Skin Care
Maskne – 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 MoreProtect Your Skin from UVB Radiation with Fernblock
Have you been dreaming about catching some summer sun rays or lazing on the beach for hours? Perhaps you’re a tanning bed bunny. Whether you’re one for indoor or outdoor tanning, it is vital that you protect yourself against the damage this can cause to your skin and your health in general. More people are…
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Essential Tips for Skin Care During Cancer Treatment
(or Anytime)
Skin is your largest organ and the first line of defense against infection. During chemotherapy, good skin care is not just cosmetic, it is also an essential part of your treatment. We’ve all heard that chemotherapy causes hair to fall out, but chemotherapy can cause your skin to become drier and more fragile than ever…
Read MoreAchieve Radiance on Your (or Your Daughter's) Wedding Day
Wedding season reaches its peak in October, if you or your daughter plans to get married this fall, you have no doubt spent a lot of time choosing a wedding venue, bridesmaid dresses, food, entertainment, and flower arrangements. Many brides-to-be, grooms, and their parents also add facial and body rejuvenation to their pre-wedding checklist. If…
Read MoreMay is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the US with over 5 million cases diagnosed each year. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. UV radiation can also come from tanning booths or sunlamps but the main cause for Skin…
Read MoreIt's Not Your Fault: It's Genetics
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Image” src=”https://www.aestheticpittsburgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/genetics.png” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” animation=”left” sticky=”off” align=”left” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid” /][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” use_border_color=”off” border_color=”#ffffff” border_style=”solid”] Deep laugh lines, jowls and wrinkles aren’t necessarily just caused by age. 60% of how your skin develops is intrinsically determined by the genetics that were passed down to you. Only…
Read MoreReining in Rosacea
Suffering from Rosacea? We have the answer! Rosacea, while not physically debilitating, may be psychologically debilitating. The red skin, unattractive bumps and pustules, bulbous or reddish nose may make you feel self-conscious. The symptoms may cause you to avoid going out in public. Or, if you do go out you may, wittingly or unwittingly, have…
Read MoreAging Gracefully
There’s no way around it. All organs begin to lose some function and resilience over time. By age 30, our bone and muscle density begins to diminish1. Skin, as the body’s largest organ (not to mention the most environmentally vulnerable organ), is no exception. Skin is our body’s first line of defense for all heat,…
Read MoreFall Has Arrived! It’s Time to Reverse Your Sun Damage
Are you noticing more brown and red spots on your skin as you age? Spots and raised areas may appear on your chest, arms and legs. Even if you have been vigilant with sunblock in recent years, old damage that started in your youth can blossom with the most casual new sun exposure. Fortunately, we…
Read MoreSignal Rejuvenation
How does this sound to you: a skin treatment that is as relaxing as being at a spa, but is effective in enhancing muscle tone, rejuvenating skin, and promoting a youthful appearance – without a bit of pain or downtime. If it sounds impossible – I promise you, it’s not. It is unique technology ideal…
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