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Page 4 of 4 Ptosis: The drooping of a body part, especially the eyelids or the breasts. Retinol: A derivative of Vitamin A commonly found in many skin care creams. Rhinoplasty: A cosmetic procedure used to enhance or change the appearance of the nose. Rhinoplasty is commonly referred to as a nose job. Rhytidectomy: Commonly called a facelift, this surgical procedure is done to eliminate the sagging, drooping, and wrinkled skin of the face and neck. Rosacea: A skin disease of unknown causes that causes an array of symptoms, including redness and puffiness on several areas of the face, including the cheeks and nose. Rosacea cannot be cured, but treatment should be sought since the condition can worsen over time if not treated correctly or promptly. Salicylic acid: See "beta hydroxy acid" Sallowness: A term used to describe a yellowish color of the skin. Sebaceous glands: The glands of the skin that emit oil. Septoplasty: A surgical procedure done to improve the flow of air to your nose by repairing malformed cartilage and/or the bony portion. The procedure is often performed along with a rhinoplasty. Sclerotherapy: A medical procedure used to eliminate varicose veins and "spider veins." During the procedure, an injection of a solution (generally sodium chloride) in placed directly into the vein. Spider vein: A widened vein that can be seen through the surface of the skin. Stratum corneum: The outer most layer of the epidermis Subcutaneous: A term referring to below the skin Sun protection factor: Commonly seen on suntan ingredients as "SPF," the sun protection factor is the amount of the protection a suntan product provides. The higher the SPF, the greater the protection. Suture: The stitches used to hold tissue together or to close a wound. Tretinoin: A prescription drug related to vitamin A used to treat acne and other skin disorders. Varicose vein: Enlarged, twisted veins found near the surface of the skin. Vitiligo: A condition in which smooth white patches appear on the skin due to a loss of pigment producing cells. Winter itch: A condition in which the skin becomes irritated due to a loss of moisture. Winter itch is common in the winter when the air is drier, thus its name. Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic, Department of Plastic Surgery. VitaDocs Medical Reference provided in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic
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