Author Archives: clarite

Acne in Darker Skin Types

Posted on March 26, 2017 by clarite

Acne is a problem for anyone who has it, but in darker skinned individuals pigmentation (darker spots) is a real issue. This is called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). Physicians treating this condition need to be careful with products used as to not … Continue reading →

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Excess sweating

Posted on December 28, 2016 by clarite

Hyperhidrosis , or excess sweating affects approximately 2-3% of the population. It can be embarrassing for many people. Why do some people sweat more than others? It is not yet known why. This condition can impact the function and quality … Continue reading →

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Peptides in Skincare Products

Posted on December 18, 2016 by clarite

You have heard about skincare products with peptides , but do you know what they are? Peptides can help reduce fine and moderate wrinkles by increased collagen production. There are several that have shown to exhibit significant improvement, but not … Continue reading →

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Aging Gracefully

Posted on November 7, 2016 by clarite

The benefits of cosmetic treatments can be enjoyed at any age. As one ages, there is a loss of tissue volume which can create a tired or sunken appearance. This is where fillers are successfully used, restoring volume and giving … Continue reading →

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Laser Hair Reduction

Posted on December 28, 2014 by clarite

There are two main methods of permanent hair reduction: electrolysis and laser. Anyone who says they offer permanent hair removal is offering misleading information. There is no such thing – this is a myth. Why? Because eventually some hair will … Continue reading →

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Preparing the Skin Before a Chemical Peel or Microdermabrasion

Posted on November 23, 2014 by clarite

Why prepare the skin? Imagine this – you are coming in for a treatment to remove a superficial layer of the skin either through chemical exfoliation (chemical peel) or physical exfoliation (microdermabrasion). If the skin underneath is not in good … Continue reading →

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Chemical Peels and Acne

Posted on October 3, 2014 by clarite

Do the words “chemical peel” bring to mind images from a sitcom where one of the ladies has pieces of skin falling off? or a snake shedding its skin? There is a lot of misunderstanding about “peels”. Done in a doctors … Continue reading →

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