Zinsser Plastic Surgery

Dr. John Zinsser

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

1501 Maple Avenue - Suite 101 B | Richmond, VA 23226 | Phone: (804) 474-9805 | Fax: (804) 474-9810

Dr Zinsser MD Address The American Society of Plastic Surgeons Fellow of the American College of Surgeons Click here for a complimentary consultation

Office Hours

Monday 8:30 – 5:00
Tuesday 8:30 – 5:00
Wednesday 8:00 – 5:00
Thursday 8:30 – 5:00
Friday 8:30 – 4:00

Skin Care

Zinsser Plastic Surgery, P.C. is pleased to provide alternative skin rejuvenation treatments without surgery. We offer many non-invasive services through our trained and licensed aesthetician.

Zinsser Plastic Surgery provide many non-surgical solutions including:

Microdermabrasion

Mildly abrasive, microdermabrasion removes the outer layer of dull, dead skin revealing the smoother, clearer skin underneath. Safe and effective for all skin types and tones, microdermabrasion helps to improve the texture of the skin as well as help some forms of acne, oily skin, blackheads and whiteheads. Diamond wands softly exfoliate the skin and the remainder of the treatment includes serums and masks to improve your skin’s tone and texture.

Dermaplaning

This procedure is used to exfoliate the skin, the instrument used resembles a “butter knife”. This treatment can very effectively exfoliate dead skin cells and can also intensify your results prior to a chemical peel. The added benefit: removes unwanted facial hair without the pain and irritation of facial waxing or depilatories.

Medical Grade Facials

Our Aesthetician will customize a facial for your skin type, and have you looking and feeling your best.

Lash and Brow Tinting

Great for light colored brows and lashes. We use a safe and effective vegetable based tint.

Waxing

We offer facial, bikini, Brazilian and underarm waxing.

Chemical Peels

There are many different types of acids used when performing a chemical peel. Not every chemical peel will make your skin peel. All chemical peels will improve the texture of your skin, even out skin tone (color) and help to improve the appearance of wrinkles. Some peels will also improve current acne lesions as well as improving scars from acne. All peels work best when performed in a series of treatments, consistency is key! Please be advised to discontinue the use of any topical skin medications five days prior to having a peel. We offer the following peels:

Pigment Balancing Masque

This is an exciting new peel/mask that can help to improve pigmented skin which will also tighten and firm your skin's texture!  It combines high-performance brightening and anti-inflammatory agents with a peeling solution to accelerate cell renewal, soften skin and diminish uneven skin tone. Best results are seen after a series of 4-6 treatments.  Excellent for patients with Melasma, age spots, acne related discolorations and hyperpigmentation.

Vitalize Peel®

This peel is safe for all skin types. Great for anyone who wants to improve their past sun-damaged skin. Patients with acne, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring or general poor skin quality will see the most benefit with this peel. You will experience a few days of light peeling.

Rejuvenize Peel™

This is a step up from the Vitalize Peel,  the same acids are used in a higher formulation. 

Illuminize Peel™

This peel is excellent for the patient that has never experienced a chemical peel. Also great for Rosacea, sensitive skin or for anyone who desires more luminous looking skin. Gives the results of great hydration and mild exfoliation without peeling.

 

Glycolic/Latic Peels with Dermaplaning

This peel combines a chemical peeling agent with Dermaplaning. The Dermaplaning removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells as well as the hair on the face; the peeling agent is then applied. The double exfoliating action of this peel makes your skin feel like silk!

TCA 30% (Trichloroacetic acid)

The best peel for extreme sun damage, wrinkles, Melasma and scars. This peel dissolves the first few layers of skin to reveal the new skin underneath. You will experience about a week of heavy peeling.

Laser Treatments

We offer laser treatments with the CYNOSURE ELITE™ laser device available in two wavelengths 755 and 1064. We use this device to treat Pigmented Lesions, facial and/or leg veins unwanted hair, as well as LaserFacial (Skin Tighting).

Laser Hair Removal

The Cynosure device emits a laser light to a group of hair follicles with enough energy to destroy the root, but not enough power to harm the surrounding skin. This process is called selective photothermolysis. It is selective because it targets only the hair and not the skin. “Photo” means light and “thermolysis” means destroying with heat. The surrounding skin is cooled simultaneously with a cooling device. Most patients need at least six or more treatments for significant hair reduction. Our laser is safe on all skin types.

