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

When Kim Kardashian made news with her “vampire facial,” the procedure actually wasn’t new. Microneedling therapy, also known as skin needling, has been around for many years but is currently enjoying a renaissance. And although microneedling devices are now available for home use, trying to undertake the procedure on your own carries significant risk. Why use microneedling? Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that stimulates collagen growth. A mechanical pen, its head filled with tiny needles, is rolled over the skin and as it vibrates, it delivers microinjections, penetrating the skin many times over the course of a few seconds. The needles are used to create a controlled skin injury.… read more

On Wednesday, December 7, Skin Wellness kicks off our own unique approach to the 12 days of Christmas. On each day leading up to Christmas, we’ll offer a new special, such as 50 percent off microdermabrasion, chemical peels and facials; or 50 percent off laser hair removal. Watch for each of our 12 holiday specials and you can snag a favorite product or procedure at a great price. It’s our holiday gift to you. Day One Wednesday, December 7th

The holiday season has arrived, and at the Skin Wellness Dermatology of Alabama, we’re ready to celebrate. Whether you’re looking for gifts for special people, creating your own holiday wish list, or simply want to look your best for upcoming holiday parties, we are here to help. And we’ve designed several events and programs to make holiday shopping easier for you and your loved ones this year. Black Friday Sale When Thanksgiving ends, the holiday shopping season officially begins. And even though our office will be closed, Skin Wellness Dermatology is offering 20 percent off all products on our website, along with free shipping. You can stay cozy at home,… read more

So you thought pimples were just for teenagers? Unfortunately, that isn’t the case. People can experience acne at any age, and some studies show that the incidence of adult acne is on the rise. In our practice, we regularly see patients who are frustrated with flare-ups of adult acne. Luckily, there are some hassle free ways to manage and eliminate adult acne. Resolving the problem starts with understanding what may be causing adult acne and then determining the best treatment path for your particular situation. What causes adult acne? Pimples can affect anyone, but women are more likely than men to experience acne as adults. That’s often because of the… read more

As we age, our bodies change. And many of us end up with unwanted fat that seems almost impossible to lose. Sometimes, even with a healthy lifestyle of eating nutritiously and exercising regularly, stubborn fat still lingers. While surgery may be able to fix the problem, it’s a drastic step and can be risky. Many of our patients want to lose unwanted fat naturally and just need a little help. They are often interested to hear about CoolSculpting, the only FDA-cleared, non-surgical fat reduction treatment of its kind. The technique uses controlled cooling to eliminate stubborn fat in the areas that bother you the most—and the results are lasting. We… read more

By Dr. Corey Hartman As we age, our skin changes. And everyone’s skin is affected by sun, wind, stress, gravity and possibly bad habits. It’s common for skin to become rougher, more transparent and less elastic as we age. But there’s good news: There are steps you can take to help your skin stay supple and fresh-looking, even as you continue to have more birthdays. My patients have benefited from following these four steps to reversing the aging process and keeping your skin clear and smooth: Follow a daily skin care regimen. If you’re concerned about maintaining younger-looking skin (or even if you aren’t yet), you need a daily regimen… read more

At Skin Wellness Dermatology of Alabama, we see many patients who are interested in lash extensions to make their eyelashes look longer, lusher and darker. But we also see loads of patients who have problems—both aesthetic and medical—with their lash extensions. Extension Problems First of all, if you’ve seen many people with lash extensions, you’ve likely seen some botched jobs. There are a lot of bad lashes out there, such as the ones where you can see the glue glopped onto the lashes, or the ones that simply look obviously fake. The whole point is to make the long, dark lashes look like they’re actually natural, so these jobs have… read more