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5 Laser Hair Removal Myths Busted
The word “laser” can conjure up all sorts of unnerving, albeit untrue, sci-fi images. When it’s combined with “hair removal”, the myths get even more exaggerated. However, our lasers are actually a thing of beauty. If you’ve been thinking about laser hair removal treatment, the board-certified dermatologists and laser hair removal expert, Leysin Fletcher, PA-C,

Injectables: Fact or Fiction?
Interested in fillers, but have heard or read some information that gives you pause? You’re not alone. With the popularity of injectables like Botox, Juvéderm, and Restylane, it’s a challenge to know what’s a myth and what’s the truth. That’s why the board-certified dermatologists and injectables experts at Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego have

My All-time Favorite SkinCeuticals Products
If you have read a beauty magazine or online skincare blog recently, you probably have heard of SkinCeuticals, a medical grade skincare line started by dermatologists. What I like about this brand is that they back their products by clinical trials. Here are my top 3 favorites! #1 C E Ferulic This is a powerhouse

Goodbye Cellulite! Hello Smooth Skin!
What affects the vast majority of women and even some men, no matter their size and shape? Cellulite. If you’re self-conscious about dimply thighs, you’re not alone: More than 90% of women and 10% of men will be faced with it at some point in their lives, even if they don’t notice it yet. While

My Everyday Sunscreens
Patients often ask, “What’s the best sunscreen?” My most common reply is “The one you’ll use every day!”. There are a gazillion sunscreens on the market, but the best sunscreen for you is the one you’ll use consistently. It’s important to find a sunscreen that feels great on your skin while being convenient to use.

The Secret to Facial Rejuvenation: Voluma, Vollure, and Volbella
Aging can cause unwanted issues such as fine lines, wrinkles, and volume loss. Common areas where these occur include the cheeks, on the forehead, and around the lips. Without treatment, these issues can make your skin look more aged. To address or prevent these issues from worsening or even starting, the facial rejuvenation experts at

The 5 Keys to Perfect Skin (According to Your Dermatologist)
Let’s face it. There are millions of new products and treatments out there making the same fountain of youth promises for your skin, competing for your attention (and money). So, how can anyone weed through the latest gimmicks and fads to find the really worthwhile, genuinely good-for-your-skin solutions for acne, wrinkles, and other skincare woes?

Cosmetic Laser Dermatology and Calecim® Stem Cell Technology Offer Superior Anti-Aging Results
The way we treat aging skin and the signs of photodamage has significantly evolved over the years. With advances in both laser and stem cell technology, we are now able to combine the two to deliver superior anti-aging results in San Diego faster than ever, with a focus on brown spots, hyperpigmentation, lines and wrinkles,

Turn Heads with Body Contouring
It may be nearing winter, but in sunny San Diego, we have summer weather year-round, which means it’s never too late to be “beach body ready.” And you don’t have to spend hours on a treadmill or live on salads and kale shakes to achieve this! In fact, if you have one or two pockets

Say Goodbye to Unsightly Scar Tissue with Scar Revision Treatments
Perhaps you had an unfortunate slip and fall when you were a teenager that left a scar on your forehead. Or perhaps you underwent a surgical procedure that caused excessive scarring. Regardless of the circumstances, it’s possible that you’ve developed scar tissue. Scar tissue on the face can be more than distracting; it can make