Question: “My lips are thinning with age but I don’t want to look of fake with those over plumped up lips I see. What are some tips for natural appearing lip plumping?”The mistake many patients make (and many physicians too) is choosing to focus ONLY on the lip itself. Youthful full lips, the ones that people find sexy and appealing,...

Curious about which treatments get great patient feedback? Our Los Angeles patient family is particular. Here are some of the most popular non-surgical treatments: Loose, inelastic skin is an inevitable side effect of aging. Another BIG concern is hypepigmentation. Nearly everyone ends up with spots or discoloration that become difficult to erase. Ultherapy comes to the rescue with non-surgical ultrasound...

Once you have received your microneedling treatment, there are a few things you can do to ensure your results last as long as possible. To help with aftercare, Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald will give you detailed instructions based on your skin type and treatment levels. By carefully following these steps, you will be able to enjoy your rejuvenated skin for much...

Summer is almost here. If you’re planning on enjoying the long, sunny days we typically experience in the Beverly Hills area, you’ll need to take some steps to protect your skin from sun damage. The sun’s UV rays can result in the development of wrinkles, age spots and skin cancer. It’s crucial that you do your part to provide your...

Having some knowledge about how you and your dermatologist can help your skin stay healthy and smooth is pretty empowering. Our Skin Guides provide much of the need-to-know on how to keep your skin looking fresh, clear and healthy. Possible treatment options are included if your desired outcomes are beyond what you can do at home. Our very cool SmartSkin Guides...

  Good skincare habits can't start too soon. Today's teens are very curious about how to keep their skin looking healthy and smooth. Starting them off with clean skin care that's simple yet comprehensive helps them get off to the riight start. Tweens and teens require formulas that balance and promote clarity. Adults need formulas that hydrate and protect against...

Stress-less Laser Toning Are you looking in the mirror and seeing vague discoloration in your skin? Are you confused about what types of procedures get results with the lowest risk and the quickest results? Introducing Laser Toning with pico second technology – and yes, this deserves a big “ta dah”! Laser for me? Should I? Recapturing even-toned skin and wiping...

Your lifestyle plays a major role in the condition of your skin. Eating well and taking care of your body can help promote healthy, beautiful skin. Conversely, an unhealthy lifestyle can contribute to the development of unwanted skin issues. Most common practices are simple to change. Lack of sleep Poor diet Ignoring sun protection Insufficient hydration (how many of us...

Have you been using creams and lotions to try to stave off the facial sagging that accompanies age? If so, you may feel like your efforts to reverse the sagging are without success. When nearing middle age, many people begin to notice facial drooping creeping up on them. So is a surgical facelift the only option? Fortunately, no! Ultherapy acts...

More and more, people–young and old–are getting BOTOX. It is not hard to imagine why. BOTOX is a convenient and minimally invasive procedure that can have long-lasting effects. If you want to optimize your BOTOX results, it’s important to know the dos and don’ts of BOTOX recovery. The Dos Do Follow Your Doctor’s Instructions It is normal to research to...

Actinic keratosis is a direct result of repeated sun exposure. It doesn't show up until later years and can often be a surprise when it does. Besides the displeasing appearance and feel, actinic keratosis can be a suggestion that skin cancer could follow. Not all AKs become skin cancer, but it's smart to have them checked by a dermatologist who...

Radiesse® is a long-lasting, effective dermal filler. Although you may be familiar with the most common ways Radiesse is used (to soften the creases around the nose and corners of the mouth), here are 5 other treatment areas that may surprise you: Nose. Radiesse is sometimes referred to as the "lunchtime nose job," or the "15-minute nose job." Without any...

In Los Angeles, not only do we take a beating with the traffic, but our skin can suffer assault from near-relentless sun exposure, often resulting in red splotchy areas, little visible veins, and an unfriendly environment for those who suffer from Rosacea. Self-management can help, but laser technology is the tool that works every time. Amidst many options, the Vbeam Laser offers...

"I love being a mom! But I want to take care of myself too. Finding skin treatments that don't take up half my day - which I don't have to spare - is a challenge. What do you suggest?" Those little ones certainly demand and deserve your attention. We've given consideration to your already tight schedule and have chosen some...

