Hydroxy acids come in two forms that are topically applied to the skin: alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs). Although each of these acids addresses different concerns, they can both be used to improve the skin. Hydroxy acids are liquid exfoliants. The difference between a liquid and a physical exfoliant is pretty …. read more
Vitamin C serums are all the rage in skin care today, and for good reason. This powerhouse antioxidant offers wonderful anti-aging benefits for mature skin as well as younger skin. Science backs the benefits of using vitamin C on a daily basis to reduce environmental damage, fight free radicals, improve texture, even out skin tone, …. read more
Skin care products can range from being ineffective to providing dramatic results. When it comes to these products, it’s not so much about the brand or reputation; it’s about the ingredients inside. Hi, I’m Dr. Aeria Chang. I’ve been providing expert skin care and advanced anti-aging treatments in San Diego since 2008. If you’d like …. read more
Collagen is a type of molecule in the skin that keeps it elastic and supple. Collagen is a protein connective tissue cell that helps the skin to “bounce back” after making facial expressions. This youth-giving component diminishes with age, making the skin look dull, dehydrated, and wrinkled. Estimates show that by age 25, people begin …. read more
So many people buy their beauty products from Amazon. One of the most popular ways to judge a product’s effectiveness and quality is to look at the customer reviews. Sometimes, they are a great indicator of how well a product works, but sometimes that’s not the case. In today’s beauty blog, I’ll be looking at …. read more
In a recent story featured on Allure magazine’s website, several skin experts weighed in on the Best 21 Skin Care Tips. For my beauty blog this month, I thought it would be helpful to expand on some of their tips to give my readers more detailed information (as well as some product recommendations!). During April, …. read more
Patient Stories
Dr. Chang has an eye for symmetry and aesthetics. I went in for a consultation to have fillers under my eyes. Instead I was educated on my facial anatomy. I agreed to some fillers in my forehead and cheeks instead and could not be more pleased with the outcome.
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