Laser Treatment for Fine Lines, Pigmentation, & Redness | Dr. Shereene Idriss

[@sammysoppy3361]

i would up my game if the prices weren’t the cost of a used car lol

[@miracudrag]

I'm turning 37 and feeling pulled into the mid life crisis... I look at my face and body and I see so many aging signs I don't like ... Milia around my eyes, sun spots, acne scars, red veins around my nose, wrinkles, skin tags on my body etc... I'm begining to entertain the idea of cosmetic procedures. I just need to take the step once and for all...

[@medc_ak]

Can you break down the different in-office laser that target each skin concern (hyperpigmentation, fine lines. Etc……) and what are some required questions we should ask when seeking out a cosmetic dermatologist to perform the procedure. Thank you for all the knowledge and expertise to all us skincare nerds!! Sending light and positivity from Alaska 😊

[@orianasanchez8410]

Thank you! CO2 lasers next, please? From my understanding they also target texture (e.g. acne scars) and/or also talking through some of your thinking behind choosing one modality over another when they target the same issue. Thanks for all you do!

[@ManUntdForever]

I’m not a dermatologist, but from my understanding, a lot of the time dermatologists recommend a mixed modality strategy to increase the likelihood of getting better results w remodelling the skin w atrophic scarring (microneedling w PRP, series of peels, subcision, RF microneedling w PRP, lasers). CO2 laser isn’t recommended for darker skin types (anything Fitzpatrick 3 and higher). If you qualify for CO2, there will be a lot of downtime because they’re basically removing the stratum corneum to resurface the skin. A dermatologist might recommend other treatments post-CO2 just for maintenance.

[@rachelstyer977]

Yes! More of this type of content. It’s such an opaque thing to navigate and this helps be a more educated consumer of procedures. Can you also include expected/average costs of these procedures?

[@dianarusnov292]

Would love a video on botox and filler. I'm 26 and am wanting to get some baby botox in my forehead and above my lip for that "lip flip" look. Now we're seeing more and more of the contraindications to long-term filler use and I see muscular atrophy with botox as well. I've also seen people who are unimpressed with their laser or microneedling giving them fat loss or worsened hyperpigmentation. Which is horrible because it's so expensive. Can you discuss any potential side effects or downsides with in-office treatments?

[@dzuel09]

Dr. Idriss, how do you recommend those who are of the chocolate melanin goodness, find doctors who have worked on patients of color and are experienced with darker skin?Especially for those of us who don’t live in super diverse communities. Would love to learn more about the types of lasers and IPL treatments for darker skin tones. Thank you for your videos! Loved this and love your channel.

[@ManUntdForever]

Check out Dr. Alexis Stephens on youtube. She's a Black board-certified dermatologist who treats POC patients. She has a video on youtube that addresses a lot of your questions/concerns.

[@dzuel09]

@@ManUntdForever Thank you, fellow Red Devils fan! Will do ❤️

[@sct4040]

I am afraid IPL will give me rebound pigmentations. I am Asian with a light medium skin tone.

[@haidehollins]

The Style and Beauty Doctor brings several black dermatologists on her KZbin channel! I found Dr Alexis Stephens, Brown Skin Derm and the Acne Expert from her channel.

[@blackeyedsusan727]

@@haidehollins It's good. But, I am looking for an in-person derm, preferably a WoC so that I have someone both knowledgeable and invested in my results. Sigh . ..

[@nadiadncr]

Would love to see other treatments in office for fine lines and wrinkles etc great video 💕

[@eddie7242]

LOVED seeing the in office footage! it would be great to see more💗

[@melyandres_]

Yes!! Finally some in office treatments 💕 more please!!

[@nikkilaundrie]

I'm stalking you honestly, every time a new video is up I must watch it! Gosh I love these videos. It probably isn't healthy and I apologize :( But you've revamped my skincare routine and made it so simple! Forever grateful.

