I am pleased to announce that I have teamed up with world-renowned Dermatologist Dr. Zein Obagi and together we co-own the ZO SKIN CENTER in Newport Beach.  Our flagship ZO SKIN CENTRE^® AT NEWPORT BEACH FASHION ISLAND brings you everything you need to achieve smooth, radiant, younger-looking skin. The Centre offers the services of outstanding Newport Beach dermatologists, skilled aestheticians, and experienced ZO^® Skin Health Consultants, all in one beautiful venue. Here you’ll experience the ultimate in Newport skin care. The majority of my patients are interested in quality skin care tailored to their needs to maintain skin health over time. A very large portion of my time is dedicated to my facial aging practice. Unlike many other areas of the body, maintenance of the aging face is a continuum that links me and my patients over time.  I am a huge advocate of the Obagi skin care principles and I staff his clinic weekly in Laguna Beach seeing patients for skin care/facial aging. With age, the face changes in three ways:

1. The soft tissues of the face (skin, fat and connective tissue) fall with gravity over time
2. The facial fat atrophies over time leaving a hollowed appearance in very distinct areas
3. The skin ages with exposure to sun, tobacco use and the oxidation reactions that go on throughout our lifetime.

My goal as a physician dedicated to facial aging is to help my patients through the process from A to Z. I have spent a great deal of time and effort to study and to understand these three processes at a basic science level while also spending time with masters in each of these fields.

Each face has a completely unique set of needs and challenges. I want to understand your wishes, to discuss what we can achieve, and to design procedures that will meet your needs and wants. One of my great mentors used to explain that aging is not always a problem that requires a surgical solution. Not all patients benefit from surgery. For this reason, I have dedicated time not only to understanding plastic surgery of the face, but also fat transfer and non-surgical solutions as well. In the right patients, neurotoxins (Botox) and fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, etc) offer a great deal of benefit. Likewise, skin care is paramount and the cornerstone to maintenance of facial vitality. My goal is to guide you through the process of maintaining the aesthetics of your face in perpetuity. In many people, the appropriate solution involves a combination of skin conditioning, surgery, fat transfer, and/or fillers and Botox over time. By being conservative and utilizing multiple tools to affect change, long lasting and natural results can be achieved.

The ZO Skin Health product line, developed by Dr. Obagi, is the best in the marketplace.  I use these medical-grade products to provide unique programs for my patients and I treat the following conditions:

ACNE

MELASMA

SUN DAMAGE

PIGMENTATION

ROSACEA

KERATOSIS PILARIS

SCARS

DRY SKIN/SENSITIVE SKIN

OILY SKIN/LARGE PORES

Facials

Hydrafacial Ultra MD – 60 mins
Hydrafacial Ultra MD addresses all skincare needs and is recommended for everyone providing instant results of healthy, smooth, glowing skin. This multi-step treatment will cleanse, exfoliate with an AHA blend, extract impurities and quench skin with vital nutrients, antioxidants, peptides and plumping hyualuronic acid.

Multi-Vitamin Power Defense – 60 mins
This non-retinol, non-hydroquinone skin repair treatment is packed with antioxidants to help combat aging, environmental stress, hyperpigmentation and dullness. A powerful, micronized, and stable form of vitamin c increases skin luminosity. Botanical brightening mask and AHA exfoliation blend included.

Melanin Corrector – 60 mins
Intensive pigment repair specifically targeting skin discoloration. This skin brightening treatment will help you to achieve an overall even skin tone using an AHA peel and the Hydrafacial Ultra MD exfoliating system.

Acne Control – 60 mins
We focus on extractions and anti-inflammatory treatment due to excess sebum, using the Hydrafacial Ultra MD exfoliation, an AHA oil control system. For those suffering from or prone to acne at any age. Also good for rosacea.

Dermaplane Radiance – 90 mins
An effective physical exfoliation for those who desire an alternative to chemical peels. A medical blade gently smooths the skin’s surface while removing vellus hair. Skin is plumped with a collagen mask using microcurrent to firm and tone. Instant glowing, radiant, smooth skin.

Anti-Aging Cellular Repair – 60 mins
Our ultimate anti-aging treatment uses NanoTech plant Stem Cell technology to restructure and renew healthy skin activity. Ultra concentrated repair is ideal to accelerate any post procedure healing or for maximal age management.

NEW! DNA Renewal – 75 mins
Ultimate DNA Renewal anti-aging solution repairs and protects the integrity of the DNA. It extends cell vitality and longevity, strengthens the extra cellular matrix structure of the skin and offers skin defense with powerful antioxidant protection. Includes microneedling infusion.

