Skin Concerns

Queen C Skin Studio offers a variety of treatments for cosmetic skin care, but did you know we also treat a range of skin concerns?

Acne

Acne is the medical term for pimples. Pimples happen when pores get clogged with dead skin and oil, and bacteria build up. Then the skin can get inflamed and can turn red or swell. The way you take care of your skin can help with your acne.

Here’s what you should do:

Wash your face no more than twice a day. Use warm – not hot – water, and do not use harsh soaps. Instead, use a gentle non-soap facial skin cleanser. Do not scrub your face, because that can make acne worse and damage the skin.
Do not pick or squeeze pimples. This can make acne worse and damage the skin. It can also lead to infection.
Avoid oil-based make-up and skin products. They can make acne worse. If you use a moisturizer for your face, a moisturizer labeled as “non-comedogenic” is often best.

If you have mild acne, you can try non-prescription acne products. These include products containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, adapalene, or other acne treatments. In rare cases, people have a severe allergic reaction to products containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, so for the first 3 days, try them on just a small area. If your acne does not improve after 3 months, or if you have moderate or severe acne, ask your doctor or nurse for advice.

How is Acne treated?

Doctors can treat acne using different types of medicines. Sometimes doctors suggest trying more than 1 medicine at once.

There is no 1 medicine or combination of medicines that works best for everyone. Instead, people often need to try different medicines until they find what works best for them. Some acne medicines require a prescription, while others do not. Your doctor might suggest:

Medicines you put directly on your skin
These can be gels, creams, or lotions. There are different types. Some examples are:
- Retinoids – These are medicines that help keep your pores unclogged. Examples of retinoids include tretinoin (sample brand names: Retin-A, Altreno), adapalene (brand name: Differin), and tazarotene (sample brand names: Tazorac, Fabior, Arazlo). Adapalene can be bought without a prescription. Retinoids can also help improve dark spots on the skin caused by acne.
- Benzoyl peroxide or antibiotics – Benzoyl peroxide and antibiotics reduce acne by killing the bacteria inside pimples. They also help bring down inflammation. Benzoyl peroxide is available without a prescription. Other antibiotics are available by prescription.
Medicines you take as a pill
These include:
- Antibiotics – Antibiotic pills work for the same reasons antibiotic gels or lotions work. But they tend to be stronger and can cause unpleasant side effects.
- Birth control pills or spironolactone – Some of the skin reactions that lead to acne are controlled by hormones. For this reason, birth control pills can sometimes help with acne. Spironolactone (brand name: Aldactone) is another medicine that can block hormones that can make acne worse. One of these medicines might be an option for women or teen girls with acne.
- Isotretinoin – Isotretinoin is a retinoid that comes in pill form (sample brand names: Amnesteem, Claravis). It is very effective against severe acne. But it can also cause serious side effects and birth defects. Women who want to take isotretinoin must follow very strict safety rules to prevent pregnancy.
Other treatments
Examples of other types of treatments that might help some people with acne include chemical peels and special light or laser treatments. People who get these treatments often also need to use other acne treatments.

Rosacea

Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness and raised, red bumps on the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. Rosacea is a long-term condition that can get worse over time.

Rosacea happens most often in adults ages 30 to 60.

How is rosacea treated?

Treatment for rosacea has 2 parts. The treatments do not cure rosacea, but they help control symptoms and prevent flare-ups.

Treatment involves:

Medicines – Doctors can use different medicines to treat rosacea. The medicines can come as gels, creams, or lotions that go on your skin, or as pills that you swallow. You will likely need to take or use medicines for a long time.
Lifestyle changes – To help control your symptoms and prevent flare-ups, you should:
- Avoid triggers that you know worsen your symptoms
- Use mild, unscented face cleansers to wash your face
- Wear sunscreen every day
- Avoid using products on your face with alcohol, acid, or other ingredients that could bother your skin.

Depending on the type of rosacea you have your doctor may recommend light treatments like IPL.

Sun Damage

Sun damage, aka “Photoaging”, can be partially prevented and improved through a number of modalities, such as sun protection, topical prescription medications, cosmeceuticals, and cosmetic procedures.

