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Laser Tattoo Removal: 5 Most Frequently Asked Questions

Body copy:   By Dr. Corey Hartman We get tattoos for many different reasons—personal expression, cultural tradition, or even just for fun. Of course, there are just as many reasons to want to remove these tattoos as there are to get them. And now, thanks to modern technological advancements, tattoos don’t have to be forever anymore. At Skin Wellness Dermatology, we use PicoSure® laser—the world’s first picosecond laser—to   remove no-longer-wanted ink from your body quickly and effectively. So, how does it work? We’re here to answer some of your most frequently asked questions. How Does Laser Tattoo Removal Work? When you got your tattoo, ink was injected deep into the dermis layer of your skin. The ink’s depth is what makes it permanent—so to remove …

Dr. Corey L. Hartman on TikTok Trends and the Skincare Mistakes Not to Make

About the Skincare.com by L’Oréal Author || Ariel Wodarcyk With so many skincare influencers on social media and even more skincare products on the shelves, it can be hard to distinguish between glossy packaging and sophisticated marketing versus quality ingredients that will actually work for your skin type. Dr. Corey L. Hartman, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology in Birmingham, Alabama, is here to help you cut through the BS. Here, he shares his favorite sunscreen for brown skin, his take on gendered skincare products and the three skincare staples he swears by. What first sparked your interest in skincare and made you want to pursue dermatology? I remember having a few breakouts when I was 12 or 13 and figuring it …

Cheek Fillers Gone Wrong – Why Expertise Matters

By Dr. Corey Hartman Dermal fillers, especially in the cheek area, are incredibly effective for improving definition around the cheekbones and removing lines and wrinkles around the eyes, mouth, and jawline. When administered correctly, they give amazing results and create beautifully contoured, youthful cheekbones. However, if dermal fillers are administered by inexperienced practitioners, serious problems can arise. Although dermal fillers are an excellent treatment for sunken cheeks when they are administered by a qualified professional, they can cause more harm than good if they are used improperly. Here’s what could go wrong when cosmetic procedures like dermal fillers are misused, and some of the amazing benefits they can bring when administered by trained professionals with the right experience. Undesirable Results Injectables like BOTOX can have …

After Summer Skincare – Tips & Tricks for Rejuvenating Your Skin

By Dr. Corey Hartman Summer is a time for getting outdoors in the sun to go hiking, head to the beach, go cycling, or just relax and work on your tan. But as the summer comes to an end and we move into fall and winter, it’s time to start thinking about skincare. The hot weather can cause a lot of damage to your skin, leaving you with hyperpigmentation, sunburn, and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Now that the summer is over, how can you repair the damage and improve your overall skin health for the whole year? Follow these simple tips to protect and improve your skin all year round. Get A Chemical Peel Managing the effects of sun damage should be …

BOTOX® Aftercare – Maintaining Your Results

By Dr. Corey Hartman With over 4.4 million procedures performed in 2020, BOTOX®  (Botulinum Toxin Type A) is one of the most common cosmetic minimally invasive procedures in the US. And, undergoing BOTOX®  can represent a life-changing moment for many people. However, while we’re focused on finding the right surgeon and preparing for the procedure, it’s easy to forget about the importance of BOTOX® aftercare. Instructions for self-care in the hours and days after the procedure are usually simple and easy to follow, but they are also vital to see and maintain the best results while avoiding any swelling or bruising. One of the unique benefits of BOTOX® over other cosmetic procedures is that it involves minimal downtime and no interference with your daily life. …

MedEsthetics Magazine: PROFILE: Corey L. Hartman, MD

Corey L. Hartman, MD, has built two bustling practices in Birmingham, Alabama, thanks to his focus on delivering beautiful and natural-looking results to patients of all ethnicities. Written by Mara Maddox || Photography by Cary Norton Growing up in New Orleans in the early 1980s, Corey L. Hartman, MD, owner and founder of Skin Wellness Dermatology, felt there were only two options for success: become a doctor or a lawyer. “I knew my career options were limited as a young black boy in the deep South and I wanted to be successful,” he says. His decision to pursue a career in medicine was accelerated by his neighbor, dermatologist Errol Quintal, MD, who came to be a lifeline of inspiration over the years. At the time, …

Spotlight on the CO2 Laser – What You Need to Know

By Dr. Corey Hartman A survey involving over 2,000 Americans shows that just under 60% of people don’t feel confident in their own skin because of acne, scarring, eczema, expression lines, or wrinkles. However, thanks to the wide range of skin rejuvenating options out there, you no longer have to deal with these imperfections. One of the minimally invasive, safe, and efficient ways to breathe new life into your facial skin and regain your youthful appearance is through CO2 laser skin resurfacing. Similar to other skin resurfacing techniques, CO2 laser skin resurfacing promotes new healing and regeneration in the skin, encouraging young and healthy cells to replace old, damaged cells. But carbon dioxide lasers come with even more advantages. Skin Wellness Dermatology offers this helpful …