Facial Balancing with Before and After Photos
When it comes to filler, we must address the changes in the deep and superficial fat pads, as well as actual bone structure that supports your face (the critical support...
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What to Do After a Chemical Peel: Dr. Zoe's Aftercare Must-Haves and Tips
Chemical peels are an excellent way to rejuvenate and reset your skin, but once you’ve removed that outermost surface layer of your skin what you do to maintain...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Peels That Can Do It All – Meet the VI Chemical Peel
If you’ve been on the hunt for a well-tolerated, high-impact, big-bang for-your-buck peel, you’re going to want to get in on a specialized, medium-depth peel. At San Diego-based PFAM,...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Glow On: Doctor-Recommended Pregnancy-Safe Skin Care and Treatments
There’s a common phrase that many women will hear during pregnancy. “Oh my goodness, you’re absolutely glowing!” And oh, wouldn’t it be nice if that was a reference to...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Laser Hair Removal at PFAM: FAQ's Answered
This investment in yourself is worth understanding the nuances, and knowing that not all lasers are created equal. As a result, neither are the outcomes.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
More Than PFAM: Lifestyle Favorites from the PFAM Team
If you've been in the PFAMily for a while, you've probably heard of our More Than PFAM series. It's a quarterly newsletter where I share all my favorite things...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Perfect Skin For ‘I Do’ : Wedding Skincare Timeline
I love helping you get perfect skin no matter the occasion. But I will say, there’s something incredibly special about making the countdown to ‘I Do’ alongside my clients.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
The Lip Guide—Featuring Lip Filler Before and Afters
Have you ever purchased one of those lip plumping glosses from the local beauty store? I know I have! They look pretty on, tingle a bit, and give the lips...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Pretty and Potent: 24K Gold Skin Care
There seem to be endless ingredients promising youthful and glowy skin, but this one truly lives up to the hype.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
The Microneedling Rundown With Before and After Photos
Microneedling is as simple as it sounds: we insert tiny needles to induce micro-injuries on the skin to stimulate the body’s wound healing process to boost collagen and...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
All Things Cosmelan Peel With Before and After Photos
Among all the treatment options out there, this is our PFAMily (not so) secret to resurfacing the skin and revealing your perfect.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
More Than PFAM: Top Lifestyle Picks of 2021
As with any true PFAMily, there is so much more to our community than skincare, even if that is the shared passion that brought us together.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Winter Skin Care Tips & Essentials
Wintertime is still in full effect, even in San Diego (on some days). By now, you know the seasonal wardrobe shift drill: out with tanks and sundresses and...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
3 Perfect Places for the "New Injectable" of Aesthetics, PDO Threads
PDO threads are the talk of the town and people are buzzing about the “new injectable” in the world of aesthetics. I say it’s for very good reason!
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Aging Well: Dr. Zoe’s Perfect Skin Guide
While it is one thing to embrace aging, in this age of advanced skin science, the real heroic act is to save the skin we love by arming ourselves with...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Layer with Love: Get the Most from Your Favorite Products and Layer Like an Expert
It all starts with a skin dream…buttery soft feel, dewy glow, smooth and even tone, youthful bounce and shape.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
The Need to Know on Radiofrequency Microneedling
Although microneedling is not new, there are new, state of the art medical devices taking traditional microneedling to the next level of perfect with radiofrequency microneedling.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Sweat Every Day
One of the most impactful things we can do for our skin, something I personally make a top priority, is SWEATING EVERY DAY. Now as healthy as sweating is, there...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Tackling Melasma on the Face
While melasma may seem impossibly tricky and incredibly stubborn, there is hope to treat this condition. Between brightening ingredients, skincare services and vigilant sun prevention, you can take on your...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Best Practices: Pregnancy-Safe Skincare
Pregnancy is an exciting time in life, but with the excitement comes quite a few changes. Some of these changes show up on your skin - and some in your...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
It Ain't Broke, RejuVAnate it. All About Feminine Rejuvenation.
We're excited to share a guest post from one of our PFAMily. Our client recently took the plunge and finished a RejuVAnate: Feminine Rejuvenation regimen. As a well-respected yogi in...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Wedding Beauty: Welcome to the Wedding Skin Boot Camp
One of my favorite things about aesthetic medicine is that the results are just so damn satisfying! And not many skin transformations are more rewarding than getting a bride...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Masks & PPE: Skincare Best Practices
Amidst this adjustment to the “new normal,” keep an extra-close eye on your skin. It may need some special TLC during this time.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
It Was All Born from Family
Perfect Face Aesthetic Medicine isn’t a “family-owned business,” per se. But family inspires every aspect of it. Because at PFAM, family is everything.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
The Myths & Facts of Retinol with Before & After Pictures
My top requested - and personal favorite - skincare ingredient is retinol. The benefits of this powerhouse ingredient are pretty much endless. Retinol is proven to encourage cellular turnover, stimulate collagen,...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
All Good in the Hood: PFAM’s Guide to La Jolla Village
I've compiled my list of favorites into a neighborhood guide so you can spend your time in La Jolla before or after your service at the best spots in...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Summer Vacation Skincare: Travel-Friendly Treatments in San Diego
In the spirit of all of the summer travel to San Diego, I compiled my top five travel-friendly PFAM treatments for anyone who is stopping by SoCal this...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Harnessing Your Skin's Healing Powers: PRP & PRF
We keep getting better and better at healing, nourishing, and rejuvenating the skin with the natural healing abilities of the body.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Teen Acne Treatment
Having acne as a teenager is hard. With the right products, professional treatments and some diet tweaks, teens can see an improvement in their skin and in their self-esteem.
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What is a Serum?
The word “serum” has been buzzing around the beauty and health space for awhile now, and I love that people are finally catching on to the magic of...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
A Guy’s Perspective on Botox for Men
Guys, you might need Botox too. guys are getting Botox now more than ever, and we have plenty of male patients coming in for Botox treatments at Perfect Face Aesthetic...
Dr. Karim Rafaat
Am I Too Young for Botox? The Skinny on Preventative Botox
Preventative Botox is priceless. Your future self will thank you!
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Skincare Stocking Stuffers
In the spirit of the holiday season, I compiled a list of our favorite stocking stuffers that will keep your loved ones glowing year-round. Whether your loved one...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Best Skincare Routine for Active Men
A few simple products and a few added minutes are a simple way to make a big impact on an active man’s skin—and his attitude and confidence. Dr. Zoe Rafaat
So, now that you have your physical sunscreen, how do you use it?
All About How Sunscreen Works
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Essentials for Summer Skincare: Vitamin C Serum
Topical Vitamin C serum is one of the oldest and most well-researched anti-aging ingredients. It is an all-around skincare powerhouse that has been one of my go-tos for years, especially...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Summer Skin Protection: Chemical vs. Physical Sunscreen
When it comes to sunscreen, just like any skincare product, there are dozens of brands, ingredients and formulas on the market. Choosing the best sun protection can be difficult and...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat