One of the challenges with aging skin is to get the youthful, fresh and glowing look of younger skin. Over time, and with exposure to the Austin sun, wind, makeup and chemicals and toxins in our environment, the dry, old skin layers can build up on the surface, giving a dull, lifeless look to the surface.
At the same time, fine lines and wrinkles also form as skin cells lose volume as we age. By using different options in facial skin resurfacing, it is possible to remove the dead layers of skin, reduce the look of fine wrinkles and surface skin damage.
Options to Consider
An important first step is to meet with a cosmetic surgeon to clearly set your goals. The doctor evaluates your skin and is able to provide a precise recommendation to assist you in achieving those goals.
Depending on the options recommended for facial skin resurfacing, there may be no downtime to a period of time where the sun needs to be protected from exposure to the sun. In most of the services and options, the results are immediately noticeable and become more significant in the days to follow as the skin responds to the treatment.
Non Surgical Treatments
While some men and women in Austin may choose to combine different surgical and non-surgical treatments for the face, the facial skin resurfacing options are non-surgical. This means they can be done in the office and do not require anesthetic.
The treatments themselves are mildly uncomfortable to completely painless, and this varies from patient to patient. Some procedures, such as micro-needling, may use a topical cream to numb the areas to be treated. Laser treatments do not require this type of numbing, and they can be an ideal option in removing darks and skin tone differences.