[@AngelaKaySams]

Your patient’s skin looks beautiful! I love the results she achieved. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@lindalove9556]

THANK YOU! I have been thinking about taking the next “in-office” step but I had no idea where to start. Keep these helpful videos coming! 😍

[@sleeptodream917]

This is super helpful and makes lasers less intimidating! What's your opinion on at-home radiofrequency devices like Current Body's Tripollar Stop? Are they a good approach before seeking professional treatment or just skip and go straight to professional treatment if one can afford it? Thank you for doing this channel! It's honestly been a game changer for my skincare routine. 🙏

[@reginarico7]

You are such a good teacher! And this nerd really likes that 😁

[@corrina2797]

Thanks to your patient for permitting her procedure to be shown - it is so educational for viewers to be able to see the process to get some idea of what to expect.

[@chevalierest]

Thank you! That was very interesting indeed. Could you please create more videos on in-office treatments! :)

[@Jakeylicious7891]

As a guy, I've been getting botox for 2 years now especially when I turned 33 and saw some frown lines forming. My older brother used to look like a Marlboro Man ad model in his 20's. Now in his 40s, he looks like the after pic of a nicotine patch campaign. My mom looks like she's in her 50s and she's in her 70s so I know there's salvation on my side of the family. I promised myself not to shrivel up like a dried up sultana before I turned 40. I only tell my friends I've gotten botox. But what they don't know is my bathroom cupboard filled with western and asian skincare that had saved my skin for the last 2 years. I do believe skincare and facial treatments go hand in hand.

[@julieme7927]

I'm scared of mirconeedling because I get keloid scarring very easily. This was great though. Thank you for all the information we get from you.

[@Claudia-ry3bt]

Gr8. Would love to see more of these types of videos that incorporate in office procedures and results. Outstanding.

[@Suha_Chakravorty]

Yayy! First view!! ♥️ Love you Dr. Shereene, my long distance dermatologist! Respect 🙏♥️🇮🇳

[@skiergirl4753]

I had 2 IPL treatments this last winter. I am going to have one more in the fall followed by a chemical peel to get one stubborn bit of pigment. I have been very happy with the results!

[@vivz0713]

I love learning about in-office treatments! Thank you for this video. Can you speak about Picosure and picoway? Any treatments aimed towards large pores? Thank you Doc! 💜

[@Tildamathi]

This is a FANTASTIC video. I'm very interested in watching more of those treatment explainer videos. I am not wasting any second of such great content. Going behind the scenes and seeing the procedure AND the results is invaluable -- it's not something many (any?) good derm/cosmetic channels do and it helps us all make informed decisions around treatments. thank you so much Dr Idriss 💞💞💞 Bises à vous, et encore merci pour tout!

[@fivedayfolk]

I would love info on ultherapy (isn’t that what you did pre-pregnancy for tighter skin?) or other treatments you would recommend (I’ve had BBL twice & also chemical peels) Looking to keep chipping away at my pigmentation and also to lift and tighten - thank you for sharing! Skincare is my nerd thing 🤩

[@thecavalieryouth]

BBL?

[@shaelamae8033]

@@thecavalieryouth I believe she's talking about a Brazilian butt lift.

[@rsmith5447]

@@thecavalieryouth broadband light

[@kjeanpociask]

You referred to having had something called v-beam for redness and rosacea. Can you show us that?

[@bchurch4317]

Gosh, your hair is gorgeous! 🌷 I would love more information on injectables. I have “smokers” lines around my mouth (never smoked!) that make me unhappy. It would be great to understand the cost of the different treatments. Thank you. Love your content!🌷💚

[@jonistimpson7878]

Cool Peel CO2 laser! I have acne scars and done microneedling twice. It definitely helped. This laser was recommended by my derm. I have very fair skin, dry, been on Accutane twice (over 10 years ago), and now a touch of rosacea that I handle well with skin care. I am looking 100 percent for improved texture.

