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Wedding Day Checklist – For Your Skin!

First thing’s first - congratulations to YOU on your recent engagement! To help make planning for your big day easier, CCSD has created a 12-month checklist to get your skin glowing and ready in time for your wedding day. Consultations with a Board-Certified Dermatologist or Certified Physician Assistants, who are available to assist in getting you ready for your big day! They can help get your skin care regimen on track or, if you’re interested, with any of the body sculpting treatments we have as well! Our Licensed Estheticians can assist the MDs or PAs with getting your skin glowing - face or body. Our Permanent Makeup Artist, Sarah Post, can get your lashes or brows ready for your day as well. Don’t forget to bring your mother, mother-in-law, and bridesmaids (and guys too!) with you! They’ll want to shine for your big day as well, and CCSD is your one-stop shop for the whole wedding party’s skincare needs. Check out our wedding page for our easy to read checklist and call/text us at 312-245-9965 (option 2, if you call) or book online to schedule your consultations. The countdown is on!

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Is CoolSculpting Safe?

We asked Dr. Carolyn Jacob is CoolSculpting safe, and what patients should be aware of prior to getting this FDA-cleared fat reduction treatment. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PgXOXaWV9U[/embed] What is CoolSculpting? CoolSculpting is the only FDA-cleared, non-invasive body contouring procedure that uses controlled cooling, or cryolipolysis, to target and permanently destroy fat cells. The treatment can eliminate up to 20%-25% of stubborn fat in 9 different areas of the body. This includes under the chin and jawline areas, thighs, abdomen and flanks, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks, and upper arms. Are there any side effects with CoolSculpting? The FDA-cleared fat freezing treatment has an excellent safety profile, with over 8 million treatments performed to date. However, like any medical procedure, there is always the risk of potential complications; one of which is Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia (PAH). PAH is extremely rare1 and causes visibly enlarged tissue volume in the treated area. It is important for providers to be transparent and inform you of any potential risks when receiving this treatment. Being transparent about these risks is something we pride ourselves on. PAH is shown to be treatable via tumescent liposuction which can be performed in the safety, comfort and privacy of our own office. CoolSculpting Safety at Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology CCSD has performed thousands of CoolSculpting treatments since 2010. Under the guidance and direction of Dr. Carolyn Jacob, our extremely knowledgeable Physician Assistants have been extensively trained, not only with the CoolSculpting device, but also on contraindications or potential side effects one may experience with this treatment. We now have CoolSculpting Elite, the newest and most advanced fat reduction technology yet! In addition to treating up to four areas at once, Elite’s c-shaped applicators cover up to 18% more skin surface than CoolSculpting Legacy, providing a more gentle and effective contouring result. Ready to learn more? Our experienced Physician Assistants can answer all of your questions and determine if you are a good candidate for CoolSculpting during your complimentary consultation. You can schedule a consult on our website or by calling 312-245-9965, and our Patient Entry staff will be happy to help start your CoolSculpting journey! Jalian HR, Avram MM, Garibyan L, Mihm MC, Anderson RR. Paradoxical Adipose Hyperplasia After Cryolipolysis. JAMA Dermatol. 2014;150(3):317–319. doi:10.1001/jamadermatol.2013.8071

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EmSculpt NEO Week

NEW YEAR, NEO YOU! Purchase an EmSculpt NEO package January 17-21 to get 50% OFF a second package! EmSculpt NEO increases muscle by 25% & reduces fat by 30% on your abs, triceps, biceps, glutes, thighs (inner and outer) and calves. A package includes 4 - 30min sessions which induces 20k contractions per session and equals 12-16 weeks of intense HIIT workouts! Call us during Jan 17-21 (312-245-9965) to take advantage of our EmSculpt NEO Week deal and workout without workingout! Limit one special per patient. Cannot combine with any other offers. Full prepayment for package required during 1/17/22-1/21/22.

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The Best Moisturizers For Dry Hands

If you’ve been in Chicago the past few weeks, you’re probably feeling the effects of the Chicago winter days. Here are some of the best moisturizers for dry hands from Chicago Skin Science that will save your skin from the toll of frigid temps. Our providers also suggest that, when washing your hands, you use warm, not hot, water to avoid stripping your skin barrier of even more of natural oils. Try to choose a soap that is moisturizing and fragrance free. Finish with one of the following moisturizers immediately after hand washing to lock in hydration!         There’s very few skin issues that a little Aquaphor can’t handle! It’s an affordable option that’s perfect for on-the-go use. Aquaphor Healing Ointment – $12.96 Great for dry, cracked, irritated skin Helps restore smooth, healthy skin     Perfect for the whole family, Avene Xeracalm Balm restores dry hands that are prone to eczema. Avene Xeracalm Balm – $33 Ideal for redness, itchy, eczema prone skin Approved by the National Eczema Association Formulated without any preservatives, parabens or fragrances Suitable for infants, children and adults   Want to heal dry, cracked hands without the feeling of greasiness? This is the one for you! Avene Cicalfate Hand Cream – $25 Restores and brings relief to dry, cracked hands Lasts through up to 5 hand washings 91% noticed reduction of tightness, tingling, heat/burning sensations, itching 51% reduction of redness, roughness, thickened skin, blisters and cracks     Go beyond just moisturizing with Elta’s hand créme by also brightening skin tone and protecting against pollution! EltaMD So Silky Hand Créme – $19 Clinically proven to moisturize dry, flaky skin up to 12 hours Helps maintain moisture, even after hand washing Protects against urban pollution Brightens the appearance of skin tone Has “quick dry” ingredients that doesn’t leave an oily or sticky residue

