Looking Back: Dr. Amy Krachman Trains with a Globally Renowned Injector
Dermalogic Laser Center’s Dr. Amy Krachman regularly works with patients who recognize that she is a top injector of dermal fillers, like Juvéderm® Voluma at her New Jersey practice. They may not know, however, that she was one of the first people to offer and inject Voluma when it was first introduced to the U.S. market, revolutionizing and changing the way both patients and providers think of fillers and injecting.
In 2013, Dr. Krachman was invited to a training in New York City, consisting only of top injectors in the tri-state area, to work with a leading Juvéderm® trainer: Brazilian plastic surgeon Dr. Mauricio de Maio. Known for offering injectables, Dr. Krachman is always seeking to hone her craft and add to her considerable experience in providing natural-looking results built on the philosophy that “less is best.”
Dr. de Maio focuses on advanced applications for cosmetic injectables, including a range of dermal fillers, as well as wrinkle-relaxing neuromodulators. He has written several textbooks on plastic surgery, and he is well known for his techniques and trainings.
While Dr. Krachman is already regarded for her holistic approach to patients and her results that help each individual to look well-rested and refreshed, her ongoing goal is to improve her skills, as well as her ability to lead her team at Dermalogic Laser Center, in the most current best practices.
Her “less is more” philosophy applies to all of the treatments available at Dermalogic, including Juvéderm®, the line of hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers made to add volume in key areas of the face. Some of the fillers in the line provide subtle smoothing effects for lines around the mouth, while others reduce the severity of facial creases or enhance definition in the cheekbones, chin, or jawline.
“In medical school, we are told not to be first or last when bringing on new treatments,” Dr. Krachman explains. “In this case, Voluma was going to change the way we viewed injecting to get the best natural result while finally being able to contour the cheeks.”
The rest, as they say, is history. Voluma has become a go-to filler for shaping and contouring the face, and Dr. Krachman continues to offer the injectable, providing beautiful and natural-looking results.
Contact Dermalogic Laser Center at 609.561.0033 for a consultation to get started on your own treatments. Remember that while you may have your eye on a certain filler or wrinkle-relaxer, Dr. Krachman emphasizes the importance of coming in to share your goals, then working with her and the Dermalogic team to determine which approach would be best.
CO2 Laser Resurfacing: Advanced Skin Renewal at Dermalogic Laser Center
At Dermalogic Laser Center, we take a holistic approach to anti-aging, offering advanced treatments that work synergistically to promote long-term skin health and natural rejuvenation. Our new CO2 Laser Resurfacing treatment is a powerful option for improving skin texture, reducing fine lines, and stimulating collagen production. This treatment can be fully customized based on your individual needs, and when combined with procedures like microneedling RF and PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factors), it provides even greater anti-aging benefits with enhanced results and faster healing.
How CO2 Laser Resurfacing Works
CO2 laser resurfacing uses fractional laser technology to precisely remove damaged outer skin layers while stimulating deep collagen remodeling. This treatment effectively targets:
- Fine lines and deeper wrinkles
- Sun damage and hyperpigmentation
- Acne scars and uneven skin texture
- Skin laxity and loss of elasticity
Customizable Treatment Levels
We recognize that each patient’s skin is unique, which is why CO2 laser resurfacing is tailored based on aging concerns, lifestyle, and downtime preferences.
- Light CO2 Treatment: A gentle resurfacing treatment that improves texture, brightens the complexion, and smooths fine lines with minimal downtime (3-5 days).
- Medium CO2 Treatment: A deeper treatment for moderate wrinkles, sun damage, and skin laxity. Redness and peeling typically last 5-7 days, with long-term collagen remodeling.
- Aggressive CO2 Treatment: A high-intensity treatment for advanced signs of aging, deep wrinkles, and significant skin laxity. Expect 7-10 days of downtime, with continued collagen production and skin tightening over time.
Combining CO2 Laser with Microneedling RF for Enhanced Skin Tightening
For patients seeking improved skin laxity and overall rejuvenation, we recommend combining CO2 laser with microneedling RF (radiofrequency). While CO2 laser resurfaces and renews the skin’s surface, microneedling RF delivers heat energy deep into the dermis, further stimulating collagen and elastin production. This combination provides a more comprehensive approach to skin tightening, addressing fine lines, wrinkles, and laxity simultaneously for long-lasting firm and youthful skin.
