Queen City Skin
Welcome to Queen City Skin, the podcast where skincare meets science. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, Founder of Charlotte Skin & Laser; and Dr. Emily O. McLean, a physician at Charlotte Skin & Laser. We're here to cut through the noise — from social media myths to marketing hype — and bring you clear, evidence-based advice on caring for your skin at every stage of life.
Queen City Skin
17. All About Lasers | Demystifying Devices for Glow, Scars & More
Lasers aren’t magic wands, but in the right hands, they can transform skin. In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Rostan teams up with Alexxa Forte, cosmetic consultant at Charlotte Skin & Laser, to break down the often confusing world of lasers and energy-based devices. From redness, brown spots, and scars to overall rejuvenation, they explain how different wavelengths and technologies are chosen, what downtime really looks like, and why results come from personalized plans, not one-off treatments.
Alexxa Forte, cosmetic consultant at Charlotte Skin & Laser, brings years of experience helping patients navigate treatment options and personalize their laser and skincare plans. She bridges the science of dermatology with the everyday concerns of patients, making treatments feel approachable and results attainable.
Some key takeaways from this episode include:
- Every laser has a purpose. The wavelength, pulse duration, and cooling system decide whether a device tackles redness, brown spots, scars, or texture. Matching the right device to your skin is both science and artistry, and that’s where the best results happen.
- Downtime looks different for everyone. Ablative lasers dive deeper and need more recovery, while non-ablative options are gentler with little to no downtime. Both have a place, depending on your goals.
- Beautiful results build over time. Lasers aren’t magic zaps - they’re renewal tools. Most patients see the best improvements after a series of three treatments, followed by simple maintenance to keep skin healthy and glowing.
Welcome to Queen City Skin, the podcast where skincare meets science. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, Founder of Charlotte Skin & Laser; and Dr. Emily O. McLean, a physician at Charlotte Skin & Laser. We're here to cut through the noise — from social media myths to marketing hype — and bring you clear, evidence-based advice on caring for your skin at every stage of life.
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Welcome to Queen City Skin, the podcast where skincare meets science. Hosted by board-certified dermatologists Dr. Elizabeth Rostan, Founder of Charlotte Skin & Laser; and Dr. Emily O. McLean, a physician at Charlotte Skin & Laser. We're here to cut through the noise — from social media myths to marketing hype — and bring you clear, evidence-based advice on caring for your skin at every stage of life.
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