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Living behind a mask means a lot of things. First, it helps keep us and others safer. Second, it hides part of our identity. Your eyes have taken on a new prominence in communicating with those around you. Now's the time you may be noticing eyelids that are heavier, with more wrinkles and hooding. Your brow might look a little...

Age spots, liver spots, or sun spots: whatever you call them, you probably don’t want them! Age spots aren’t actually directly caused by age. Instead, these patches of discoloration on your skin are caused by years and years of sun exposure. They may appear as you age, as the accumulation of sun damage is laid bare. The natural decline in...

The temperate, Mediterranean climate of Los Angeles means we're spared the harsh, cold winters and abrupt seasonal changes that other parts of the country experience. Nonetheless, the coming of Spring is the perfect time to take stock of your skincare routine, rid yourself of what isn’t serving you, and begin to attain the skin care goals you’ve set for yourself....

Patient of Rebecca Fitzgerald Dermatology – Fraxel Fraxel’s the gold-standard all around laser for improving skin texture, tone and radiance. Treatments are tailored to your skin’s condition and existing problems. The addition of PRP (platelet rich plasma) accelerates the recovery process and adds nutrient-rich growth factors which further increase the benefits of your laser treatment. Fraxel Treatment Explained Video <br...

If you are a novice to laser treatment for improvement to skin rejuvenation, Clear+Brilliant Laser may be an ideal first step into the benefits of laser for a wide array of skin problems. Or if you have minimal problems with pigment or roughness, think of Clear + Brilliant as a level-up from chemical peels or microdermabrasion. Clear+Brilliant is a gentler...

Varicose veins can make you feel very self-conscious about your legs. These bulging veins are usually deep purple in color. Varicose veins can cramp and ache, or they may cause numbness in that area. If you have smaller, wispier leg veins, you may have spider veins. This second type is generally less noticeable than the former. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald is...

Determining what fillers will give you the best results takes more than a cursory glance. Often what might appear to be the obvious is not what the needs are at all! So much of the considerations are UNDER the skin. Cranial structure, muscle bulk (or lack of), fat loss, collagen diminishment, how the natural fat pads rest upon one another...it's...

The world of cosmetic treatments and procedures is always growing and evolving over time. While this is great to have a wide variety of treatments for our needs, it means that it can be difficult to become familiar with new procedures. Microneedling is a popular aesthetic procedure that you may be familiar with. However, Genius™ RF MicroNeedling is the next...

Sun damage, red spots, and enlarged pores can be embarrassing and unsightly. When they occur on your face, they can be hard to hide. These effects of aging don't have to be permanent, though. A broadband light (BBL) photofacial could help alleviate these issues in a gentle, non-invasive outpatient procedure. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald wants her Beverly Hills, Larchmont, and Los...

Once again the annual Women of Larchmont issue of The Larchmont Chronicle kindly nudges me to take stock of the past year. And when I reflect on the whirlwind that it’s been, training other physicians stands out as one of the most gratifying experiences of the past twelve months. In May I headed to Australia and in one week trained...

It’s seldom a single procedure that fulfills the dreams and wishes we have for looking better. Dermatology today is almost on the level of a Julia Child cookbook for creating recipes for facial rejuvenation. Getting a long-lasting and natural-looking appearance update or improvement frequently involves an array or treatments and even some implementation of products. We have Botox, Daxxify, Dysport,...

Leg veins such as varicose veins and spider veins are often frustrating and embarrassing. These unsightly streaks on your lower legs likely prevent you from wearing shorts, sundresses or putting on a swimsuit, but they may also cause you pain. Varicose veins typically come with symptoms such as aching, throbbing legs that bruise easily, itch, or burn. Dermatologists typically treat...

I know sunscreens are the best way to protect my skin from aging. How can I make sure I’m getting the maximum benefits? “I can’t tell you how often I hear patients say, ‘I’m never in the sun.’ Even if you don’t lay out by a pool or on the beach, if you live on the planet Earth, especially in the city...

This summer's heatwave is exhausting. It's also exhausting for your skin! Here are a few tips to help your skin thru the heat and recover from it! If you can skip makeup, do. Your body needs to sweat and the pores need to be open. Most makeup is long-wear and can act like a slightly occlusive layer. A lightweight tinted...

