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We get it; you're tired of hearing about healthy eating. You know you should care because it's good for your skin, but what you really want is flavor—juicy, dripping, oozing yumminess. Is this too much to ask? Not at all! We know the most delicious foods for alluring skin (including chocolate). Let’s celebrate World Heath Day together by eating our way to attractive skin. We promise to recommend only scrumptious foods. 1) Go Nuts with Almonds The meatiness of almonds with their crunchy, substantial flavor is so enticing it's hard to stop with just one small handful. But that's all you need to get the health benefits of this skin-boosting food. Not only are they loaded with flavor, but they're also rich in vitamin E. This antioxidant protects your skin against inflammation and UV damage. 2) Spice it Up with Cinnamon There's nothing like the fragrant, spicy goodness of cinnamon to wake up your senses in the morning. Add it to your hot cereal, or sprinkle it on war

Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to show your mom how much you appreciate her and all the things she has done for you. We encourage you to celebrate and make things extra special for her this year. (She deserves it!) Give the gift of beauty with our top gift picks for your mom, or for any of your other favorite moms. West Dermatology Collagen Rejuvenation Serum Fortified with citrus stem cells and green tea extract, this serum leaves skin youthful and vibrant. Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar For the mom that loves her cosmetic dermatology treatments, this one’s for her! Skin Nectar strengthens the skin and supports faster recovery from IPL, laser and chemical peels). SkinCeuticals Tri-Peptide-R Neck Repair Helps fortify the neck’s fragile skin to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and firms up neck skin. Isdin Hydrating Gel Foot Oil Hydrating gel oil that repairs and hydrates dry, cracked feet. Nutrafol Hair Growth Serum Lightweight, leave in hair serum that suppor

It’s sometimes hard to gauge how much skincare product to use. You don’t want to use too much or too little. You want that “Goldilocks” amount that’s “just right.” Most People use too Much Product We all tend to over-apply our skincare products without even thinking about it. Maybe we subconsciously think the extra product will give us extra-good skin, but it doesn't work like that. The Right Amount If you think of how much skincare product to apply in terms of fruit, it’s pretty easy to keep things straight. Imagine the smallest amount as a pomegranate seed. It’s just enough to tap onto your face. · Pomegranate Seed Size Retinols and serums are effective in the tiniest pomegranate-seed amount. You want to use enough product to get the full benefit, but not so much that your skin turns red or dries out. Start small and build up to what your skin can tolerate. The retinol you  buy from your dermatologist  is stronger than over-the-counter retinol, so a little goes a long way. · The

Acne and Rosacea are different skin conditions. Few people will have all of the signs and symptoms shown in the picture, but know what to look for helps. It can be easy to confuse the two but it's important to know that both conditions require different treatments, so it's important to know the difference. In honor of April being Rosacea Awareness Month, we encourage you to chat with one of our providers in Hillcrest if you show any of the above symptoms. To learn more about Rosacea, head to our website to learn all about what it is, what causes it and how to treat it. To learn more about Acne, click here . Do you have questions about your Rosacea? We are now offering Telehealth visits! Call your office today or request an appointment online to virtually meet with one of our dermatology providers. Contact your local dermatologist today: West Dermatology Hillcrest 4060 Fourth Ave #415, San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 754-8610 Get Directions to our dermatology office Acne or Rosacea D

Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease of the skin, characterized by fibrosis of the skin. The disease causes hardening, thickening, and scarring of the skin’s connective tissues. Although it's often localized to specific parts of the body, it can also be widespread, causing systemic issues that affect internal tissues and organs, including the esophagus, blood vessels, kidneys, lungs, heart, and GI tract. Due to the complicated nature of scleroderma as well as the uncertainty of what causes it, treatment is customized on a case-by-case basis and may involve various options, as a single medication or treatment may not be completely effective. For example, you may have a mild, localized case that does not require treatment. On the other hand, someone else may have a severe, relentless case that involves multiple options, each addressing a single of the various symptoms that manifest. For the experts at our dermatology center, the ultimate goal is management of the conditions.   West

If you’ve admired someone's glowy skin lately, chances are they’re benefiting from the beautifying effects of vitamin C . You can have that glow, too! You just need to kick it up a notch with a great serum and good nutrition. Let’s do this together in Hillcrest in honor of Vitamin C day this month. You Need Vitamin C You need vitamin C from a topical serum (and food) to protect your cells from free radicals. Your body produces these molecules when it’s exposed to damaging things like too much sun, smog, and stress. Free radicals wreak havoc on cells, they contribute to dull skin, wrinkles, and premature aging. Vitamin C’s antioxidant powers protect you from these free radicals. How it Works Vitamin C helps repair your skin by stimulating collagen production. This precious protein makes your skin supple and radiant. It also evens out your skin tone. So, if you have age spots or freckles, vitamin C keeps them from getting darker by blocking a key melanin-producing enzyme. It also bl