How to Choose a Skin Care Specialist

Predating the ancient times of the Egyptian pharaohs, health and beauty have been measured by the appearance of your skin.  Modern times being no different, your face and skin reflect how you care for yourself as a whole.  When your skin does not look its best, you don’t feel your best.  It is well worth the time each day to maintain your most visible asset.  Only board certified dermatologists and those specifically trained in skin care are qualified to provide you with the best care and treatments.  There are multiple treatment options now available. 

Communication and treatment options are key.

From the point of diagnosis, to treatment and follow-up, a proper skin care specialist will answer your questions and ensure that you receive the best in skin care services.  Changing and rejuvenating your skin is a process.  Starting that process can be confusing with so many new and innovative treatments.  Start by scheduling a personal consultation with a licensed aesthetician.  At this time, your skin care specialist will ask questions concerning your medical history and inquire about the results you wish to achieve.  This open discussion enables them to customize products and services to suit your needs and goals.. 

There are many treatment options including facials and chemical peels, microdermabrasion, laser treatments for skin rejuvenation and acne scarring, fillers like Restylane® and Juvederm®, Cosmetic Botox® treatments for fine lines and wrinkles, and  multiple pharmaceutical grade products to help you reach your goals. 

What to look for in a skin care specialist

Simply turn on your television and you will be bombarded with ads to change and rejuvenate your face.  These options may seem like a viable alternative to professional treatments and products; don’t be fooled.  In the end, you’ll most likely spend more money, have disappointing results, and waste a great deal of time.  Consider professional treatments for optimal results.  Before a skin care regimen can be established, a customized skin care analysis should be performed by a licensed aesthetician.  Quality evaluations should include pictures taken with a VISIA complexion analysis camera as a tool for assessment.   These sessions typically last approximately one hour, after which you will be educated about your specific skin type, appropriate care, and treatment options available to you.  If your expectations extend beyond that of skin care, be sure to ask about laser hair removal, cosmetic dermatology, and other related services.  A quality skin care specialist is knowledgeable about these subjects and more.  Your aesthetician can make recommendations for consultations with other providers for these or other appropriate services.   Remember, for the best in professional skin care, find a provider with the ability to customize your treatments to minimize downtime, while providing maximum results.

At the end of this initial consultation, you will have full knowledge of your skin care regimen.  You will also be aware of appropriate treatment options: the results you can expect to see, the length of your recovery period, and any risks accompanying treatments or procedures.  Healthy, radiant skin can increase your confidence and change your life.  Choosing a skin care specialist that operates to the highest of ethical and medical standards is critical.

We all age; that is inevitable.  But with the help of a skin care professional, you can minimize the effects of time and maximize your most visible asset.  While the most effective means of avoiding premature aging is consistent sun protection, a personalized skin care regimen can maintain and dramatically improve your skin. 

For additional information, or to schedule your free consultation, please contact the Center for Dermatology at (717) 741-5512.  You may always stop by our center at 205 Saint Charles Way in York.