Skin Treatments for After Pregnancy
Mother’s Day is Sunday and while we wouldn’t trade our bundles of joy for our “before baby” figures, that doesn’t mean we don’t long for the tight tummy of yesteryear. There are laser procedures that can erase stretch marks, tighten skin, and even improve skin tone. Who knew?! Dr. Carol Clinton of Timeless Skin Solutions suggests these treatments to her patients.
For Stretch Marks:
Depending on the severity of stretch marks, improvement can be seen with use of topical products and/or the Titan procedure. Emu Oil is a highly moisturizing, natural skin softener with rejuvenating properties. It is recommended for use during and after pregnancy. Kojic acid and azelaic acid are both effective as lightening agents. By combing these topicals with Titan, a non-invasive procedure which reduces redness and improves elasticity, women can see results in as little as eight weeks.
For Discoloration:
Discoloration is a common side effect of pregnancy. It frequently appears on the face. Topicals that contain Kojic and/or azelaic acid can significantly improve skin discoloration. After pregnancy, retinA and hydroquinone can also safely be used for discoloration. For cases that require more intense treatment, Dr. Clinton recommends Pearl or Intense Pulse Light (IPL) therapy. Pearl combines the impact of resurfacing lasers with the gentleness and safety of non-invasive procedures to treat damaged skin. IPL passes through the top layer of skin and is selectively absorbed by brown, black or blue pigments particles within the skin. Those cells then break into miniscule particles that are removed by the body’s immune system.
For Loose Skin:
The Titan procedure is recommended to tighten the loose skin that remains after 9 months of pregnancy. While the procedure does not aid in weight loss, it does tighten the skin improving elasticity.
It’s never too late to address skin issues related to pregnancy. Even if you had your children 20 or 30 years ago, you can still improve your skin’s tone and texture.
Thank you to Dr. Carol Clinton from Timeless Skin Solutions for providing this post You can read all about her practice at www.timelessskinsolutions.com.
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