Premier Cosmetic Dermatology practice in New York, with offices in Union Square and Central Park
“This laser will help with skin texture, firmness, elasticity and pore-size appearance,” says Dr. Anne Chapas, founder and medical director of Union Square Laser Dermatology in Manhattan.
“I use hyaluronic acid fillers to replace under eye & mid-cheek volume loss, & tear trough fillers to smooth out under eye hollowing & shadows,” explains Dr. Chang.
"Dr. Gmyrek says, 'The fact that Volbella is a thinner filler [makes it] ideally suited for areas where the skin is delicate, like the lips and under eye area.'"
Dr. Jennifer Chwalek explains that since there is no standard definition of what a baby size is, the name refers to "a micro-droplet technique of injection fewer units more precisely...
"Botox injections reduce fine lines and wrinkles on the face and neck," explains Dr. Anne Chapas, the founder of Union Square Laser Dermatology. "Neurotoxins also increase skin's pliability and elastic recoil, which...
"The injection of dermal fillers and collagenase enzymes may smoothen skin irregularities due to cellulite. Qwo, the first FDA-approved injectable treatment, will be widely available in 2021 and is expected...
If your dull skin is caused by a loss of collagen and elastic tissue, you might need laser or micro-needle radiofrequency treatments, Dr. Robyn Gmyrek says. And if it's caused...
MacGregor recommends seeing a dermatologist if you find it's extensive, if there are pus bumps, or if it's tender. There's also a variant of KP that is called inflammatory KP....
"Dr. Chapas recommends pairing QWO injections with a radiofrequency microneedling treatment like the Inmode Morpheus8, which heats the fat cells to eliminate them and prompt collagen production."
"Dr. Chapas explains that the way females store fat differs from males. 'We have fat in our thighs that’s stored in little columns, like an old mattress,' she says. “As...
"'A laser, which stimulates the healing process that builds new, healthy cells and collagen,' says Anne Chapas, M.D., a dermatologist in New York."
"My scars are mostly gone now, and in most lights even I struggle to locate them. When I went to visit Dr. Y. Claire Chang at Union Square Laser Dermatology this...
"Dr. Anne Chapas, Union Square Laser Dermatology board-certified dermatologist and medical director, assures us that she’s seeing a surge in patients who are visiting for acne breakouts lately, especially in the...
"I reached out to New York City-based dermatologist Dr. Robyn Gmyrek to understand what causes chest acne in the first place, and how to get rid of chest acne should...
"Dr. Anne Chapas is a Manhattan-based dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon who specializes in laser surgery, Mohs micrographic surgery for the treatment of skin cancers, and cosmetic procedures. She is internationally...
"'Most people start losing collagen in their 20s at an approximate rate of 1 percent per year,” says Jennifer MacGregor, M.D., a dermatologist in New York. That’s also when people start to notice...
"Dr. Jennifer Chwalek says, 'When we say "baldness," we're usually referring to male-pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia. The hair follicle is slowly, over time, becoming smaller and smaller, to the...
"Dr. Jennifer MacGregor, a leading researcher in dermatology, talks about what we can REALLY expect from these non-surgical procedures, and who the best candidates are. She also explains the various...
"Between freezing temperatures, biting winds and blasting heaters, winter weather can wreak havoc on our skin. But don't worry — we called on Rachael's dermatologist, Dr. Anne Chapas, to help...
"To get the lowdown on cheek fillers, I reached out to an actual expert, dermatologist Jennifer MacGregor, MD, from Union Square Laser Dermatology, to get all the tea. Ahead, everything...
"Dr. Jennifer MacGregor reminds us, 'Ulthera was approved in 2010. It has gotten much more effective over time with newer treatment protocols.' But remember to have realistic expectations. Non-invasive tightening...
"Sometimes, what you think is a pimple, acne or scar may turn out to be another inflammatory skin disorder or even skin cancer, Dr. Jennifer MacGregor notes."
"Here's everything you need to know about Yunyoung Claire Chang, M.D.: She’s knowledgeable as hell. Her bedside manner is impeccable, silky, and disarming. Her skin is smoother than the peel...
"I reached out to Dr. Claire Chang at Union Square Laser Dermatology who did my treatments, and we got to work on tackling your most burning questions."
"Sun exposure can result in premature aging of the skin, which can often reveal itself as brown pigmented spots that we lovingly refer to as age spots and sun spots....
"CoolSculpting with Dr. Claire Chang was amazing. It made me [like the way I looked] in a bikini and naked again. It has been more than a year since I...
"By 2027, the skin whitening industry is projected to be worth over $24 billion dollars. But it's a business fraught with potential hazards, cautions Dr. Claire Chang. 'Skin bleaching treatments...
"Claire Chang, MD, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and skincare expert at Union Square Laser Dermatology in NYC has dealt with acne since she was a teen. And while she still...
“'Botulinum toxin has been used increasingly frequently off label in Asia, for its muscle-slimming effects in multiple body areas,' explains Dr. Y. Claire Chang, a board-certified dermatologist in New York...
