down with Dr. Rostan of Charlotte Skin and Laser to get the scoop on the redness (and other symptoms) associated with the condition. What is rosacea and how would I know if I had it? It’s kind of on a continuum with…
Get the Upper Hand on Acne – Tackle the Clogged Pores
All acne lesions start with what is called the micro-comedome which goes on to be a comedome or clogged pore. Comedomes form from upper skin cell layers sticking together and not sloughing off, thus blocking the pore and causing build up of oil and debris in the pore. These build ups can be “open comedomes”…
So You Got Sunburn, Now What?
We say it over and over again… wear sunscreen! Reapply! But still, someone will get a sunburn. And it will hurt and be uncomfortable. So what do you do? For the pain, you can take anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or naproxen (Aleve). However, do not give aspirin to children! To…
Winter Skin Care
During the winter months our skin is exposed to a less humid environment and cold temperatures. Outdoor activities can also expose skin to wind, as well as cold. These factors can lead to dry and cracked skin making it more prone to itch, discomfort and rash. Below are some great tips for keeping your skin…
