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Summer Skin Rescue Means Great Savings, Food & Gifts

September 21, 2017

Every September, Art of Skin MD hosts our Annual Summer Skin Rescue open house event – and this year, the party promises to be better than ever! Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Dr. Melanie Palm and the entire team will open our doors here at the clinic to share the latest and greatest in cosmetic dermatology, introduce the clinic to newcomers and raffle off some pretty amazing items from a range

Eczema – Understanding “The Itch That Rashes”

September 18, 2017

Anyone who has suffered from eczema knows the feeling of burning or itching that precedes the redness and irritation to come. This usually shows up on the neck, inside of the elbows, back of the knees, lower legs and hands – and can be problematic to everyday life when not evaluated and treated by a board-certified dermatologist. A visit to your doctor can arm you with extremely helpful tips for a comprehensive skincare program to both

Behind The Scenes At Art Of Skin MD

July 19, 2017

The inner workings of an efficient medical clinic can easily be compared to that of a finely-tuned machine – with each moving piece an integral part of the whole, creating a full circle that runs as smoothly as possible. With this in mind, Dr. Palm has been very selective in who she has asked to be a part of the team at Art of Skin MD, with her focus on creating a unique, caring and overall positive experience centered

Sunscreen Breakdown – What You Need To Know

May 23, 2017

What’s in your sunscreen is just as important, if not more important as its SPF number. When deciding which sunscreen to purchase, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the multitude of choices out there. This is why Dr. Palm talked recently with Elle.com to discuss the differences between the two main “groups” of sunscreens and why one is very much superior to the other. The active ingredients in sunscreens are what separate the good from the not-so-good – and

Skin Cancer Or Just A Mole?

May 8, 2017

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and in an effort to help spread awareness, Dr. Palm was asked by Glamour Magazine to share not only her knowledge but also photos of her patients’ skin cancers for an article in their May 2017 issue. As this can often be a confusing and sometimes scary topic, Dr. Palm is passionate about breaking down the information in an effort to educate as many people as possible and encourage patients to be proactive when it

First-Time Fillers: A Patient’s Perspective

April 20, 2017

I was 31 years old when I first had Botox injections. Up until that point, I had really only done peels and facials. I’ve never liked needles, so the thought of them going into my face was not one I was fond of. However, I also was not fond of the creases between my eyebrows, so off to the dermatologist I went. And when I saw the results, I wished I had started sooner. When deciding where

The Importance of a Healthy Scalp & How To Attain Then Maintain Scalp Health

March 5, 2017

Scalp health is vital to hair growth. It’s as simple as that. The reasons, though, are a bit more complex. Here, Dr. Palm breaks down the signs our scalps give us that say they are either healthy or not-so-healthy. And if yours is saying the latter, not to worry – she also offers tips on reviving the often forgotten area. Our scalps supply the network of blood vessels that nourish the base of the hair

Restylane Refyne & Defyne – The New Fillers on the Block

March 1, 2017

Art of Skin MD is one of the first practices in the San Diego area offering Galderma’s newest members of the Restylane family that are changing the game with a very exciting new ability – flexibility. What makes this so exciting? Flexibility means a more natural look, and in the hands of the right injector, that can be game changing. Dr. Palm serves as an advisory board member, clinical investigator, national speaker and physician trainer

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Summer Skin Rescue Means Great Savings, Food & Gifts

Eczema – Understanding “The Itch That Rashes”

Behind The Scenes At Art Of Skin MD

Sunscreen Breakdown – What You Need To Know

Skin Cancer Or Just A Mole?

First-Time Fillers: A Patient’s Perspective

The Importance of a Healthy Scalp & How To Attain Then Maintain Scalp Health

Restylane Refyne & Defyne – The New Fillers on the Block

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