Skin Wellness Center

Skin reflects the health of your body. It stretches, it sags, it scars. But it also acts as a barrier against injury and bacteria. For centuries the human race has strived to find ways to protect against the elements that affect it.

Today, doctors dedicate their profession to just that task, including a newly opened Skin Wellness Center location in Homewood.

Founded in 2009 by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Corey Hartman, the practice was originally located on Central Avenue. But with recent growth to his practice, Hartman has moved his state-of-the-art equipment and medically proven skin-care techniques to a bigger, brighter location just behind Alabama Outdoors on Huntington Road.

“A big part of what we do is to focus on the patient experience,” office manager Christina Roberts Brown said. “Our bright atmosphere sets a tone for the services we offer.”

The aesthetically pleasing design of the building welcomes patients who might be dealing with conditions such as acne, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea or skin cancer.

“We rely on the highest level of compassionate professionalism and a smooth transition from waiting time to seeing the doctor,” Brown said. “We understand that people’s health and emotional wellbeing depend on a smooth running facility.”

In addition to the personal touches, services offered provide the latest skin rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments available. These include neuromodulators (Botox), dermal fillers, resurfacing treatments, laser therapy, top quality skin care products and laser hair removal.

Hartman’s background in psychology and internal medicine provides a wealth of insight into the needs of his dermatology patients.

“It takes a lot of years of school and training to reach the level of expertise Hartman has attained [as a board-certified dermatologist,” Brown said.

That means Hartman offers Homewood a service for improving personal appearances as well as disease prevention and therapy that is second to none. And while the staff at Skin Wellness Center would love to see all residents come through their doors, people can do some very basic things to cut down on the number of visits.

“Prevention is the key,” Brown said. “Just washing the daily dirt off of your face every morning and evening gets rid of a lot of disease and bacteria.”

Hartman and his staff recommend using sun block regularly, washing with the best skin cleansing products available and ensuring you get regular skin care exams.