Could this product be used by a lay person or RN? Are there any instructions as to what to look for in the dermascope?
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This item is just medical equipment. It is assumed that the user is trained in the detection of melanotic and non-pigmented skin lesions. There are several very good books on dermoscopy available, and courses run by professional organisations (such as dermatology Colleges) or universities.
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You really need some instruction on what is normal vs. Abnormal findings. I would not recommend for lay persons, but a RN with some training could use this well
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it could be used, but it makes no sense. There exist many books on dermatoskopy and it needs a lot of experience
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Dematoscopy is designed specifically for screening and assessing the necessity to biopsy a Nevus, making or excluding the diagnosis of melanoma. I find it clinically very useful to diagnose bcc/ melanoma/ seb keratosis. It takes a person years to get confidence to use this equipment to make a diagnosis without biopsy, 5 years in my case as a skin cancer doctor with qualification of diploma in dermatology. It might be useful for a RN who works in dermatology clinic or aesthetic clinic. There is no instruction when u buy the device but there are a few books around to learn. It will be too expensive to buy for a lay person, although it might be useful to look for a rose thorn prick.
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Anybody can use it, of course, but there is a learning curve. Typical classic lesions are straight forward, but there are many difficult cases, and many opportunities to make a serious mistake. Look at one of the atlases of dermoscopy (e.g. Soyer et al.) and they will show examples of difficult cases.
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Dematoscopy is designed specifically for screening and assessing the necessity to biopsy a Nevus, making or excluding the diagnosis of melanoma. I find it clinically very useful to diagnose bcc/ melanoma/ seb keratosis. It takes a person years to get confidence to use this equipment to make a diagnosis without biopsy, 5 years in my case as a skin cancer doctor with qualification of diploma in dermatology. It might be useful for a RN who works in dermatology clinic or aesthetic clinic. There is no instruction when u buy the device but there are a few books around to learn. It will be too expensive to buy for a lay person, although it might be useful to look for a rose thorn prick. Dematoscopy is designed specifically for screening and assessing the necessity to biopsy a Nevus, making or excluding the diagnosis of melanoma. I find it clinically very useful to diagnose bcc/ melanoma/ seb keratosis. It takes a person years to get confidence to use this equipment to make a diagnosis without biopsy, 5 years in my case as a skin cancer doctor with qualification of diploma in dermatology. It might be useful for a RN who works in dermatology clinic or aesthetic clinic. There is no instruction when u buy the device but there are a few books around to learn. It will be too... » Read More Dematoscopy is designed specifically for screening and assessing the necessity to biopsy a Nevus, making or excluding the diagnosis of melanoma. I find it clinically very useful to diagnose bcc/ melanoma/ seb keratosis. It takes a person years to get confidence to use this equipment to make a diagnosis without biopsy, 5 years in my case as a skin cancer doctor with qualification of diploma in dermatology. It might be useful for a RN who works in dermatology clinic or aesthetic clinic. There is no instruction when u buy the device but there are a few books around to learn. It will be too expensive to buy for a lay person, although it might be useful to look for a rose thorn prick. « Show Less
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I had menopause that made it difficult for me to function! My regular obgyn knew of these kinds of products but not enough to feel comfortable prescribing. So, I found an excellent doctor who is an MD but also a PhD who did all of the test. Initially Dr Blackmun gave me bio-identical prescription cremes that I had filled at a special pharmacy. These initial formulas were much stronger than these over the counter products. But after about a year, I "graduated" to these over the counter products and they work for me. BUT, I would really want to know my hormone levels before using products. these are very powerful and do work! Good luck!! I had menopause that made it difficult for me to function! My regular obgyn knew of these kinds of products but not enough to feel comfortable prescribing. So, I found an excellent doctor who is an MD but also a PhD who did all of the test. Initially Dr Blackmun gave me bio-identical prescription cremes that I had filled at a special pharmacy. These initial formulas were much stronger than these over the counter products. But after about a year, I "graduated" to these over the counter products and they work for me. BUT, I would really want to know my hormone levels before using... » Read More I had menopause that made it difficult for me to function! My regular obgyn knew of these kinds of products but not enough to feel comfortable prescribing. So, I found an excellent doctor who is an MD but also a PhD who did all of the test. Initially Dr Blackmun gave me bio-identical prescription cremes that I had filled at a special pharmacy. These initial formulas were much stronger than these over the counter products. But after about a year, I "graduated" to these over the counter products and they work for me. BUT, I would really want to know my hormone levels before using products. these are very powerful and do work! Good luck!! « Show Less
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This is a good one. Also like MT brand. I don't buy the cheap ones, like below $20 simply b/c I don't want to take a chance on problems. How I clean mine: soak your roller w a denture tablet after use, in a plastic cup so you don't damage the needles;let air dry a couple days; cover it when completely dry, then 30 min in 70% alcohol before you use it the next time. Follow their directions for cleaning, but this is how I do it based on research on derma rollers. I derma roll regularly and it makes a difference, skin texture is finer, pores get smaller, acne pits smoothing out, crepe texture less, my skin is getting thicker. It is very slow, but hey in a year, if I didn't do something my skin would look a year older. This way, it is getting better. Good luck to you! BTW 1mm is a good safe length, follow directions. It shouldn't hurt, shouldn't bleed. It feels prickly. If it hurts or bleeds, you are pressing too hard. If your skin doesn't get red, you aren't pressing hard enough. Be careful around your eyes. I test to see if I am indeed breaking the skin by dabbing a little alcohol on a spot. If it stings you are doing it right. Do at night so redness will be gone by the time you get up. Also the little micro holes you are making are perfect for putting on collagen inducing products like vitamin C and something with retinol. I only use 2 products, and they make a huge difference. Your skin will soak up the C fast, straight to the dermis, which is where collagen is produced. Collagen means tightening. After 15 months of rolling you'll have a whole new network of collagen under your face!!! and we know what that's gonna do lol!! tighten up all those sags & lines!!! :)))) Don't roll over fever blisters (you'll spread them) and don't roll over moles, etc.