If you suffer from unsightly acne scars, there are several acne scar treatments available that can restore your skin to its natural beauty. To find a treatment type that’s suitable for you, it’s best to consult with our experienced dermatologists. Rebecca Fitzgerald Dermatology can help create a custom treatment plan that meets your individual needs. The best way to reduce...

November is National Health Skin Month, and at our comfortable Los Angeles office, we have everything you need to achieve and maintain the healthiest and most radiant skin of your life. Whether you’re interested in addressing a long-term issue or simply looking to rejuvenate your appearance, Dr. Fitzgerald and our highly skilled and experienced team are here to help you...

Getting ready to “go bare” – An annual pre-summer challenge. How we all would love to have little kid skin again! Just fresh, clear smooth skin… With summer not that far away, we’re going to have to shed the long sleeves, winter scarves, and cute boots. That leaves a whole lot of bare skin…and for some, a whole lot of problems. Here’s a...

A double chin is one of the most frustrating parts of getting older and gaining weight. Diet and exercise do little to address this small area, so many men and women choose plastic surgery such as liposuction or non-surgical alternatives such as Kybella® injections to reduce and eliminate fat beneath their chin. However, the makers of CoolSculpting™ have developed an...

Dermal fillers are amazing. Capable of addressing several age-related aesthetic concerns, these little powerhouses can lift, smooth, and contour the face for optimal symmetry and ageless beauty – all without incisions, sutures, or lengthy downtime. However, while dermal fillers are, generally speaking, remarkably safe and effective, not each type of filler is ideal for every need. That's why we offer a comprehensive...

  Fraxel DUAL is a laser therapy that targets typical aging symptoms on the face, such as wrinkles, sun damage, and hyperpigmentation. This non-invasive method combines cutting-edge fractional laser technology with potent topical medications to provide dramatic results in a single session. Fraxel DUAL may offer you a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance with better texture and tone with little to...

A new year waits just around the corner. Isn't it time you got the rejuvenated, clear skin you've been wishing for? Acne scars can be a really difficult thing to live with. It's bad enough having to live with acne-prone skin, but any scars left behind can be devastating. You may be well into adulthood and still suffering from this...

  If you want to rejuvenate your skin, you have a plethora of options to choose from that can remove scars and wrinkles, eliminate sun damage, or revive sluggish skin. Two of the most popular such treatments at Rebecca Fitzgerald Dermatology are SkinPen microneedling and Genius RF Microneedling, each with its strengths. The following is a guide to help you choose...

If you would like to reverse the signs of facial aging and restore a more youthful appearance, dermal fillers may be the right solution to achieve your goals. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald offers a wide range of filler options, allowing us to customize your treatment plan to address your unique individual needs. As an internationally respected expert on dermal fillers and...

  CoolSculpting is a truly innovative device. Using cooling technology, it essentially freezes targeted fat cells to get rid of them, permanently. This painless, non-surgical treatment eliminates extra fat in a wide range of areas: Abdominal fat Bra bulge Love handles Saddlebags Upper arm fat Fat around the inner or outer thighs The treatment itself is painless and simple. You'll...

Let’s face it – plastic surgery isn’t for everyone. While liposuction is an effective way to get rid of stubborn pockets of fat that have been resistant to diet and exercise, it is also major surgery. Fortunately, you don’t have to go under the knife to experience these benefits. If you prefer a nonsurgical way to eliminate your unwanted fat,...

As we age, our skin naturally begins to grow lax and sag. Ultherapy is a non-invasive, FDA-approved procedure performed to lift and tighten skin on the brow, chin, neck, and décolletage. Using advanced ultrasound technology, this procedure targets structural layers deep below the skin’s surface, lifting and tightening the skin naturally, without surgery or downtime. Ultherapy is safe and effective...

If you experience melasma, hyperpigmentation, freckles, acne scars, or dark spots from sun exposure, a Cosmelan peel may be the perfect solution to restore your skin’s youthful tone and texture. Rebecca Fitzgerald Dermatology offers the most advanced and effective skin treatments available today. We have been providing cosmetic dermatology services to patients throughout the Los Angeles area for more than...

