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Acne is forever linked in our collective imagination with awkward and hormone-driven teenagers. You think that once you mature and reach adulthood, you can leave behind those embarrassing bumps, lumps, and zits. But, sometimes, you can’t. More than 40% of women still struggle with acne, even as they may notice the skin signs...

Crow’s feet are fan-like wrinkles that spread out from the corners of your eyes when you smile or squint. Sometimes, the wrinkles persist even after you’ve relaxed your face. Most people start to notice crow’s feet in their 30s. However, depending on your genetics and other factors, they may appear as...

Psoriasis is a chronic and inflammatory skin disease where your overactive immune system causes you to break out in rough, red, and scaly rashes. About eight million people in the United States have psoriasis.  Although there are many types of psoriasis, they all put you at risk for complications. A significant complication is...

When you’re among the 31.6 million women, men, and children in the United States with eczema, you may find that each season brings challenges to your skin and comfort. The tips for staying comfortable year-round, such as using scent-free body care and laundry products, should be maintained during summer. But...

Of all the types of cancers, skin cancer is the most common in the United States. It’s also one of the most preventable forms. And, if it’s caught early enough, it can be cured. The most common type of skin cancer is basal cell carcinoma (BCC). In fact, every year, doctors...

Rosacea, sometimes mistaken for acne, is a chronic skin condition characterized by red patches of skin, pimple-like lesions, and broken veins. Most of the 6 million people in the United States with rosacea are of European descent and have fair complexions. Although researchers don’t understand why rosacea affects some people...

Your skin is your largest organ as well as what the world sees. If you’re unhappy with your skin quality or would simply like to improve its health, vitality, and resilience, you’ll be happy to know that there are treatment options. Today’s aesthetic treatments don’t simply mask skin issues, they...

Your skin is hard at work even when you’re at rest. It is also your largest and heaviest organ. Depending on your body shape and height, your skin may weigh anywhere from 7-22 pounds and have a surface area of more than six square feet. Your skin protects your inner...

Winter is one of the best times to work toward your aesthetic goals, particularly when it comes to your body. First, you’re fresh off your New Year’s resolutions and are full of the energy and focus you need to make them a reality. Second, winter’s sweaters and jackets allow you...

If you have dry, flaky, or itchy skin that doesn’t resolve with over-the-counter, you may have a skin condition, such as eczema or psoriasis. Eczema affects approximately 32 million people in the United States. Another 8 million Americans have psoriasis. Eczema and psoriasis share many similar symptoms, such as patches of dry or rashy skin. But eczema...

Mohs surgery is a specialized and highly precise type of micrographic surgery in which our team removes a cancerous lesion from your skin. Mohs surgery has a 99% cure rate for newly diagnosed lesions and a 94% cure rate for lesions that have been treated with other procedures. Traditionally, dermatologists trained in...

Acne and rosacea both cause reddened skin and pink or red bumps on your face. It’s easy to mistake one skin disease for the other. However, they’re completely different in how they arise. Can you have acne and rosacea at the same time? Absolutely. That’s why it’s essential to get an accurate...

Even with all of the publicity regarding the dangers of sun exposure and a wide variety of protective sunscreens on the market, skin cancer is still the most common type of cancer in the United States. Every day, nearly 10,000 women, men, and children in the US are diagnosed with some form of skin...

Psoriatic arthritis is a complication of the skin condition psoriasis, which starts in your immune system. For reasons unknown, if you have psoriasis, your immune system is on high alert and attacks healthy tissues, such as your skin and the cartilage in your joints. Approximately 2-3% of the world’s population...

Perhaps you are regretting all of those youthful days spent under the California sun without anything more than a smattering of suntan lotion to protect you from its intense ultraviolet (UV) A and B rays.  Now, those glowing tans have left you with skin that feels dry or scaly, along...

Eczema refers to several skin conditions that affect approximately 10% of all women, men, and children in the United States. Most of the time, eczema first appears in childhood, and it affects all ages and all races.  If you have dry skin, particularly if it itches, you may wonder if you’re among...

Even after you’ve achieved your goal weight, you may be a bit frustrated by a few inches of resistant fat. When you have pockets of fat around your abdomen, hips, and elsewhere, they’re probably due to your genes and not to any deficiencies in your diet or exercise regimen. In...

You wouldn’t just brush your teeth once and then assume they were self-cleaning from then on. Why, then, wouldn’t you regularly schedule professional skin cleaning and maintenance? Expert dermatologist Paul Yamauchi, MD, PhD, and our team at Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center keep your skin healthy and radiant with...

