Your skin is an important part of your body. It’s responsible for how you look, it protects your vital organs and inner structures, and it can affect how you feel about yourself. That’s why proper skin care is important, and our nurse practitioners Alice Xiao Arellano MSN APRN FNP-C, and Punam Bhakta, MSN APRN FNP-C at Aury Health are experts in skin care. We want to help you look your best and keep your skin healthy.

How Our Nurse Practitioner Can Help with Common Skin Conditions

Our nurse practitioners at Aury Health can treat a wide range of common skin conditions by providing the appropriate skin care. Consider these ways your nurse practitioner can help you with skin conditions such as acne and eczema. A customized approach will ensure you are getting the best possible result for your condition.

If you have acne, our nurse practitioner may recommend one or several of the following depending on your situation:

• Laser treatment to kill underlying bacteria
• Chemical peels to minimize acne scarring
• Prescription topical and oral medications to unclog pores and kill underlying bacteria
• Photodynamic therapy to kill underlying bacteria

If you have eczema, our providers may recommend:

• Topical moisturizers to prevent dryness and itching
• Topical steroids to reduce skin inflammation
• Systemic medications to control itching

How Our Nurse Practitioner Can Help with Anti-aging

Skin care services also include treatments to help you look your best, including highly effective anti-aging treatments.

If you have fine lines and wrinkles, our providers may recommend:

• Dermal fillers to fill in the fine lines and wrinkles
• Wrinkle relaxers temporarily “freeze” the muscles and nerves around the injection site
• Chemical peels remove dead skin cells and renew your skin
• Microdermabrasion to slough dead skin, improving skin texture and tone
• Microneedling creates areas of microdamage in your skin, which will boost collagen production and your body’s natural healing properties
• Laser skin resurfacing to remove the top layer of your skin and reveal younger skin underneath

What You Can Do To Maintain Healthy Skin

Remember that proper skin care starts with you. We encourage you to be an active participant in the health of your skin. We are at your service and are a great resource for any question you may have about proper skin care. Some simple ways you can take to maintain healthy skin include:

• Cleanse your face daily with mild cleansers, not soap
• Pat, don’t rub your skin, leaving a small amount of moisture on your skin
• Apply moisturizer at least once each day after cleansing
• Wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, and SPF of 30 or above if you are outside for long periods
• Avoid going to bed with makeup on your face

Want to Know More?

To find out more about skincare services available from Aury Health, call Alice Xiao Arellano MSN APRN FNP-C, and Punam Bhakta, MSN APRN FNP-C at Aury Health today.