Our philosophy for skin care is based on three principals: prevention, treatment and maintenance. Of course, as with all aspects of health, the best treatment is prevention. Proper exercise, good diet, and adequate hydration (at least eight glasses of water per day) go a long way to maintaining a youthful appearance.

Prevention: One of the major villains in the battle against wrinkles is smoking. Smoking causes the tiny blood vessels in the face to narrow, which dehydrates the skin and robs it of blood circulation.

Sun exposure is also a major factor in skin aging. Ultra violet (UV) waves stimulate the pigment -containing cells called melanocytes that give us a tan. However, UV rays also cause pigment irregularity with advanced age and may lead to skin cancer. The sun also causes the skin to age prematurely by causing wrinkles. Early prevention includes daily use of sunscreens, no matter what the season. We are exposed to the sun whenever we are outside; therefore if you want to delay skin aging, it is important to wear sun protection daily.

Treatment and Maintenance: There are a number of high quality skin care products that can enhance your skin. The best products for your skin type can be determined at your consultation. Generally, the best skin care regimen includes a cleanser, daytime Vitamin C cream, daytime SPF sun protection and a night cream with retinol and green tea. We might also suggest the addition of an eye cream.

After years of seeing patients battling the effects of aging, Dr. Pearlman has used his cosmetic expertise to create a line of products specifically formulated to deliver a rich antioxidant blend of Vitamins A, C, E, Green Tea Extract and CoQ10. These products are designed to replenish the nutrients in the skin while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Each product is specially formulated to help combat the damaging effects of free radicals on the skin. Free radicals are unstable chemicals that age the skin prematurely. They result from smoking, UV rays, pollution, and stress. Using science to turn back the clock, Dr. Pearlman has fortified his Vitamin C serum with TGF—beta-1, an encapsulated growth factor. Research suggests that TGF- beta-1 plays a significant role in stimulating collagen production, resulting in healthier, younger looking skin.

Dr. Pearlman’s innovative skin care line has recently introduced a formulation using green tea polyphenols. Green tea polyphenols are bioflavanoids shown to possess highly potent antioxidant properties.

Our newest serum also utilizes retinol (vitamin A) and hyaluronic acid. Together these two ingredients help to revitalize, smooth and enhance the skin’s tone and texture, minimizing the visible signs of aging.

Dr. Pearlman’s skin care products work to maximize and maintain the effects of in-office skin care procedures such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels, and laser rejuvenation. In addition to our exclusive skin care products, we also offer a number of products from other quality skin care lines, including:

	Neova®
	Glo Minerals ™
	MD Forte®
	Neocutis®

We have skin care experts who can select the products that are best for your skin type. Skin care treatments are available over the counter; however, it is better to obtain them from a skin care specialist who can recommend products tailored to your personal skin type. Physicians also have access to products of higher concentrations, which are more effective than those purchased over the counter.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a gentle, painless treatment that helps to restore a more youthful look and feel to your skin. Microdermabrasion removes the outer layer of dead flaking skin and stimulates the production of fresh skin and collagen with fine crystals. Softening fine wrinkles, and fading acne scars and skin pigmentation with a series of treatments, microdermabrasion is safe for all skin types and there is no recovery time. Microdermabrasion can also be combined with skin peels and even Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) for greater improvement in skin tone and texture.