Aesthetic Treatments for Skin of Color: Tried, True & the Next New
At the most recent Skin of Color Update conference in New York City, Dr. Cheryl Burgess and Dr. Michelle Henry shared their perspectives on the evolving landscape of cosmetic dermatology, highlighting both established treatments and cutting-edge innovations that are reshaping aesthetic care for patients with skin of color.
Expanding Indications and FDA Approvals
Dr. Burgess, who has witnessed th …
At the most recent Skin of Color Update conference in New York City, Dr. Cheryl Burgess and Dr. Michelle Henry shared their perspectives on the evolving landscape of cosmetic dermatology, highlighting both established treatments and cutting-edge innovations that are reshaping aesthetic care for patients with skin of color.
Expanding Indications and FDA Approvals
Dr. Burgess, who has witnessed th … Continue reading "Aesthetic Treatments for Skin of Color: Tried, True & the Next New"
Dr. Cheri Frey recently delivered an insightful lecture on the evolving landscapes of cosmeceuticals and regenerative medicine. Her presentation addressed the complexities of a crowded market, emerging trends like “prejuvenation,” and the unique biological considerations for treating aging in patients with skin of color.
Navigating the Cosmeceutical Landscape
Dr. Frey acknowledged that t … 
Microtoxin or microbotox is a novel approach in aesthetics where microdosed botulinum toxin is placed into the dermis. Unlike traditional neuromodulators that target skeletal muscle, microtoxin acts within the dermis, impacting sebaceous and eccrine glands, arrector pili contraction, fibroblast signaling, and neurovascular pathways. The result is enhanced skin quality without impaired facial muscl … 
Menopausal skin was the subject of a recent FOX News interview with Amy Weschler, MD, PhD, who is board certified in dermatology and psychiatry. In the interview, Dr. Weschler addressed acne during menopause as well as the impact of stress and sleep on the skin. She included recommendations for stress management that can lead to skin improvements.
For a deeper dive into the skin effects of meno … 
Dr. Jacqueline Watchmaker, a fellowship-trained cosmetic dermatologist at Southwest Skin Specialists in Scottsdale, Arizona, shared practical, evidence-informed guidance on assessing and managing complications from hyaluronic acid and other injectable fillers. She emphasized that, although complications can occur with frequent injections, an injector’s skill in preventi …