Medical Skin Care in Chicago

Successful acne treatment isn't just about eliminating pimples: it's about treating the root cause. That's why we take a holistic, science-backed approach that minimizes triggers and supports long-term skin health.

Acne shows up in different forms, including:

• Comedonal acne: clogged pores and blackheads
• Inflamed acne: red, swollen breakouts
• Combination acne: a mix of both
• Rosacea-related breakouts

Acne can be frustrating, but clear skin is possible with the right approach. We build a custom plan that can combine prescriptions, medical-grade products, peels and lasers.

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Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition that causes facial redness, visible blood vessels and sometimes acne-like bumps. Symptoms can flare and settle, and while rosacea isn't contagious, it can make you feel self-conscious if it goes untreated.

We approach rosacea by controlling the inflammation with prescriptions and building healthier skin cells that are more resilient to flares. Light-based treatments like IPL and Laser Genesis can notably reduce redness and visible vessels.

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Our new patient dermatology medical visit is for patients establishing care or seeking evaluation and treatment of common dermatologic concerns, including acne, rosacea, eczema and hair loss. Sangini has practiced cosmetic and medical dermatology since 2004.

In-office treatments

• Inflamed acne and scar injection: a steroid injection to calm deep, inflamed acne and soften raised scars such as keloids and hypertrophic scars
• Extractions: mild, moderate or severe, to clear congested skin
• Benign lesion removal: cautery or snip removal of skin tags, cherry angiomas, seborrheic keratoses and dermatosis papulosa nigra (DPN)
• Follow-ups: established-patient visits to check progress and adjust your plan

What we do not provide. We do not offer skin cancer screenings, full-body skin examinations, evaluation of suspicious moles, urgent dermatologic care or general medical services. We are a self-pay practice and do not participate with or bill insurance.

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Great skin is the foundation of every skin enhancement. Without proper skincare and sun protection, cosmetic procedures won't have nearly as much impact.

Book a consultation and we will run a skin analysis to build a program that suits you. Whether your concerns are pigmentation, breakouts, dryness, dullness, aging or inflammation, we have an appropriate plan to meet your needs.

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The VI Peel is a medical-grade chemical peel that improves tone, texture and clarity. It is suitable for many skin types and is a favorite for acne, acne marks, sun damage and dullness.

Most patients notice peeling around days three to five, then fresh, brighter skin. Many see a visible difference after a single session, as in our before and after results.

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SkinPen creates thousands of tiny, controlled channels in the skin. Your skin responds by building fresh collagen and elastin, so texture, acne scarring, pores and fine lines gradually improve over the following weeks.

We usually recommend a package of three sessions spaced about four weeks apart, which is where the best results show. For more, ask about our regenerative add-ons: PRF or Airessence PDGF+ applied during treatment to support healing and boost results.

Most people look pink, like a mild sunburn, for a day or two and can go back to normal routines quickly.

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What's included: a double cleanse, professional extractions, a custom-selected mask, a relaxing head and shoulder massage and warm towel therapy.

Boosters

• Dermaplaning: baby-soft skin with blade exfoliation that removes dead skin cells and fine facial hair for an instantly radiant complexion and smoother makeup
• Brow shaping: clean, defined brows to finish

Upgrade your facial

• Sculpting Facial: European sculpting massage to contour and define
• Lymphatic Facial: de-puffs and boosts circulation
• Triple Threat Facial: Laser Genesis, a renewal facial and dermaplaning in one visit

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