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Can Scar Re-Pigmentation Help Hypopigmented Surgical Scars Blend In?

Some surgical scars heal smoothly but remain noticeably lighter than the skin around them. When that color difference is what makes a scar stand out, camouflage rather than resurfacing may be the more relevant approach. AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center offers scar re-pigmentation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Our licensed esthetician Kimberly Bunch, LCE, […]

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Can You Get Laser Hair Removal in the Summer? What to Know About Sun Exposure

Beach days, vacations, and more time outdoors can make summer feel like a complicated time to start laser hair removal. You do not necessarily need to wait for fall, but your sun exposure becomes an important part of the conversation. In Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center offers laser

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What Causes Enlarged Pores, and Which Treatments Can Improve Their Appearance?

If your pores seem more visible than they used to, the reason is not always the same from one person to the next. Oil production, congestion, genetics, sun damage, and changes in the skin’s supporting structure can all affect how noticeable they look. At AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center in Mount

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Can a Hydrafacial® Be Combined With Laser Treatments or Microneedling?

A Hydrafacial® can leave your skin feeling clean, smooth, and hydrated, but it may not address every concern you want to improve. For patients in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, who are also interested in discoloration, acne scars, fine lines, or uneven texture, combining Hydrafacial with another skin rejuvenation procedure can broaden what

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Can ACell + PRFM Hair Restoration Help With Early Thinning Hair?

A widening part, a thinner ponytail, or more scalp showing in photographs can be early signs of reduced hair density. Our team at AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center provides ACell + PRFM hair restoration for suitable adults in Mount Pleasant and the greater Charleston area. The practice is led by Christy L. Cone, MD,

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How Do AnteAGE® Biosomes Support Skin Recovery After Laser or Microneedling?

Microneedling and fractional lasers create controlled areas of stimulation that prompt the skin to begin repairing itself. After certain procedures, our team may apply biosome-enhanced skin rejuvenation to give freshly treated skin added support during this process. AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center was founded in 2004 by Christy L. Cone, MD, a board-certified physician

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SkinPen® Microneedling vs. Genius™ RF Microneedling: Which Fits Your Skin Goals?

Microneedling is not one single type of treatment. In Mount Pleasant, SC, our team at AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center uses both SkinPen® microneedling and Genius™ RF microneedling. Our founder and medical director, Christy L. Cone, MD, is board-certified in Family Medicine and has comprehensive training with radiofrequency devices and nonsurgical skin rejuvenation. SkinPen Uses

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Fraxel DUAL vs. DEKA DOT: Which Laser Resurfacing Treatment Is Right for You?

Recovery time can matter just as much as the list of issues a laser can improve. Our Mount Pleasant, SC, team at AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center uses both Fraxel DUAL and DEKA DOT fractional CO2 laser resurfacing. Founder and medical director Christy L. Cone, MD, is board-certified in Family Medicine, has comprehensive laser training,

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Thermage® vs. Genius™ RF: How Do These Skin-Tightening Treatments Compare?

Radiofrequency can tighten and remodel skin in more than one way. At AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center in Mount Pleasant, SC, we use both Thermage® FLX and Genius™ RF microneedling, but the experience, recovery, and reasons for choosing them are different. Our Aesthetic Nurse and Laser Specialist Kelly Hunt, BSN, RN, has 31 years of

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Why Are Multiple Treatments Sometimes Needed for Tone, Texture, and Volume?

When your skin is showing several changes at once, it helps to separate what you are actually seeing before choosing a procedure. At AesthetiSpa Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center in Mount Pleasant, SC, our combination treatment plans are built around those differences. Founder and medical director Christy L. Cone, MD, is board-certified in Family Medicine

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