Skin Treatments

19 Aug

Microneedling With Hyaluronic Acid for Lip Enhancement: What Is Supported — and What Isn’t

Understanding hydration, swelling, pigment, and what current evidence actually shows. Microneedling has a well-established role in skin rejuvenation when performed appropriately and on suitable areas of the skin. Hyaluronic acid is also widely used in dermatology for its hydrating properties and, in specific formulations, for soft-tissue...

12:34 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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30 Apr

Visible Facial Veins: Nd:YAG Laser Treatment Explained

Understanding what can be treated, what cannot, and why the right tool matters Visible facial veins — often described as broken capillaries or thread veins — are a common cosmetic concern, particularly around the nose, cheeks, and chin. While these vessels are typically benign, they can...

06:26 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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20 Mar

IPL vs Laser Hair Removal

Understanding technology differences, skin response, and when IPL is the better choice. IPL and laser hair removal are often presented as competing technologies, with one framed as superior to the other. This has led to unnecessary confusion — and, in some cases, oversimplified recommendations. In reality, neither...

10:57 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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31 Jan

What Is the Right Microneedling Depth?

Why depth depends on indication, anatomy, and risk — not a single number. Microneedling depth is often discussed as though there is a universally “correct” setting that guarantees optimal results. In reality, no single depth is appropriate for all skin concerns, all areas of the face,...

06:23 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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08 Jan

The Reality of Non-Invasive Skin Tightening

What skin tightening treatments can support — and what they cannot correct. Non-invasive skin tightening treatments are frequently marketed as solutions for sagging, laxity, and age-related structural change. Promises of lifting and firming without surgery are appealing — but they often blur the line between biologic support and structural...

09:58 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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29 Dec

Are New Non-Invasive Skin Treatments Always Better?

How to distinguish meaningful progress from marketing pressure. The non-invasive skin treatment market evolves rapidly. New devices, techniques, and protocols appear regularly, often accompanied by confident claims of improved results, fewer treatments, or outcomes once thought impossible without surgery. Innovation itself is not the issue. The challenge...

06:15 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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04 Dec

Navigating Microneedling

Real devices, safe practice, and how to make informed choices. Microneedling is one of the most commonly offered aesthetic treatments — and one of the most misunderstood. From a client perspective, it is often described as a way to improve texture, support collagen production, or enhance overall...

12:47 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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10 Nov

What is Microneedling and What Can It Do for My Skin?

What is microneedling? We’re frequently asked this question, so we thought we’d write a short post describing the basics of this effective skin treatment. Are you looking for a safe anti-aging treatment, with little to no downtime, that will surprise you with fantastic results? Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and the texture changes that occur with age, as well as the overall tone and brightness of your skin.

09:58 / Skin Treatments / Kelly Hallam, RTNM CPCP

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