Monkey Business
As a lifelong animal lover, I always felt conflicted about zoos and never visited as an adult because it pained me to see animals in captivity.
This is what 53 (as of today!) looks like, with a little help from my friends...
Botox, Restylane (several varieties), lasers, Exilis Ultra RF, and tretinoin cream…
Is it safe to get the Covid vaccine if I've had filler?
Many friends and patients have asked me this question in recent days. The short answer: based on what we know at the moment, Yes and Yes.
Caring for Your Skin During Covid
Although many areas of the country and the world are loosening pandemic restrictions, the virus is still very much with us, so it’s best to continue sanitizing hands and wearing masks, especially in public. Many patients are coming to my office with skin issues caused by these precautions.
"We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now."
I was supposed to see my Dad this morning, for the first time since lockdown. Instead, we had an emotional conversation over the phone during which we talked about the current protests, and his past experiences with racism.
Why You Need to Wash Your Nostrils
Wash your FACE & NOSTRILS (not just your hands) and brush your teeth as soon as you get home, and BEFORE BED. Learn why…
Dermatology in the time of Covid-19
I have always considered myself a doctor first and a Cosmetic Dermatologist second.
My Family’s Favorite Grilling Recipe
My family is originally from Taiwan (like Jason Wu and Jeremy Lin), so we like garlic with everything. Besides being tasty, garlic contains several antioxidants …
How to treat a sunburn
This time of year, many patients show up at my office with sunburns. I never scold them, but I do remind them …
Reef-Safe Sunscreens
Have you ever wondered what happens to your sunscreen after you jump into the ocean? It’s been estimated that 14,000 TONS of it ends up …
The Joy of Reconnecting
My heart is full after spending last week with a group of incredible doctors and human beings: my former Harvard Medical School classmates. I was …
Anti-Aging News from Monte Carlo
Bonjour! I’ve just returned from Monte Carlo, where I attended the 16th annual Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress. I try to attend this conference each year because it’s where international scientists present their research findings, and companies from around the world introduce new products and …
Turning 50 (not 30!)
For some reason, Facebook has decided to list my birth year as 1988 instead of 1968. No, it’s not an April Fools’ joke. It’s just another example of Facebook’s intrusion into our privacy. You see, I never give out my real birthday online, and I never filled out this portion of my profile, so the company must have picked it up from somewhere else, and decided to fill in the missing information on my behalf. Disturbing, though not surprising, given recent revelations.
