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Golden State Dermatology Expands Their Network in the Central Coast of California
Golden State Dermatology Expands Their Network in the Central Coast of California Golden State Dermatology announces partnership with private dermatology practice with Barnard Dermatology CARMEL, Calif., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/— Golden… read more

Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Seventeen’s “Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?”
Featuring Peterson Pierre, MD PhysicianDr. Peterson Pierre was featured in Seventeen’s article “Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?” by Leah Campano, published March 22, 2023. Click here to read the article!

Microneedling Truly Does Go Skin Deep – with Visible Results
While many of us love the convenience of video conferencing, for some it was a bit of a shock. Is that what I look like to other people? Where did… read more

Does Springtime Make You Itchy?
Learn how to get rid of the springtime itch caused by a common skin condition If you start noticing rough, scaly, bumpy or discolored patches of skin that you can… read more

Foot Fungus: Athlete’s Foot and Fungal Toenails
Scaly, itchy feet and thick, yellow toenails are the result of a common fungal infection. This common skin and nail fungus is acquired by contact with contaminated floor surfaces, shoes,… read more

Acne & “Bacne:” Treatments That Actually Work
Acne located on the face, chest and back in men can be a side effect of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). Testosterone promotes acne in both sexes by activating the skin’s… read more

Did You Know Dandruff & Itchy Scalp Are Medical Conditions?
Dandruff and itchy scalp is a medical condition known as seborrheic dermatitis. This problem is very common in men, affecting at least one third of all adults. It is caused… read more

Shave Bumps: Do You Need More than Just Adjusted Grooming Habits?
Also known as folliculitis, these pimple-like bumps occur in the beard area on the face, and sometimes on the neck and scalp. This often appears a few days after shaving… read more

Causes and Treatments for Hair Loss
Hair is highly sensitive to stress and there are many triggers to hair loss. The triggers can range from anemia to some other systemic disease. For female patients suffering from… read more

Should You Change up Your Skincare Routine in the Summer?
As seasons change, so should your skincare. In this summer weather, we’d like to remind you to swap in some of your summer products! Longer hours in the sun, hotter,… read more

Asian Skin Care
Written by, Lillian Soohoo, MD In this article, I will share my experience treating Asian patients over the years and examine some of the specific concerns regarding Asian skin. The… read more

Summer Skin Myths Busted
Myth #1 You can’t get a sunburn on a cloudy day Wrong. 80% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays pass through clouds and fog, so the harsh rays can still cause… read more

How to Treat a Sunburn
Summer is here! As you head out to the beach, trails, boat, or wherever the great outdoors takes you, the chance of getting a sunburn could be high, especially if… read more

Which Sunscreen Is Right For Me?
As we get ready for the summer and fun in the sun, one item you should be stocking up on is sunscreen for you and the family. But you might… read more

Skin Cancer 101
Skin Cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. It’s one of the easiest to detect and prevent. As Californians gear up for the summer season, Golden State… read more

May Is National Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month
May Is National Skin Cancer and Melanoma Awareness Month! With over 5 million cases diagnosed in the United States each year, skin cancer is America’s most common cancer. Fortunately, skin… read more

The 411 On Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Did you know that skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States? While skin cancer is often caused by exposure to the sun’s harmful UV… read more

6 Ways to Achieve Optimal Skin Health
Skin is your first layer of defense against the outside world. The skin protects the body in many ways. It provides a barrier to protect the body from invasion by… read more