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Beauty Through The Ages
What is beauty, really? We can tell if someone is beautiful just by looking at them, but can we actually explain why? We may not know the exact answers but one thing is for certain –our ideals for what it means to be beautiful are ever-changing. But no matter what rules we apply, we are
Cosmetic Treatments You Probably Didn’t Know About
You most likely know about Botox or laser treatments for skin rejuvenation. But have you heard of dermal fillers for sagging, wrinkling or small earlobes? There are many cosmetic procedures that dermatologists are performing out of the spotlight but deserve recognition. With the rising popularity of non-surgical treatments, there’s never been a better time to explore
The Unfiltered Reality of “Snapchat Dysmorphia”
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
Trends in Dermatology
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
Why You Should Only Seek Cosmetic Treatments From A Qualified Provider
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
Good, Better, and Best Face Tightening Options [Updated December 2021]
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,
Your Guide to the Perfect Underarm
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
What Is Perception Drift?
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
How To Treat Rhinophyma
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
Why You Should Only Seek Cosmetic Treatments From A Qualified Provider
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
