Stress even during normal times can take a toll on your skin. But during extraordinary times such as these, it is even more likely that the stress you are feeling can cause flare-ups of skin conditions and accelerate wear...read more
As California reopens some outdoor recreational facilities and businesses, we will all likely be spending more time wearing our masks. Whether venturing out to the grocery store or going on a hike, donning a protective mask has become as...read more
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. That means it’s time to schedule a skin cancer screening with one of our California Skin Institute board-certified dermatologists. Here are 5 things we would like you to know about skin cancer screenings:
Wash your hands. That’s become the mantra of the coronavirus pandemic. And with good reason. Washing your hands – or using hand sanitizer – is one of the most important steps you can take to help protect yourself from...read more
In the beauty scene of the 2010s, the rise of social-media fever put focus on whatever captured the most attention and likes. Trends that took off tended to be ones that performed well in selfies, blogs and...read more
Recently, one of our California Skin Institute board-certified dermatologists saw a new patient with a challenging skin issue. A vibrant woman in her 40s, she was concerned about a circle of raised red spots surrounding her mouth.
“Doctor, what is...read more
Got an itch that won’t quit? Is it below your shoulder blades and you can’t quite reach it? Do you own a long-handled back scratcher or two? Has repeated scratching created brown patches on the itchy areas?
If you answered...read more
According to organizations like The Aesthetic Society and American Society of Plastic Surgeons, men across ethnic, age and income groups are increasingly turning to modern aesthetic technology for help achieving a more muscular physique.
The following five types...read more
We’ve got another new location for you! As of January 27, 2020, our East San Jose location has officially opened its doors. CSI – East San Jose offers a wide variety of skin rejuvenation procedures such as BOTOX® and...read more
Hair loss, or alopecia, can be frustrating for kids, teens and adults alike. To add to the frustration, there are many different reasons for hair loss, leading to different management and expectations for regrowth. A visit to your...read more
Gaze into your crystal ball for 2020. Do you see fresh, youthful eyes looking back at you? Make this vision into your reality for the New Year. There are exciting and effective treatments that can help you achieve virtually...read more
Take a little cruise around Instagram and YouTube, and it’s easy to catch “DIY fever.” Women with perfect skin tout the benefits of one hot consumer “medical” treatment device or another. You can also watch demos showing how to...read more
One of December’s special days is Winter Solstice, the darkest day of the year and the official start of winter. As daylight reaches its shortest point, it’s time to be mindful of balancing your skin’s need for sun protection...read more
Here we grow again! We love a new addition to our California Skin Institute family. We are excited to announce that LuftmanMD Dermatology has joined CSI as of November 25, 2019 in the beautiful cities of Calabasas...read more