Skinformation: QWO
I’m a pretty active person, so you can often find me wearing yoga pants or leggings. I’m self-conscious because I have cellulite that is visible even through the leggings. I only wear black ones because the cellulite doesn’t show as much, and sometimes if I want to look my best, I even wear shapewear under
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Skinformation: Under Eye Wrinkles
I’ve been using a very good eye cream for several years now, but despite that I’m developing more lines around my eyes. When I apply foundation it gets into the little skin creases and makes the lines even more noticeable. What treatment do you recommend for this? The skin around our eyes is the thinnest
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Skinformation: Lip Filler
I was talking to a friend who told me that I’d look good with some filler in my lips. I’m a little curious because my lips look kind of old, but I don’t think I’d ever do it because I’ve seen how bad it looks on many people. What’s your opinion? When we mention filler
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Skinformation: Defined jawline
My 40 year old sister and I both are afflicted with our family’s curse—the jeck. You know, jawline and neck all rolled into one. Neither of us can stand to look at pictures of ourselves because of it. I’ve heard that there are ways to improve it without doing any major surgery, is that true?
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Boost Your Skincare Regimen This Fall
A daily skincare regimen at home is a great foundation for treating minor concerns and maintaining a clear complexion; however, most people can benefit from treatments performed by a dermatologist. At our Tucson practice, we offer a variety of solutions for patients struggling with concerns such as sun damage, acne scars, and splotches. In many
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Skinformation: Microneedling
My friend has been getting a skin treatment called “microneedling” and says she really notices an improvement on her face. I’m interested in trying it, but I’d like to know more about it first. Microneedling is a very popular procedure that is used to stimulate collagen production in the skin. This is definitely a plus–we
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Bargain Hunting and Injections Don’t Mix
Everyone loves a good deal, and everyone loves BOTOX® and fillers. At Skin Spectrum in Tucson, we want our patients to have both. But it’s important to understand the dangers of cutting corners when it comes to injectable treatments. Even though there are legitimate reasons for seeking discounted treatments or products, the reality is this
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Fall Skin Care Tips
Arizona’s extreme climate can be hard on your skin, even if you’ve lived here for years. At no time is this more true than the “shoulder seasons” — fall and spring — when temperatures change quickly. Our skin care patients in Tucson say this time of year can wreak havoc on their complexions. Here are
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Treatments That Are Fit for Summer
Summer in Arizona is more than a season — it’s a lifestyle. As a dermatologist in Tucson, skincare is on my mind all year long, but especially in the summertime, when the sun’s rays are at their most intense and the days are extra long. In addition to the never-ending sunshine, summer is also the
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Shedding That Summer Skin
As we transition to winter weather, it’s time to put away the bathing suits and sandals, and start thinking about shedding that summer skin damage. Here at Skin Spectrum, we offer a variety of solutions ranging from medical grade topical regimens to lasers and medical peels. A nice fall glow starts with the basics: a
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