Acne can be painful and painfully embarrassing. It's the most common skin condition in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, more than 50 million Americans annually deal with acne, and it affects 85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24. Some people can successfully treat their acne with over-the-counter medications. Others outgrow it...

Ready for instant gratification? Juvederm Voluma XC creates immediate results – as in you’ll leave the office looking younger – plus has remarkable staying power – for up to 24 months. After five years of anticipating FDA approval, Allergan, the company that brought us Botox, released the gel filler to a select group of physicians in the US. I was...

Your skin can be a reflection of health and vitality - or not. As you age, your skin develops lines, wrinkles, and various scarring or discoloration. Deciding on what types of treatments that do what you want can get a little confusing. We're often asked the difference between microneedling and microdermabrasion. Microneedling and microdermabrasion have unique benefits and can restore...

Enlarged masseter muscles can produce a bulky and masculine jawline – one that seems almost etched in stone – and detract from the softer, more feminine qualities many women desire. Masseter muscle enlargement may be a result of bruxism (tooth grinding), an often unconscious consequence of stress and anxiety. Pronounced jaw muscles may also be the result of genetics, unavoidable...

Have you been considering laser treatment for some time and now you’re ready to get started? Have you had laser treatments before but you’re ready to try something new? In both of these scenarios and others, Fraxel may be a great option! Fraxel is ideal for treating: Uneven skin tone Uneven skin texture Brown spots and age spots Sun damage...

Skin Temper Tantrums Rosacea can be like a defiant teen at times. Just when you need your skin to behave, it decides to glow like Rudolph and break out. In some ways, you can liken Rosacea to skin temper tantrums. No cure, but you can control So what do you do? Rosacea is chronic – meaning it’s a condition that...

There are so many dermal filler options available, that it can be confusing to know which one is best for your particular needs. Is Juvederm Volbella good for lip augmentation? What's the difference between Restylane Silk and Restylane Lyft*? To be perfectly honest, the skill of your injector matters more than the exact type of filler you decide on. That...

Dr. Fitzgerald Video – Cosmetically Filling the Face Gaining an understanding of what's happening beneath the surface is key to understanding how to get the results you want from fillers. Done right, the outcomes can be exceptionally natural looking. Done wrong you can waste money and not look at all the way you intended. In this video, Dr. Fitzgerald explains...

Is Ultherapy the new facelift alternative? “I’d be hard-pressed to find a patient who isn’t interested in combating wrinkles and sagging skin without surgery. So when we began offering Ultherapy, I knew we had a powerful new option in our hands,” Dr. Fitzgerald shares. The treatment is the first of its kind to use ultrasound technology to allow treatment providers to...

In California, anyone with an MD license can treat the skin. That leaves the field wide open to physicians who have not had the level of education and training that goes into becoming a Board Certified Dermatologist.  Our practice proudly boasts the inclusion of three Board Certified Dermatologists with collective experience spanning decades. Our Family Nurse Practitioner has special training...

A double chin - you can’t exercise it away and even if it’s purely weight-related, it’s often diet resistant. The simplest way to alter a true double chin is through facial contouring treatments. While being overweight can be a factor, it is not the only cause of significant amounts of submental fat or sagging skin. Generally, a double chin (or...

Have you ever wished you could see all the best skincare options on one trusted webpage? Well, we invite you to visit our store page! At our store, shop all our favorite brands, with a seemingly endless array of products to choose from. Brands include: Colorescience SkinCeuticals Alastin Skincare ZO Skin Health SkinMedica And many more! These brands offer skin...

Ultherapy – Ultrasound Therapy​ While Ultherapy may not be the golden ticket for everyone, it certainly is gaining more followers. Who This Works Best For There are no true age limits on either end for Ultherapy, but we’re finding that the fastest and most definitive results land in the 30′s to early 50's range. More mature patients may require a 2nd...

Injectables are the leading non-surgical treatment option for wrinkles; dermal fillers for fine lines allow you to rejuvenate your appearance without the need to pay for unnecessary invasive procedures. Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald provides the leading injectable treatments to help you address concerns with fine lines around the nose, mouth, and eyes. But which one is right for you? It depends on the location of...

