--- title: "Treatments — School of Dermatology" description: "Honest, evidence-based guides to professional and at-home treatments. From chemical peels to injectables, we cover what to expect, what works, and what to skip." lang: en json-ld: | { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://schoolofdermatology.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Articles", "item": "https://schoolofdermatology.com/articles" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Treatments", "item": "https://schoolofdermatology.com/topics/treatments" } ] } --- [![School of Dermatology](/assets/logo-AGZDufdq.svg)](/) Articles [Skin Types](/skin-types) Tools [Glossary](/glossary) # Treatments Honest, evidence-based guides to professional and at-home treatments. From chemical peels to injectables, we cover what to expect, what works, and what to skip. [Home](/)/ [Articles](/articles)/ Treatments [ ![Face Yoga: What the Science Says About Facial Exercises and Aging](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506126613408-eca07ce68773?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Face Yoga: What the Science Says About Facial Exercises and Aging Face yoga promises a natural alternative to Botox and fillers. But can facial exercises actually combat aging, or do they just give you new wrinkles? Here's what the evidence says. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/face-yoga-facial-exercises)[ ![Facial Rollers: Jade vs Rose Quartz vs Metal and What the Research Says](/assets/facial-rollers-hero-CH4tdKWy.webp) Treatments ### Facial Rollers: Jade vs Rose Quartz vs Metal and What the Research Says Jade rollers went viral, rose quartz followed, and now there's metal, ice, and everything in between. Here's what the research actually says about facial rolling. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/treatments/facial-rollers-jade-vs-rose-quartz)[ ![Face Massage: Does It Actually Depuff or Just Feel Good](/assets/face-massage-hero-CnIDYcwn.webp) Treatments ### Face Massage: Does It Actually Depuff or Just Feel Good Facial massage feels wonderful — but does it actually do anything beyond relaxation? Here's what the research says about depuffing, lymphatic drainage, and those anti-aging claims. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/treatments/face-massage-depuff)[ ![Gua Sha: Separating the Real Benefits From the Hype](/assets/gua-sha-hero-BGok_xOK.webp) Treatments ### Gua Sha: Separating the Real Benefits From the Hype Gua sha has become a skincare staple — but the claims range from plausible to wildly exaggerated. Here's what the actual evidence says about this ancient technique. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/gua-sha-real-benefits)[ ![Dermaplaning at Home: What the Professionals Don't Tell You](/assets/dermaplaning-hero-C4oHyoVF.webp) Treatments ### Dermaplaning at Home: What the Professionals Don't Tell You At-home dermaplaning is everywhere on social media — but the technique carries real risks that influencers rarely mention. Here's the unfiltered truth. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/treatments/dermaplaning-at-home)[ ![RF Microneedling: Is It Worth the Upgrade From Regular Microneedling](/assets/microneedling-hero-DvknyXpL.webp) Treatments ### RF Microneedling: Is It Worth the Upgrade From Regular Microneedling RF microneedling promises supercharged collagen remodeling — but at double the price. Here's whether the radiofrequency upgrade delivers proportionally better results. Jamie Reeves · 10 min read ](/articles/treatments/rf-microneedling-worth-upgrade)[ ![What Happens to Your Skin During a Professional Facial (And Is It Worth It)](/assets/professional-facial-hero-CBpzZM-K.webp) Treatments ### What Happens to Your Skin During a Professional Facial (And Is It Worth It) Professional facials range from glorified spa relaxation to clinically meaningful skin treatments. Here's how to tell the difference and decide if they're worth your money. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/professional-facial-worth-it)[ ![Red Light Therapy Panels: The Complete 2026 Guide to Wavelengths, Dosing, and Choosing a Device](/__l5e/assets-v1/ad812a30-dcd7-43af-81f4-482f962e9e84/SOD_guide_red.png) Treatments ### Red Light Therapy Panels: The Complete 2026 Guide to Wavelengths, Dosing, and Choosing a Device How photobiomodulation actually works, which wavelengths matter for skin and deeper tissue, and how to evaluate a panel before you buy. Jamie Reeves · 18 min read ](/articles/treatments/red-light-therapy-panels-guide)[ ![Microdermabrasion vs Chemical Peel: Which One Does Your Skin Actually Need](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1570172619644-dfd03ed5d881?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Microdermabrasion vs Chemical Peel: Which One Does Your Skin Actually Need Both exfoliate, both promise smoother skin — but microdermabrasion and chemical peels work through fundamentally different mechanisms. Here's how to choose. