Dr. Hema's Tips

Tip of the Month: October Dr. Hema says, "For the next three months, my Tip will focus on a breakthrough concept in cosmetic surgery, which is to rejuvenate your skin layer by layer. For layer 1, the Epidermis: StarLux IPL (intense pulsed light) photofacials remove age spots, spider veins, rosacea and other blemishes within minutes with no down time or pain. The Lux V acne laser kills acne-causing bacteria and minimizes enlarged pores, clearing your skin without internal medications. Salt macrodermabrasion, a more effective, aluminum-free alternative to microdermabrasion, polishes your skin with natural salt crystals, followed by antioxidant ultrasound treatment. These non-invasive procedures renew your epidermis and restore your skin's youthful luster.

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Dr. Hema's September Tip

Dr. Hema says, "The newest and most effective way to lift a drooping jawline is to combine StarLux infrared skin-tightening treatment with a small, safe liposuction procedure. This combination is pain-free, has minimal recovery time, no visible scarring and gives longer-lasting, more natural-looking results than a traditional face lift."

About Dr. Hema

Dr. Hema Sundaram is a Washington, DC-based cosmetic dermatologist and the author of the acclaimed book Face Value: The Truth About Beauty -- and a Guilt-free Guide to Finding It. Dr. Hema advocates a holistic approach to beauty, one that includes a healthy diet, stress reduction, at-home treatments and cosmetic surgery when needed. Dr. Hema has appeared on television and radio and has contributed to leading newspapers and magazines, including:

• The New York Times
• Prevention
• Good Housekeeping
• Allure
• Essence
• Marie Claire
• Cosmopolitan

She has been featured at the National Press Club and is a faculty speaker at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies.

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Interview with Dr. Hema

Be sure to read our interview with Dr. Sundaram, where she talks about her book, holistic beauty, cosmetic surgery, and "naturalness."