For years, people with darker skin tones were told that laser hair removal wasn’t safe for them — and in many cases, that was true. Early laser systems couldn’t distinguish well between pigment in the skin and pigment in the hair follicle, which meant higher risks of burns, hyperpigmentation, and scarring. Thankfully, technology has advanced […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Safe Laser Hair Removal for Dark Skin in Washington DC
Introduction For years, people with melanin-rich skin have heard the myth that laser hair removal for dark skin isn’t safe — especially in Washington DC’s diverse community. At AnewSkin Medspa, we’re here to change that. Under the supervision of Dr. Molly Sarumi, FACP, FIDSA, our Washington DC clinic uses advanced Nd:YAG laser technology designed specifically […]
It’s Fall, Time to Revitalize Your Skin From That Sun Damage
After a summer filled with sunshine, you might notice a few extra wrinkles, dark spots or even a dull, lackluster complexion. If your skin could use a little pick-me-up to get your glow on just in time for fall fun and the holiday season, you might want to think about trying one of these top […]
Get Rid of Dark Spots with Skin Depigmentation
We all have something on our skin that we’re not happy with. This can be dark spots (aka hyper-pigmentation), scarring, uneven skin tone, and even freckles. Dark spots is a broad term though, that actually refers to almost all types of skin discoloration which can be caused by acne scarring, sun exposure, or even hormonal […]
GET RID OF PIGMENTATION SPOTS ON YOUR BODY
Just like acne, pigmentation is a common skin problem that most people face at some or the other point in their life. Darkening of certain spots on the skin can be referred to as pigmentation. While most pigmentation spots fade away on their own, the process is slow. Everyone wants clear, even and glowing […]
Micro-needling versus laser skin rejuvenation and collagen building
Skincare is hard. No matter how much attention we give, or drink ample amounts of water or pamper it with expensive creams and serums, it rarely gives us our desired healthy look. But what if we tell you that your antiaging, brightening, scar creams, and wrinkles removing creams can all be substituted by a simple […]