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It could be helpful, but if you have firming creams and such, you may use them with the Dermawand, I do.
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I would put a little bit on a Q-tip and put it on a spot that no one sees, and test it that way. I was hoping that this product would lighten my age spots, but all it did was lighten the surrounding area. Give it a try, I am sure it works different on each individual.
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Hello Justine, we are currently putting the finishing touches on our instructional videos for use of the Melanoroller, at home peels, and also our other skincare products. The box of the roller also has some comprehensive instructions. Our products have been available to dermatologists for the last year, with considerable clinical research, so we are doing our best to make you comfortable that you can safely use our products at home. So far, the response to our products and the rollers have been over-whelming, even if we are brand new to the public. We've even had some of our celebrity clients give us some great feedback - https://twitter.com/CynthiaBailey10/status/451828382876323840 Also, you can see more on our roller on our brand new Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Melanopeel-Skin-Clarity-System/485029341626808 So, please bear with us while we get our full website up and running next week. Thank you!
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I use it the same way I was told to use my prescription RetinA, as told by my dermatologist: use a pea-sized amount for the whole face, perhaps a bit more for neck and chest. As others have stated, a little really does go a long way.
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Good question, and one that I would like to know the answer to as well. I doubt, however, that most customers would know about that topic. You may want to consult a dermatologist. Let us know what you find out.
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I would use a medical grade like this one. Size depends on what you are using it for, as I understand it. I am using 1.5 on my face and I don't find it too painful, in fact less so as time goes by. I don't use it more than once/week and I apply HLA serum first. It is very slow but is just beginning to have some effects after two months of weekly use.
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I am a master's level nurse and I say definitively NO !Besides the smell is really quite dreadful !Even if you tried to use this at bed-time so others are not bothered by the smell -I don't see how you could sleep with that smell so close to your nose .Also when used for the intended purpose it almost functions like a distraction because it burns !The skin near the eyes is very delicate - much too delicate for something this strong .If you insist on trying , only buy one tube .You would be better off asking a dermatologist for a product to use .Then in addition to being safe you would have a possible tax deduction for the visit and also for whatever the doctor recommends RX wise . I am a master's level nurse and I say definitively NO !Besides the smell is really quite dreadful !Even if you tried to use this at bed-time so others are not bothered by the smell -I don't see how you could sleep with that smell so close to your nose .Also when used for the intended purpose it almost functions like a distraction because it burns !The skin near the eyes is very delicate - much too delicate for something this strong .If you insist on trying , only buy one tube .You would be better off asking a dermatologist for a product to use .Then... » Read More I am a master's level nurse and I say definitively NO !Besides the smell is really quite dreadful !Even if you tried to use this at bed-time so others are not bothered by the smell -I don't see how you could sleep with that smell so close to your nose .Also when used for the intended purpose it almost functions like a distraction because it burns !The skin near the eyes is very delicate - much too delicate for something this strong .If you insist on trying , only buy one tube .You would be better off asking a dermatologist for a product to use .Then in addition to being safe you would have a possible tax deduction for the visit and also for whatever the doctor recommends RX wise . « Show Less
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Hi there! I really don't know but I really don't see why not. Honestly I tried only once as I have been traveling a lot. I panicked the first night I used it because my face looked full of black heads. The skin felt beautiful and moist the next day but I really can't give a 100% fair review just yet. Good luck
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This is a wonderful product if you have dry skin. It is best if you use the whole line of products. They are numbered for your easy use. It is always best if you see a professional for the correct products you need. I go to a plastic surgeons office for my skin care and analysis. I am 61 and don't plan on having surgery. By using all the Obagi products as prescribed I feel I will not need one. Good luck!!
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NO! They replaced the product from a store. You can only buy the Prevage MD from a Dermatologist.I was ripped off. Don't waste your money and time on this offer!!!!
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My guess is NOT to use it on a person. Probably best yo avoid uv light exposure.
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I was recommended this product through my dermatologist, so you may want to check what would be the best for your skin type. It works well for me!
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There is copious amount of information on the product page. Clean your face or any area of your body that could use some help excluding the obvious areas. Dab it on at night when you go to bed or whenever you have some down time. Clean the area and dab it on. There is more information than I can give you on the product page...I suggest you read it.
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I WISH! I ended up going to another line Olay microderm abraision , with a new brand I never heard about before "Murad" at Sephoria. They make some for dark spots and some for wrinkles. I bought both. In two weeks, in has made a wonderful improvement and I have even tried to keep track of comments, but had to lost count. This product is just a moisturizer to me