Rosacea Update 2020
Recent studies have reported that the incidence of rosacea related acne is increasing. This appears to be exacerbated by masks, increased alcohol consumption, perhaps increased stress and indulging in triggering foods, as well as non-compliance with appropriate skin care. It was found that patients that did not use appropriate skin care products on a regular…
Read MoreBotox as Antidepressant
People who received Botox injections for various conditions reported depression less often compared to patients who did not receive the injections for similar diagnoses, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports. This observed anti-depressive effect of Botox injections in the forehead has been reported previously, as well. Interestingly, this study has found that it may…
Read MoreForever 21: It’s Not Just a Dream
If you want to look 21 forever, the time to start thinking about how to achieve that is NOW, even if you’re only in your 20’s and have nice wrinkle-free smooth skin. So, how can you future-proof your skin and you appearance? When it comes to treating the signs of aging, many people used to…
Read MoreI’m In Love – With Permanent Makeup!
In my wildest imagination, I never thought that I would ever get a tattoo – nor did many of my friends – until we discovered permanent makeup. Now, with a variety of applications depending on our needs and desires, we all look better all day long. Permanent makeup is applied like a tattoo to create…
Read MoreBlack Lives Matter
Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed protests in the U.S. and many parts of the world, standing up against the racism, prejudice and inequality that continue to exist in society, particularly towards the Black and Brown community. ASLC has always been committed to diversity and inclusion. Our mission is to deliver our services…
Read MoreMaskne – Take Care of Your Skin Under the Mask
Wearing a face mask has become the new normal. But while you help protect yourself and others from germs, your skin might be a little more stressed than usual—especially if your skin is prone to acne or other conditions. People with acne-prone skin will be more susceptible to developing acne, hence the new term maskne –…
Read MoreOptimize Health and Immunity
Some things we can’t control—but good self-care practices optimize our health and immunity. Now more than ever, it’s time to take control of your health. We will get through this together! Eat Well: Now more than ever, this is important, as it is paramount for a healthy immune system.…
Read MoreWe Care About Your Safety as Well as Your Aesthetic
We are excited to see all of our patients! However, if you’re traveling to see us or have traveled to any of these states for vacation, we are following state guidelines and ask that you self quarantine for 14 days before your appointment for your safety and ours. At this writing, the states included are:…
Read MoretruSculpt® iD vs CoolSculpting®
How Heat-Based Treatment Stacks Up Against Fat Freezing truSculpt® iD is a revolutionary new body-sculpting treatment that offers tremendous results for both men and women looking to reduce fat and contour their bodies safely and comfortably. Using heat-based technology, how does truSculpt® iD stack up against cold-based treatments like CoolSculpting®? Let’s take a look at…
Read MoreFor Men: Aging Doesn’t Discriminate So Why Should Cosmetic Treatments?
Age doesn’t discriminate between males and females, and neither does the treatment that can help both achieve younger-looking skin. Though women make up the largest group of patients who choose cosmetic treatments for aging-related concerns, Pittsburgh BOTOX® specialist Dr. Roxana Barad, of Aesthetic Skin & Laser Center in Pittsburgh, is seeing an increase in men…
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