Acne can be one of the most frustrating parts of a young person’s life. It can destroy self-esteem and leave a person open to teasing. In some cases, it can continue into adulthood and can be very hard to treat and get rid of. If you’ve been trying for several months to treat it at home, and your acne isn’t getting any better, then your acne may be a result of bacteria or another cause that just won’t respond to normal over the counter treatments.

Before more aggressive treatment, you must have tried topical creams or oral medication to control your acne, prescribed by your dermatologist. If those treatments have failed, Beverly Hills Aesthetics has several options to help control and treat your blemishes and breakouts.

A PhotoPeel treatment kills bacteria and other unhealthy cells within the pores. Without the bacteria, pores are less likely to become clogged and acne flare-ups are greatly reduced or eliminated altogether. The treated areas may appear red or swell and peel for several days after the procedure, but there is minimal recovery time needed before you can resume normal activities, though you should note that wearing sunblock is critical after your treatment. Over time, PhotoPeel treatments may even increase your body’s natural collagen production.

For patients who cannot control their acne with medications or creams, the ND Yag laser not only reduces the appearance of acne scars, it can also control acne that’s in its early stages. Treatment with the ND Yag laser will reduce inflammation and kill the bacteria that can lead to acne flare up’s, whiteheads, blackheads, and, in extreme cases, cysts. Continued treatments will also serve to boost collagen production.

If you have only mild acne or a condition called PIH (Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation) where your skin is marred by brown marks caused by recent inflammation, Intradermal Botox is also an option. When used in combination with either IPL or ND Yag Laser treatment, Botox can decrease inflammation and help stop future breakouts.

As we mentioned in a previous blog post, Botox can also help reduce the size of your pores by reducing your body’s natural oil production where it has been injected. A person’s natural oil production is one of the largest causes of acne and explains why the majority of acne cases occur during a person’s teenage years. Changing hormones can ramp up oil production significantly – leading to blocked pores and eventually acne. Botox helps to suspend oil production in the treatment areas and greatly reduces the amount of clogged and dirty pores that can cause acne flares.

There is hope for your troublesome acne. Dr. Assassa at Beverly Hills Aesthetics will take time during your consultation to find out what kind of breakouts you have, and determine the best treatment plan for you. Your self-esteem will stop taking a beating and you will feel more confident. Contact Dr. Assassa today and set up an appointment. Your skin will thank you.

If you spend any time reading magazines or watching television, it’s almost impossible not to see the beautiful, porcelain skinned models that populate ads. You know the ones; gorgeous women who have flawless, nearly pore free skin. Many of us are not that lucky. Thanks to genetics, sun damage, oily skin, acne or poor exfoliation, many of us have larger, more visible pores than we would like.

Makeup can smooth some skin imperfections, but to truly refine your skin and reduce the size of your pores, it’s necessary to use a combined treatment like the program at Beverly Hills Aesthetics. No matter how much a makeup claims to give you an airbrushed, flawless look, those benefits only last as long as the cosmetics are on your skin. Laser treatments and injectable fillers can actually reduce the appearance of your pores and smooth your complexion instead of merely covering them up.

Dr. Assassa at Beverly Hills Aesthetics uses a combination of laser treatment and intradermal Botox® to close pores and tighten skin. Depending on certain factors, Beverly Hills Aesthetics will choose either the ND Yag or IPL laser for your treatment. If you have redness from Rosacea, acne marks or sun damage, for example, Dr. Assassa will generally use the IPL for your procedure. If you have loose skin or acne scars, the ND Yag laser is often the better choice. The ND Yag laser, when appropriate, tightens skin, contours the face, and helps to build natural collagen production as well.

Botox is a very effective companion to the laser treatment, and is a multi-effect treatment. Instead of being injected into facial muscles as it would be for wrinkle reduction, the Botox is focused on the small muscles that determine pore size. The injectable helps the laser to reduce pore size, but also decreases oil production in glands as well. This not only prevents the enlargement of pores from oil collecting in them, but it also helps reduce acne outbreaks. This leads to fewer blemishes and a decreased chance of scarring caused by those breakouts.

Botox treatment can also even the color and texture of skin helping to lend the face a smooth, flawless finish without relying so heavily on makeup. This reduces your dependence on cosmetic products and helps to ensure you have beautiful skin any time day or night. You can help the treatment’s results last longer by following an excellent skin care routine.

Keeping your skin scrupulously clean (yes, if you sleep in your makeup, we’re talking to you), exfoliating gently and regularly, avoiding the urge to “pick” or “pop” bumps and blackheads, getting enough rest and eating healthy can all keep your skin oil and dirt free and hydrated. This will help keep your pores at their new, less noticeable size and reduce the recurrence of treatments you need for flawless skin. Contact Dr. Assassa today to schedule a consultation.

If you read our previous blog post, you learned that there are many different causes of dark under eye circles and you probably have a good idea or at least a thought as to which one you causes your dark circles. Transparent skin, for example, can result in dark circles and under eye discoloration, but cannot be treated. It can only be covered up.

If you suffer from Hollow Eye Syndrome or puffiness under the eyes (often referred to as “bags” under your eyes), treatment and relief is possible. You will be able to treat of the discoloration under your eyes and look more refreshed and well rested.

If you haven’t determined yet what the cause of your dark circles might be, don’t worry. Dr. Assassa at Beverly Hills Aesthetics will find out in your consultation what causes the discoloration under your eyes. He will explain how the procedure works and what you can expect both during and after. He will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision on whether to treat your dark circles or not.

