Accutane is a prescription oral medication used to treat severe acne. The drug is a form of vitamin A, which reduces the amount of oil released by the skin. While Accutane has delivered amazing results for some, it's also been linked to an increased risk of depression and may cause severe, life-threatening birth defects. The manufacturer no longer produces Accutane, though generic versions of the drug still exist. Outside the U.S. it is marketed as Roaccutane.

Acne surgery is done by a dermatologist and usually involves drainage and extraction. It's not a substitute for acne medication, but it can reduce the chance of scarring.

ActiveFX, also called MaxFX, is fractional laser technology used to treat signs of aging, loose skin, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars. It can be used on the face, neck, chest, and hands.

Age spots are patches of hyperpigmented skin. They can be treated in a number of different ways: laser resurfacing, chemical peel, dermabrasion, and more.

An FDA-approved hyaluronic acid-based injectable filler, Belotero temporarily adds volume to the face and smooths skin, much like Restylane and Juvederm.

Birthmarks are either vascular (the result of abnormal blood vessels) or pigmented (the result of pigmentation inconsistencies). The treatment for both types typically includes either laser resurfacing or light therapy.

Chemical peels remove old skin so that new layers can grow in their place. This controlled removal ranges in strength, from superficial peels that use mild acids to deep peels that penetrate several layers of skin. Depending the type of peel you get, you might have a reaction similar to a sunburn, which may involve scaling, swelling, and blisters. This may last anywhere from three to 14 days, after which time your skin should be smoother, brighter, and softer

The CO2 laser is a carbon dioxide laser used in skin resurfacing. Its effects are similar to those of chemical peels and dermabrasion, except it removes skin layers by vaporization rather than with chemicals or a sanding device

Cosmelan is a chemical peel commonly used to treat facial pigmentation issues like melasma (pregnancy mask) by inhibiting tyrosinase, an enzyme in the melanin formation process.

With its needle-studded front, the Dermal Roller may look scary but it’s proven helpful in the treatment of shallow scars and facial lines. By creating tiny punctures on the skin’s top layer, this micro-needling stimulates collagen and elastin creation, which helps rejuvenate the skin

Electrolysis is a hair removal technique that uses electricity to damage the hair follicle. Though it works on all skin and hair types, it is often more painful and more expensive than laser hair removal.

Embrace Active Scar Defense is a system used for scar management, including an applicator and silicone dressing. Embrace draws together both sides of the closed incision, helping to relieve the tension that is the primary cause of scarring. Embrace is intended to be used on scars that have formed during the past six months. Typical treatment time is 8 weeks. For older scars, Embrace recommends their Minimize system.

A revision facelift (sometimes called a secondary facelift) is performed to correct complications from a previous facelift, or problems that have developed due to aging and sun damage since the original procedure. The most common reasons people request a revision facelift include sagging neck, hollow eyes, flat cheeks, low eyebrows, and distorted earlobes.

The Fractora treatment uses radiofrequency to treat sagging skin, improve definition, and reduce the appearance of scars or discolored skin tone. A handheld device with small pins creates tiny punctures in the skin, sending heat below the surface to promote collagen production. It’s most commonly used on the face and neck, but body treatments can also include arms, abdomen, thighs, and other areas that could benefit from tissue contraction. Some swelling and redness will occur and may take up to a week to fully subside.

GentleLASE is a form of laser hair removal that is intended to permanently remove hair, regardless of follicle depth.

This herbal take on the chemical peel contains natural plant ingredients meant to treat fine lines, areas of dryness, uneven pigmentation, and acne. Its manufacturer promises "a new skin in just 5 days.

Hyaluronidase is an injectable enzyme solution that speeds the natural breakdown of hyaluronic acid. It is used to counteract the effects of hyaluronic acid-based fillers like Juvederm or Restylane—for those whose original dermal filler treatments did not turn out as they had envisioned

Infini RF is a minimally invasive treatment to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scarring, and sagging skin. A handheld device with microneedles is pressed against the skin, sending radiofrequency energy to multiple layers below the surface. The combination of microneedling and RF energy stimulates the body's natural collagen and healing processes, without the downtime of more invasive procedures.

The JeNu Ultrasonic Infusion System is at-home device used to increase the absorption and effectiveness of skincare products such as wrinkle cream and lip serum. Previously, the system could only be used with JeNu brand products, but you can now use the handheld wand with any of your favorite brands to make them work overtime.

Laser Genesis is a YAG laser treatment that's intended to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, reduce acne scars, and diminish pore size.

Laser resurfacing uses an intense light beam to treat several skin issues, from acne scars to age spots. There are two categories of lasers: Ablative, which removes thin layers of skin and is more invasive, and nonablative, less invasive lasers that tighten skin and stimulate collagen

Lasers can be used for several cosmetic procedures, including skin resurfacing, teeth whitening, liposuction, and vision correction. Lasers come in two forms: Ablative, which remove the top layer of skin, and non-ablative, which are less invasive and use heat to stimulate cells to improve underlying collagen.

Lifestyle Lift was a branded version of a mini lift, which aimed to tighten skin and address facial wrinkles and fat. Unlike a traditional facelift, it was performed under local anesthesia and usually took less than an hour, earning itself the nickname "The Lunchtime Lift." In March 2015, the company shuttered the majority of its operations.

The Lux1540 is a fractional laser resurfacing treatment used to treat wrinkles, acne scarring and other skin imperfections. It's a Fraxel competitor that has been reported to be less expensive.

Melanotan injections are an alternative to tanning without the sun damage, but like any injectable there are side effects to this sunless bronzer.