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Reveal Radiant Skin This Holiday Season with Excel V!

The holidays bring joy, connection, and plenty of photo-worthy moments — let your skin be ready for all of them. At Skin & Vein Institute in Encinitas, CA, our Excel V laser treatment is the go‑to choice for fast and effective results. This advanced treatment targets red spots, brown spots, and even those pesky wisdom spots, sometimes referred to as “barnacles,” to reveal clear, radiant skin.

Excel V laser treatment for clear skin in Encinitas, CA

While it is best to prevent or reduce the risk of developing red spots with daily sunscreen use, Excel V can remove them almost instantly. For brown spots, the laser selectively targets the brown color in the spots, ensuring effective removal. With topical numbing applied, the procedure is virtually painless, and the entire face can be treated in about 20 minutes with little to no downtime. Wisdom spots, which are raised and rough, are an inherited trait that can appear unexpectedly. They are also easily treated with the Excel V laser, leaving only a small wound that heals in about a week.

While the number of sessions needed varies based on the size, color, and thickness of the spots, many patients experience dramatic improvement after just one session.

Step into every celebration with confidence. Book your appointment now at (760) 452-2080 or email us at [email protected] and glow all season long!



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Meet Dr. Amanda Lloyd

Dr. Amanda Lloyd

Dr. Amanda Lloyd is a respected Board Certified Dermatologist based in Encinitas, CA, with over 14 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from UCLA Honors College and a medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. Dr. Lloyd completed her dermatology residency as chief resident at Baylor University Medical Center. She then was a fellow in Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery after which she became board certified in Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology. A Fellow of the American Society for Mohs Surgery, she is also a member of the AAD and ABVLM. An editor for JAMA Dermatology, Dr. Lloyd contributes to advancing dermatological knowledge. Her dedication to patient care and education underscores her trustworthiness and expertise.

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