In La Jolla
Allumera™ is an exciting, effective new option to achieve a radiant and supple facial appearance with minimal downtime. It is a topical cream used with a special light source that really ups the ante and fights aging by reducing skin imperfections, such as fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles, crows feet and enlarged pores. Photodynamic […]
Cosmetic laser treatments are used to improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, stretch marks, acne scarring and skin discoloration from aging and sun damage. The laser’s energy penetrates the skin and promotes the growth of new healthy and tighter skin. A number of different cosmetic lasers can be used to achieve specific purposes. […]
Did you know that overexposure to the sun is very dangerous for your skin and speeds up the aging process? When you’re outdoors for long periods of time, the sun’s ultraviolet rays penetrate deep into your skin and heat it up, damaging cells and producing wrinkles, uneven skin tone, dryness, and other signs of aging. […]
Laser procedures have become commonplace in the medical spa industry. They are used to permanently remove undesired hair, eradicate tattoos or sun spots, eliminate wrinkles and fine lines, tighten skin, treat acne and acne scaring and much more. Many people use lasers to rejuvenate their skin because these procedures renew skin a lot faster than other methods […]
Acne scars are the result of cell destruction and tissue damage when collagen strands contract and pull inward, leaving soft, saucer-like depressions or pits on the skin. As we age, these scars often become even more noticeable. The good news is that no one has to live with these scars. There are many cosmetic skin […]
If you want a younger, tighter and fresher looking face, then chemical peels may be the solution for you. Chemical peels are popular because they produce good results with minimal downtime. What is a skin peel? A skin peel is an effective skin care procedure that removes dead skin cells surface. Skin peels also can be formulated […]
The CO2 Laser system is designed for a layer-by-layer removal of problematic tissue. The procedure itself involves placing carefully guided pulses of light on the skin to vaporize the top layer to a specific depth, revealing clear, healthy skin beneath. CO2 Laser procedures are non-invasive and provide more control over how deep the treatment can penetrate […]
When using a dermal filler such as Sculptra® or ArteFill®, the amount of filler required to completely fill in your wrinkles will vary from patient to patient. The two most significant factors that will determine the amount of dermal filler you need are the degree of correction required (i.e. the deepness of your wrinkles), and the level […]
If you’re tired, it’s a good bet your skin is too. Tired skin looks and behaves subpar when you don’t get enough sleep. Staying up late night after night creates those dreaded dark circles and forces your skin to go without the necessary repair time. Eventually this translates into collagen loss and the decreased ability […]
The summer sun sure feels good, doesn’t it? But at summer’s end, will you be looking in the mirror and chastising yourself? Or later on be on the wrong end of a scalpel or laser to fight off skin cancer? We’re not going to tell you NOT to enjoy your summer, but we are going […]