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It may not have occurred to you when you were basking in the sun, but your skin is being damaged during summer. Your skin may have become tanned but it also became discolored, uneven-toned and there was an increase in the number of red and brown spots. It’s inevitable after all in a sun-kissed area like San Diego, California. Fraxel is a laser treatment that can effectively tackle these problems and rejuvenate the skin. The high-intensity fractionated laser penetrates the skin and works on the damaged areas while leaving the surrounding cells untouched. The heat from the laser stimulates the … Continue reading “Repair summer skin damage with Fraxel”

Maintaining skin hydration is a major concern in winter. The dry and cold weather sucks the moisture out of our skin and unless we are careful, our skin could end up wrinkly, sallow, and rough. A quality moisturizer helps keep the skin hydrated and supple. SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid is great for dry to normal skin. The anti-aging cream contains the optimal ratio of ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids to nourish and repair the skin. The lightweight, fast-absorbing product is dye- and paraben-free and improves the skin’s texture, fullness, radiance, and pore appearance. Those with normal to dry skin could also … Continue reading “Arm yourself with these moisturizers for winter”

As you say goodbye to the sizzling days, reach out to Dr. Amanda Lloyd, leading dermatologist in Encinitas, CA to find out more about skin fixes after the summer. Here are a few effective treatments to clean up the summer skin damage. A treatment that patients commonly opt for is the clear and brilliant with laser genesis. This helps remove damaged and dull skin, builds collagen and clears out your pores. Hence, if you are suffering from fine wrinkles and lines, sun-damaged skin, this is an excellent no downtime option for you to consider! Laser treatments with minimal downtime are … Continue reading “How to clean up summer damage”

Now that winter is around the corner, a leading dermatologist in Encinitas, CA, Dr. Amanda Lloyd gives some quick tips on keeping your skin healthy and glowing during the cold months. If you don’t have oily skin and the sunscreen that you use doesn’t have enough hydration, you can add some extra moisture with a hydrating lotion or serum. In case you have dry skin, considering switching over to a balm or a more intense cream during the colder weather. A simple tip for the cold weather is lathering on extra virgin olive oil or vaseline to increase your skin … Continue reading “Tips for your skin as we move into cooler weather”

Although lines and wrinkles, spots and blotches, and lackluster skin are inevitable as we age, there are steps we can take to ensure that our skin remains as youthful and glowing for as long as possible. We don’t have to put up with old, gnarled skin, something most certainly can be done. Laser treatments like Clear and Brilliant and Laser Genesis are quick pick-me-ups that can make the skin look and feel better.Clear and Brilliant is a non-ablative, fractional laser that heats the skin to produce collagen without damaging the targeted tissue. The FDA-cleared laser penetrates the skin’s surface layers, … Continue reading “LASER THERAPY TO REJUVENATE THE SKIN”

According to the Collins Dictionary, maskne is “acne or a similar skin breakout caused by frequently wearing a face mask”. Although it is not a new word, it came into general parlance this year with the COVID-19 global outbreak. Also known as acne mechanica, maskne is caused by constant friction generated by the mask rubbing and grating against the skin. Additionally, the mask creates a hot humid microbiome around the mouth which creates a different environment for the skin.Masks have become a necessary evil as much-needed protection from the Coronavirus. However, not everyone has taken to them well: Some experience … Continue reading “WAVE GOODBYE TO MASKNE”

Now that summer is here and your social calendar is slowly filling up, a quick aesthetic ‘boost’ from Dr. Amanda Lloyd can leave you feeling beautiful and more self-confident! Some of the popular treatments among our patients this season are Jeuveau and Laser Genesis.Jeuveau is the latest breakthrough in the world of neuromodulator injectables. Just like its peers, Jeuveau temporarily diminishes the appearance of frown lines between the brows. Having received FDA approval in early 2019, it is becoming a popular option among patients who want a quick ‘youth boost’ without undergoing plastic surgery. Jeuveau provides results that are considered … Continue reading “Summer time skin pick me ups”

As you head out for a hike or hit the waves during these summer months, sunscreen is essential. Sunscreen application not only helps prevent sunburn but also wrinkles and leathery skin which are typical signs of premature aging. However, the most important aspect of sunscreen is that it helps to decrease the risk of skin cancer. This is why Dr. Amanda Lloyd constantly stresses the importance of sunscreen to her patients. The active ingredients that are found in sunscreen work by preventing ultraviolet radiation from penetrating the deeper layers of your skin by absorbing it or by reflecting it off … Continue reading “Summer is here! Don’t forget your sunscreen”

With the serious threat posed worldwide by COVID-19, masks have become an integral part of our lives. The World Health Organization has also issued guidelines on the importance of everyone wearing masks when out and about, to prevent the spread of this deadly virus. Of course, we know how uncomfortable it is to wear masks all day long; they make us feel sweaty and stuffy, and a little difficult to breathe. They can also lead to acne breakouts, but since we’ll have to put up with them for a while, we might as well learn to adjust to them. So, … Continue reading “Protect your skin from mask acne “maskne””

Don’t you just love the summer and all that glorious sunshine? However, while you are out in the sun, you should be mindful of the damage the harsh summer sun can inflict on your skin, especially in sun-drenched California. How do you ensure that you stay safe while enjoying yourself? The most important tool in your summer arsenal is sunscreen. It decreases the amount of skin harmful UVA and UVB rays absorbed by your skin and offers protection against skin cancers too. Make sure you use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF above 30 every day, especially before you head … Continue reading “Loving and caring for your skin in summer”