Summer was fun. The evidence it left behind? Maybe not so much.
Fall has officially arrived in Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island, which means cooler days, changing routines and, at Elara Cosmetic Dermatology, the return of one of our favorite times of year: laser season is so back.
After months of beach days, pool days and plenty of South Carolina sunshine, you may be noticing a few changes in your skin. Maybe there are new brown spots that definitely weren’t there in May. Maybe your skin feels duller, your redness is more noticeable, or you’re finally ready to address the texture and fine lines you’ve been thinking about all summer.
Whatever summer left behind, fall is the perfect time to reassess your skin and start thinking about a treatment plan for the months ahead.
And when it comes to fall skin treatments at Elara, you have options.
The Summer Situationship We Need to Talk About
Even when you’re diligent about SPF (and we hope you were), months of increased sun exposure can make certain skin concerns more noticeable.
You may be seeing more:
- Brown spots and uneven pigmentation
- Sun damage
- Redness or visible vessels
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Rough or uneven texture
- Enlarged pores
- Dullness or an overall lack of glow
The goal isn’t to throw every treatment possible at your skin. It’s to figure out what your skin actually needs and build a plan from there.
At Elara Cosmetic Dermatology in Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island, our fall skin treatments range from laser and light treatments to microneedling, chemical peels and other skin rejuvenation options. Your plan may include one treatment or a combination of treatments throughout the fall and winter.
Spotted: Evidence of Your Summer Vacation
If summer left you with a few unwanted souvenirs in the form of brown spots and uneven pigmentation, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) may deserve a spot on your fall calendar.
IPL uses targeted light energy to address unwanted pigmentation and redness, helping improve the appearance of sun damage, brown spots and uneven skin tone.
Because avoiding excessive sun exposure before and after treatment is an important part of the process, fall and winter can be an ideal time to incorporate IPL into your skincare plan.
Basically, summer had its moment. Now we’re dealing with the receipts.
Seeing Redness? We’ve Got You
Not every post-summer concern is brown.
If facial redness, visible blood vessels or other vascular concerns are what you notice first, excel V+ allows our providers to take a more targeted approach.
This advanced laser technology uses different wavelengths to address a range of vascular and pigmentation concerns. Your treatment can be customized based on your skin, the specific concern being addressed and your individual goals.
Because your fall skin reset should be about what your skin needs, not what’s trending.
For That Healthy-Skin Glow: Laser Genesis
Maybe you can’t pinpoint one major concern. Your skin just feels a little… blah.
We know the feeling.
Laser Genesis is a non-invasive laser treatment that gently heats the skin to support collagen production while improving the appearance of redness, fine lines, uneven texture and enlarged pores.
With minimal downtime, it’s one of our fall skin treatments for someone who wants to work toward smoother, healthier-looking skin without putting their entire schedule on hold.
Think less dramatic overnight transformation and more wait, why does her skin look so good?
Looking to Settle Down and Get Serious?
If you’re ready to take your fall skin reset a little deeper, meet UltraClear.
UltraClear is a customizable laser resurfacing treatment designed to address concerns like uneven texture, pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles and overall skin quality.
One of our favorite things about UltraClear is how customizable it is. Treatments can range from lighter resurfacing with 3DMiracl to more corrective options depending on your skin, goals and desired downtime.
For patients considering laser resurfacing in Myrtle Beach, fall and winter can be especially appealing because spending less time in the intense summer sun makes it easier to prioritize appropriate post-treatment sun protection.
Not Ready for a Laser? You Still Have Options.
Laser season gets a lot of attention around here, but not all fall skin treatments have to involve a laser.
SkinPen microneedling is another option for patients looking to improve the appearance of texture, fine lines and acne scars while supporting the skin’s natural collagen production.
Chemical peels can help exfoliate the skin and address concerns like dullness, uneven tone and texture, with different options available depending on your individual skin needs.
And if you’re looking for more of an instant refresh before a fall event, holiday party or weekend away, treatments like HydraFacial and dermaplaning can help remove dull surface buildup and leave your skin looking smoother and refreshed.
Sometimes the reset is a long-term treatment plan. Sometimes you just need a really good facial.
We’re here for both.
Honorable Mention, As Always: Laser Hair Removlal
We couldn’t talk about laser season without giving an honorable mention to laser hair removal.
While it may not technically be part of your skin reset, fall is a pretty perfect time to start thinking ahead. Laser hair removal typically requires a series of treatments, which means starting during the cooler months can have you well on your way before shorts, swimsuits and beach days make their return.
Explore Your Next Fave Fall Skin Treatments at Elara
Fall doesn’t last forever, and neither does laser season.
If you’ve been waiting for summer to end before getting serious about your skin, consider this your sign to finally make the appointment.
At Elara Cosmetic Dermatology by Waccamaw Dermatology, we offer fall skin treatments for patients throughout Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island and the surrounding Grand Strand, including laser and light treatments, microneedling, chemical peels and other skin rejuvenation options.
Whether you’re ready to address summer sun damage, improve your skin’s texture, target redness or simply get your glow back, we’ll help you create a plan designed around your skin.
Summer is over. Your fall skin reset starts now.