Patient age 36 before and after Ultherapy - Source Ultherapy.com Are you looking for a way to rewind the years without going under the knife? Ultherapy could be the ideal treatment for you. It is a cutting-edge therapy that uses ultrasonic technology and is aimed at helping fight the effects of aging with the least amount of downtime and the most success....

At Rebecca Fitzgerald MD Dermatology, your skincare and overall health are our top concerns. While we are able to treat several conditions that are caused by sun damage, the primary and most effective way to prevent potentially permanent and life-threatening conditions is through prevention. Here are a few sun protection tips that will help make for a fun summer and...

  When should I see my derm and when can I just go to the drugstore? I have patients in my office for all kinds of reasons. We all wear a lot of skin and there are thousands of problems with malfunctions and how skin looks. Spots, dots, wrinkles, rashes, zits… How do you decide what’s “dermatologist-visit-worthy” and what you...

The sun is a spectacular ball of energy. Necessary for life and serving as a helpful light, our megastar brightens our days and warms our bodies. For our skin, however, particularly unprotected skin, the sun isn’t so very good. It can be downright harmful. The sun produces three types of ultraviolet (UV) light: UVA, UVB, and UVC. The latter never...

Sagging skin, fine lines, and wrinkles are all symptoms of the skin's aging process, and slowed collagen production is frequently to blame. As collagen production diminishes with age, skin elasticity also decreases. Fortunately, treatments like Sculptra® Aesthetic exist to restore collagen in the face, resulting in firmer, younger-looking skin. Explore how facial rejuvenation with Sculptra works below and why it is important...

Everyone's hands eventually start showing their age - from the inevitable brown spots to wrinkles to thin loose skin that allows veins to appear prominent. Aside from protecting your hands with the same diligence you use for your face with sunscreen and moisturizers, what can you do? Restylane Lyft is a simple treatment that restores more youthful plumpness to the...

  Q. “Do you have ideas about managing my skin while pregnant?” As all mothers know, sacrificing for your kids starts when you get pregnant. You expect your body to change, but your skin? Pregnancy-related skin problems like breakouts, brown patches, and stretch marks shouldn’t be part of the deal, but often they are. Acne flare-ups occur during pregnancy due...

At Rebecca Fitzgerald MD Dermatology, we know the impact your appearance has on your self-confidence  - and how certain skin conditions can be frustrating and at times embarrassing.  Dealing with sun damage, broken capillaries, brown or age spots, and sun-induced freckles can become a daily, time-consuming effort to conceal what you don't want to see. Your time is valuable and...

If you struggle with oily and congested skin, fine lines and wrinkles, or uneven skin tone, you may have considered skin rejuvenation treatments to help revitalize your appearance and renew your self-confidence. If this sounds like you, one treatment stands above the rest: HydraFacial. In just 30 to 45 minutes, HydraFacial can give you the best skin of your life...

Summer’s headed our way and we’re all starting to get very body-conscious. Although most people in LA stay in pretty good shape, even my patients dedicated to hot yoga and extreme spinning come in asking for a little help around this time of year. Real results – not just promises Since we’re only interested in treatments with very real, visible...

“I’m considering cosmetic surgery but I’m not there yet. Do you have any suggestions for me while I decide?” Cosmetic surgery. Has it crossed your mind? Most of us at one time or another think about cosmetic surgery and assume it’s something we need now or will need in the future. I’m going to let you in on something interesting… Your eye...

The Restylane family of fillers just got bigger. Restylane Kysse has made her debut. Seriously soft with the ability to move just like you naturally do, Kysse for lips (and those bothersome barcode lines) adds another dimension for softer, plumper, and more hydrated lips. Restylane Kysse is the first lip filler designed with XpresHAn Technology™ for flexible movement and natural-looking...

Jowls. The word itself is unpleasant. Their existence? Even more so. Unfortunately, droopy skin hanging off the jawline is just a part of the aging process for many of us. Of course, surgical options, like facelift surgery, can address jowls. These, however, come with incisions, risks for infection and bleeding, and the potential for scars. They also require time off...

Ask any friend who curses her saddlebags, some problem areas are more stubborn than others. With this in mind, Zeltiq Aesthetics, the maker of CoolSculpting, has just introduced the CoolSmooth Applicator. We are proud to be the only office in the area to offer this applicator that allows us to target hard-to-treat bulges. Fit for your Thighs CoolSmooth delivers the...

