In the pursuit of youthful and radiant skin, innovative techniques and treatments are constantly being explored. One such combination gaining attention is the integration of microneedling with cupping therapy for skin rejuvenation. Click here to read more about the potential benefits and effectiveness of this unique approach.
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How Do Exosomes Help Improve Skin Quality?
Skin is one of the clearest markers of age. As we age, loose skin, wrinkles, lines, and discoloration become more prominent. Luckily, there are a number of treatments that can improve skin quality, including exosomes. Dr. Melinda Lacerna is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience helping patients improve their skin quality. Here, she […]
Why Is a Minimally Invasive Browlift Better than Botox or Dysport?
Your upper face has a dramatic impact on your appearance. Deep forehead lines can convey a variety of emotions. Unfortunately, if these lines are from age and not emotion, then the forehead lines are probably conveying the wrong emotions, like anger or frustration. Your forehead and eyebrows can also make you appear older than your […]
What Is Nitrogen Plasma Skin Resurfacing?
Explorers have yet to find the fountain of youth. Until it is discovered, patients will have to be content with advances in cosmetic skin treatment. LA Plastic Surgery & Dermatology offers a variety of advanced cosmetic facial skin treatments under our double board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Melinda Lacerna. Here, Dr. Lacerna discusses the rejuvenating benefits of nitrogen […]
Drooping Brows? Bored With Botox? Dissatisfied With Dysport? Minimally Invasive Browlift With Renuvion Is the Answer!
Loose skin on the upper face and deep lines along the forehead can make you appear tired or angry. Some people struggle with drooping eyebrows from natural aging and look older than their chronological age. For decades, the only cosmetic solution for men and women with sagging brows was brow lift surgery or injectables containing […]
Obliterate All Wrinkles With Renuvion Plasma Facial Resurfacing
Age-related skin changes and damage from conditions, such as acne, can impact your complexion and self-esteem. People with deep wrinkles, severe scarring and loose facial skin can benefit from Renuvion Plasma treatments. This minimally invasive procedure improves skin texture and tone to minimize or eliminate imperfections. Renuvion Plasma is an FDA-cleared device for skin resurfacing […]
The PRX-T33 “No Peel” Chemical Peel Is the Latest and Best Option for Non-Invasive Skin Rejuvenation
Chemical peels are an excellent way to improve skin concerns and reveal healthier skin. These formulas come in various intensities that range from light peels requiring no downtime to intensive peels that leave you with red, sensitive, peeling skin for several days. PRX-T33 is a new chemical peel made with a patented formula that gently […]
Vitamin C: The Magical Skin Serum
Topical Vitamin C offers powerful antioxidant benefits to treat and prevent skin changes, such as hyperpigmentation, photoaging and other skin conditions. Dr. Melinda Lacerna uses this naturally occurring antioxidant in skincare products and treatments at LA Skin Spa and LA Plastic Surgery & Dermatology. How Does Vitamin C Improve Skin? Vitamin C is one of […]
What are Exosomes?
Research suggests that exosomes derived from cells can improve skin care through cellular communication by delivering or recruiting repair factors from other cells in the body. Exosomes are bioactive cellular membrane-based vesicles that serve a pivotal role in intercellular communication. They are essentially vessels sent between cells to deliver essential payloads, such as mRNA, proteins, […]
Facelift Techniques Offer a Natural, Youthful Look
Many people hope to age like fine wine, with mild lines and creases that give them an air of elegance and maturity. Unfortunately, the natural aging process combined with lifestyle habits and skin sun damage can make one appear much older than their given age, and many people struggle with the face they see in […]