The Role of PDGF in Enhancing Anti-Aging Results and Healing
To further optimize results, we incorporate PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factors) into the treatment. PDGF accelerates tissue repair, reduces inflammation, and enhances collagen regeneration, leading to:
- Faster healing time
- Reduced post-treatment redness and swelling
- Enhanced anti-aging benefits with improved skin elasticity and resilience
Consultation and Pricing
Because CO2 laser treatments vary in intensity and treatment areas, therefore pricing varies. A consultation is required to determine the best treatment approach based on your skin concerns and goals.
At Dermalogic Laser Center, we are committed to providing customized, science-backed treatments that enhance your natural beauty while promoting long-term skin health. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and learn how CO2 Laser Resurfacing, Microneedling RF, and PDGF therapy can work together to help you achieve radiant, youthful skin.
Dr. Amy Krachman | Dermalogic | 6095610033 | @drkrachman
What Is the Dermalogic Difference When it Comes to BOTOX®?
As a provider of BOTOX® in New Jersey, Dermalogic Laser Center does more than simply administer the wrinkle-relaxing injectable. The team, led by accomplished doctor of osteopathic medicine (D.O.) Dr. Amy Krachman, focuses on each patient as an individual—and takes the entire patient into account. That means each injection is not merely a treatment to smooth crow’s feet or forehead lines, but a carefully chosen step in a plan to provide beautiful, especially natural-looking results.
How do Dr. Krachman and the team accomplish this? Read on to discover the Dermalogic difference:
The Consultation
Before starting on any treatments, patients will first sit down to a personalized and in-depth consultation. Dr. Krachman welcomes patients who know they have signs of aging they want to address, while encouraging them to be open about their cosmetic goals. As we get to know you, understand your motivation for seeking treatment, assess your skin and medical history, determine what’s causing the signs of aging we’re targeting, and answer your questions, we can develop a truly one-of-a-kind strategy. Every aspect of the process is tailored to you.
The Strategy
Dr. Krachman’s philosophy when it comes to BOTOX® is “less is best.” The initial approach will typically be conservative, so we can all be sure the results are developing as desired. After all, we can expand on the treatment to further the effects, but we can’t “take away” effects once they’ve happened. The overall strategy is to provide results that help you to look naturally refreshed.
The Session
The Dermalogic team prioritizes reducing comfort, so very thin needles and sophisticated discomfort-reducing techniques are employed. We use distraction techniques, such as a vibration tool, to decrease sensitivity, but ultimately BOTOX® is a quick and painless treatment. The injections are made with care, precision, and efficient. In total, the injection session itself can be expected to last no more than half an hour—but may be completed in as little as 15 minutes.
The Follow-Up
We advise BOTOX® patients to take oral Arnica to diminish swelling and bruising if this occurs, to not exercise after treatment, and to not lie flat for an hour post injection. Expect results to become visible in a few days and then continue to develop over a couple of weeks. Typically, maintenance sessions scheduled every few months are ideal for enjoying an ongoing smoother, more youthful look.
For more information about our approach to BOTOX® and other rejuvenating options at Dermalogic Laser Center, contact us online or call 609.561.0033 to schedule a consultation.
Introducing Regenerative Therapy with PDGF at Dermalogic
At Dermalogic, we are always searching for the most advanced, results-driven treatments to help our patients achieve their best skin and hair health. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce our newest category of treatments: Regenerative Therapy with PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factor). This powerful innovation is transforming the way we approach skin rejuvenation, under-eye restoration, and even hair regrowth—enhancing results naturally and effectively.
What is PDGF?
PDGF, or Platelet-Derived Growth Factor, is a naturally occurring protein that plays a crucial role in tissue repair and regeneration. It stimulates collagen production, enhances cellular renewal, and improves blood circulation—leading to stronger, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin and hair. When applied or injected strategically, PDGF amplifies the results of traditional aesthetic treatments, making it a game-changer for those seeking natural, long-lasting improvements.