"At the end of the three sessions, my freckles were lighter than they’d ever been. Gone, basically. But what I couldn’t have predicted was the way I didn’t miss them...
"'They present as small 1–3 mm skin-colored or yellowish bumps,' says Dr. Y. Claire Chang, a New York–based cosmetic dermatologist. They often manifest as a cluster-like shape with a distinguishable...
"Union Square Laser Dermatology has a reputation for employing the latest medical technology from the newest lasers to devices and more. I’m very happy with my choice to go with...
"Dr. Chapas outlines additional rules of engagement when it comes to lasers: Avoid the sun in the weeks before and after treatment, wear sunblock religiously, and steer clear of active...
“People come in and say, ‘I look tired when I’m not’ or ‘I look old,’ ” said Dr. Anne Chapas, the founder of Union Square Laser Dermatology in New York....
“During the course of the day, whether you’re wearing makeup or not, your skin is going to be a magnet for pollution and debris and grime,” says Rhea Souhleris Grous, aesthetics...
In place of a brush, Rhea Souhleris Grous, Aesthetics Director at La Suite Spa at Union Square Laser Dermatology, recommends lactic acid. “[It’s] considered the sensitive-skin hero of the alpha hydroxy...
“Biopelle Stem Cell Eye Cream is a rich, nourishing night eye cream ideal for the fragile eye area,” says head aesthetician of La Suite Spa x Union Square Laser Dermatology, Rhea Souhleris Grous.
A trip to the derm’s office is the best bet. “We inject filler into the undereye area, and it can immediately correct that sunken look—patients walk out almost fully corrected...
“A series of the Clear & Brilliant improves fine lines and pigmentation, and patients can put their makeup on right after the procedure and go back to work,” says Dr....
For those in New York City, Y. Claire Chang, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist at Union Square Laser Dermatology, regularly performs it at her office using small microdroplets of botulinum toxins,...
I chatted with Y. Claire Chang, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist at Union Square Laser Dermatology about cherry lips for more context. She travels to Seoul frequently throughout the year to...
I went to see Dr. Jennifer Chwalek who recommended 3 sessions of Clear + Brilliant scheduled about a month a part. She's amazing and walked me through what to expect...
Early mentors and entrepreneurial family members inspired Anne Chapas, MD, to launch a research-based aesthetic practice.
Lasers like the Fraxel Restore Dual remain workhorses for ravaged skin, but new research is proving that these old tools are capable of new tricks. "They aren't just improving the...
Consumer surveys show increasing interest and demand for cosmetic procedures. Often topping the list are laser hair removal, treatments for wrinkles with energy-based devices and body contouring, according to New...
When I arrived for my treatment at Union Square Laser Dermatology, I was greeted by Dr. Yunyoung Claire Chang, who would be performing the treatment that day. Dr. Chang was...
New York dermatologist and clinical trial investigator, Anne Chapas, MD says she prefers using a cannula over a needle when injecting Restylane Lyft into certain areas of the face. "In...
“The wavelength of the Nd:YAG laser goes deeper into the skin than a diode,” says Robyn Gmyrek, MD. “So it more successfully bypasses the pigmentation present in the skin.” Because...
“Clear+Brilliant emits the same energy as alternative treatments, but in a smaller, more shallow dose, so there’s less recovery time,” says Anne Chapas, MD, the New York City dermatologist who...
Even if you care for your skin like a newborn infant, spots and red marks can linger for weeks or months. There are expert ways to fade scars fast—or prevent...
“People with mild to moderate perioral rhytids are the best candidates for treatment,” says Dr. Jennifer Chwalek. “Once the wrinkles become quite deep, it becomes harder to treat and may...
Post-inflammatory pigmentation will fade over time even with no treatment, says Dr. Jennifer MacGregor, but it can take months or even longer with pigmented scars. To ease the discoloration, she...
When Ashley Phillips was referred to dermatologist Jennifer MacGregor by her primary doctor, Phillips was skeptical. Board-certified in dermatology and fellowship-trained in laser, cosmetic, and dermatologic surgery, MacGregor is both...
Actinic keratosis most commonly develops on sun-exposed areas such as the face, scalp, ears, chest, arms, and upper back, says dermatologist Jennifer Chwalek, M.D., a skin rejuvenation laser expert at...
As Dr. Chapas explained, “Acne scars generally happen because of the inflammation in the acne lesion. It’s rare to occur in small, pore-clogging-type acne.” Most scars are either a discoloration,...
Dr. Chapas has been recognized as an ELLE Beauty Genius for body contouring (2014) as well as skin tightening & resurfacing (2011).
Read what causes dry skin, and more importantly, how to treat it. Dr. Anne Chapas shares her tips with Consumer Reports.
Thinking about lip injections? Dr. Idriss breaks down what you need to know.
Dr. Idriss talks to Vogue about freshening your skin for springtime with intense-pulsed light (IPL) treatments.
“Look for the Medically Proven technologies” –Dr. Anne Chapas For centuries, we’ve been going to extremes chasing the fountain of youth. Dr. Chapas discusses the latest treatment trends with Katie...
