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.
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The Myths & Facts of Retinol
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 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
Tackling Melasma
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
PRP 101
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments seem to do it all for your skin.
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Teen Acne
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.
...Serena Di Prinzio
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
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
Best Practices: Pregnancy 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 your skincare routine.
...Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Am I Too Young for 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
All About Microneedling
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
Skincare for the Active Man
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...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
All About Sunscreen
So, now that you have your physical sunscreen, how do you use it?
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Essentials for Summer Skincare: Vitamin C
Topical Vitamin C 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 during...
Dr. Zoe Rafaat
Summer Skin Protection: Physical vs. Chemical 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...