Vein Removal

The 1064 wavelength is a direct beam of light that is attracted to the Hemoglobin in the vessel. The vein coagulates and is then slowly absorbed by the body and diminishes over a few weeks time period. Results can sometimes be seen immediately or within three to four weeks. Some patients need to have several treatments depending on the amount of vessels in a particular area. The treatments need to be scheduled 4-6 weeks apart.

Laser Skin Rejuvenation

LaserFacial is a non-ablative procedure that can reduce visible facial vessels, diffuse redness, scars, Rosacea, sun damage and large pores. It has been FDA approved to reduce wrinkles by gently warming the upper dermis, improving the appearance of your skin. The result is a more healthy looking skin tone and texture as well a more vibrant looking appearance. The LaserFacial procedure utilizes laser technology that can safely, discretely and effectively treat small targets. Unlike many other treatment methods, LaserFacial is a comfortable, non-ablative form of skin therapy. This means you will be able to see subtle yet consistent results after each treatment, without unwanted side effects such as bruising or excessive skin irritation. Your therapy can be performed in a relaxed, comfortable manner without the use of any anesthesia or numbing agent.

Pigmented Lesions

The 755 Alexandrite laser wavelength works on removing or lighting pigmented skin lesions, or “age spots”, most of these discolorations are caused from prolonged sun exposure. The laser light is designed for its properties that selectively target dark concentrations of melanin (pigment). The lesion treated will turn a darker color for a few days post treatment, then will fade and flake off over a couple of weeks.

Skin Care Products

NIA 24

Gentle Cleansing Cream

Rich and replenishing, this cream cleanser removes surface impurities and makeup. Infused with moisture that binds the skin. Ideal for dry or more sensitive skin.

Skin Strengthening Complex

Neither heavy nor too light, this fortified cream visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by enhancing the skin’s barrier function, accelerating repair and delivering continual moisturization.

Intense Recovery Complex

This rich cream delivers intensive moisturization and helps to activate skin’s own regenerative powers. Skin looks fuller and firmer by locking in multi-level moisture, while minimizing transepidermal water loss.

Sun Damage Repair

This nutrient-rich cream delivers intense moisture while it improves the appearance of photo-damage on the décolletage, shoulders and hands. Age spots and discolorations visibly diminish with a proven brightening complex.

Sun Damage Prevention

Physician recommended duo-action sun damage prevention and 100% mineral sunscreen in a weightless, oil-free lotion that absorbs instantly for complete protection.

Latisse™

Latisse™ solution is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker. Eyelash hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.

KINERASE®

Kinerase® C8 Peptide with Kinetin & Zeatin

Kinerase® C8 Peptide with Kinetin & Zeatin visibly improves the appearance of wrinkles. The key ingredient of the C8 Peptide is the newest neuropeptide, SNAP-8, and the lastest Vitcmin C formulation, providing advanced synergistic technology to reduce the appearance of wrinkles on the face and visible signs of skin aging for younger looking skin in 28 days.

Kinerase® Pro+Therapy Cream & Lotion

Kinerase® Pro+Therapy Cream & Lotion improve your skin tone and the appearance of aging and sun damage. Use daily to help skin retain more moisture and improve the look of freckles and blotchiness. Also improves the skin’s ability to maintain up to 26% more moisture by improving barrier function to decrease transepidermal water loss.

Kinerase® Pro+Therapy Ultra Rich Day Repair

Kinerase® Pro+Therapy Ultra Rich Day Repair is Kinerase’s richest day cream, formulated for dry, mature, or environmentally damaged skin. Ultra Rich Day Repair helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as the more severe signs of aging with little to no irritation.

Kinerase® Pro + Therapy Ultra Rich Night Repair

Kinerase® Pro + Therapy Ultra Rich Night Repair delivers 8 hours of moisture and nutrients to the skin. It contains a proprietary blend of plant-based extracts that helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as texture, tone and blotchiness in sun damaged skin.