Although less than 4% of the general population has psoriasis, about one-third of the people with the condition are children or teens. In fact, psoriasis often first manifests in babyhood, childhood, or the teenage years. Psoriasis has no cure, which means that if your child has psoriasis now, they’ll have it...

Acne is a multifactorial disease that involves everything from your pituitary gland to your pores. You usually first develop acne in your teen years, when a surge of hormones causes an array of changes, including secondary sex characteristics. It also causes an excess production of sebum that leads to the...

If you’re bothered by visible veins on your legs — whether they’re spider veins or the more troublesome and larger varicose veins — they’re more than an eyesore. Spider veins and varicose veins are blood vessels that no longer function the way they should. Broken blood vessels can slow your...

If you’re almost satisfied with your figure and neckline — but not quite — body sculpting can put the finishing touches on the masterpiece that is you. Recent years have seen a surge in body sculpting’s popularity, as well as an increase in the number of nonsurgical techniques that can...

Rosacea is a skin condition that usually affects people with fair skin and European heritage. If you have rosacea, you may have red or thickened skin and may also break out in inflamed pustules that look like acne.  Expert dermatologist Paul Yamauchi MD, PhD, diagnoses and treats rosacea at Dermatology...

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer worldwide, and it tends to be highly visible, too. Because most skin cancers are caused or exacerbated by the sun’s ultraviolet rays, cancerous lesions often appear on the face. If you have skin cancer, it’s important to remove it as soon...

If you have dry, itchy skin, it could signal something more. Eczema is an umbrella term for skin conditions that are characterized by dryness, scaly patches, redness, and blisters. When you consider that about 10% of women, men, and children in the United States have eczema, you may wonder why...

In Southern California, you live in a world filled with sunlight. And guess what? The sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays — not “aging” or gravity — cause about 80% of all the signs of skin aging, including: Loose, sagging skin Dry, thin skin Dark spots and sun spots Visible facial veins...

Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease that goes a lot further than skin deep. The red, silvery, or flaky lesions that appear on your skin can make you uncomfortable.  Because psoriasis is a disease of your immune system, it can even degrade your joints, leading to a painful complication called...

Now that California’s mask mandates have been eased for people who’ve been vaccinated, you’re faced with…well, your face. Your lower face, to be precise, hasn’t seen the light of day for at least a year. Suddenly those signs of aging that you’d kept under wraps are visible to all. Paul...

The surge of hormones that triggers puberty also triggers acne. But once your hormones settle, your skin often does, too. But that’s not always the case.  Many adults still have acne outbreaks. That often includes women in their perimenopause years, along with plenty of men. In fact, no matter what...

Although skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States — and it can be deadly — it’s also easily preventable in most cases. In fact, about 90% of nonmelanoma skin cancers and 85% of highly malignant melanoma skin cancers arise solely because of sun damage....

Injectable therapies allow you to reverse aging, reduce sweating, and rid yourself of unsightly veins without a cut or stitch. Injectable therapies have proliferated in recent years, but so have the number of spas and beauty shops that offer everything from dermal fillers to PRP without medical supervision. Although injectables...

You’re ready for the great outdoors and all of the joys of summer, including long walks, biking, swimming, and playing sports. But whether you put on a few pandemic pounds or you’ve carried a bit of excess weight for years, you’re not quite satisfied with your figure. When diet and...

Your skin tone is a result of a pigment called melanin in your skin. In youth, melanin is spread evenly throughout your skin, resulting in the glowing vibrance you then enjoyed, discounting youthful problems such as acne and other hormone-related skin issues.  Over time, aging and, more importantly, exposure to...

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

Before a product hits the market, it requires extensive research and studies to ensure it is safe and appropriate for its intended purpose. Many companies who are testing new products will have individuals who are interested in participating in clinical trials utilize the product first. These clinical trials are closely...

While contact dermatitis and the symptoms of eczema (or atopic dermatitis) are often similar, these two conditions are still different from each other. Dr. Paul Yamauchi and the team at Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center of Santa Monica, California can help patients distinguish between the two to not only get a...

With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing the surge onward throughout America, it is more important than ever for all individuals to take a proactive approach to protecting themselves from the Coronavirus by wearing a facemask. Facemasks are encouraged in many social settings and even while patients shop to reduce their risk...

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many ways in which we live our lives. Patients are often wondering if they are able to get the same treatments and appointments as they used to before March of 2020. With continued advances in telemedicine and telehealth, many offices are now offering online appointments....

At Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center of Santa Monica, CA, we work closely with new and current patients to help them in rejuvenating their skin to look and feel their best. Certain conditions can cause the skin to look unhealthy. These imperfections can also cause patients to feel self-conscious...

