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As warmer weather waltzes in, there’s no better time to revamp your skin for a fresh, healthy look. Spring is the season for renewal, and one versatile cosmetic skin treatment that will refresh your appearance is the IPL photofacial. This procedure helps people of all ages not only achieve better skin tone and texture, but

Sagging skin and wrinkles in the lower face are common complaints among cosmetic patients. Board-certified dermatologist Kimberly Butterwick, MD, of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology addressed those concerns in her recent webinar titled “Wrinkles and Sagging around the Mouth.” During the presentation, Dr. Butterwick explained these changes are part of the aging process as well as the

Just like couples who bring out the best in each other, there are cosmetic procedures that are made for each other when it comes to producing the best outcome. Playing beauty matchmakers are the six board-certified dermatologists, dermatology physician assistant, and medical aesthetician at the #1 medical spa in San Diego CA, Cosmetic Laser Dermatology.

Everyone wants to look their best through every season of life, but choosing the best skin treatments can be challenging. This is particularly true for individuals with darker skin tones, as many laser and energy devices can cause more complications than benefits for these patients. Board-certified dermatologist Douglas Wu, MD, PhD, of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology,

Acne affects up to 50 million people in the United States, according to aad.org, making it the most common skin condition in the country. Characterized by prominent pustules, papules, and diffuse redness, the condition can severely impact a person’s appearance and self esteem. Fortunately, there are ways to effectively manage this stubborn condition today.  Dr.

Age is a product of time—the older we get, the more changes we see in our appearance. Each decade presents new challenges in the quest to maintain the youth and vibrancy that make you the best version of yourself. Sabrina Fabi, MD, of Cosmetic Laser Dermatology in San Diego talks about these changes and the

While many of us focus on keeping our face youthful and vibrant, we don’t always give the same attention to other areas of the body. The result can be a mismatched appearance, with a face that looks much younger than other problem areas like the chest, arms, and buttocks. Fortunately there are nonsurgical treatments available

Masks have become a mainstay fashion accessory for 2020, and likely into 2021. While they are an essential tool for keeping our communities healthy, many of us may feel tired of wearing them. Dr. Butterwick recently hosted a webinar to help us feel a bit better about mask wearing and the times we are living

A good number of women suffer from the effects of a loose vagina at some point during their lifetime. Various factors cause a vagina to lose its firmness, including aging and childbirth. These and other factors lead to excessive relaxation of the vaginal muscles, thereby reducing sensation and satisfaction during sexual intercourse. Fortunately, women have

Holiday parties and reunions—whether in person or on your screen—might bring you eye-to-eye with co-workers and friends you haven’t seen for some time. This may trigger a more critical inspection of your skin and appearance. Are you seeing more rolls and wrinkles forming under your chin than were there last year? Is your neck skin