[@josianest-arnault8883]

Je clique toujours si rapidement ! La vidéo du samedi est mon petit bonheur de la fin de semaine! Merci et bravo pour ton travail, Shereene ! 🤗❤👌

[@veronicacamara7959]

Thank you to your patient for sharing her experience!

[@yensounta6501]

Yes! Thoughts on Laser Genesis and/or Pastelle Laser Toning? Anyone here have one or the other done? I'd love to read more about your thoughts/experiences. Thanks!

[@double6ixes]

yes lasers! can you speak about the Fraxel laser? 🧐

[@neoneha123]

Love this ! Could you please do a video about at home LED face /neck masks too. Pros and cons of each and which one you recommend.

[@caraosborne8247]

She did one a few weeks (months?) ago that’s great!

[@margot8123]

Agreed. She really went into a lot of detail in her previous video

[@marim248]

Hi Dr. Idriss, do you have any recommendations to prevent or reduce skin sagging/jowl and pre-jowl formation?

[@monkey92ag]

I second this!! I want to know!

[@julissarivas6992]

Yes please

[@EnvyBlu]

YESSS! This is my main concern on my face. Forehead wrinkles, and crows feet don’t even bother me….it’s my neck and jowls! I am so extremely self conscious of the sagging skin starting to form on my 47 year old face. I want to do something to fix it *now* before it gets too saggy. Because I can tell, if I have this much sagging now, I can’t even imagine what it’s going to look like ten years from now 😩. So you asked a great question! Thanks!

[@sunscreenjunkie5666]

Yes!!!!

[@marim248]

@@EnvyBlu I feel like my oval face has melted into a potato shape as I age. I'm all about self-love... and self-improvement... there's some improving I can do >.>

[@Chelsea-jx1bi]

THANK YOU so much for finally doing this video!!!! I want some in office treatments and didn't know where to start. Thank you

[@rphil8574]

I've been told that Microneedling RF should not be used on patients with rosacea. What is your opinion, Dr. Idriss?

[@abilal3698]

Yes that’s true I didn’t once it make it worse ,

[@gabrielaforter6790]

For folks with a history of keloids, what do you recommend as a replacements for micro needling in this portion of your treatment to treat collagen and fine lines. Also I’m so happy you made this video! I definitely reached out to you on IG about making an in office treatment video - so thank you so much!!

[@danmi6099]

Could you do a video on jowls, please Explaining the options as to how treatments in office could help and the types of results to expect

[@LavenderandLettuce]

Can you discuss Dual Fraxel Laser treatments? I've seen videos showing people's skin bronze up with color (like a bad sunburn) then slowly peel off over the 3-5 days post treatment to reveal pretty amazing results. Its seems to treat texture, fine lines and pigmentation all at once. Thank you

[@chimera2146]

I would love to see a video on what medications, supplements, and topicals to stop using before laser treatments.

[@karenlosh878]

Can you discuss dermaplaning, the benefits, who are the best candidates for this treatment, and do you offer this treatment. Thank you

[@missyscarborough1301]

Yes, please - more info. Oh how I wish the gap between NY and FL were much smaller than it is - I would gladly travel to be your patient. Since I’m all the way down on the coastal Gulf of Mexico, I’ll have to get my Dr. I fix via YT. I’m on the edge of pulling the trigger on the Clear and Brilliant treatment but am slightly fearful. I was the great results but fear my skin will react poorly. My face is becoming more and more intolerant to warm weather and will be decent in the morning but late afternoon I feel the flush come over me with heat and redness which also sucks the moisture from my face instantly and ages me yrs, in a matter of minutes. I’m menopausal and have Rheumatoid Arthritis, Raynaud’s Syndrome and Sjogrens. Question is - are there patients who you would advise against any of these treatments and which medical conditions typically run hand in hand with the advise to skip these treatments.

