Emsculpt NEO Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
With the soaring popularity of the new Emsculpt NEO device for body shaping, our board-certified dermatologists have been receiving numerous questions from our clients about this revolutionary device for effortlessly trimming problem areas and building muscle. So we thought we’d answer some of the more frequently asked ones here. For an introduction to the Emsculpt NEO, including how it works and what it can do for you, please see our earlier...
Other Little-Known Uses for Botox
In recent years, Botox has been overshadowed in the cosmetic industry by newer, flashier treatments for erasing frown lines, crow’s feet, and wrinkles. But it is still the number one minimally invasive cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. That’s because its safety and efficacy has been described in more than 528 peer-reviewed articles in scientific and medical journals over 16 years. It’s also a very affordable cosmetic procedure, offering rapid...
Proper Wound Care Can Prevent Scarring
Our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter have many ways to minimize scars from injuries. But the best approach is to prevent scarring in the first place. As the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) reminds us, “The appearance of a scar often depends on how well the wound heals. While scars from surgery or over joints like the knees and elbows are hard to avoid, scars caused by minor cuts and scrapes can...
Pandemic Weight: How to Lose the Extra Pudge
If you didn’t manage to put on at least a few extra pounds during the pandemic, consider yourself lucky! The phenomenon was so widespread it even got its own name: the Quarantine 15. Actually, many people gained even more than 15 pounds due to the stress of the coronavirus, the lack of exercise, and the renewed interest in baking. With the advent of the vaccines, we’ve slowly been able to return...
Botox FAQ: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Botox
Our board-certified dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter have been named Diamond Providers of the cosmetic treatment known as Botox. This means that our practice falls within the top four percent of all Botox providers in the United States. Our Diamond Status recognizes our extensive experience with Botox, our ongoing trusted relationship with maker Allergan, and—most important—our top-quality practices. It also means, due to our expertise with this cosmetic procedure, we are...
Skin Conditions That May Signal COVID-19
Our board-certified dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter have seen a number of unusual kinds of skin conditions in connection with COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. Sometimes these skin conditions are an early warning of a COVID-19 infection. Other times, our patients know they’re infected. These skin flare-ups are just one more of the odd symptoms connected with this unusual virus. Some symptoms appear early in the course of infection,...
Do You Know What’s in Your Makeup?
Who among us is brave enough to venture out in public without makeup? Not many, we’d guess. Applying makeup before we leave the house in the morning is as automatic as brushing our teeth.
But have you ever wondered how safe the products you use every day are?
If not, our board-certified dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter have some eye-opening information to share about what’s in common makeup products.
How to Manage Eczema
If you have eczema, our board-certified dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter understand your frustration with this annoying, persistent condition. We want to share the tools to teach you how to manage your eczema. Eczema affects more than 30 million Americans. It is a term for a set of chronic skin conditions characterized by red, irritated, itchy skin, normally accompanied by a rash. Although usually beginning before age five, eczema can occur...
Skincare and Makeup Tips for Acne-Prone Skin
It’s the height of summer, and the harsh temperatures are playing havoc with our skin, especially those who are prone to acne, which is a lot of us. Acne is the most common skin condition in the U.S., affecting up to 50 million Americans. Our board-certified dermatologists in Jupiter know that virtually every case of acne can be treated successfully. But with the right skincare regimen and care when selecting and...
It’s Time to Rediscover Self Tanner for Safe Beauty
For years, our board-certified dermatologists at Genesis Dermatology in Jupiter have implored our clients to avoid the sun, as well as tanning beds. But then we get the pushback: “I look like a ghost without a tan!” “I need that healthy-looking glow!” “A tan helps disguise my uneven skin tone!” But the risks of tanning, whether from the sun or tanning beds, are high. Tanning increases your risk of basal cell...