Skin Care & Laser Treatments
3 Steps to Treating Melasma
Melasma, or the “mask of pregnancy” looks how it sounds: blotchy, sometimes freckle-like dark pigmentation appears on your skin after a change in your hormones, i.e. from pregnancy or a medication change. While it is normal for skin to darken in the sun, melasma is more than just a tan gone awry: melasma is a […]
Here’s How Often You Need To Touch-Up Your Non-Surgical Procedures
Non-surgical aesthetic treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, facials, microneedling, and chemical peels provide Hagerstown and Frederick patients with an effective alternative to more invasive facial procedures. These treatments allow patients to “try out” some of the effects of a facelift without the commitment, downtime, or price, or to complement the results of facial surgery. Since […]
The Truth About Wrinkles: A Plastic Surgeon Addresses 7 Common Wrinkle Myths
There are a few factors that conspire to create our wrinkles. As our bodies age, the fat pads in our faces fall, and our skin becomes thinner: collagen and elastin break down, and are not replenished at the levels they were when we were younger. This process is often accelerated by environmental factors like sun […]
5 Ways to Optimize Your Chemical Peel Results
If a chemical peel is on your calendar, you can expect a medical-grade exfoliation that will do away with a number of skin concerns. But if you’re anything like us, you are always looking to level up your skincare game! With chemical peels, there are many ways you can improve on the results by adjusting […]
These Top Skin Treatments Aren’t Just for Your Face
We offer amazing treatments that can address all the skin problems you have, and we don’t just mean on your face! Patients also visit us to improve the appearance of areas like their neck, back, or stomach, where issues like crepe-like skin, acne, stretch marks, and scars often mar the appearance of smooth skin. The […]
8 Steps to Treating (and Preventing) Maskne
If you suffer from maskne despite your good skin hygiene, you are not alone. Face mask-related breakouts have affected many of us this past year, with no end in sight—especially if you wear a mask throughout your workday. Mask-wearing irritates your skin in a number of ways: your mask traps bacteria, holds in moisture from […]
Here’s Your Aesthetician-Approved Winter Skincare Guide
While we are all settling in for the winter weather, our skin would rather it stay summer! As cold outdoor air, a drop in humidity, and dry indoor heat all converge, skin dries out and its barrier function becomes susceptible to damage. You may notice symptoms like more visible fine lines and wrinkles, scaliness, or […]
Dr. Garazo’s Ultimate Guide to Men’s Skincare
As a board certified plastic surgeon, my job is to help others perfect their look. Twenty-some years in the field have afforded me the opportunity to observe which skin treatments provide the best results, and then adopt them in my own skincare routine. Given others have often remarked on my seemingly ageless skin, I thought […]
Love Astrology? Find Out the Best Medspa Treatment for Your Zodiac Sign
Customizing your life choices to your zodiac sign isn’t exactly a new idea, but we’ve recently seen popular articles recommending everything from picking the perfect Scorpio lipstick shade to choosing a pet based on your rising sun. But could astrology help guide your choices when it comes to cosmetic medicine? The truth is, your skin’s […]
3 Ideal Skincare Treatments for Winter
Whether you’re 20 or 60, a Millennial or a Perennial, your skin can benefit from these fab treatments The party season has officially wrapped, and if you’re like us, you might be noticing your skin is ready for a boost. Late nights, rushing around, blustery weather, and even lounging indoors (thanks to all that dry […]