From chemical peels to professional facials, there are numerous treatments at Refined Dermatology offered by highly skilled estheticians. These comfortable, non-invasive procedures can take years off of your skin and are the perfect lunch hour pampering session. Book your treatment today to feel better and...
Most people have heard of chemical peels, but it’s actually an umbrella term that encompasses a number of procedures. At Refined Dermatology, Dr. Steven Swengel has personally tested major chemical peels on the market and selected only the best, safest, and most effective. Also called...
Although often referred to as one of many teenage trials, acne can—and does—happen to anyone of any age. Whether you’re in high school or your golden years, acne can creep up on you. Refined Dermatology understands that acne is more than facial blemishes. It’s tied...
At Refined Dermatology in Los Gatos, we offer both dermatological and esthetic services—but what’s the difference? Estheticians specialize in cosmetic treatments for the skin and face, and what they’re qualified to perform depends on the state where they work. Refined Dermatology is proud to boast...
Refined Dermatology is committed to giving every patient the best skin possible for life. Each person’s skin is unique to them and is impacted by the genetics of your skin as well as your commitment to protecting skin from the ravages of sunlight and in...
Today’s high tech laser, broadband light, and radiofrequency technology tend to drown out the beauty, the simplicity, the predictability and the very reasonable pricing of traditional or not so traditional facial peels. We are not talking ‘facials’ here but true chemical peels applied by a...
To our valued clients at Refined Dermatology: There has been some confusion regarding what treatments for acne are covered by insurance and what treatments are considered to be cosmetic in nature. Acne is a specific condition of the skin and is considered a disorder of the...
Every patient is constantly asking what we do to ourselves here at Refined Dermatology because our skin always looks so good. What are our secrets? Simple. It is adherence to the cornerstones of good skin care as described in ‘Great Skin for Life’, undergoing transformative...
Acne on the back is a very challenging condition and one which does not necessarily respond to traditional treatments used for facial acne therapy. In particular, most oral medications have very little impact on overall improvement unless there is significant pustular activity. In most cases...