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It’s well known that our skin’s pigmentation comes from melanin, and the amount in our bodies can vary as we age. However, new research suggests that people with darker skin are much more susceptible to hyperpigmentation problems as they get older. Because dark or ethnic skin actually has much more melanin than lighter skin, it

Even in our twenties and thirties, signs of aging start to appear. Though it might seem a little too early to start taking preventative skin care measures, our team of world-renowned dermatologists wants our San Diego patients to know about the several different non-invasive treatment options that work to combat some of the earliest signs

With the hectic holiday season quickly coming to an end, a time for relaxing and more downtime is just around the corner. So, what will you do with your free time this winter? At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego, our dermatologists want to let you in on a little-known secret—winter is the BEST time of the

It’s hard to believe that 2012 has already come and gone. With a new year just on the horizon, our doctors wanted to share the top five procedures of 2012 performed at our practice this past year. With so many treatments to choose from, compiling this list wasn’t as easy as it might look. At

When we think about the aging process, the first concern that seems to enter our mind is how to avoid unsightly wrinkles, fine lines, and a loss of skin volume and elasticity in our faces. However, another part of our body can show signs of aging well before our face—the hands. Our hands are an

Over the course of the past decade, injectable treatments like Botox, Sculptra, Juvederm, and Radiesse have become more and more popular procedures for people of all ages, and it’s no wonder why. Injectable treatments offer quick and fantastic results in our everyday struggle against combating the aging process. However, did you know that more and more

Hundreds of thousands of filler and injectable treatments are performed across the world every year. With such a high number of people on a quest to reduce the visible signs of the aging process, it’s no secret that someone, somewhere, has had a bad experience. However, there are myths surrounding Botox that we as dermatologists at Cosmetic

As the number one cosmetic procedure performed today, it’s no secret that Botox is as popular as ever, and growing. With the prevalence of Botox in today’s society, it’s hard to believe that this procedure has only been FDA approved since 2002, though it had been available for injections prior to that year. Unfortunately, far too many

As men and women age, it’s extremely common to gather unwanted fat in certain areas of our bodies. Most often, we envision a rounding stomach, or plumper arms and legs, but what about excess facial fat? Over the years, it’s very normal for a person to begin to see bulges and a lack of definition

At one point or another, we’ve all experienced them. Dark under eye circles have the ability to make us look tired, run down, and lifeless. With the help of expert San Diego dermatologists, there is hope! At Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, our doctors can help diminish your under eye circles through various facial treatments. What Causes Under Eye Circles? Differing