Before getting cosmetic treatment, ask questions
Without this training, complications become more common. One woman had blisters, swelling, and bruises on her face. A family doctor had injected her face with a chemical used to treat leg veins. Yes, leg veins. Another woman had a burn on her upper lip after having laser hair removal at a medical spa.
After developing complications, these women saw a dermatologist for corrective treatment. Thankfully, the problems were treatable. In speaking with a reporter, one woman said it was a traumatic experience. She urged others not to make the same mistake.
To help you get the best results from a cosmetic treatment, the AAD offers the following resources:
Think sun protection during Skin Cancer Awareness Month
How to care for your skin if you have lupus
Practice Safe Sun
Sunscreen FAQs
Fade dark spots
Hidradenitis suppurativa
Laser hair removal
Scar treatment
Botox
Kids' camp - Camp Discovery
Dermatologist-approved lesson plans, activities you can use
Find a Dermatologist
Why choose a board-certified dermatologist?