Eliminating Skin Problems

When you look in the mirror, are you dismayed to see that your skin no longer looks like it used to? Aging is natural and normal, but that does not mean you have to just accept the way your skin looks at your age. There are plenty of ways to slow down and even reverse the signs of aging skin. Here are some non-invasive skin rejuvenation options to explore.

Botox

Botox is often thought of as a treatment for wrinkles, and it is. However, practitioners can also use it to smooth out fine lines, fill in saggy and loose areas, and address spots where your skin has lost volume. Your practitioner can look over your face and determine the key areas where a few Botox shots would make the biggest difference. Botox works by decreasing muscle movement, so it tends to work best in areas where there is more muscle beneath the skin, such as the cheeks, forehead, and around the mouth. Botox shots last several months before wearing off. They've been used for many years with a good track record of success and safety.

Chemical Peels

If your signs of aging include age spots, generally thinning skin, and perhaps some superficial scarring, then you may want to consider a chemical peel. This is a procedure in which a strong chemical solution, usually containing salicylic or glycolic acid, is applied to your skin. It's left in place for just long enough to abrade away the outer layers of the skin. This causes some redness and irritation for a few days, but once those symptoms pass, the newer, fresher skin beneath is revealed. A chemical peel can give you several months of younger-looking skin, and these treatments tend to be rather affordable.

Laser Treatments

Lasers have become quite common in the aesthetic medicine world. There are lasers designed to target most key signs of aging, from wrinkles to fine lines. The key way they vary is in the depth of their reach. Some lasers treat deeper layers of skin, while others only treat the surface. Your practitioner will know which lasers will benefit you the most. They may use one, or they may use several to address a variety of skin concerns.

While you can't stop time from passing, you can do something about the effects of time and aging on your skin. Talk to a med spa clinic like RNA Medical Aesthetics to learn more about skin rejuvenation options.