Hair loss and thinning hair is something that can happen to almost anyone at any age. Thankfully, there have been recent advancements in technology that can help fight hair loss and promote the growth of new hair. There are several things you need to know about Theradome and how it can combat hair loss. What Is Theradome Laser Treatment? Theradome laser treatment is a hair growth method that is effective, safe and has been cleared by the FDA. This particular type of laser therapy is created in the form of a helmet that is worn directly on your head. Other popular treatments, including hair transplants, can cost thousands of dollars.… read more

Rosacea is a frustrating skin condition that many people deal with every day. For some, it is permanent. For others, it comes and goes. Oftentimes, skin creams and lotions aren’t effective at clearing rosacea, so patients turn to other sources – like intense pulsed light treatment. What Is Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatment? Intense pulsed light treatment (also known as IPL) is a medical technology used by doctors to treat various skin problems. With this therapy, many different wavelengths of light penetrate the skin, where they are converted to heat energy. Through the use of filters, this heat energy targets specific chromophores (skin components that are responsible for color), which… read more

What should you focus your skin care routine on during the warmer months? Changing seasons bring different weather conditions which have an impact on your skin.  Once the colder temperatures give way to warmer air, more intense sun and higher humidity, it’s important to consider how these changes interact with your skin care routine.  The focus should be less on hydration and more on sun protection and oil control. What products should you swap out for summer? Once the cold, dry air of winter is gone and we turn off our heaters which dry the air and dry our skin, it’s time to forget the heavy moisturizers and emollients that… read more

Your immune system is designed to fight bacteria and disease. But when you have an autoimmune disorder, your immune system mistakenly attacks your healthy cells, making you sick. These attacks can occur in various areas of the body: Common autoimmune disorders include rheumatoid arthritis, Type I diabetes, lupus, celiac disease and multiple sclerosis. While all these disorders have an impact on different organs or tissues throughout the body, some autoimmune disorders affect your skin directly. For instance, skin conditions such as scleroderma, psoriasis, dermatomyositis and epidermolysis bullosa are all autoimmune disorders. Like many medical conditions, treating autoimmune skin conditions sometimes requires trial and error. When our patients are dealing with… read more

Everyone loses 50 to 100 hairs per day—but some of us are losing way more than that. While hair loss is somewhat expected for men as they grow older, it’s also quite common in women, according to the American Academy for Dermatology. And the causes are varied: Genetics, aging, hormones, stressful events, nutrition and certain medications or diseases can contribute to hair loss. While some people are comfortable with baldness, most people prefer to keep some hair on their heads. But the good news is that just because you experience hair loss doesn’t mean anybody has to know about it. Dermatologists can often help you determine the cause of your… read more

 When you fly regularly with a particular airline, you expect to earn free miles for future flights. But did you know that when you purchase skin care treatments and procedures, you also can earn points toward future procedures? Brilliant Distinctions is a loyalty program operated by Allergan, the company behind skin care treatments such as Botox, Voluma, Latisse, SkinMedica, Kybella and Volbella. Since 2007, customers who purchase Allergan’s products and treatments have been able to join the program to earn points toward future purchases. For every 100 points earned, members receive a $10 coupon toward a future product or treatment purchase. For instance, members receive 200 points for each Botox… read more

Sometimes, red or itchy skin can be caused by the wrong lotion, the weather or a minor allergy. But other times, a skin rash can be the result of a potentially serious or chronic condition. For instance, psoriasis is a fairly common autoimmune disease that shows itself by causing raised, red patches to appear on the skin. These patches, which are usually scaly and itchy, often show up on elbows, knees or the scalp, but they can appear anywhere on the skin. While some forms of psoriasis can be just moderately uncomfortable, others can be debilitating and even fatal. Here are the major types of psoriasis and how they are… read more

Your lips are one of the most defining features of your face, outlining your smile, communicating your expressions, and puckering up to kiss your loved ones. But as we grow older, our looks change—even our lips. Over time, most people’s lips naturally tighten, flatten and become thinner, and many develop distinctive “lip lines.” But now there’s an easy solution for achieving fuller, smoother, younger-looking lips without doing anything drastic. Volbella, a new product from Allergan (the makers of Botox, Kybella and Latisse), is a dermal filler for lip lines and lips that provides a soft, subtle augmentation. At Skin Wellness, we’re proud to announce that Dr. Hartman was chosen by… read more

The Skin Wellness family added another member last month when Dr. Deborah Youhn joined the team. If you haven’t had a chance to meet our wonderful new doctor, take a second to learn about her here: Dr. Youhn is Board Certified by the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She grew up in the San Francisco Bay area and has lived and practiced dermatology in Chicago, IL, Portland, OR, and Philadelphia, PA before relocating to the Birmingham community. eborah Youhn received her Bachelor of Science degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from California State University. She completed her medical training and… read more

Is better, healthier skin on your New Year’s resolution list? If so, Skin Wellness has the perfect opportunity for you to whip your skin into shape in just three short months with our first ever Beauty Bootcamp. Spots will be open the entire month of January for a February 1st bootcamp kickoff. We will take before and after pictures to prove just how dramatically different your skin can be in three months with a little help from your Skin Wellness family. We have thoughtfully put together three different buy-in options all with incredible savings: Tier One: Buy 20 Units of Botox & Retinol 0.5 Get 1 SkinMedica chemical peel & Total Defense… read more