La Roche Posay

Thermal Spring Water

100% pure natural spring water. Indications: Intolerant skin, Eczema (atopic dermatitis), Rosacea and all skin types. Anti-inflammatory care following: Chemical peels, Laser resurfacing, Microdermabrasion, Environmental exposure (sun, wind, etc.). Benefits: Refreshes, soothes and tones on contact, provides antioxidant protection, Gentle, fine mist, contains no additives and perfect for use during work, travel and play. (Sensitive Skin Toner)

Anthelios SX

Daily moisturizing cream with sunscreen. The moisturizer with the highest protection against UVA rays, the #1 cause of skin aging. Anthelios SX contains Mexoryl SX (Ecamsule). Daily use moisturizer with UVA/UVB protection, 24 hour long-lasting hydration. Fragrance-free, PABA –free, light, non-greasy. Suitable for sensitive skin. (Daily Moisturizer/Sun Protection)

Effaclar Toner Astringent Lotion

Contains LHA and salicylic acid. The first daily acne astringent lotion with LHA micro-exfoliation. Indicated for oily, acne-prone skin and/or active acne skin. (Toner)

Effaclar K

Acne treatment fluid. Indications: adult comedonal acne, oily/acne-prone skin. Key ingredient: LHA (lipo-hydroxy acid), function: micro-exfoliator, Salicylic acid, functions: BHA, acne treatment. Benefits: reduces blackheads, controls breakouts, improves skin texture, reduces dryness associated with benzoyl peroxide, LHA and salicylic acid is more effective than salicylic acid alone. (Moisturizer/Corrector)

Toleriane- Purifying Foaming Cream

Great cleanser for patients with Eczema, Rosacea, sensitivity also for combination skin types.

Lipikar Surgras Cleansing Bar

Indicated for moderate to severe dry skin, itchy skin and atopic dermatitis.

Toleriane Gentle Cleansing Bar

Fragrance free bar for sensitive skin.

Toleriane Corps

Body lotion for Eczema and dry or sensitive skin.Fragrance and preserative free.

Rosaliac

Skin perfecting anti-redness moisturizer.  Great for thin, reactive skin, redness and Rosacea.  Fragrance- free, light green tint to minimizes redness in skin.

Hydraphase UV SPF 30

Perfect for the patient with dry, sensitive skin that needs hydration and an spf.  Photostable UVA/UVB protection, light non oily texture.

*Biomedic Conditioning Solution

AHA/BHA exfoliating toner. Indications: combination to oily skin, acneic skin, prematurely aged skin, hyperpigmented skin, and rough skin texture, pre-procedure. Key ingredient: Salicylic acid, function: BHA, exfoliator, Glycolic acid, function: AHA, exfoliator, Eucalyptus oil, function: skin freshener, natural decongestant. Benefits: exfoliates – promotes healthy cell renewal, enhances skin clarity, improves absorption of products and medications, excellent prep for cosmetic procedures. (Toner)

Anthelios SX

Daily moisturizing cream with sunscreen. The moisturizer with the highest protection against UVA rays, the #1 cause of skin aging. Anthelios SX contains Mexoryl SX (Ecamsule). Daily use moisturizer UVA/UVB protection. 24 hour long-lasting hydration. Fragrance-free, PABA –free, light, non-greasy. Suitable for sensitive skin. (Daily Moisturizer/Sun Protection)

Anthelios 15

Water Resistant cream that provides complete broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection for active use. Effective UVA and UVB protection for active use, Non-comedogenic, water and sweat resistant, fragrance-free, PABA-free, non-whitening formula, Dermatologist-tested, allergy-tested, suitable for sensitive skin. Contains Mexoryl SX 3% (the most effective organic sun filter designed to protect against harmful short UVA rays (320-340 nm)), Avobenzone 2% (protects skin against long UVA rays (340-400 nm)), Octocrylene 10% (protects skin against UVB rays (290-320 nm)).

*Biomedic Retinol Cream

Rapidly minimizes signs of aging. Indications: environmentally damaged skin, fine lines, surface wrinkles. Key Ingredient: Retinol, function: Vitamin A, antioxidant. Benefits: increases cell turnover, significantly reduces fine lines, visible results, no irritation, available in 3 different strengths (0.15%, 0.3%, 0.6%). Strengths: 15 (0.15% retinol) for patients who burn in the sun or have sensitive skin. 30 (.3% retinol) for patients who burn in the sun and then tan. 60 (.6% retinol) for patients who tan in the sun and rarely burn. (Corrector/Night Time)

