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A woman receives an injection in her forehead from a doctor while looking in a mirror.

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Botox: What to Know Before Your First Treatment

BOTOX® may be one of the most familiar cosmetic treatments available, but that does not make it a simple beauty service. Botulinum toxin is a prescription medication injected into specific muscles, and small differences in anatomy, placement, and dose can significantly affect the result. Whether your goal is softer expression lines or treatment of a medical concern such as excessive sweating, choosing a provider with strong medical training and a detailed understanding of anatomy matters.

Dr. Danny Guo consulting with a patient regarding hyaluronic dermal fillers

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How Hyaluronic Fillers Soften Wrinkles

Wrinkles are only one part of facial aging. Over time, changes in skin, fat, bone, and soft-tissue support can alter the contours of the face and make folds, hollows, and shadows more noticeable. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers can restore selected areas of lost volume, soften certain lines, and improve facial balance without surgery.

Skincare products: cleanser, vitamin C serum, retinoid cream, and moisturizer SPF 30 on a white tray on a bathroom counter.

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The Evidence-Based 4-Step Skincare Routine Dermatologists Actually Recommend

Skincare has become increasingly complicated. Search for the “perfect” routine and you’ll find 7-step, 10-step, and even 15-step regimens filled with toners, essences, serums, masks, exfoliants, and specialty treatments. While some of these products can have a place in a routine, healthy skin does not require a bathroom cabinet full of products. From a dermatology perspective, a simple routine built around a few well-studied ingredients can address many of the most common goals, including maintaining the skin barrier, preventing premature skin aging, improving pigmentation, supporting collagen, and managing acne.