The definitive guide to adapting cosmetic procedures to skin of color
Cosmetic Dermatology for Skin of Color expertly explains how patient assessment, surgical intervention, and medical
treatment (including cosmeceuticals) differ for patients with pigmented skin. Presented in full color, the book
demonstrates ways to improve efficacy, reduce treatment time, and minimize adverse effects in this special patient
population.
This book picks up where other books on cosmetic and laser dermatology leave off. Cosmetic Dermatology for Skin of
Color is the first resource that focuses on every aspect of care, helping you optimize patient outcomes for virtually
every kind of procedure.
1. What is Ethnic Skin?
2. Evaluation
3. Potential Adverse Effects
4. The Consent Process
5. Microderabrasion and Superficial Peels
6. Epidermal Color Improvement: Vascular and Pigment Lasers and Lights
7. Dermal Rejuvenation: Normablative Laser& Intense Pulsed Light
8. Laser Resurfacing, Deep Peels,& Dermabrasion
9. Hair Removal10. Botulinum Toxin and Fillers
11. Liposuction
12. Nonsurgical Lifting and Tightening: Radiofrequency, Infrared Light, and Barbed Sutures
13. Cosmeceuticals