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New Year, New You: 3 Ways to Rejuvenate Your Skin in 2026
The winter brings on various skin issues, including dryness, uneven skin tone, and sometimes a red, splotchy appearance. With the new year getting closer by the day, it's essential to know what your skincare routine will be in 2026.
Skin rejuvenation procedures are just one of the many treatments we offer to help you look and feel your best at Meridian Plastic Surgery. Dr. Lee K. Thornton provides nonsurgical and surgical options to help you manage skin concerns and feel good about showing off your skin in the new year.
What is skin rejuvenation?
Skin rejuvenation is a term we use to describe treatments that manage the signs of aging. It's a way to achieve a healthier and younger appearance by eliminating issues like wrinkles, dull skin, and sagging around your face and neck.
The goal of skin rejuvenation procedures is to provide patients with a stunningly healthy glow through minimally invasive treatments. They address problems to create a smoother texture, firmer appearance, and even skin tone.
These treatments also brighten your complexion, offering a confidence boost to take into the new year.
Three options for a healthy glow in 2026
There are many options for skin rejuvenation, but we help you pick the ones that best suit your goals and skin needs. We offer various options for a youthful glow, including these three great choices:
1. Chemical peels
Chemical peels are an excellent option for removing dead skin cells and creating a healthier, glowing appearance. The procedure involves applying an acidic solution that breaks down dead skin, causing it to peel.
The controlled injury ramps up the body's healing process, causing the dead skin to peel and the new skin to grow smoother and blemish-free.
There are three main types of peels: light, medium, and deep. Each type of peel addresses different concerns and skin layers. Downtime is minimal for a light peel, while a deep peel requires several weeks of recovery.
The result is a smoother complexion with fewer blemishes, reduced age or sunspots, and an even tone and texture.
2. Microneedling
Microneedling is another skin rejuvenation procedure that utilizes a wand with many tiny needles that create micropunctures in the skin. The micropunctures cause a minor injury, triggering your body's healing process.
After treatment, your body begins producing more collagen and elastin to fill the tiny holes, which are necessary for fuller, firmer skin. The microtrauma also increases blood flow and the delivery of essential growth factors to your skin, improving texture and tone.
The microneedling procedure also allows us to apply topical serums or PRP into your skin to penetrate more deeply and achieve better results. It's a minimally invasive option with little downtime to consider in 2026.
3. Halo™ skin rejuvenation
The Halo system is an excellent option for completely rejuvenating your skin in the new year. It's a popular option and offers unrivaled results. The Halo system uses a fractional laser with ablative and nonablative properties to take years off of your appearance.
In a 30-minute session, we effectively remove years of sun damage from your skin. The Halo laser removes problems like fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin tone with minimal downtime.
What else can I do for healthy skin?
Taking care of your skin after skin rejuvenation treatments is also important for a healthy glow in 2026. You should always wear sunscreen to protect against harmful UV rays and maintain a home skincare routine tailored to your needs.
Prioritize moisturizing your skin over the dry winter months and avoid smoking and other harmful habits. Hydrate regularly with water and exfoliate, cleanse, and tone your skin with reputable products.
To learn more about our skin rejuvenation procedures and products, call our office in Meridian, Mississippi, today.
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