[@kathleencurran1749]

Thank you Dr. Idriss, this was unbelievably helpful. I am 67 and have really good skin with few wrinkles. As a kind of not too invasive procedure, something called a Cool Peel (Co2?) was recommended, so I am wondering what the difference is between the IPL/Microneedling with RF and the Cool Peel? Similar outcomes? thanks, Kathleen

[@123Orangea]

I have waited so loooong for this! Bless you Shereene! ❤❤❤

[@jillbrim]

This was extremely interesting. To hear from a dermatologist which of their treatments they recommend for a specific complaint (or in this case complaints) is fascinating. Thanks so much for the video.

[@TamarasTimelessBeauty]

Great video! What’s the difference between IPL and BBL? Also can you address the Moxie vs the Halo?

[@noofalbinali3941]

Thank you Dr. Shereene for the informative video. I wanted to ask about your thoughts of Laser Genesis, It was mainly recommended to treat rosacea and redness

[@ErlonJris]

I hope one day I can visit your clinic for a treatment 😭 I live in Pakistan and you’re literally the only dermatologist I trust (apart from Dr Shah and Dr Maxfield). I have wasted so much money from the age of 14 to 28 trying to fix my acne and it was only after watching your videos that skincare made any sense to me.

[@gfranzet3715]

Dr. Idriss, I love your channel! Now that I’ve buttered you up (jk), a question please: When you mention products, could you please suggest or specify products that are cruelty free? Two questions 🤥: In conjunction with this video, would you please consider doing a video on RF devices and avoiding volume loss?

[@imia9334]

What's your opinion on copper peptides to stimulate collagene? I see some other dermatologist recommend using them. If yes, how would you use them?

[@dv7361]

I’d love to know as well 🙏🏻

[@KH-bp9vf]

Is there any treatment for tear troughs other than fillers? Also, I love your videos, they have been incredibly helpful for not only my confidence in my product knowledge, but also my overall skincare health! thank you!

[@dolly400]

Polynucleotides! Have a look

[@monicahale794]

Just watched your fantastic video on hyper-pigmentation remedies from a year ago. Are there any new players in this field? Or are the oldies still goodies?? P.S. Stop listening to your detractors and tailoring your output to their negative comments. It only empowers them. The thousands of viewers who love and follow you - because you are fabulous you, should speak for itself!!♥️

[@cinemastudios9836]

Can't wait for her skincare line!🤎💜💙💚💛🧡❤️

[@maggiebar77]

I’m struggling with Malasma and I’m scared of any heat making it worse. What’s the best in office treatments to help with this skin condition?

[@claudiayanirarojas1808]

I have to share my experience, heat won’t help I learned the hard way. Every ones skin is different. But for me what helped was hydroquinone with retinol prescribed by a dermatologist which is higher in percentage along with vitamin C and tons of sunscreen. What city do you live in? I can give you the info to my dermatologist. His amazing. I’m in Los Angeles.

[@katschrader1482]

This is awesome!! Please do one on PDL!!! 😃

[@aneskabadenhorst3950]

Would love a video just explaing different lasers/treatments for specific concerns and when you are a good canidate for them :)

[@suzannemarie3427]

What do you think of red light at home masks? Seems like lots of influencers are talking about them - but really not sure if they are worth it. Would love your opinion on that .

[@elcieloylasestrellas2367]

Thank you for doing this video. Not all of us want or are interested in botox, fillers and needles lol. Thanks!

[@sheenaprasad3235]

Love this!! Could you touch on how to deal with Acne scarring in the next video or what treatments you would recommend for icepick scars.

[@minutesofskincare399]

Love this 🥰 I might think about having an appointment in the future if I can't heal my pigmentation problems 💅🏻 Thank you 💖

[@fijevj]

The results are amazing!! I am definitely going to look into this at home!

[@p7montoya]

Hi Dr. Idriss what kind of treatment or laser good for tightening the skin ?? Ty

[@rebeccasutton1596]

Mineral sunscreens dry my skin out. I can't use the one that so many love by Elta Md. Can you be allergic to zinc oxide or would there be a physical one that has enough of other ingredients to counteract the drying effects of the zinc. Would the Isdin be a good one to try or should I avoid all mineral sunscreens?

