Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery Blog for Los Gatos & Campbell, CA

The Deciding Factors in Ultherapy vs. Thermage FLX | RefinedMD

02 Aug The Deciding Factors in Ultherapy vs. Thermage FLX

Posted at 05:00h in Ultherapy / Thermage Skin Tightening

Congratulations—you’ve decided to get skin tightening without the risks, costs, and downtime associated with surgery. RefinedMD offers two of the best, most popular options for non-invasive skin tightening: Ultherapy and Thermage FLX. If you’ve done some preliminary research, you have probably heard about these two,...

What to Expect After an Eyelid Lift | RefinedMD, Los Gatos + San Jose

27 Jul What to Expect After an Eyelid Lift

Posted at 05:00h in Eyelid Surgery

Also known as blepharoplasty, there are two kinds of eyelid lifts: upper and lower. You might be a good candidate for one or the other, or both. At RefinedMD, triple board-certified Dr. Sudeep Roy specializes in facial cosmetic surgery, including blepharoplasty. Both surgeries are relatively...

Allergan Highlights DiamondGlow at AAD Annual Meeting | RefinedMD

25 Jul Allergan Highlights DiamondGlow at 2022 AAD Annual Meeting

Posted at 05:00h in DiamondGlow / Hydrafacial

The annual American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) convention was held in March of this year, and the makers of DiamondGlow (Allergan) showcased their latest portfolio and new research on leading treatments. According to a spokesperson, “Science is at the core of our work, helping us...

GQ Reveals “The Guy’s Guide to Botox” | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

20 Jul GQ Reveals “The Guy’s Guide to Botox”

Posted at 05:00h in Botox & Friends

More and more men are opting for cosmetic treatments, and it’s no surprise that Botox is one of the most in-demand—Botox (and fillers) have long been staple, routine treatments for those who want to look their best, turn back the clock, and skyrocket their confidence....

The Misdiagnosis of Rosacea on Black Skin | RefinedMD, Los Gatos

18 Jul The Misdiagnosis of Rosacea on Black Skin

Posted at 05:00h in Acne, Rosacea

Imagine someone with rosacea, and what do you see—specifically, what is the person’s skin tone? Rosacea is often considered an affliction on fairer skin, but anyone of any skin tone can struggle with this non-curable disease that causes flare-ups. People with Black and brown skin...

Ultherapy vs. Thermage FLX | RefinedMD, Los Gatos + San Jose

15 Jul Ultherapy vs. Thermage FLX

Posted at 05:00h in Ultherapy / Thermage Skin Tightening

When it comes to skin tightening, surgery is no longer the only option—but is Ultherapy or Thermage FLX right for you? At RefinedMD, we offer both because these two therapies are both highly effective but very different. Thermage FLX uses radiofrequency (RF) to smooth and...

LaseMD vs. Clear + Brilliant | RefinedMD, Los Gatos + San Jose

13 Jul LaseMD vs. Clear + Brilliant

Posted at 05:00h in LaseMD

We are known for having one of the largest suites of lasers in the area—which one is best for you? It depends on your skin condition, skin type, and goals, but sometimes mixing and matching lasers results in the best outcome. At RefinedMD, we keep...

11 Jul Liposuction is Painful—Skip it with Non-Invasive Body Contouring Treatments

Posted at 05:00h in CoolSculpting, Emtone, Fat Reduction

Liposuction is relatively minor compared to most other cosmetic surgeries, requiring only a tiny incision the width of your pinky nail per treatment site—however, healing from liposuction is surprisingly painful. Liposuction also requires general anesthesia, and there is always an inherent risk with any such...

Microneedling is a Great Treatment for Acne Scarring | RefinedMD

08 Jul New Study Shows Microneedling is a Great Treatment for Acne Scarring

Posted at 05:00h in Microneedling

Acne is a medical condition and can cause permanent scarring—it is not a rite of passage, not just for teenagers, and can be painful both physically and emotionally. That’s why at RefinedMD we are committed to helping you get the clear, healthy skin you deserve....

Pairing Treatments (Because Two is Better than One) | RefinedMD

06 Jul Pairing Treatments (Because Two is Better than One)

Posted at 05:00h in Botox & Friends, Dermal Fillers, DiamondGlow / Hydrafacial, Microneedling, Peels and Facials

“Which treatment or procedure will fix XYZ?” It’s one of the most common questions asked at RefinedMD, but most of the time there’s no singular solution to your skin care or aging concern. Pairing treatments, or layering them, usually gives the best results because it...