Losing weight can be challenging. Even the most devoted can struggle to find an effective, enjoyable, and sustainable dietary and exercise plan, leaving many looking for a "magic pill" to simplify the process. The hope that a medication or herb will assist with sustainable weight loss is strong. Strong enough that it fuels a $30+ billion industry. Sadly, some of...

One of the most popular products for the cosmetic treatment of aging symptoms on the face, BOTOX Cosmetic is well-known and well-proven. Although the results tend to last for quite a while, they are not permanent. There is also a balance between dramatic results that may last longer versus a more natural-looking enhancement that might require slightly more frequent visits....

Yes, it can. Microneedling is an excellent alternative to laser skin resurfacing that can improve fine lines, acne scars, wrinkles, trauma scars, loss of skin volume, and your skin's color and tone. It is a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure that requires little downtime. At Rebecca Fitzgerald Dermatology, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald and her team have decades of experience...

Submental fat, also known as a double chin, is incredibly common. While weight fluctuations can cause the issue, it can also be a result of genetics, aging, and even posture, making it something unavoidable in many cases. No matter its cause, a double chin will obscure the jawline and create a heavier, more aged, and less defined facial appearance, which...

Excess fat underneath the chin is a common issue impacting many men and women. This fat, which provides the appearance of a double chin, can be caused by a variety of factors including age, genetics, or weight gain. In many instances, it won’t respond to your diet and exercise efforts. Dr. Fitzgerald offers Kybella, a non-surgical injectable treatment that will...

Ultherapy is the non-surgical face-lifting treatment of choice at the Los Angeles practice of dermatologist Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD. An FDA-approved treatment for lifting and tightening tissues of the face, neck, chin, and décolletage, Ultherapy is highly effective at restoring more youthful skin without surgery. But will it work for you? The only way to know for sure is to visit...

  Some people get varicose veins simply because of family history. But anything that places pressure and weight on your legs can lead to the appearance of varicose veins: Sitting or standing for long periods Being overweight Pregnancy (because of weight and pressure placed on the legs) A sedentary lifestyle can also increase your odds of developing this vein problem....

The idea of "freezing fat" seems like one of those too-good-to-be-true claims, but this one isn't. Once you understand the science behind the process, it makes perfect sense. Discover how CoolSculpting works to reduce fat in various areas of the body. Super cold contact plates lower the temperature of fat cells so that they begin to disintegrate. The skin is...

  A Magic Bullet for Body Bulges? Los Angeles Dermatologist  Rebecca Fitzgerald satisfies her clients’ wishes for a magic bullet to banish the bulge. The fat freezing system CoolSculpting super-cools fat cells for reducing muffin tops, love handles, poochy tummies, and bra fat. Bring ‘em on! Those long resistant fat bulges have finally come to be confronted with the power of...

Wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin can make us look older than we feel. However, an often-overlooked cause of an aged appearance is the way light and shadows play across our faces as we age. Fortunately, dermal fillers can create attractive facial contours that reflect light youthfully. When certain facial areas lose volume and droop, shadows begin to appear on...

Finally, you have a completely noninvasive option for getting rid of that double chin without surgery! Fat freezing for your double chin CoolSculpting introduces the CoolSculpting Mini – FDA-cleared method to reduce the fat in your double chin. Simple fat freezing like the usual CoolSculpting, but with a small area handpiece that tucks perfectly beneath your chin. Fat doesn’t have a...

In a word: Yes! CoolSculpting Mini – the cleverly named CoolSculpting device miniaturized for treating double chins – works splendidly. Just like the larger CoolSculpting device, it works by freezing excess fat cells, which are then disposed of by your body over time. The CoolMini is simply a smaller device designed for smaller areas of the body. Here are a...

Remember the fun of making a crepe paper flower? It looked great as a craft, but not as something you'd "look good in". Crepey skin is right up there with other dreaded effects of aging, but it doesn't have to stay there. You'll find as you age, your now thinner skin easily dries out and "crinkles" in a way that resembles crepe...