[@aliuy8184]

Thank you so much, Dr. Shereene! I have been wanting to seek laser treatments 💗💗💗

[@pigletparade]

Thank you!! This is my “down the road/saving up for goal”. In meantime I’m ready to dive into Botox. Can you please offer advise on that? I recall somewhere you mentioning specific recs like on how much and where. I want my forehead and angry lines addressed. Thank you for all you do!!💕

[@jasminateodorovic1248]

If you have some chronic health issues and are on medications, check out with your expert pls. For ex, I cannot use Botox (fillers yes) since I had my thyroid gland removed and botox highly diminishes the effects of medications regulating my hormones. Hope this helps

[@kalauj]

Good to see you film in an office too!

[@francesca4569]

Can you make a video about the best treatments for firming the skin (like jawline, jowls and neck)? Thank you for your videos!

[@redenbach100]

I just appreciate you and your advise....so enjoying all your youtube presentations

[@shaziayusuf5070]

Please do a video about Vbeam! I’m interested in trying it out for my PIE/PIH

[@Rishika97982]

Dr. Idriss, i want a detailed video about collagen supplements please. Alternative and regarding plant and animal based supplements. Many are spending more money for collagen tablets and powder please throw some light on that also.

[@citraernestprasetyo3496]

Hi doc please also review picosure laser, and tightening device such as hifu or ultheraphy. Thank you!

[@farahtabibi3515]

Would love to see how you treat milia specially milia on the eyelid. Thanks for the great video.

[@tophers3756]

I wish people would learn to age gracefully and realize nothing will keep you young. It's one thing to have healthy and healthy looking skin. It's another to waste money pursuing the quixotic quest of youth.

[@sashabecker8310]

I would love to get this treatment. Very informative post. I really appreciate how you break down the science in everything you share. I wish you the best...where did you get your top and jacket? très élégante 😍

[@blake3847]

I would adore hearing your thoughts on procedures like ultherapy and thermage!

[@daniellereid01]

Thank you for this. I have rosacea and was recommended IPL, but was nervous because some have openly stated that it doesn't work. Having this explanation really helped. There was also a laser treatment I was recommended, but I cannot remember whether it was Fraxel or not, so I need to ask my doctor again. Thank you.

[@beapq1154]

VBeam laser. You will be safe as long as it’s done by an excellent dermatologist. Best

[@marim248]

Hi Dr. Idriss, I have other questions! What do you think are Vera Wang’s “secrets” to her youthful look? I mean the skin on her arms looks beautiful! In terms of genetics, what are the genes thought to be involved and how?

[@NavneetDeosi]

Please share some insights and information about laser treatments for facial hair removal. THANK YOU for yet another amazing video!

[@allieennis2310]

Please do a video focusing on what options might be in office for hypopigmentation from acne scars! I have only heard you briefly mention this topic and I would like to know if it's worth me ever seeking treatment for these, since I am hopeless on my own! Thanks!

[@gillianmcmurchy]

This was very informative, you gave great explanations. Thank you so much! 💕

[@Lulamariamd]

Thank you for this! Super interesting! I would love to see more about other lasers for specific skin concerns. Thank you!

[@valb6128]

I appreciate your videos and look forward to them! I would like to even out my skin tone, texture and get rid of the dark spots. Would you recommend a chemical peel?

[@joanwalters4741]

Yes, I have a request. An influencer did a treatment in Derm’s office of Sculptra. Showed the insertion of fluid into 3 areas each side of face to encourage collegian production. Came back into office in 3 months( and $1,00 later) a restored face that they hope will last 2 years. Can you endorse or explain this procedure and if you recommend in your office practice.