Sagging AND Skin Aging? When you look in the mirror and you see aging skin and sagging, the most frequent thought that passes your mind is , “Gee, maybe I should see a plastic surgeon.”  Well, you can do that. And you’ll probably get a nice new face. But if the idea of surgery simply has you rolling your eyes, then there ARE...

Acne is something to be expected during adolescence. And, for many people, it diminishes quickly as hormones regulate and skin care routines improve. So why is it that, well into their 40s and 50s, some people continue to experience this issue? The truth is, the things that cause acne during adolescence are the exact same things that cause it in...

Medical Exfoliation with the Kind Touch of SilkPeel (Now Diamond Glow) Microdermasion has been around for a long time. And it’s stayed out front and center because exfoliating your skin has proven to provide a host of benefits. Dead skin cells accumulate, making it hard for your pores to do their job. Dead skin cells are dull since they don’t hold moisture....

Winter is the perfect time to rejuvenate and revitalize your skin since you’re inside more often and wearing warmer clothing so that you can protect treated skin more easily. For individuals with darker skin tones, addressing concerns such as acne scarring and accumulated sun damage requires specialized treatments that cater to the unique characteristics of diverse skin types. “Ethnic” or...

With the winter holidays fast approaching, how will you look and feel your best? BOTOX® Cosmetic offers facial rejuvenation without surgery or downtime. Here are 4 reasons to consider it this holiday season: 1. Fast. Not only is the BOTOX® appointment itself completed relatively quickly, but the results themselves are seen right away. The immediate results continue to improve over...

The winter months bring drier weather, even in warm climates such as Los Angeles. Unfortunately, this dry weather can wreak havoc on your skin. The following provides you with some easy tips to help keep your skin healthy and hydrated. Use a humidifier at night Don't linger too long in a hot shower or bath Apply moisturizers while your skin...

Prolonged sun exposure leads to wrinkles, pigmentation, redness, changes in skin texture, and a generalized “aged” appearance that has nothing to do with your actual age. Let’s take a look at different ways you can fight back against sun damage from prevention to addressing the symptoms. What You Can Do To Fight Sun Damage Before It Happens  Studies have shown that consistent, daily...

There is no wrong or right age for dermal fillers. If you are an adult and you want to stave off or reduce the signs of aging, then dermal fillers may be right for you. The only way to know for sure is to schedule a consultation with experienced dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald. Dr. Fitzgerald offers a wide array of...

Acne is a troublesome condition that increasingly is not just a problem for teens. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, more women are getting acne in their 30s and older. It's a problem for adult men as well. At the office of Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald, every day people ask us what they can do about their acne scars. We...

How Can I Make My Jawline Look Slimmer? Scores of women are rushing to dermatologists, complaining of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (or TMJ), which is the latest excuse for getting neuromodulators like Botox injected into the jaw…But for a perfectly defined jawline that defies gravity and enhances any profile, Botox is just the beginning. Marie Claire recently featured an article on...

"Madeline gets tan in an hour. It takes me all summer!” Not all skin is born equal. Some of us can get a golden tan in an hour with little sun damage and others can work at it all summer and end up only faintly beige – with a host of sun damage that shows up for decades. Why? The climates...

If you have unsightly skin conditions, you've probably considered laser skin rejuvenation at some point. One concern Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald often hears from people interested in laser skin treatments is the matter of downtime. If you're a busy professional, it may not be easy to take multiple days off work to recover from a laser skin procedure. That's where PICO...

If you experience facial redness – whether caused by rosacea or another issue – it can feel really devastating. No one likes to have a badly blushed face, especially on a daily basis! Living every day with facial redness can be addressed with various treatments at Dr. Rebecca Fitzgerald’s practice. One of our patient favorites is the Vbeam laser. This...

You hear and read about sunscreen every day. The word is protect, protect, protect. Although Southern Californians have a love affair with the sun, it's a one-way affair. Ultraviolet light from the sun causes an array of damage to your skin. Those brown spots? Thank old Sol. Same with the tiny thread veins on your cheeks and nose, the rough...