Melanoma is a serious form of skin cancer. Fortunately, it can be rather easy to spot with routine evaluations by a dermatologist. Dr. Paul Yamauchi and his team at the Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center can provide routine skin cancer screenings for patients on an annual basis, while also examining changes...

Most men and women have specific areas of the body that they are having difficulty addressing with traditional methods such as diet and exercise. Excess fat may remain in the midsection no matter how many crunches you do! However, thanks to advances in the medical and aesthetic industry, patients have...

When Santa Monica, CA men and women think of the signs of aging, they first think about the fine lines and wrinkles that develop on the face. Crow’s feet, forehead folds, and laugh lines are often the most common signs of aging. However, did you know that your hands can...

Cosmetic injectables are nothing new to the dermatological industry. Injectables have been used for many years to help patients turn back the hands of time when faced with fine lines, wrinkles, and folds that contribute to an aged appearance. Botox was approved by the FDA back in 2002 as a solution...

Poor texture and tone are a common complaint from adult patients who visit the Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center in Santa Monica, CA. The skin may appear dull and may be impacted by fine lines and wrinkles. Areas of pigmentation or acne scars may also result in blemishing of...

Keeping the skin looking beautiful and healthy can be difficult, especially when coexisting conditions exist. Many of our patients who come to visit us at Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center are often looking for ways to improve their skincare routine. Dr. Paul Yamauchi of Santa Monica, CA is excited...

A cancer diagnosis is often extremely concerning for a patient, regardless of the stage it has reached. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers found in patients in the United States, and melanoma, a type of skin cancer, is the most dangerous. Fortunately, skin cancer is one of the few...

Cancer can be a scary diagnosis for anyone. However, when patients are aware of the signs and symptoms of skin cancer, they can often get treatment to eliminate it. This is because skin cancer is one of the few cancers that are visible. Skin cancer can be spotted and a...

Spider veins can be problematic for Santa Monica, CA area patients who are self-conscious about their appearance. These small clusters of veins are often a cosmetic concern for both men and women, especially when they develop on visible areas of the face and body. With proper treatment, patients can eliminate these...

‘It’s safe to say that if we all wanted one thing, it would either be to win the lottery or to have youthful-looking skin. Because we ‘can’t make the first wish come true, we are happy to at least say that we can help with the second one. Whether ‘you’re...

If you look back on your junior high and high school years, you may have some fond memories, and you may have some ones that are a bit more awkward. As your body changes during these years, it can cause a variety of different issues such as acne. If you have...

Whether you like to head to the pool solo, with friends, or with kids in tow, showing up prepared will help you enjoy your pool day a whole lot more. In addition to packing a sun hat, some extra beach towels, and flip flops, don’t forget the sunscreen. But, one...

Whether you have a dad, a stepdad, a father figure, or the father of your children to celebrate on Father’s Day, skip the tacky tie and golf shirt and get him something that will be a little bit more rejuvenating and relaxing. Although we typically associate spa treatments with moms,...

If this is your first-time getting Botox, then you are in for a treat. As a consistently popular noninvasive procedure, Botox works by temporarily softening the muscles in the forehead and around the eyes to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. To make sure that you get the most...

Unless you’ve literally been hiding under a rock, you likely have at least a little bit of pigmentation on your skin caused by the sun. Rather than investing in creams and ointments that claim to help you get rid of pigmentation, but they really don’t, let us help you get...

A summer body is made in the winter— or so they say— but here at Dermatology Institute and Skin Care, we believe that a summer bod can also be made in the spring! If you have some excess stubborn fat that is practically pleading with you to get rid of...

If you have always wanted to join a secret society or club but have never found one that suits you and your lifestyle, then consider joining our Skin Care Society. And don’t worry, this society is haze-free and you don’t even have to do a lot of begging either. In...

One of the tricky things about skin care is finding the right skincare treatment that’s right for you and your skin. When it comes to pigmentation and hyperpigmentation, there are a variety of different treatments out there that claim to give patient real and lasting results. Here at our office,...

If you have a family of your own or if your parents still do an annual Christmas card then you may be worried about your complexion and how its’ going to look on camera. Rather than photoshopping out all of your facial flaws, we have created a list of a...

Having a perfectly clear and bright complexion year round requires you to switch up your skin care routine with every season. If you are still using the same skin care products that you were using throughout the entire summer, then this article is definitely for you. Let’s take a closer...

If you have recently been diagnosed with Lupus, then you may not know much about it. As an autoimmune disorder that affects multiple organs in your body, Lupus can sometimes have negative effects on your skin. Depending on the type of lupus that you have, your dermatologist can properly evaluate...

