Xeomin®, Botox® and Dysport™️ are all wrinkle reducers commonly used to reduce expression lines and wrinkles. For some patients, Botox® and Xeomin® may be used interchangeably. For others there may be a preference for one over the other. Some patients report experiencing a quicker onset with Xeomin®. You may... Continue Reading
PART THREE OF THREE I was feeling pretty good about myself, my skin looked great and I was winning the War of the Wrinkles. My confidence had taken a boost, and I will admit, I loved that the women around me had noticed the change. Neighbors, co-workers and clients were... Continue Reading
PART TWO OF THREE In Part One of Botox and beyond: A man’s perspective on cosmetic procedures, Our patient, Jay, opened up about his motivation to “youth-en-ize” his appearance. In Part Two, he will tell us about his experience with laser skin resurfacing and botox. I must admit, after I... Continue Reading
PART ONE OF THREE When I was in my 20s I laughed when my buddies went with their wives for manicures. Pedicures, facials, skin care products, that’s for women! In my 30s I started to appreciate the occasional massage and facial my wife would schedule for me. I always felt... Continue Reading
Leg veins are a common problem among women (and some men). Many factors contribute to the appearance of leg veins, such as; genetics, prolonged standing, excessive weight, pregnancy and trauma. At our Del Mar dermatology practice, Deborah H. Atkin, M.D. offers sclerotherapy (injections) and GentleMax PRO Yag laser treatment for... Continue Reading
Fine lines above and/or around the lips are a common patient complaint at our Del Mar dermatology practice. No one likes them, and everyone wants to get rid of them. If they become too deep your lipstick bleeds into them, appearing unsightly, and of course there is the connotation that... Continue Reading
The delicate skin around the eyes is one of the first places that will start to show signs of aging. Fine lines, bags, and sagging skin in the upper lid will make you look tired and older than you may feel. Treatment options and skin care product recommendations for this... Continue Reading