CHRISTINE’S SCULPTRA EXPERIENCE ABOUT SCULPTRA Unlike other injectable products, Sculptra® is not a site-specific wrinkle filler, but rather a re-volumizing agent that restores fullness and contours to correct the signs of facial fat and bone loss (volume loss). Facial “Deflation” happens to all of us as we age. This loss of volume results in sunken cheeks and temples, accentuated facial...

Pigmentation problems can be tough to treat. When single therapies don't get the job done completely, we may recommend treatment combinations. The images below show the welcome improvements of Broad Band Light combined with Halo Hybrid Laser Combination therapies are proving to be a faster and more complete option for patients who want the best results in the shortest amount...

You may be frustrated by the presence of age spots on your skin. Concealer is sometimes effective in covering up these pesky brown spots, but many people get frustrated by the need to use a concealer every day to experience even, unmarred skin. Here are the contributing factors for age spots: Sun exposure Tanning beds Tanning lamps The main cause...

  A defined jawline can be an attractive sign of fitness, youth, and vitality. As you age, it can be harder to attain such a profile through diet and exercise alone. Some people struggle with wrinkling skin and drooping jowls which can be addressed with skin tightening, injectables or fat destruction. But what about a squared jawline when it's not...

Sun damage: It’s one of those things that many of us don’t fully appreciate until well into adulthood. You may have accumulated a lot of sun damage in your younger years but hadn’t seen the ramifications until recently. When sun damage surfaces, it may include: Brown spots Splotchy discoloration Broken capillaries and redness Wrinkles Uneven texture Roughness Loss of elasticity...

Microneedling is a safe and effective method of skin rejuvenation. Using a small, handheld device, skin needling creates tiny punctures throughout the treatment area. This stimulates your body’s natural healing response, resulting in a smoother and blemish-free complexion. Microneedling is often combined with other skin care treatments. Depending on your specific needs, adding laser skin rejuvenation or PRP injections to...

In the world of cosmetic dermatology, laser treatments are increasingly a game-changing approach. However, fear of extended downtime, redness, and swelling often holds people back from taking the first step toward better skin. That brings many people to Clear + Brilliant, a more tender laser treatment (also colloquially called "baby Fraxel" for its subtle touch, minimal downtime, and rejuvenating results). Clear...

Coffee is the most important part of the morning routine for more than half of Americans. It helps you jumpstart your day by giving you the extra oomph you need to finish that early morning project at work. Coffee is essential to many men and women, but it also causes damage to your skin, especially if you’re prone to acne...

Dr. Fitzgerald was interviewed by the local CBS station about common skin problems, the basic causes and solutions and which product levels you might need.  Top 3 Skin Problems Dry, irritated skin – Caused by lack of moisture and lack of natural oils to seal the moisture in. Look for ceramide-containing moisturizers and use mild cleansers. Acne – Caused by clogged pores....

Exposure to sunlight changes the skin in many ways. What most of us tend to notice as time goes on are mall brown or red spots on areas of the skin that are exposed. (Skin areas routinely under clothing seldom if ever develop brown spots.) Known alternately as age spots, liver spots, sun spots, and solar lentigines, these pigmented areas are...

Just as with hair, your skin can have good days and bad days. When your skin looks healthy and beautiful, it can boost your self-confidence and add a little extra pep to your step. Conversely, very few things can cause you to feel more self-conscious than your skin acting out. An unexpected acne breakout, itchy rash, or splotchy skin can...

How many of us have not looked into that magnifying mirror and felt our pores looked "huge"? Pores can appear enlarged, even when they're not, but what can you do if they ARE overly large? Enlarged pores are not harmful, but they can be unsightly and bothersome. They are often caused by a loss of collagen and elastin, causing your...

Sometimes, diet and exercise alone aren't enough to get rid of stubborn deposits of fat throughout your body. That can be frustrating, particularly if you've lost a substantial amount of weight but still struggle to achieve your ideal body contour. Liposuction could get rid of that annoying fat, but it's an invasive surgical procedure that requires downtime and a lengthy...

Hyperpigmentation, sunspots, and uneven skin tone: These are all common skin concerns affecting people of all ages and skin types. If you've tried various treatments for these conditions without success, PICO Genesis Laser might be the solution for you. PICO Genesis is a cutting-edge, dual-action laser treatment. This innovative method targets specific skin spots and mottled hyperpigmentation while simultaneously promoting...