With summer approaching and the weather constantly fluctuating, your body is going through significant stress, which can affect your skin barrier. UV rays are also becoming stronger and more damaging, and the dryness of the cold season might have left numerous imperfections on your face.

To keep your skin and physique looking sharp and radiant, it is recommended to choose the right treatment at the right time. The choice depends on your preferences, but Dr. Ariel Ostad can advise on various concerns. Read this guide to discover the best treatments for you as the weather gets warmer. The treatments mentioned below can safely be performed in the summer with minimal to no recovery. 

Injectables for Immediate Rejuvenation

The skin can lose a fair amount of volume during the warm season, mainly due to the sun’s ability to destroy collagen bonds. This leads to the creation of fine lines and wrinkles and potential volume loss. Injectables are a perfect solution to counter these effects:

• BOTOX® Cosmetic

BOTOX® Cosmetic uses a purified version of botulinum toxin to relax your muscles temporarily. This keeps them from contracting every time you perform facial movements, preventing dynamic wrinkles from forming. Considering that summer brings a lot of activities and enjoyment, BOTOX® Cosmetic can keep you looking fresh and youthful. The substance also prevents excessive sweating, making it the perfect choice for heat waves and those who sweat a lot in their armpits. 

• Dermal Fillers

When the skin lacks volume, looks dry, or has creases, dermal fillers can offer near-immediate rejuvenation. Fillers like JUVÉDERM® are made from hyaluronic acid, which helps promote collagen production while adding volume. To counter lingering skin dryness from the cold season, injectables like SKINVIVE™ can also help restore its radiance.

Laser Treatments for Skin Resurfacing

Laser treatments are a great option for prepping your skin, as they activate your skin’s healing response. By getting the treatment, you should be able to enjoy its results throughout the entire summer. Some popular options include the following:

• CUTERA® Laser

CUTERA® laser can address various pigmentation issues, age signs, and vascular problems for a smooth complexion. Some popular options include CUTERA® Excel V Laser and CUTERA® Genesis Laser. The former is the best choice to address facial redness due to rosacea and leg veins, whereas the latter reduces wrinkles and brown spots. Since heat can increase blood flow to your face, the Excel V laser can keep your face from constantly flushing. 

• Fraxel® Treatment

Should you decide to create a fresh and youthful canvas for summer, Fraxel lasers can prove very helpful. Fraxel® Dual and Restore  can reduce minor to medium age and sun-related imperfections, whereas Fraxel® CO2 targets the deeper layers of the skin. This triggers a skin resurfacing process that stimulates collagen and causes excess melanin patches to peel off.

Fraxel CO2

Fraxel Dual 

• PicoWay® Laser

If you have pigmentation spots, scars, and other skin irregularities you want removed, the PicoWay® laser can effectively even out the skin tone. The device delivers ultra-short energy pulses that destroy pigment particles without affecting healthy tissue. This action makes PicoWay® a great option for tattoo removal as well. This laser is also safe and ideal for patients with ethnic, darker skin tones. 

• Morpheus8™ 

As your skin loses a lot of collagen through sun exposure, it’s essential to give it the means of replenishing it. By using a combination of radiofrequency and microneedling, Morpheus8™ sends your skin into a continuous healing mode, producing more collagen and elastin. 

Contour-Improving Procedures to Consider

Summer is when you can show off your figure, so a smooth contour is desirable for most patients. The following procedures would help enhance your features: 

• EMFACE® 

If you are concerned about excess facial fat or a double chin, EMFACE® can help improve your contour and make you look more youthful. Using numerous attachments to deliver a combination of RF and HIFEM™ technology, it tones the muscles and tightens the skin.

• EMSCULPT NEO® 

Your body deserves the same care as your face, especially if you have excess fat that may make you feel self-conscious in a swimsuit or shorts. Also using a combination of RF and HIFEM™ technology, EMSCULPT NEO® reduces excess fat while toning the muscles in different body areas such as abdomen, waist, arms, and thighs. The procedure helps tighten the skin, making your entire body look more youthful as a result.

Say “Hello” to Your Summer Body!

Your body goes through numerous changes as the season gets warmer. It is up to you to address a potential issue before it becomes a complication. Schedule an appointment for a treatment with Dr. Ariel Ostad and get ready for the summer fun!

For more information about the best treatments for the warm season, please contact Dr. Ariel Ostad at 212-517-7900. He can offer guidance at his practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Alternatively, clients can fill out our online contact form and we will get in touch for an appointment!