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The Unfiltered Reality of “Snapchat Dysmorphia”

November 19th, 2019

Years ago, people would show up in their plastic surgeon’s office requesting a new nose with a photo of Kim Kardashian or Meghan Markle in tow. Today, patients in San Diego come prepared with selfies –not those unflattering, awkward mirror selfies taken in bathrooms, but those fit-for-a-magazine-cover, digitally-enhanced versions of themselves that have amassed hundreds

- Aesthetics - General
November 19th, 2019

Trends in Dermatology

November 19th, 2019

The standards of beauty are constantly changing and the pursuit of achieving them is just as dynamic. Aside from the traditional “nip and tuck,” we can now inject, fill, sculpt, and laser our way to look young and radiant. These less invasive procedures are even proving to be viable options for both medical and cosmetic

- General
November 19th, 2019

Why You Should Only Seek Cosmetic Treatments From A Qualified Provider

November 14th, 2019

There seems to be a shift these days on how people are pursuing their beauty goals. They no longer want drastic changes, but subtle tweaks that are beautiful and natural-looking. Whether it’s Botox, dermal fillers, or laser treatments, these quick, non-surgical treatments that have become typical lunchbreak procedures here in San Diego are without a

- Aesthetician - Anti-Aging - Dermal Fillers - General
November 14th, 2019

Good, Better, and Best Face Tightening Options [Updated December 2021]

November 13th, 2019

Radiant, smooth, natural, and youthful-looking. These are qualities we always want to use to describe our skin. Unfortunately, with aging comes a decline in facial volume and elasticity. Loss of fat, thinning skin, smaller or larger muscles, and loss of bone density often lead to unattractive, wrinkled, loose, and sagging skin. The good news is,

- Anti-Aging - Dermal Fillers - Fine Lines & Wrinkles - Injectables - Laser - Skin
November 13th, 2019

Your Guide to the Perfect Underarm

November 12th, 2019

Dark underarms may be something you hide or something that hinders you from wearing tank tops in the summer. In sunny San Diego, it’s short-sleeve weather all year round, so not being able to show your underarms can affect your life a lot. Luckily, if you’re self-conscious of dark underarms, you don’t have to let

- Arms - Skin - Skincare
November 12th, 2019

What Is Perception Drift?

October 29th, 2019

It’s safe to say that beauty routines nowadays involve more than just luxurious creams, serums, and a weekly facial. Every few months or so, anyone could pay his or her dermatologist’s office a visit and leave 15 minutes later with dramatically tighter, firmer skin. And how often do we hear about those wanting to look

- Aesthetician - Aesthetics - Fine Lines & Wrinkles - General
October 29th, 2019

How To Treat Rhinophyma

October 28th, 2019

Rhinophyma is a progressive skin condition that causes the nose to swell, giving it a red and large bulbous appearance. Also referred to as rosacea nose, whiskey nose, rum nose, and bulbous nose, rhinophyma can occur in those with rosacea, a common chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes facial redness on the nose and cheeks

- Aesthetician - Aesthetics - Rosacea & Red Spots - Skincare
October 28th, 2019

Why You Should Only Seek Cosmetic Treatments From A Qualified Provider

October 22nd, 2019

There seems to be a shift these days on how people are pursuing their beauty goals. They no longer want drastic changes, but subtle tweaks that are beautiful and natural-looking. Whether it’s Botox, dermal fillers, or laser treatments, these quick, non-surgical treatments that have become typical lunchbreak procedures are without a doubt, making it easier

- Botox/Neuromodulators - General
October 22nd, 2019

You Don’t Have to Live With Permanent Makeup/Tattoo Regret

September 12th, 2019

Permanent makeup was originally an alternative to eyeliner for women with physical restrictions. Now, it is cosmetically used to accentuate facial features, such as eyes, lips, cheeks, and eyebrows for anyone who doesn’t want to have to apply makeup everyday. Even locally, in San Diego, people turn to permanent makeup for their cosmetic needs. Unfortunately,

- Laser
September 12th, 2019

Maintaining Facial Beauty Over Time

August 27th, 2019

There is no denying the impact that social media has on our selfie-obsessed culture. From retouched ad campaigns to meticulously crafted Instagram posts, this constant documentation of our looks has sparked a new set of beauty ideals, and people are now more critical about their facial appearance. Unfortunately, a selfie with bad lighting can show

- Anti-Aging - Fine Lines & Wrinkles - Injectables
August 27th, 2019

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