PDGF stands out because it is:
- Pure – The power of a naturally occurring growth factor in a topical solution with only four ingredients.
- Potent – Contains up to 300,000 times the amount of growth factor found in other aesthetic products.
- Predictable – Pharmaceutical-grade PDGF provides a high-quality and consistent product every time.
- Proven – Delivers real, visible results in skin rejuvenation and hair restoration.
Why We’re Excited to Offer PDGF at Dermalogic
Our philosophy has always been rooted in natural rejuvenation—enhancing beauty with treatments that restore rather than alter. PDGF aligns perfectly with our approach, delivering next-level results without excessive downtime or artificial-looking changes. By incorporating regenerative therapy into our practice, we are able to optimize the skin’s ability to heal and renew itself, giving patients stronger, healthier skin and hair from the inside out.
How Patients Benefit from PDGF Treatments
PDGF supercharges traditional treatments by:
- Stimulating collagen and elastin production for firmer, smoother skin
- Enhancing skin tone and texture while reducing fine lines and wrinkles
- Boosting cellular repair for a naturally youthful glow
- Improving under-eye hollows and crepey skin
- Strengthening hair follicles and promoting fuller, healthier hair
Our Regenerative Therapy Treatments with PDGF
Microneedling with PDGF – Traditional microneedling creates micro-injuries to stimulate collagen production, and when paired with PDGF, it intensifies skin repair, enhances hydration, and accelerates rejuvenation for a more youthful, radiant complexion.
Vivace RF Microneedling with PDGF – This advanced microneedling treatment combines radiofrequency energy with microneedling to tighten and firm the skin. Adding PDGF maximizes collagen stimulation, boosts healing, and improves overall skin tone and texture for even more dramatic results.
Under-Eye Rejuvenation with PDGF – If you struggle with hollowing, fine lines, or thinning skin under the eyes, PDGF can be injected to restore volume and smooth delicate skin, giving a refreshed, well-rested appearance.
Hair Restoration with PDGF – PDGF nourishes hair follicles, strengthens roots, and encourages new growth for those experiencing hair thinning or loss. This regenerative therapy enhances scalp health and improves hair density, making it a natural alternative to more invasive procedures.
Experience the Future of Skin and Hair Rejuvenation
If you’re looking for cutting-edge regenerative treatments that deliver real, natural-looking results, PDGF at Dermalogic is the perfect solution. Whether you’re enhancing your microneedling results, refreshing tired under-eyes, or restoring thinning hair, our team is here to customize a treatment plan that works for you.
Call us at 6095610033 or book your consultation online to learn more about how PDGF can help you achieve your best skin and hair yet.
Dermalogic Laser Center | Hammonton NJ | @drkrachman
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Get treated with BOTOX® Cosmetic and the JUVÉDERM® Collection of Fillers at the same visit between 02/04–03/31 to earn double points on JUVÉDERM. How’s that for twice as nice? Ask Dr. Krachman or Nurse Margaret for a full-face consultation to see how BOTOX Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM can help you reach your aesthetic goals
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Terms and Conditions
- Members who purchase treatments with both BOTOX and at least one of any JUVÉDERM Fillers in the same visit will earn double Allē points on up to two qualifying syringes of any JUVÉDERM product (800 maximum JUVÉDERM points). SKINVIVE by JUVÉDERM does not qualify.
- Member will earn standard Allē points on all other eligible purchases.
- BOTOX and JUVÉDERM treatments must occur in the same visit and be part of the same Allē transaction to qualify for Double Points offer.
- Treatments must occur from February 4, 2025 through March 31, 2025 to be eligible for Double Points offer.
- Double Points offer cannot be applied to past transactions.
- Please allow up to 48 hours for points to deposit into Members’ Allē accounts.
- Double Points Offer can be combined with other Allē/BOTOX/JUVÉDERM offers; Allē/BOTOX/JUVÉDERM gift cards; and Allē points.
