December 2011
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Product of the Week: NEOCUTIS LUMIÈRE
Voted the Best Eye Cream (For Dark Circles and/or Puffiness) for 2011  by InStyle Magazine, the NEOCUTIS LUMIÈRE Bio-restorative Eye Cream is a favorite amongst our Patients and Staff! • The only eye cream to provide the NEOCUTIS PSP®* technology to treat the delicate under eye area. • PSP® and hyaluronic acid help firm and hydrate the skin under and around the eyes • Reduces dark circles. •...
Dec 30th
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Question: How long does Sculptra® Aesthetic last?
Answer: The effects of Sculptra® Aesthetic are enduring. In a clinical study, effects lasted for 25 months after the final treatment session in most patients. The results from Sculptra® Aesthetic are not immediate as Sculptra® Aesthetic provides a gradual increase in skin thickness. Your health care provider will see you again in a few weeks to decide if additional...
Dec 29th
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Top 20 Skin Conditions - Number 4
Eczema The most common inflammatory skin disease, eczema is often chronic and usually caused by specific triggers present in the world we live in. (One example is poison ivy also known as rhus dermatitis.) It is an itchy rash that can occur anywhere on the body. People with a history of asthma or a family history of asthma are more likely to get eczema.  Fortunately, despite the chronic...
Dec 27th
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Laser Hair Removal Myths - Part 2
Last Monday for our MediSpa Monday post, Lori Wrightington our Certified Laser Technician and MediSpa Manager sat down to debunk a few common Laser Hair Removal Myths. Today she’s back with Part 2 of the series and a few more misconceptions to break. Myth #4: All hair grows at the same time. Why it’s false: Hair actually has 3 growth cycles. Anagen - growth phase Catagen -...
Dec 26th
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Product of the Week: Glytone Ultra Heel and Elbow...
• For dry, rough skin on heels, elbows and knees: Scaly plaques or Cracked skin • A unique smoothing cream to help re-texturize and soften areas on the heels and elbows. • Utilizes unique qualities of highly concentrated Free Glycolic Acid, mineral oil and glycerin to retexturize and soften. • Provides vitamin E benefits. • Helps stimulate cellular turnover and collagen production, to promote...
Dec 23rd
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Question: How does Laser Tattoo Removal work?
Answer: The laser removes tattoo ink using the energy of light by generating a variety of specific wavelengths of light that target different ink colors. Light passes into the skin but is absorbed by the ink. This rapid absorption of light energy causes the tattoo ink to break into tiny particles, which can then be removed by the body’s natural...
Dec 22nd
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Top 20 Skin Conditions - Number 3
Tinea Versicolor (pityriasis versicolor) A common skin condition, tinea versicolor is caused by a form of yeast which is often already on a human’s skin. Most common in adolescent or young adult males, most often occurring in hot climates, this condition only becomes a concern under certain corresponding circumstances. The symptoms of discolored skin patches, often showing distinct edges, ...
Dec 20th
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Laser Hair Removal Myths - Part 1
Laser Hair Removal is a popular service in our MediSpa - especially during the winter months. For those curious about the process, our Certified Laser Technician and MediSpa Manager, Lori Wrightington, sat down and wrote out a few popular Laser Hair Removal Myths that are worth busting. This is Part 1 of the series, and Part 2 will be out for next Monday’s MediSpa Monday post. Myth #1:...
Dec 19th
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Product of the Week: Avène Thermal Spring Water
 • Unique composition soothes and softens the skin and restores skin’s natural balance.  • Clinically proven by over 300 studies to calm, soothe and soften the skin.  • Used since 1743 to treat conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema.  • Great to soothe the skin post-procedure, after cleansing or shaving, or for any skin irritation including burns. A...
Dec 16th
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Question: What is a Physician Assistant?
Answer: At Dermatology and Laser Center of Charleston we utilize a mid-level provider called a Physician Assistant (PA). A Physician Assistant is licensed to practice medicine and prescribe medications under the supervision of a collaborating physician in all 50 states.  They can be found in virtually any medical and surgical specialty and perform many of the duties traditionally performed by ...
Dec 15th
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Top 20 Skin Conditions - Number 2
Warts Usually seen as rough lesions on the hands, feet or arms, warts can come as a single lesion or grouped. They can also be found grouped into areas containing many lesions, especially on the feet. The cause of warts is the human pappiloma virus (HPV). One of the best ways to prevent warts is to always wear shoes or sandals when visiting public places or...
Dec 13th
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What is Reflexology?
Reflexology is a holistic therapy where gentle pressure is applied to the hands and feet to affect corresponding parts of the body. The theory behind a reflexology massage is the “reflex points” in the hands and feet relate to specific organs in the body. The treatment aims to restore and maintain the body’s natural balance and encourage healing. Below is the reflexology chart pointing...
Dec 12th
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Product of the Week: SkinCeuticals...
A combination of natural microbeads with gentle cleansing and hydrating agents. Gently exfoliates & polishes away dead skin cells Softens and smooths the skin Ideal for all skin types Promotes healthy cell renewal without damaging or drying the skin. Active Ingredients:      - Diatomaceous Earth Microbeads (exfoliates)      - Glycerin (smooths and softens)      - Aloe (moisturizes,...
Dec 9th
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Top 20 Skin Conditions - Number 1
Number 1 on our Top 20 most common skin conditions is very common amongst teenagers, but it often plagues adults up to age 40 as well. Acne, the term for plugged pores, or blackheads and whiteheads, pimples and deeper lumps called cysts or nodules, occurs when bacteria break down the oils in the skin. Irritating substances are produced that activate ...
Dec 8th
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Question: Does BOTOX® paralyze your face?
Answer: BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium, which reduces the activity of the muscles that cause those frown lines between the brows, forehead lines, smile lines or lip line to form over time. It does not permanently paralyze your facial muscles as some may believe. It is, however, the only treatment of it’s kind...
Dec 7th
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What are the Top 20 Skin Conditions?
The field of Dermatology covers a wide array of skin diseases and conditions. Trying to navigate the various conditions for your own benefit can cause great stress, confusion, and sometimes anxiety. To help you navigate these roads, each week we will be posting a series on the Top 20 Skin Conditions, starting with #1 and working our way back to #20. In these posts we hope to answer the following...
Dec 6th
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Welcome!
Welcome to the Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston’s blog. We hope you will find the information posted here both useful and informational as it is our goal to assist you. Founded in 2005 by Dr. Todd E. Schlesinger Board Certified Dermatologist, DLCC offers the triple pronged approach to all of our patients: medical dermatology cosmetic dermatology research...
Dec 5th