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CCSD & Chicago Skin Science Holiday Hours

As a reminder, CCSD will be celebrating the holidays with our families and loved ones, and we want to ensure that all of your appointments, prescriptions and products are accounted for! Give us a call at 312-245-9965 (option 2 for scheduling, option 3 for refill prescriptions, & option 4 for Chicago Skin Science) to make sure you're stocked up and  ready for the holidays! December 23rd – 8:00am to 6:00pm (normal business hours) December 24th – Christmas Eve - CLOSED  December 27th through December 30th – normal business hours December 31st – New Year’s Eve – CLOSED January 3rd onward – normal business hours

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November is Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month

The medical condition hyperhidrosis is when the body sweats four or five times more than normal. When sweating is this extreme it can be embarrassing, uncomfortable, and anxiety-inducing. It can disrupt all aspects of a person’s life. Luckily, we have many treatment options available to our patients! Prescription strength topical antiperspirants and oral medications. miraDry® is a non-invasive procedure that permanently reduces underarm sweat. Even better news, purchase a miraDry package (2 treatments) & receive an Alastin INhance to help decrease post treatment swelling ($55 value!) in November! Botox for hyperhidrosis is an option for underarms, palms of hands and hairline. The sweat-blocking response time is usually 2 to 4 days after treatment and lasts for 9 months. Call or text our office at 312-245-9965, or book online to schedule your consultation and find relief for your hyperhidrosis.

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Help Us In Welcoming Sarah Post to CCSD

Sarah was raised in the southwest Chicago suburbs and has recently moved to Vernon Hills. She received her Esthetics License from Hair Professionals in Palos Hills, IL and has been a Licensed Esthetician since 2010. Sarah received her Microblading Certification from Esthetic World Beauty in Norridge, IL. Prior to that, she worked as a Teacher Assistant at a Special Education school. Since finding her passion in the art of lashes and brows, she believes in "customizing lashes and brows to a person's face and personality, rather than a one size fits all approach". Her greatest achievement and favorite part of what she does is being able to see how happy a patient is after she's transformed their brows! Sarah is already seeing patients on for Microblading, Ombre & Combo Brows, Lash Lifts & Tints, Eyebrow lamination and more! Visit our website for all of the available services, and call/text us at 312-245-9965 to schedule your consultation with Sarah today!

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Going back to school? You can still see your CCSD Provider! (Virtually)

We know coming back and forth from school is already a burden but that doesn’t mean you have to give up your care with us! Our Board-Certified Dermatologist and Certified Physician Assistants are happy to see you virtually for any dermatologic concern you may have. You can call or text us at 312-245-9965 to book your Telehealth appointment or you can book online (Saturday appointments are not available for Telehealth appointments). Due to state regulations, all new and current patients must be a permanent resident of Illinois in order to book a telehealth appointment. However, if you're an established patient who is away for college, you are still able to book a telehealth appointment as long as Illinois is the state where you permanently reside. We love providing our patients with the ease and convenience of online scheduling. As a friendly reminder, please be mindful of our booking policy clearly defined on the booking page - your appointment is not confirmed until you hear from the office via text or phone call. If we try to connect with you, and you fail to respond or call back, your appointment will be cancelled. If you are an established patient, please be sure to give accurate information on the booking page, or you run the risk of duplicating your record which does cause confusion. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

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Saturday Appointments Are Back!

We are excited to announce that our popular Saturday appointments are back, and will now be available for October 9th, November 20th, and December 11th, 2021. Our Saturday clinic hours will be 9am - 1pm, with the last appointment being at 12:30pm. These popular appointments are limited and will be in high demand! Therefore, we will be collecting payments in advance when scheduling your appointment over the phone, which will ensure your time and ours is productive. If you would like to make an appointment for any of the dates listed above, please call our office at 312-245-9965 option 2, and our Patient Entry Staff will be happy to assist you!

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Client Reviews

Thank you to the friendly staff at CCSD for always making my visits pleasant and efficient! An even bigger thank you to Dr. Jacob for the phenomenal job she did all but erasing a scar on my face from skin cancer, and the amazing job she always does defying Mother Nature keeping my face looking young and alert!

— Christopher

Dr. Ibrahim is AMAZING. He has such a wonderful “bed side manner” and his experience is multifaceted. I go to him for both regular skin concerns and cosmetic reasons and he has been able to help with every issue I have! He is by far the best dermatologist I have been to and I recommend him 100%!

— Maddy

Loved results..and my daughter had microdermabrasion and beautiful results..they r so professional and very organized..appointment times right on schedule..no waiting. I would say this is the best place in Chicago..for any needs of the face. They are the experts..

— Rosalina

What a great experience! I love this office, every time I come everyone has a great smile, and the office is always bright and clean. Dr. Pritzker is awesome, she is so fast and efficient and knows exactly how to combat those pesky wrinkles.

— Valarie

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