- Questions? Contact Allē Customer Support at 1-888-912-1572 Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm
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Restore Hydration and Radiance with Dermalogic’s Dryness | Logical Package
At Dermalogic Laser Center, we understand that true skin health comes from treating all layers and aspects of aging. Dry, dehydrated skin can lead to dullness, fine lines, and a lack of vibrancy—but with the right approach, we can restore lasting hydration and a youthful glow. Our Dryness | Logical Package is designed to deeply nourish, hydrate, and repair the skin using a strategic combination of in-office treatments and medical-grade skincare. Whether your skin is feeling depleted due to environmental stressors, aging, or hormonal changes, this package is the ultimate solution for replenishing moisture and improving overall skin quality.
The Components of the Dryness | Logical Package
- SkinVive Injectable Treatment
SkinVive is the latest innovation in skin hydration. This microdroplet injectable treatment infuses hyaluronic acid directly into the skin to improve hydration, smoothness, and elasticity. Unlike traditional fillers, SkinVive is designed to enhance overall skin quality rather than volumizing specific areas. The result? Long-lasting, all-over glow and suppleness. Benefits:
- Increases skin hydration for a radiant complexion
- Improves texture and smoothness
- Reduces the appearance of fine lines caused by dehydration
- Provides results that last up to six months
- Diamond Glow Facial
Diamond Glow is a next-level, non-invasive facial that combines deep exfoliation, extraction, and serum infusion. Using a diamond-tipped wand, this treatment removes dead skin cells while delivering potent hydrating serums deep into the skin. When combined with SkinVive, it enhances the skin’s ability to absorb moisture and nutrients for a plumper, more dewy complexion. Benefits:
- Gently exfoliates for smoother skin
- Deeply hydrates and restores glow
- Clears away congestion for a fresh, healthy look
- Chemical Peel
A customized chemical peel helps reset the skin by removing dull, damaged layers and stimulating cellular turnover. This step is essential for allowing hydration-boosting treatments to penetrate more effectively while improving overall skin tone and texture. Benefits:
- Boosts collagen production and skin renewal
- Enhances skin hydration retention by improving skin barrier function
- Brightens and refreshes the complexion
- Medical-Grade Skincare: HA5 Hydra Collagen Replenish & Repair Cream
To maintain and extend the benefits of in-office treatments, we include HA5 Hydra Collagen Replenish & Repair Cream as part of this package. This powerhouse hydrator delivers five different types of hyaluronic acid to the skin, replenishing lost moisture and supporting a strong, supple barrier. Benefits:
- Provides continuous hydration throughout the day
- Supports collagen production for long-term skin health
- Smooths and softens fine lines caused by dryness
Why a Multi-Modality Approach Works
By addressing dryness from multiple angles—injectable hydration, deep exfoliation, cellular renewal, and medical-grade skincare—this package delivers transformative, long-lasting results. Hydrated skin isn’t just about surface moisture; it requires replenishment at deeper levels to maintain a plump, youthful appearance.
Our Dryness | Logical Package is designed to create synergy between each step, ensuring optimal hydration, improved texture, and long-term skin health.
Hydration and Peri-Menopausal Skin
Peri-menopausal women often experience a dramatic decrease in skin hydration due to hormonal fluctuations. Estrogen plays a critical role in maintaining moisture levels, and as it declines, the skin becomes drier, thinner, and more prone to fine lines. This package is especially beneficial for women in this stage of life, as it:
- Restores lost hydration: SkinVive injectables and HA5 cream deeply replenish moisture that naturally diminishes with age.
- Strengthens the skin barrier: A compromised barrier leads to increased water loss—our combination of treatments helps fortify and protect the skin.
- Boosts radiance and elasticity: The Diamond Glow facial and chemical peel promote cell turnover, keeping the skin fresh and vibrant.
By addressing these changes proactively, we help peri-menopausal women maintain a dewy, youthful glow and prevent the long-term effects of dehydration on the skin.
Ready to Replenish and Glow?
If your skin is feeling dull, tight, or dehydrated, our Dryness | Logical Package is the perfect way to restore lasting hydration and radiance. Let’s create a customized plan tailored to your unique needs—book your consultation at Dermalogic Laser Center today and take the first step toward deeply hydrated, glowing skin!