NEW! Microneedling Infusion – 60 mins
Microneedling is an effective rejuvenation and anti-aging treatment for all skin types. The micro-medical skin needling stimulates collagen and elastin. Firms, tightens, resurfaces and smooths skin’s texture. Choose from three skin correcting boosters:
Multi Vitamin Complex Optimizes cellular metabolism with a powerful boost of vitamins, minerals and micro-nutrients.
Skin Hydration Rejuvenation treatment with Hyaluronic Acid to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles.
Photoaging Triggers natural growth factor activity with Peptides and Amino Acids by stimulating fibroblast to optimize repair and revitalize.

The Red Carpet Treatment – 120 mins
Our signature Hollywood favorite to achieve exclusive red carpet radiant skin! This treatment combines our menu’s best and is a must have prior to any event. Entire face is Dermaplaned then perfectly polished with Hydrafacial Ultra MD deep cleaning system to create an incredibly smooth surface. Our AHA Radiance Peel is applied to firm and tone followed by our ultimate Anti-Aging Cellular Repair Stem Cell treatment using microcurrent technology.

*All facials include 10 mins LED Pro Lightstim Combo Panel Therapy

Facial Peels

Glysal Peel MD – 15 mins
Exfoliates dead skin and promotes cell turnover.
30% Glycolic 1.5% Salicylic Acid
15% Glycolic 1.5% Salicylic Acid

ZO® Stimulator Peel – 15 mins
A unique concentration of alpha & beta hydroxyl acids suitable for all skin types. Leaves skin smooth, firm, and vibrant with zero downtime.

Melanostop Peel MD – 15 mins
Specifically formulated to address all types of hyperpigmentation. Fades pigment and controls melanocyte activity. Firms and brightens uneven skin tone with zero downtime.

Mandelic Acid 40% Peel MD – 15 mins
Recommended for combination skin conditions such as mild breakout and congestion with mild signs of aging and pigmentation. Corrects pigmentation, dull skin and large pores.

ZO® Medical 3-Step Peel – 30 mins
An innovative, in-office treatment peel targeting melasma, acne, fine lines, rough texture, large pores and dullness, followed by an at-home treatment that produces longer lasting results than ordinary peels. Suitable for all skin types. Dual-action, highly effective peel designed to provide skin renewal and stimulation. Utilizes a blend of exfoliants, retinol and multi-action agents to significantly improve skin health and treat many signs of aging. Supports improvement of skin barrier protection and improves the skin’s ability to repair and renew itself. Provides antioxidant protection as well as anti-irritant benefits.

COSMELAN® Depigmentation Treatment/ Hydroquinone MD – 60 mins
The COSMELAN mask is a depigmenting method with an intensive corrective effect that regulates overproduction of melanin in the melanocytes, inhibiting and controlling the appearance of new dark spots. It has a dual corrective and controlling action, achieving short and long-term results by keeping hyperpigmentation under control. Price includes two treatments and take home care.

Add On Boosters

NEW! Microneedling add on booster- 15 mins
Microneedling is an effective rejuvenation and anti-aging treatment for all skin types. The micro-medical skin needling stimulates collagen and elastin. Firms, tightens, resurfaces and smooths skin’s texture. Choose from three skin correcting boosters: Multi Vitamin Complex, Skin Hydration or Photoaging.

Collagen Crystal Facial Mask
Pure natural collagen and extracts. Brightens, moisturizes, minimizes the appearance of pores.

Hyaluronic Acid Facial Mask
For deep hydration, plumping and tightening of the skin. Formulated with Marine Collagen to refresh and renew.

Collagen & Vitamin C Facial Mask
Complexion brightening mask contains a high concentration of antioxidants to increase hydration and improve skin discoloration.

Aqua Collagen Facial Mask
Hydrolyzed collagen, multi-vitamin, hylauronic acid. Skin is plump, hydrated, healthy.

Aqua Collagen Neck Lift Mask
Amino acids, multi-vitamin, hylauronic acid, retinol. Hydrates & firms around the neck.

Aqua Collagen Eye Mask
Marine collagen, multi-vitamin, hylauronic acid. Deep hydration, plumping and tightening of the skin around the eyes.

ZO® HydraFacial Brightalive® Booster Serum
HydraFacial Brightalive® Booster Serum is specifically designed to brighten skin and lessen the appearance of discoloration. Reduces the appearance of brown spots, helps prevent new pigmentation formation and evens skin tone.

Dermaplane – 30 mins

LED Pro Lightstim Combo Panel – 25 mins
This pro combo panel gives you all three benefits of blue, red, and amber LED at once. Great for post procedure to promote healing or for any skin health concern. Increases collagen and elastin, reduces inflammation, increases circulation and destroys acne bacteria.