If you’ve been paying attention to skincare at all for the last several years, you’ve definitely heard the words “tretinoin”, “retinol” and “retinoid”. If you haven’t, allow us to introduce you to these helpful forms of Vitamin A that can produce impressive anti-aging results (among other benefits!). What is the difference between retinol and retinoids?…
Are you living with Plaque Psoriasis and looking for new treatment options? If you answered yes, you may be interested in a research study we are conducting, evaluating an investigational treatment for Plaque Psoriasis. Men and women who meet the following eligibility criteria may qualify: Monetary compensation is provided and treatment is covered by the…
The Inside Scoop on Botox and Other Neurotoxins Botox is a universally well-known treatment these days, but with so many neurotoxin options on the market now, we get plenty of questions about the differences between them. Learn about which treatments our experts prefer and the benefits they offer. Is Botox still the gold standard when…
Are you accidentally aging your skin? Our experts weighs in. When it comes to skincare, there are millions of products and an endless amount of advice available. It can be difficult to know where to focus your attention and if your routine is an effective one. To help you avoid them, we asked Rachel Yang,…
Dr. Munavalli Talks All Things Avéli The conversation around cellulite has changed over the last few years. For example, we now know that over 80% of women have it (meanwhile, only 10% of men do) and that it is not exclusively linked to obesity or lack of exercise. Luckily, in that same time, new treatments…
Something we’ll never tire of telling our patients is that sunscreen is important, every day, all year long, no matter what you’re doing or what type of skin you have. However, when it comes to purchasing and using sunscreen correctly, there are still a lot of questions to be answered. Which sunscreen is best? Do…
Clinical trials are an important part of our practice, but most patients still don’t know that much about them. Let’s talk about what they are, why we choose to do them and what it’s like to be a part of one. Our practice participates in clinical trials because it allows us to stay on the…
Winter Skincare & Treatment Recommendations from our Dermatologists Winter is the perfect time for so many of our favorite things (we’re looking at you, holidays and sweater weather), with its lower humidity and cooler temperatures. This makes now the perfect time for certain skincare treatments – and a not-so-ideal time for others. Read below for…
Do These 5 Things Differently for Amazing Fall Skin We all know that as fall temps approach, the humidity in the air tends to drop, leading to dry, stale and cool air. While it feels refreshing after the heat of summer, lower humidity can lead to dry and itchy skin and can aggravate many of…
Dr. Hayley Leight, our newest provider, knew she wanted to study dermatology early in her educational journey. “I’ve known since my second year of medical school,” explains Dr. Leight. “For me, it’s always been such an exciting field, because it’s constantly evolving,” she continues. “We are always getting better and finding new ways to deliver…