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/microdermabrasion-vs-chemical-peel)[ ![Laser Resurfacing: What It Actually Does to Your Skin and Who It's For](/assets/laser-resurfacing-hero-CvI3t5t3.webp) Treatments ### Laser Resurfacing: What It Actually Does to Your Skin and Who It's For Laser resurfacing promises dramatic skin renewal — but the reality is nuanced. Here's what actually happens to your skin, who should consider it, and what to expect. Jamie Reeves · 10 min read ](/articles/treatments/laser-resurfacing-what-it-does)[ ![What Happens to Your Skin If You Never Wear Sunscreen](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1532938911079-1b06ac7ceec7?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### What Happens to Your Skin If You Never Wear Sunscreen Sunscreen isn't a skincare nice-to-have. It's the single most effective anti-aging and cancer-prevention tool available. Here's the science of what happens without it. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/what-happens-without-sunscreen)[ ![Can You Over-Exfoliate Your Skin? Signs You Already Have](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-2173dba999ef?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Can You Over-Exfoliate Your Skin? Signs You Already Have Exfoliation is the most over-done step in modern skincare. Here's how to recognize when you've crossed the line — and how to get back. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/treatments/can-you-over-exfoliate-skin)[ ![How Long Does It Actually Take for Skincare to Work?](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1590439471364-192aa70c0b53?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### How Long Does It Actually Take for Skincare to Work? The skin cell cycle takes 28 days minimum. Here's why most skincare ingredients need weeks to months — and which ones work faster. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/how-long-skincare-takes-to-work)[ ![Why Your Skin Purges With Some Products But Not Others](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1573461160327-b450ce3d8e7f?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Why Your Skin Purges With Some Products But Not Others That new serum broke you out — but is it purging or a reaction? The distinction matters, and only certain categories of ingredients can cause a true purge. Jamie Reeves · 8 min read ](/articles/treatments/why-skin-purges-some-products)[ ![Botox vs. Fillers: What Actually Makes You Look Older Faster](/assets/botox-fillers-hero-m4k3Am1X.webp) Treatments ### Botox vs. Fillers: What Actually Makes You Look Older Faster Botox and fillers are the two most popular non-surgical cosmetic treatments in the world. But they work completely differently — and misusing either one can backfire. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/botox-vs-fillers)[ ![The Purge Is Real: What Happens When You Start Active Ingredients](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1598440947619-2c35fc9aa908?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### The Purge Is Real: What Happens When You Start Active Ingredients You started a new retinoid and your skin looks worse than ever. Is it purging or a bad reaction? Understanding the difference can save your skin. Jamie Reeves · 7 min read ](/articles/treatments/the-purge-active-ingredients)[ ![Tretinoin: The Complete Beginner's Guide](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1631729371254-42c2892f0e6e?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Tretinoin: The Complete Beginner's Guide Tretinoin is the most powerful topical anti-aging ingredient available. But starting it without a plan is a recipe for disaster. Here's your complete roadmap. Jamie Reeves · 10 min read ](/articles/treatments/tretinoin-complete-beginners-guide)[ ![Microneedling: How It Works and What to Realistically Expect](/assets/microneedling-hero-DvknyXpL.webp) Treatments ### Microneedling: How It Works and What to Realistically Expect Microneedling can genuinely improve scars, fine lines, and skin texture — but the devil is in the details. Here's what works, what doesn't, and what to realistically expect. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/microneedling-how-it-works)[ ![Chemical Peels at Home vs. In-Office: An Honest Comparison](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1512290923902-8a9f81dc236c?w=800&h=400&fit=crop&q=80&fm=webp) Treatments ### Chemical Peels at Home vs. In-Office: An Honest Comparison At-home peels and in-office peels exist on a spectrum. Understanding where each falls — and what each can realistically achieve — helps you make the right choice. Jamie Reeves · 9 min read ](/articles/treatments/chemical-peels-home-vs-office) ## Exploring At-Home Treatment Devices? LED light therapy is one of the most clinically researched at-home treatment categories in dermatology. From red light for collagen and anti-aging to blue light for acne, device-based treatments are increasingly recommended alongside topical routines. 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