Achieve Calm, Radiant Skin with Dermalogic’s Redness Reduction | Logical Package
At Dermalogic Laser Center, we believe in a comprehensive and multi-modality approach to anti-aging and skincare. Our Redness Reduction | Logical Package has been thoughtfully designed to address redness, flushing, and skin sensitivity by treating multiple layers of the skin. This package combines cutting-edge in-office treatments with medical-grade skincare to deliver long-lasting, synergistic results. Whether you struggle with chronic redness, rosacea, or peri-menopausal skin changes, this package is tailored to help you regain a calm, radiant complexion.
The Components of the Redness Reduction | Logical Package:
- Laser Genesis: Laser Genesis is a non-invasive laser treatment that stimulates collagen production while reducing redness and inflammation. It works by gently heating the dermis to diffuse redness, strengthen capillaries, and smooth out the skin’s texture. Over a series of sessions, Laser Genesis can:
- Minimize redness caused by rosacea or broken capillaries.
- Improve overall skin tone and texture.
- Reduce fine lines for a smoother, more youthful look.
- IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Therapy : IPL targets visible blood vessels and pigmentation irregularities by using broad-spectrum light to selectively treat redness and sun damage. When paired with Laser Genesis, IPL works on the skin’s surface to:
- Break down red and brown discoloration.
- Reduce facial flushing and visible veins.
- Brighten the complexion for a more even skin tone.
- AquaGold with Subdermal Botox : AquaGold is a luxurious, microchanneling treatment that infuses customized serums, including subdermal Botox, directly into the skin. Subdermal Botox helps calm overactive sebaceous glands and constrict capillaries, reducing redness and flushing. This combination treatment:
- Hydrates and plumps the skin for a smooth, “glass-like” finish.
- Reduces pore size and facial sweating.
- Enhances the skin’s overall radiance.
- Medical-Grade Skincare: SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel and Physical Fusion SPF 50
- SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel: This soothing, botanical-rich serum reduces redness and irritation while providing a lightweight hydration boost. It’s perfect for sensitive or post-treatment skin.
- Physical Fusion SPF 50: A broad-spectrum, tinted sunscreen that protects the skin from harmful UV rays while enhancing its natural tone. Regular use helps prevent redness and pigmentation from worsening over time.
Why a Multi-Modality Approach Works
Each treatment in the Redness Reduction | Logical Package is powerful on its own, but their combined effects are transformative. By targeting redness and inflammation from multiple angles—stimulating collagen in deeper layers, treating surface pigmentation, and soothing irritated skin—we’re able to achieve optimal, long-lasting results.
This package not only treats visible redness but also improves the skin’s resilience and overall health, making it a truly holistic approach to anti-aging and redness reduction.
Redness Reduction During Peri-Menopause
Peri-menopause often brings unwelcome skin changes, including increased redness, flushing, and sweat-related sensitivity. These changes are due to hormonal fluctuations that affect blood vessels and skin health. The Redness Reduction | Logical Package is especially beneficial during this stage of life, as it:
- Reduces flushing and facial redness: Laser Genesis and IPL work together to calm overactive blood vessels.
- Minimizes sweat-induced irritation: Subdermal Botox delivered through AquaGold can help regulate facial sweating, reducing discomfort and breakouts.
- Restores skin’s barrier: Medical-grade skincare soothes and protects sensitive skin while addressing visible redness.
By addressing these unique concerns, this package helps peri-menopausal women feel more confident and comfortable in their skin.
Ready to Rediscover Your Radiance?
If redness, flushing, or sensitivity have been holding you back, our Redness Reduction | Logical Package is here to help. With our multi-faceted approach, you’ll achieve a calmer, more even complexion while improving your skin’s overall health. Book your consultation today at Dermalogic Laser Center and let’s create a plan tailored just for you. Your journey to radiant skin starts here!
Aesthetic Trends for 2025: Insights from Dr. Krachman
As we step into 2025, the world of aesthetic medicine is shifting toward treatments that enhance natural beauty, prioritize skin health, and deliver long-term results. At Dermalogic Laser Center, these principles have always guided our approach, making us excited to see these trends gain widespread attention. Here are the top aesthetic trends I’m forecasting for the year ahead.
Natural Anti-Aging: Less is More
The “natural look” continues to dominate in 2025, with patients seeking subtle enhancements that maintain their unique features while addressing signs of aging. Gone are the days of overfilled or overly dramatic transformations. Instead, the focus is on full facial balancing and skin health, combining advanced techniques with a light touch to achieve refreshed, youthful results.
