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Managing Adult Acne: Causes, Prevention Tips and Treatment Options
Adult acne is more common than many people realize. While acne is often thought of as a teenage concern, breakouts can persist – or even begin – for the first…
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Three Decades of Innovation in Cosmetic Dermatology: Dr. Sue Ellen Cox Reflects on the Evolution of the Field
With over 30 years of experience in cosmetic dermatology, our Founder Dr. Sue Ellen Cox has witnessed – and helped shape – the dramatic evolution of aesthetic medicine. From the…
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“Ozempic Face”: How To Minimize Volume Loss from Rapid Weight Loss and GLP-1s
What is “Ozempic Face”? “Ozempic Face” is a colloquial term used to describe changes in facial appearance after undergoing weight loss using Ozempic (semaglutide), other glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists,…
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5 Beauty Tips for Busy Moms: Quick Tricks & Easy Treatments for Self-Care
Self Care for Busy Moms Being a mom is one of the most rewarding jobs in the world—but it’s also one of the busiest. Between school drop-offs, work, meals, and…
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Intense Pulsed Light vs Broadband Light: Is IPL or BBL Right for You?
In the evolving landscape of aesthetic dermatology, light-based treatments have become popular tools for addressing sun damage, pigmentation irregularities, and vascular lesions. Among these, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and BroadBand…
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Aesthetic Solutions Recognized As “Best Cosmetic Dermatologist” in Chapel Hill
For the eighth consecutive year, we are so honored for Aesthetic Solutions to be named by Chapel Hill Magazine in their annual “Best of Chapel Hill” edition – this year…
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What Is Cosmetic Dermatology, and How Is It Different from a Med Spa?
In today’s beauty and wellness landscape, non-invasive treatments to maintain youthful, healthy skin are becoming increasingly mainstream and widely accepted. However, as demand grows, so does the risk—social media influencers,…
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Cosmetic Treatments for Stretch Marks: Red vs White Stretch Marks and Treatment Options
What Causes Stretch Marks? Stretch marks are linear, thinned out, scar-like lesions on the skin, typically seen in areas prone to prolonged stretching of the skin. They are exceedingly common,…
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Laser Treatment for Hooded Eyes: Can Nonsurgical Solutions Compare to an Upper Blepharoplasty?
What Causes Hooded Eyes? There is no single root cause of hooded eyes. Hooded Eyes are multifactorial, caused by genetic predisposition, ethnicity, and changes to the facial anatomy that occur…
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From Back Acne to Keratosis Pilaris: All the Reasons You Should Consider Body Chemical Peels
What Are Chemical Peels? By using a combination of acids, chemical peels stimulate the skin’s natural cellular turnover, leading to smoother, brighter skin. In addition to brightening and smoothing the…
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