Breaking out from your mask? Here's why and what to do. Wearing a mask can lead to acne mechanica, a form of acne triggered by excess heat, pressure, friction or rubbing of the skin. This breakdown of the skin’s barrier allows bacteria to enter the skin creating the perfect environment for an acne breakout. Some tips while wearing a mask:...

Smoker's lines, lip wrinkles, shrinking lips, old-looking neck? Where do you start? Although there are technological devices that help soften lower facial aging, often it's simple and quick to take advantage of injectables. Smokers' Lines / Lipstick Lines / Ugh This is undoubtedly one of the most troublesome aspects of aging. Even those who have never smoked often see lines...

If it seems your face is changing shape, you're right! What's going on? Facial contours are impacted by aging, gravity, genetics, and more. If you're in your 50s, you can usually readily notice the changes.  Evidence of skin laxity, volume loss, creases, and wrinkles can begin in your 30s, becoming more pronounced and evident as time passes. Steps to slow...

How do you tone and trim your midsection? Diet and exercise, right? That’s a popular idea - one that enters into any conversation about optimizing contours. And, sure, those things are important. But they are also limited in scope and cannot always correct issues brought about by genetics, long-term lifestyle choices, or the unavoidable process of aging. Are a healthy...

Getting Your Vitamin D Did you know most of the Vitamin D you need is synthesized through your skin’s response to sunlight? Many people living in sunny areas of the country like California can get enough vitamin D from about 10-15 minutes of sun exposure on their arms and face a few times a week. We need Vitamin D to...

We gals love lipstick, right? But did you ever consider that lipstick might be damaging the delicate skin of your lips? Long ago, makeup and lipstick were flat-out toxic – lead was a basic ingredient back in the days of the Egyptians and it makes you wonder if that had anything to do with the average lifespan! From WebMD “…Over the...

Injectables are a great non-surgical way to improve your facial appearance and can even treat issues such as excessive sweating and migraine headaches. However, BOTOX™ Cosmetic and dermal fillers provide different benefits. Our dermatologist in Los Angeles can help you determine which of the variety of injectables we offer is the best option for you. What’s the Difference Between BOTOX®...

Skin laxity is an inescapable part of the aging process. There's no telling at what age it may start for you, but diminishing levels of collagen and elastin will eventually catch up. Of course, some behaviors, like unprotected sun exposure, tobacco use, and significant weight fluctuations, can contribute to earlier skin laxity or contribute to its progression. Still, even the...

Imagine your ideal tropical vacation -- the hot sun beating down on a sandy beach and a cool breeze blowing in from the ocean and through the palm trees, while you lounge on a chair and soak it in. Now imagine that without the embarrassment of unsightly vascular skin conditions, like broken blood vessels, rosacea or spider veins. That's where...

Prevention truly is the ounce that limits the need for a pound of cure. Sun damage is sneaky. You "think" those beach days and poolside afternoons are just giving you a nice tan, but in effect, a tan is your body's attempt to protect itself from the damage of the sun's UVA and UVB rays. The UVB rays are the...

Will Microdermabrasion Hurt? Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatment that uses microcrystals to remove the dead, dry skin cells on the surface of your face and reveal newer, younger-looking underlying layers of skin. The microdermabrasion treatments can be performed during your lunch hour and completed in as little as 20 minutes. Our cosmetic dermatologists and Aestheticians offer Diamond Glow...

Wrinkles are not all the same. They show up for different reasons, too. Whether you are a constant frowner or even a constant smiler or simply aging as we all do, we end up with wrinkles on our faces. There are two types of wrinkles and they are treated very differently. Dynamic. These wrinkles are primarily present when you move...

If you are considering laser treatment to reduce or eliminate wrinkles, scars, or pigmentation spots, Fraxel might be the best choice. As the name implies, Fraxel lasers target a fraction of the skin during each treatment session. This fractional skin resurfacing treatment helps stimulate collagen and elastin growth. The result is smoother skin with fewer wrinkles, scars, and overly pigmented...

Less makeup and more naturally beautiful skin? Who doesn't want that? All the wonderful sunny California days can take away the glow your skin used to have. Instead you're faced with roughness, discoloration and a sort of dull and spotty complexion. It can get discouraging to watch your skin change - especially when you feel you've made good choices in...

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...