At Beverly Hills Aesthetics, treatment for dark circles is non-invasive and requires a shorter recovery time than with more traditional surgical treatments for bags and under eye discoloration. Juvederm injectable filler is safe and very effective. The injectable filler will smooth out the areas under your eyes where shadows lay along the hollows and depressions caused by Hollow Eye Syndrome or protruding pouches underneath your eyes.

With these indentations and hollow areas plumped up and filled with the Juvederm, there will be no more shadows and no more under eye discoloration. If you have puffiness or “bags” under your eyes, the filler will help even out the puffiness and the surrounding areas of your eyes. The smoother and more full the areas under your eyes are, the less chance you’ll see under eye discoloration appear.

Juvederm injectable filler stimulates the body’s own collagen production as you use it and not only works to temporarily plump the under eye area, but, through the boost in natural collagen, can actually lessen the depth of the depressions under your eyes and possibly lengthen the time necessary between treatments. Just imagine. No more getting up rested and looking in the mirror at a tired face. Your dark circles and discoloration will be a thing of the past.

Contact us today and schedule your consultation. You have nothing to lose but your under eye discoloration and puffiness. Let Dr. Assassa help you lose those dark circles and under eye puffiness for good.

Are you one of those people who always look tired even when you’ve had plenty of sleep? Dark circles, puffy skin, and sunken patches can make you look perpetually stressed out and sleepy. It’s often assumed that dark circles, puffiness (or “bags under your eyes”), and Hollow Eye Syndrome are basically the same thing. That couldn’t be farther from the truth. In fact, if you have dark circles that are caused by Hollow Eye Syndrome, the treatment to lessen the discoloration can actually make your Hollow Eye Syndrome worse.

So What Is The Difference, Anyway?

You may be surprised to find out that the dark circles under your eyes can not be treated. If dark circles are caused by a natural discoloration in your skin, that cannot be changed. No miracle cream, surgical practice, or laser can correct this discoloration. On the other hand, you may find that the under eye circles you have are not discoloration at all. They may be shadows caused by Hollow Eye Syndrome. In this case, non-surgical treatment is available and very effective. If puffiness is the cause of your problem, this can be treated as well.

Dark Eyelid Color

If you have had dark circles for as long as you can remember, you probably have a condition known as Dark Eyelid Color. The skin on your lower eyelid is thinner than the rest of the skin on your face. For some people, you can see right through the skin. Since the veins and muscle that run beneath the lower eyelid skin are blue and purple, their color shows through your skin and looks like dark circles under your eyes. This is a natural occurrence, and cannot be treated. The only solution for this condition is to use a concealer.

Puffy Lower Eyelids

When you are younger, you may notice puffiness under your eyes after a late night out or too much studying and not enough rest. The condition usually fades as you get caught up on your sleep and become more refreshed. If you notice the puffy lower eyelids no matter how much rest you’ve gotten, your skin may have become less elastic and the fat under your lower eyelid is likely protruding and causing the “bags” you see under your eyes. This causes shadows to fall underneath the sagging skin and fat and results in dark circles.

Hollow Eye Syndrome

As you age, you may lose fatty tissue in certain areas of your face. This results in hollows underneath your skin. When you lose fatty tissue beneath your lower eyelid, a groove may form under your eye. Shadows fall into the depression, and you end up with darkened circles under your eyes.

Once you know the cause of your under eye circles, you can begin to treat them. You’ll look refreshed, rested, and more youthful for up to a year. Contact Beverly Hills Aesthetics for a consultation today and see how easy it can be to get rid of those pesky dark circles.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and prayed you’d suddenly see bigger, fuller, more luscious lips looking back at you? Have you ever stared longingly at pictures of Angelina Jolie and wondered how you could get the pouty, sexy mouth that genes gave her naturally? Whether you have a very thin mouth now, or just need a little help, lip enhancement is for you.

At Beverly Hills Aesthetics, we can give you lip enhancement for the luscious lips you want with very little recovery time needed. Patients have been known to schedule their appointments for their lunch hour and then go right back to work. While there may be some slight swelling for the first day or so, that should subside rather quickly. Since lip augmentation is a non-surgical procedure, there are no painful incisions that will have to heal, and bruising or other pain is rare.

During the procedure, filler is injected into your mouth to give you the sexy, full look you’re hoping for. Dr. Assassa uses his artistic flair to give you the best shape possible, and to help avoid the dreaded “trout pout” we’ve all seen on celebrities in the news and gossip columns. While this can be caused by having to go out in public before the swelling has subsided, it can also be because the person’s doctor used too much filler or didn’t properly place it along the mouth line.

As with all procedures – even non-surgical procedures – it’s important to make sure the doctor or technician handling your lip enhancement is properly trained and has experience doing the exact procedure you’re scheduled for. Don’t be afraid to open that mouth of yours and ask when you schedule your consultation. A properly trained and licensed professional should have no problem supplying you with his or her credentials and a list of references to set your mind at ease and assure you that you won’t have to walk around with the “trout pout” until the injectable fades.

If the professional hesitates to supply you with either their license or references, consider going elsewhere. The risk of a bad lip enhancement or the very real possibility of damage to the tissues of the mouth is not an acceptable risk to take. While you could end up with just a bad temporary lip enhancement, it could be much worse.

At Beverly Hills Aesthetics, Dr. Assassa has been practicing aesthetic surgery since 1995, and his state-of-the-art techniques have made him one of the leading surgeons specializing in non-invasive cosmetic surgery. He is board certified and is the president of the American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery. He offers a “before and after” gallery of former patients to showcase his skill and give you samples of his expertise.

Stop wishing for a better, fuller mouth. Go get it! With little recovery time necessary and an acclaimed surgeon like Dr. Assassa available, there is really no reason to wait. Contact Beverly Hills Aesthetics today for a consultation. You’ve nothing to lose and a beautiful mouth to gain.