How is sun damage treated?

The first step in managing photoaging involves adopting appropriate year-round sun protection measures, including sun avoidance, regular use of sunscreen and protective clothing, seeking shade, and avoiding peak sun hours.

Retinoids are the mainstay of medical therapy for patients with mild to severe photoaging. The use of a topical retinoid needs to be tailored to the patient’s skin type.

Additional therapies, such as chemical peels, injectables, lasers, and photodynamic therapy, can be considered depending on the severity of damage and the skin phototype.

Regular skin checks are a must. Before starting treatment for photoaging, a complete skin check is performed by Dr. Maroof to ensure no pre-cancer lesions or skin cancer is present.

Hair Loss

Hair loss can be an isolated problem or associated with another disease or condition. It can be temporary or permanent, depending on the cause. The most common type of hair loss is androgenic alopecia (aka male pattern baldness).

At Queen C Dr. Maroof performs a history and skin examination to determine the type of hair loss you have. This may require swabs, skin scrapings or blood tests. Once a diagnosis is reached treatment options are discussed.

How is hair loss treated?

Treatment varies depending on the nature of the hair loss and is unique to each individual. Treatment can include medications (oral or topical), injections using your own blood plasma or hair transplant.

The most common type of hair loss is androgenic alopecia (aka male pattern balding). Treatment options for this type of hair loss can involve medications (oral or topical), injections using your own blood plasma or hair transplant.

Queen C also offers PRP or “platelet rich plasma” treatments for hair loss or thinning. We know that when you look good, you feel good, and we offer a variety of treatments to offer a solution that meets your needs and your budget, and restores your confidence.

Melasma

Melasma, also known as chloasma faciei, or the mask of pregnancy, is a tan or dark skin discoloration. Melasma is thought to be caused by sun exposure, genetic predisposition, hormone changes, and skin irritation.

How is melasma treated?

At Queen C Skin Studio we can recommend a cream to lighten the dark patches (both prescription and non prescription products).

If the melasma is not gone after 2 or 3 months, we can prescribe a different product or recommend other treatments.

General measures if you have melasma include:

Always wear sunscreen that protects against UVB and UVA rays. The sunscreen should have a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. There is also new evidence to support using tinted sunscreens that contain iron oxide to prevent melasma from worsening.
Put on more sunscreen every 2 hours while you are outdoors.
Wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face from the sun.

Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is the medical term to describe dark or discoloured patches of skin that are commonly found on sun-exposed areas of the face and body, and can also be caused from previously inflamed skin. These patches of skin are due to excess melanin, which can be caused by a variety of factors including acne scarring, and even hormones.

Hyperpigmentation is more common than most people think, and can be treated in a variety of ways.

How is hyperpigmentation treated?

Treatment for hyperpigmentation varies widely and includes:

Preventative skin protection from sun damage. Always wear sunscreen that protects against UVB and UVA rays and reapply every 2 hours while you are actively in the sun, and wear a wide brimmed hat to protect your face from the sun.
Over-the-counter creams or serums that include ingredients like hydroquinone, licorice extract, N-acetylglucosamine, or vitamin B-3 (niacinamide).
Face acids that work by exfoliating the top layer of skin causing new cells to emerge. These include alpha hydroxy acids, such as glycolic, lactic, citric, malic, or tartaric acid, azelaic acid, kojic acid, salicylic acid, or vitamin C (in the form of l-ascorbic acid).
Retinoids, both over-the-counter and prescription. that penetrate deep into the skin and treat the layers below your epidermis.
Chemical peels, IPL, microdermabrasion, and other medical grade skin treatments can also be useful in treating hyperpigmentation.

We recommend booking a skin consultation to meet with a Queen C specialist and develop a skin care plan with the best treatments for you and your skin.

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We are here to answer any questions or concerns you have. If you are interested in learning more about a treatment or service, please contact us!

Email: qcmedicalaesthetics@gmail.com

Phone: 306-522-2220

Address: 2310 Scarth Street, Regina, SK. S4P 2J7

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