Skin Cancer Prevention & Treatment
More than 40 percent of all cancers diagnosed and nearly half of all cancer deaths in the U.S. can be attributed to preventable causes, according to the American Association for Cancer Research. This would include excessive sun exposure as it relates to skin cancer. February is National Cancer Prevention Month, and the focus is on…
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10 Minutes Can Save Your Life: Self-Skin Exams
Let’s be blunt about the bad news: nearly 20 Americans die from melanoma every day. It can appear without warning. It spreads to lymph nodes and internal organs. It can show up anywhere on the body – even the scalp, eyelids, and under fingernails. “Any kind of cancer is scary, but the good news for…
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Which Laser Is Right For You? A Guide To Lasers
It’s a tradition: in the new calendar year, we inevitably think about how to renew ourselves. Whether it’s what we eat, what we wear, or even a new career, January is a month for introspection and goal-setting. If improving your appearance is one of your goals – for whatever reason – you may have thought…
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Are you ready for your underarm laser hair removal treatment?
If you’re tired of shaving or waxing your underarms, you’re not alone. Whether this is a daily habit or a monthly scheduled appointment, many adults wish they could get rid of hair under their arms once and for all. Patients in or around Palo Alto, California, can do just that with laser hair removal services…
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Benefits of the Clear and Brilliant Procedure
Clear and Brilliant is an innovative, minimally invasive skincare treatment. It battles the effects of aging, large pores, and pigmentation and is used for acne, oily skin, redness, and other issues with the skin. This laser treatment is customized to individual needs and provides comprehensive cosmetic enhancement by delivering targeted energy. If you are thinking…
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Your guide to injectable facial fillers in San Mateo, CA: Hyaluronic Acid-based vs. collagen stimulators
Our skin gets its youthful plumpness, elasticity, and glow from beneficial proteins and molecules such as Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and collagen. As we age, our bodies produce less HA and collagen naturally. It’s estimated that collagen is lost at a rate of 1% each year after age 21. By age 50, our skin contains 30%…
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Obtain healthy skin with cosmetic dermatology services in San Mateo, CA
Sun damage, exposure to environmental toxins, and simply growing older can all take a toll on our skin. Fortunately, with the latest aesthetic technologies, rejuvenating and restoring the youthful appearance of your skin has never been easier or more effective. In fact, with many of the cosmetic dermatology services at the Allura Skin and Laser…
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San Mateo, CA laser treatment for unwanted hair removal is gentle; a no-hassle way to get lasting smoothness
Unwanted hair can arise almost anywhere. As a specialty practice that includes board-certified dermatologists, Drs Bruce Maltz, Carie Chui, and Meghan Hession, Allura Skin and Laser Center offers unwanted hair removal treatment from its San Mateo, CA office that is: Well-tolerated Precise Time-tested Safe Gets results Long-lasting Fast Appropriate for many skin types Can be…
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The power of IPL photo facial rejuvenation treatment in San Mateo, CA for many signs of sun damage, aging
We’re fortunate to live in the “Sun Belt.” Sunnier days tend to produce “sunnier” moods, possibly because of the ability to comfortably enjoy all the San Francisco Bay Area has to offer! However, as dermatologists, Drs Bruce Maltz, Carie Chui, and Meghan Hession know that ultraviolet light from the sun’s rays can be destructive without…
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Preparing for laser hair removal, so you can enjoy lasting results, an easy process in San Mateo CA
You shouldn’t be stuck inside shaving, waxing, or dealing with stinky depilatory creams when you could be outside enjoying all the Bay Area has to offer. Allura Skin & Laser Center is happy to provide treatment that helps you get the most of your day: the advanced GentleMax™ laser system to remove unwanted hair. Preparing…
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