Redermic Eyes

Daily fill-in anti-wrinkle firming care. The first anti-wrinkle firming technology stemming from skin-healing research, 40% decrease in wrinkles, 33% increase in firmness and 94% increase in hydration. Key ingredients: 95% Madecassoside, fills in wrinkles and increases fiber synthesis (collagens I and III), 5% L-ascorbic acid, proven anti-aging ingredient to rebuild skin structure (collagens IV and VII), .02% Hyaluronic acid, restores optimal hydration and immediately smoothes surface micro-grooves. Fragrance free, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic. (Corrector/Hydrator/Moisturizer)

Hydraphase UV

24-hour intense rehydration with SPF 30. For Dehydrated skin, dry skin lacking elasticity and for sensitive skin. Targeted 24 hour hydration, photo-stable UVA/UVB broad-spectrum protection, allergy-tested, suitable for sensitive skin, light, non-oily texture. Contains Glycerin, Thermal Spring Water, Avobenxone + Octocrylene. (Moisturizer + UV Protection)

SKIN MEDICA

TNS Essential Serum

This unparalleled anti-aging serum is the first to combine the renowned growth factor serum, TNS Recovery Complex in one chamber and APS Corrective Complex™, a potent mixture of products work synergistically to transform and regenerate your skin for a more youthful appearance.

TNS Recovery Complex

TNS Recovery Complex, containing the key ingredient NouriCel-MD®®, rejuvenates sun damaged and aging skin. NouriCel-MD is an unparalleled physiologic combination of antioxidants and other elements that are found naturally in the skin-a uniquely formulated, anti aging skin care product.

Vitamin C Complex

Vitamin C Complex is a fragrance-free, concentrated facial skin care formula containing 15 percent stabilized vitamin C in water- and fat-soluble forms to provide extraordinary antioxidant protection. Especially recommended for natural skin care defense against exposed skin.

Dermal Repair Cream

Dermal Repair vitamin enriched facial cream intensely hydrates and replenishes dry skin with antioxidants and hyaluronic acid. Dermal Repair skin cream helps to reduce the appearance of age spots as it provides skin protection against harsh environmental conditions.

Retinol Complex

Retinol Complex antioxidant skin care product employs three distinct vitamin-A derivatives to penetrate damaged and aging skin via a sustained-release delivery system. This process improves the appearance of fine lines, enhances skin texture, and accelerates exfoliation.

15% AHA/BHA Cream

This rejuvenating face and neck cream exfoliates, revitalizes, and protects skin with a combination of 15 percent alpha- and beta-hydroxy acids, plus antioxidants.

TNS Body Mist

TNS Body Mist, containing the key ingredient NouriCel-MD®, rejuvenates sun damaged and aging skin. NouriCel-MD is an unparalleled physiologic combination of elements that are found naturally in the skin. TNS Body Mist spray helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, enhances skin texture, reduces the appearance of age spots and blotchiness, and improves skin elasticity.

TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer + SPF 20

TNS Ultimate Daily Moisturizer + SPF 20 is the ultimate in fighting environmental aggressors from the inside out. Enriched with natural antioxidants this moisturizing formula guards against the destructive effects of free radicals and shields your skin against the sun's harmful rays with full spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Rejuventative Moisturizer - This replenishing cream protects against moisture loss as it rejuvenates and revitalizes tired, stressed, dry, or mature skin. Rejuvenative Moisturizer also provides protection against sunamaged skin as it nourishes and hydrates the skin's moisture barrier.

TNS Ceremide Treatment Cream

This ceramide-rich treatment cream with NouriCel-MD® works to rapidly restore skin's moisture while soothing and hydrating post-procedure, dry and compromised skin. TNS Ceramide Treatment Cream also helps to hydrate and calm otherwise compromised skin.

TNS Body Lotion

This silky, emollient body lotion with the unique combination of NouriCel-MD® and Ceramide 3 hydrates, soothes, and protects dry, sun damaged skin-an excellent and proactive skin care product.

TNS Night Eye Repair

is the ultimate eye treatment cream formulated with NouriCel-MD®, peptides, high concentrations of vitamins A, C and E and hyaluronic acid to dramatically improve the appearance of the delicate skin around the eyes.

Facial Cleanser

A foaming, soap-free facial cleanser that gently purges dirt, makeup, and environmental pollutants from the skin as it hydrates and refreshes without drying or irritation.