The Los Angeles area is a prime place for skin cancer concerns to thrive. With a global reputation for always being sunny (and a population that likes to show off skin), damaging interactions between ultraviolet radiation and sensitive skin cells are more than common. While physical protection against sun exposure is the best strategy for …

Warm, sunny days are made for getting out to the beach, enjoying backyard barbecues, and attending outdoor festivals. And who doesn’t enjoy trading in their moon tan for sun-kissed locks and a golden, glowing complexion? Unfortunately, despite how trendy and visually appealing a head-to-toe bronze look may be, sun-tanning isn’t worth the irreversible damage it …

Have you met Dr. Ardalan Minokadeh yet? The newest member of the Skin Care & Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills staff recently joined the physician-only team after completing his yearlong cosmetic dermatologic surgery fellowship with Dr. Derek Jones. Like the rest of Los Angeles area-based dermatologists at the practice, he is board certified and committed to helping patients get …

Gen Y is taking skin care seriously and getting an early start on turning back the clock when it comes to cosmetic treatments. It doesn’t come as a surprise that 98 percent of people from around the world, aged 21 to 35, said they will consider having a facial injectable treatment during their lifetime when …

Rains in Los Angeles bring flowers and skies washed clear of particulates—for a while, anyway—but they also mark a season bursting with elements that can make your skin red, itchy, and uncomfortable. If you’re worried about a rash, you can always bring it to the Skin Care & Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills team of dermatologists. …

Although BOTOX® is the most popular cosmetic treatment in the world, people still have a lot of questions when it comes to specifics about the injectable. At Skin Care & Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills, BOTOX® Cosmetic prompts patients to ask a lot about time: How long will the session last? When will I first see results? How long …

Valentine’s Day is at hand, known for candy hearts, romantic dinners, and—hopefully—a sweet kiss from a loved one. The flower-filled holiday puts a lot of attention on the lips, whether they’re smiling at the sentiment in a thoughtful card or puckering up for a smooch. With such a focus on the mouth, it’s no wonder …

While there are many factors that can trigger a flare-up of psoriasis, the Los Angeles-based team at Skin Care & Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills knows that winter is one of the worst times for many people dealing with this chronic skin condition. Cold, dry weather—which is par for the course for Southern California as the seasons change—is …

You may have tired of hearing WHAM’s “Last Christmas” this time of year. Equally as repetitive (but certainly more vital to your health) is dermatologists’ ongoing chorus of reminders to wear sunscreen. Sun damage can be both cosmetic and medical, deepening wrinkles, causing brown spots to appear, and drying out the skin while at the …

Dr. Derek Jones has been recognized among the top 1 percent of Juvederm® providers in the United States—a distinction that’s surely due to the fact that he has played such a prominent role in the injectable’s success. He served as principal investigator on the original U.S. trial for the filler, and it has since become …