At Dermalogic, we’ve always believed in enhancing your natural beauty rather than altering it. With treatments like Botox for wrinkle prevention and bio-stimulating injectables, we’re helping patients age gracefully and confidently.
Resurfacing Procedures: The Foundation of Healthy Skin
Skin resurfacing is making a big comeback in 2025, and for good reason. Procedures like Vivace and fractional laser treatments address concerns such as fine lines, acne scars, and uneven texture while stimulating collagen production for firmer, smoother skin.
Vivace, a cutting-edge microneedling device with radiofrequency, delivers remarkable results with minimal downtime, making it a patient favorite. Fractional lasers are equally transformative, providing deeper skin renewal for more significant concerns. These resurfacing treatments form the foundation of a radiant complexion and are essential for achieving long-lasting, glowing results.
Bio-Stimulating Injectables: Building Beauty from Within
Injectables are evolving beyond just filling and freezing. In 2025, bio-stimulating injectables like Ez-Gel and Sculptra are taking center stage. These treatments stimulate your body’s natural collagen production, offering gradual and long-lasting improvements in skin texture, elasticity, and volume.
Ez-Gel uses your own platelets to promote regeneration, while Sculptra’s poly-L-lactic acid formulation works deep within the skin to restore lost volume and improve firmness over time. These injectables align perfectly with the natural anti-aging trend, offering subtle yet noticeable results that improve with each session.
Dermalogic: Leading the Way in 2025 Trends
At Dermalogic Laser Center, we’re proud to stay ahead of the curve, offering treatments that deliver exceptional results while prioritizing your safety and comfort. Whether you’re interested in enhancing your natural beauty, improving your skin’s health, or exploring cutting-edge injectables, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Schedule a consultation to discuss which of these 2025 trends may be right for you. Together, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your goals and feel your best all year long.
Dermalogic Laser Center | 777 S. White Horse Pike, Suite D1 | Hammonton, NJ 08037 | 6095610011
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Are Lasers and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Treatments Different?
Light is powerful! Not only can light from the sun cause damage to our skin, but light-based treatments—carefully applied by skilled providers, like the team at Dermalogic Laser Center—can target that damage and prompt healing. When it comes to effective light treatments, there are two primary options: lasers and IPL. Our New Jersey-based team regularly works with both, and can explain to patients (and you) how they are similar and how they differ. Read on to learn more.
Lasers
To understand lasers, it is first important to know that light is made up of a spectrum of wavelengths, including both visible and invisible waves. Laser treatments focus a single wavelength, emitting a beam of red or blue light—for example—to accomplish a range of benefits.
This light is very powerful and quickly generates heat in the target area. Since it is so focused, it can be applied with precision to bulk heat problematic areas, such as areas with pigmentation, unwanted hair follicles, lines, wrinkles, and texture issues.
Laser light can be ablative, which means it removes layers of skin as part of the treatment process, or non-ablative, which keeps the surface intact while heating cells beneath. There are also treatments that combine both strategies into one.
Because of their focus and intensity, laser treatments are especially good for hair removal, clearing and preventing acne breakouts, reducing visible veins, minimizing scars, and more.
IPL
Unlike focused lasers, IPL treatments involve pulses of multiple wavelengths. This is sometimes referred to as a “broadband” treatment.
Because the light is made up of more than one wavelength, IPL treatments are effective for addressing larger areas, often with diffuse redness or sun damage.
The light from an IPL session typically passes through the surface and is absorbed by darker-pigmented cells below. These collections of hyperpigmentation—often the result of sun exposure years prior—are essentially pulled upward to the surface so that they can flake away in a matter of weeks.
This light can also heat the red-pigmented hemoglobin in visible blood vessels, causing the veins to seal off from the rest of the circulatory system and gradually be reabsorbed to give the surface a clearer, more even look.
Which of these two light treatments would be best for you? That depends on many factors! Happily, you do not have to determine this for yourself. Schedule a visit at Dermalogic Laser Center for a thorough and personalized consultation. You can contact us online or call 609.561.0033.