#ALExperts - McLean Dermatology Featured on Angie's List!

One of our blogs was recently featured on Angie's List. Check it out here!

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A Younger Looking Neck and Chest

Looking to tighten up that skin? Don't just stop at your face! Complete your look by giving the skin on your neck and chest that much-needed attention too. Stop in to try our Revision Nectifirm for a firmer looking neck and décolletage.

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Fat Reduction Really Works: Effective Evidence

If you aren’t already convinced that CoolSculpting REALLY works to safely and permanently reduce fat, allow us to shed some more light on this amazing treatment. Cryolipolysis (common name CoolSculpting) as an effective and noninvasive fat reduction treatment is supported by several evidence-based studies that were presented at a meeting sponsored by the Skin Disease Education Foundation (SDEF) just last year. Studies consistently showed an average fat reduction of 20-25% after just one treatment, and even further fat reduction with consecutive treatments spaced 2-3 months apart. Safety studies revealed that common and temporary side effects include redness, numbness and bruising, but no serious side effects, skin damage or pigment changes were reported.

Still not sure if CoolSculpting is right for you? We offer FREE and personalized Coolsculpt consultations right here in our office. Give us a call at (703) 356-5111 to book your free consult today!

Exclusive offer going on now: $100 off your CoolSculpt treatment AND a friend's when you bring a friend. 

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The Use of Topical Corticosteroids During Pregnancy

If you are planning a pregnancy or are currently pregnant, it is important to check the safety of your medications. Topical corticosteroids are effective anti-inflammatory agents often prescribed for the treatment of rash and eczema. A recent study* suggests that pregnant women can use topical corticosteroids for short periods of time at normal doses without posing a risk to their child. A group of 2,658 pregnant women ages 15-44 were given one or more prescriptions for topical corticosteroids. Compared to a control group of 7,246 pregnant women who were not exposed, the study revealed no associations between topical corticosteroids and orofacial cleft, low birth weight, preterm delivery, fetal death, low Apgar score nor mode of delivery. It is important to note, however, that further analysis suggests that the use of potent or very potent doses (≥300 g) of corticosteroids during the entire pregnancy may increase the risk for low birth weight.

From Dermatology Times, *original study published online in JAMA Dermatology

New Rosacea Drug!

Have Rosacea? Try this miracle drug that works in 30 minutes or less! Mirvaso - the quick solution to your facial redness!

Call to book your appointment today! (703) 356-5111


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Prevent Scarring Before It Starts

Before a dark spot can become your worst enemy, here are 3 stages to preventing acne scars:

1. When you feel a blemish coming on...
- Apply medication to the area. Almost all acne patients require medication of some degree, be it antibiotics, tretinoinor something that helps regulate hormones, to get the skin under control.
Don’t overload your skin with products that are too harsh or too drying. Stick to one zit-zapping ingredient with a proven track record. Steer clear of overcleansing and overexfoliating the skin. This can strip away too much of the skin’s natural oils, making the skin dehydrated and instigate additional breakouts.

2. When you are faced with a full-on breakout...

- Don’t squeeze it, pop it or pick at it. The pressure incurred from picking or squeezing can push the infection deeperinto the skin and spread it to the surrounding tissue, in turn causing more inflammation and the potential for further damage. Wear an oil-free noncomedogenic sunscreen. Another beneficial option is to have a dermatologist inject the blemish.

3. When the pimple starts to dwindle in size and intensity...

- If a scab forms, let it fall off on its own. Forcing or picking a scab off the skin will most likely leave behind a discolored spot. Apply a brightening lotion or cream. Topical products that work to lighten and brighten, such as Hyrdoquinoine, may reduce how dark a spot may be, especially if you are prone to post-acne discoloration.

Article source: New Beauty

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Drink Up Ladies for that H2Glow!

It's not exactly new information that water is good for you. We're told to drink at least eight glasses a day for clear skin, fresh breath, and good digestion, and now there's actually photo evidence that shows just how important proper hydration really is.
People who often suffer from chronic headaches are encouraged to drink more water. One woman proved its potency from drinking three glasses of water a day to three liters a day for one month and recorded the results in a photo diary. The results are staggering as you can see here. 
After her fourth week of increasing her water intake, she said, "I genuinely can't believe the difference in my face. I look like a different woman. The dark shadows around my eyes have all but disappeared and the blotches have gone. My skin is almost as dewy as it was when I was a child. The transformation is nothing short of remarkable."

She was also able to drop two pounds without changing anything else in her diet and workout routine, and found that the minor cellulite around her legs and butt had disappeared. Those are just the cosmetic changes! Smith also noticed increased energy and mental sharpness, and her headaches disappeared.

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