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The Down & Dirty on Blackheads

November 10, 2016

Blackheads are a form of non-inflammatory acne called “open comedones.” Basically, a mix of sebum (oil) and skin cells get caught in the pores and oxidize, forming the characteristic brown–black color of comedones. Number one rule when you have a blackhead is don’t pick at it! If you pick a blackhead, the area around the hair follicle and oil gland may get inflamed. This inflammation or trauma, the mix of sebum or skin cells, and

Eliminating Double Chin Fat with Kybella

August 9, 2016

There are a few areas where the body can store fat that are difficult to get rid of with healthy diets and workouts alone – and the submentum, or area under the chin, is definitely one of those areas. Luckily, there is Kybella! Check out our deal that we are offering for Kybella this month in celebration of all of the success we have had so far with patients and eliminating the dreaded “double chin.”

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Cellfina: Right candidate for treating cellulite

June 7, 2016

This month, I am featured in InStyle Magazine talking about the new Cellfina Treatment to get rid of cellulite. We are very excited to be one of a few practices in the local area to offer Cellfina! The Cellfina System is the only FDA-cleared minimally invasive procedure that has been clincally proven to improve the appearance of cellulite for at least two years. This treatment specifically targets stubborn, discrete dimple-like cellulite. The results are superb

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Restylane Lyft Liquid Facelift in San Diego

April 18, 2016

April is here and we have so many wonderful things happening at Art of Skin MD to share with our patients! Many of which refers to specials happening with Restylane and Restylane Lyft. Art of Skin MD is honored to be a part of the national Restylane Lyft campaign. I was selected as the physician injector for the model used in the national ad campaign that appears in national print ads this year. Restylane Lyft

Glowing Skin: Harper’s Bazaar Features Dr. Palm

April 4, 2016

First, Art of Skin MD continues to be trailblazing when it comes to cosmetic trends for Spring and getting glowing skin. This month, I am featured as an expert that spills the secrets on getting glowing skin. In the April issue of Harper’s Bazaar on newsstands now, you can get my dermatology secrets to amazing skin with topical skin care products. In this two page feature, I divulge some of my favorite secrets to glowing

Cellfina buttocks and thigh cellulite treatment San Diego at Art of Skin

March 14, 2016

Art of Skin MD is proud to unveil Cellfina, the newest FDA-cleared device for treatment of cellulite on the buttocks and thighs. Unlike other devices on the market, Cellfina offers long lasting results of at least 2 years, and likely longer. We were proud to unveil this technology as a “2016 what to watch for” for cosmetic surgery innovations debuting this year. See me, Dr. Melanie Palm, discuss this effective treatment for dimpling cellulite in

Vanquish radiofrequency fat reduction: Beat the Belly Bulge without pain or downtime!

Vanquish fat removal love handles, San Diego

January 19, 2016

Vanquish has a new improved platform called Vanquish ME, allowing for more effective radio frequency treatment of fat in the tummy and love handle region. That spare tire around the abdomen and flanks can be effectively treated with no pain, no downtime, and no contact with Vanquish ME. San Diego Living CW6 featured me (Dr. Palm) and Art of Skin MD as the practice for expertise in Vanquish ME. Watch the clip below! Vanquish fat

Kybella Injection – Dissolve Chin Fat in San Diego

November 24, 2015

Kybella (deoxycholic acid) is a recently FDA-approved product to treat the double chin. The product is injected under the jawline to improve contour of the lower face. Unwanted fat in the neck area underneath the chin is called “submental fullness” and is the area cleared for treatment at this time with Kybella. In the clinical trial, over 1000 patients were injected with up to 4 monthly injections to the submental area (area of the neck underneath

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Pumpkin Peel & ResurFX for Holiday Skin

November 18, 2015

Thanksgiving is almost upon us and that means everything holiday including everything PUMPKIN!!! Pumpkin lattes, candles, and pies scent the air, so why not enjoy this yummy scent with a fabulous facial peel ripe for the fall season? Read on to understand the benefits of our new pumpkin peel…

Do It Yourself (DIY) Tips – Home Remedy Sunburn Relief

July 27, 2015

Sunny days in San Diego, California mean ample exposure with the sun. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure, or lack of good sunscreens, can cause a nasty sunburn. When you get a sunburn, your skin turns red and hurts. If the burn is severe, you can develop swelling and sunburn You may even feel like you have the flu — feverish, with chills, nausea, headache, and weakness. A few days later, your skin will start peeling and itching as your body tries to rid

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