Going into the nail salon to get your toenails and fingernails painted and one every few weeks can seem like a real treat. And although pampering yourself never hurt anyone, the germs and bacteria that are in your nail salon might. According to one study, 52 percent of women who go...

Dr. Yamauchi was featured in a Zwivel article called “The Best Emollients to Safely Soothe Dry and Damaged Skin,” where he discusses everything about emollients, how they can help improve the appearance of skin conditions, and what emollient products he recommends. Curious about what emollients are and how they can...

If you feel like you’re losing the hair on your head because you’re overly stressed about your kids, job, finances, or anything else, it may actually be happening. Although you may have thought that “losing the hair on my head” is just an expression, it’s something that can occur because...

Dr. Paul Yamauchi was featured in an article for Reader’s Digest called “12 Diseases You Didn’t Know You Could Get on Vacation,” where he discusses the possible dangers you didn’t know you should worry about while vacationing and the steps you can take to avoid them. Learn what to do...

As a part of our Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center, the Clinical Science Institute has been around for the past decade. By conducting research and clinical trials, our state of the art center provides treatment for various diseases like rosacea, acne, skin cancer, and eczema. So, what are the benefits of...

When it comes to having the perfect flawless skin that you’ve always wanted, it takes a little more work than using the right skin care. Here at Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center, we have a variety of skin treatments to help give patients the skin of their dreams. One...

Fillers have gained popularity for their ability to plump up lips and fill in fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth, but here at Dermatology Institute and Skin Care Center, we offer two different injectables that are worth learning more about: Kybella and Botox. When it comes to Kybella and...

Nobody wants to shake hands with someone with a handful of warts— even if they are five years old. Even though warts are most common among young children, adults are still susceptible to getting them all across their body— all the way from their hands to their feet. To help...

Having good skin doesn’t come easy or naturally for most people. Whether You suffer from acne, dryness, hyperpigmentation, or anything else, there are a few basic that you can do to have healthier, happier skin.   Wash Your Face With Soap Yes, it’s true that those over-the-counter facial cleansing towels are...

In the article, “Can Fordyce Spots Be Dangerous? We Asked the Docs,” Dr. Christine Kim discusses whether or not fordyce spots are something to be worried about. You can read the article here.  

If you look at Kim Kardashian, all you will see is a perfect complexion that in many cases has been photoshopped. One thing that you likely won’t see, however, is her psoriasis. Psoriasis is a condition that causes dry, itchy patches to form all across the body and scalp. If you...

Retin-A is one of those miracle creams that we at Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center recommend for some patients who have active acne, acne scars, and fine lines and wrinkles. And although Retin-A can work wonders on most patients skin, it can also cause drying, redness, and some irritation....

Winter— you either love it or hate it. And although colder temperatures make it feel more magical during the holiday season, they can also cause your skin to dry out and become chapped. And although you can lather on more and more moisturizer, there are a few other tricks that you can...

With the holidays just around the corner, your mind is probably on spending time with friends and family— both of which are important. However, many people neglect to take care of all parts of their lives during the holidays— including their skin— which leaves them more prone to acne breakouts,...

If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin, nothing can be quite as spooky as putting on oil-based face paint or makeup for Halloween. Notorious for causing rashes and further breakouts, face paint and costume makeup can make you want to hide inside from the trick or treaters. To help you enjoy...

Having long, beautifully manicured nails is one way to get closer to being the 4th Kardashian sister. But, if you have yellow, brittle nails, you’re going to resemble a wicked witch more than anything. Nail fungus is a common condition that we at Dermatology Institute & Skin Care Center see...

There are a few things you don’t hit the beach or pool without a swimsuit, a towel, and some sunscreen— just about everything else is optional. However, although it’s essential to wear sunscreen on a hot summer day, it’s equally as important to protect your skin all year around. This...

One of the best things that you can do for your skin— other than wearing sunscreen every day— is to conduct regular cancer self- screening or evaluations. By being able to spot a new freckle or mole, and identify any changes or abnormalities, you will have a better chance of...

If you have facial hair, the good news (for men, anyway) is that beards aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. However, just because you have a beard, it doesn’t mean that there isn’t any upkeep involved anymore. If you are the type of man who is prone to getting nasty ingrown...

For many of our patients, one of the areas they feel most self-conscious about is an area that can’t be improved with diet, exercise, Botox or fillers: the underneath side of the chin. In fact, those who have worked hard to lose weight are particularly disappointed to see that they...

With summer just around the corner, you are likely fantasizing about enjoying the warm weather, laying out at the pool, and eating yummy summer foods like hot dogs and watermelon. However, if you’re not quite bikini ready, you may be dreading certain portions of the warmer months. Luckily, with a...