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Tinea versicolor is caused by a common yeast that lives on everyones skin. In some individuals the yeast overgrows and shows up as light or dark spots on the skin and /or dry scaly patches. It’s common for the patches to disappear when the temperature drops in the winter, then... Continue Reading
Microdermabrasion is a popular tool in the pursuit of turning back the clock. When coupled with exfoliating fruit enzymes and other alpha or beta hydroxy acids you can expect to see softer, brighter skin in just a few short minutes. Dermatology & Laser of Del Mar’s own Kristi Martone, LE,... Continue Reading
Solar elastosis, or actinic elastosis, is a disorder in which the skin appears yellow and thickened as a result of sun damage. Other tell tale signs include; rough surface, deep creases, fine wrinkles, and plaque-like thickening. There may be color changes characterized by yellowish shadow, irregular pigmentation and telangiectasias. It... Continue Reading
I decided a long time ago that I didn’t like my arms. While Nora Ephron took an exception to her neck, my arms were the bane of my existence. I remember a time when they were shapely, toned and the skin was soft. I wouldn’t think twice about a capped... Continue Reading
You know how you can’t unsee a flaw in the mirror? Meet my jowls. Jowls is a funny word that becomes depressing the more you say it. Jowls. Jowls. On good days, with my head held at an angle and with a shade-shy-of-frantic smile, I suppose I could have passed... Continue Reading
Thermage® is a radio frequency device with a long history and excellent safety record. It is FDA approved for skin tightening on the face, neck, eyelids (periorbital), and body. Abdomen, buttocks and knees are especially popular treatment areas. It is one of our most performed treatments for cellulite and skin... Continue Reading
June is acne awareness month. Unfortunately, for those that suffer from acne, you are painfully aware of it the other eleven months of the year as well. Many patients affected by acne are not sure where to start in terms of treating their skin condition. With the abundance of topicals,... Continue Reading