[@SerinKSilva]

Hi Shereene, Thank you for all of your very instructive videos. Based on this one, if tightening the mid face is my aim, what would you suggest (age 38). I imagine you can't accurately answer things like this without seeing a patient. Maybe you could do a video on this topic. Would a thread lift be a potential good idea? Thank you

[@Hinnii]

Hi Dr. Idriss, love all your videos as usual. I recently did an PRP treatment for my facial skin. My skin type is dry and I’m 32 with some fine lines. In General I take good care of my skin, but there were some fine lines forming and it lacked a bit of plumpness so I decided to give PRP a try. I initially wanted to go for a Fraxel treatment but the cosmetician didn’t recommend it as I didn’t have any large pores and she said I wouldn’t benefit so much from such a treatment. I’m now 4 days post treatment and I’m still bruised from the needle injections. My question is, what can I expect from PRP treatments and what would be your top 3 recommended in office treatments to brighten up, even out skin tone, and to firm and plump up the skin of someone in their 30s? Thank you for reading the comments ❤️

[@soniak2269]

Great content. I’ve had my first of three IPL treatments so far at a local med spa with a dermatologist with great reviews…. So far I’ve seen some results already, looking forward to having all three done to see the difference in my hyperpigmentation.

[@niamhbyrne4036]

How did the rest of the treatments go?

[@paulawilkinson6341]

Thank u doctor idriss am 49 take good care of my skin. Spend a absolute fortune , like to add probiotics, peptides and cerimides from my products . Use vit c and azelic acid in my routines . I tried tret for 11 months an it’s made my pigmentation worse an brings me out blotchy . I have persevered but it gets worse , my skin is well retinized now no peeling no breakout sore spots . But this blotchy skin an more prominent pigmentation really gets me down . I apply spf 50 or 30 every day even when am at home . Never sit in the sun anymore or by a window . I just want to ask do u think it’s time for me to try a few in clinic procedures? And could my skin just not adjust to tret or can tret be to strong for some sensitive skins ? Thank u . Really enjoy watching ur videos xx

[@sahandali6186]

Can you do one on Secret RF please and does it really help in minimizing pores?

[@moneylover202]

Please discuss cost

[@sammysoppy3361]

expensive. shit like this is very much a be rich already or save for years/pay it off for years kinda of thing. lazers are hundreds to thousands PER treatment (price will vary by location and provider u are seeing) and you typically need multiple to get the results you’re going after so…. a LOT of money. which is where the “you aren’t ugly you’re just poor” comes from lol

[@DinkyPixie]

Are there any treatments that patients request that you DO NOT do and can you explain why? (I work in dental and patients come in with ideas from Instagram and procedures that they have heard about that they would like that we do not recommend, I wonder if you have the same experience Derm-wise)

[@stephanieparris5277]

Love this! Could you do a video on using the Tixel please? Fairly new device using heat. 400 degree Celsius. Majority of the settings is no downtime, unless it’s used at a higher setting which os similar to the Co2.

[@zarfeenhameed2664]

I would like to know the approximate cost for this, if that’s okay!

[@ShehnazKhan1]

So, would IPL treatments work for acne scars and hyperpigmentation? I am already using a retinol and a 2% hydroquinone cream but am not seeing results yet.

[@ksharpe9604]

I just had Aerolase for the first time. Very tolerable compared to BBL. I’m hoping to see results with hyper pigmentation

[@belwynne1386]

Do infrared masks work or should we spend the budget on lasers?

[@noana1625]

Would you do a video on how to choose a dermatologist? We all know that there are skilled doctors and not so skilled. How do we go about this process? Also beneficial would be a video on how to speak to a dermatologist for them to take action and address your concerns instead of "you look fine, we will discuss it next year."

[@dv7361]

Thank you Dr. Idriss for such great content!!

[@gloriamancini7000]

When is your skincare line coming out?

[@Alex-mx6mu]

What about the best lasers for treating acne texture scars? Please whole video on this

[@maggiewang1176]

Love your videos! Super useful content! What is your opinion on home beauty devices? For example, light treatment, radio frequency devices etc. Are they worth investing money in? Or which ones are more worthwhile than others?