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6 Scary Stats that Will Make You Wear Sunscreen this Winter

Jan 10 2017

Since it’s so cold out, most of us don’t think about lathering on SPF during the winter months. However, this chilly season calls for moisturizing and lip protection. Most of all, it calls for sunscreen since more damage can be caused …

Posted in Skin cancer, Skin Care Education

How Does Microdermabrasion Improve Your Skin?

Dec 20 2016

What is Microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive procedure that exfoliates and removes the superficial layer of dry, dead skin cells with tiny crystals. It helps thicken your collagen, which results in a younger looking complexion. It’s an excellent procedure to …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Use Micro-Needling to Treat Fine Lines and Acne Scars

Dec 07 2016

  What is Micro-needling? Micro-needling, also referred to as dermarolling, uses tiny needles to pierce the skin to allow new collagen to grow. The procedure uses the natural healing abilities of your skin to reduce fine lines, scars and wrinkles. The easy, …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

The Ins and Outs of RevitaLash and RevitaBrow

Nov 24 2016
Learn about RevitaLash and RevitaBrow treatments

What is RevitaLash?  RevitaLash is an eyelash stimulating conditioner that is applied alongside the lashline to help grow longer, thicker, and stronger lashes. It is ophthalmologist tested and proven to be safe and effective. It is also hypoallergenic, non-irritating, dermatologist-approved, …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Healthy Skin Month: How Stress Affects Your Skin

Nov 16 2016

November is Healthy Skin Month and we’re focusing on the ways that stress can wreak havoc on your skin. Let’s face it: stress happens to everyone but when you learn to manage it, your skin will be grateful. If you are …

Posted in Skin Care Education

Everything you Should Know About Injectable Neurotoxins (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin)

Nov 09 2016

What are neurotoxins? Neurotoxins, also known as Botox, Dysport, and Xeomin are injectable solutions that temporarily block nerve receptors in the muscle, preventing lines and wrinkles from forming. They can be used to treat muscle stiffness, muscle spasms, excessive sweating, and …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Restore Fullness to your Face with Dermal Fillers

Oct 27 2016

What are dermal fillers? As you age, your skin loses elasticity and begins to sag. Dermal fillers diminish facial lines and restore volume to your face. These fillers reverse this by plumping treated areas. They can plump thin lips, enhance shallow contours, soften …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Sclerotherapy is the Treatment of Choice for Spider Veins

Oct 11 2016
Sclerotherapy treatments at Anne Arundel Dermatology

What is Sclerotherapy? Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to eliminate spider veins. It involved an injection of a solution directly into the vein which irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and clot, forcing blood …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Dermaplaning Can Make Your Skin Glow

Sep 21 2016

What is Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is a safe and highly effective way of exfoliation. During the procedure, a blade shaves and removes the top-most layer of dead skin and unwanted vellus hairs, the baby-fine hairs on your face. In less than …

Posted in Cosmetic Dermatology

Join the Hunt to Spot the Van

Sep 20 2016

Over the next two months, Anne Arundel Dermatology will be attending events in North Beach, Hagerstown and Annapolis to promote healthy skin.   When you visit our custom-designed van, you can enter to win a $500 Amazon gift card grand prize, …

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