Author: Kristen Chang

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Oh, Your Itching Back – Coping with Notalgia Paraesthetica

Got an itch that won’t quit? Is it below your shoulder blades and you can’t quite reach it? Do you own a long-handled back scratcher or two?  Has repeated scratching created brown patches on the itchy areas?

If you answered...read more


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5 Body Contouring Treatments for Men

According to organizations like The Aesthetic Society and American Society of Plastic Surgeons, men across ethnic, age and income groups are increasingly turning to modern aesthetic technology for help achieving a more muscular physique.

The following five types...read more


In The News

Announcement: East San Jose

We’ve got another new location for you! As of January 27, 2020, our East San Jose location has officially opened its doors. California Skin Institute – East San Jose offers a wide variety of skin rejuvenation procedures such as...read more


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Hair Loss

Hair loss, or alopecia, can be frustrating for kids, teens and adults alike. To add to the frustration, there are many different reasons for hair loss, leading to different management and expectations for regrowth. A visit to your...read more


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Realize Your 2020 Vision for Younger-Looking Eyes

Gaze into your crystal ball for 2020. Do you see fresh, youthful eyes looking back at you? Make this vision into your reality for the New Year. There are exciting and effective treatments that can help you achieve virtually...read more


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Don’t Try These 5 Trendy Skincare Gadgets at Home!

Take a little cruise around Instagram and YouTube, and it’s easy to catch “DIY fever.” Women with perfect skin tout the benefits of one hot consumer “medical” treatment device or another. You can also watch demos showing how to...read more