Dark spots don't go away on their own
Pigment Does Not Fade by Accident If you have been waiting for dark spots to “lighten with time,” this is important. Most pigmentation does not simply fade. It becomes deeper.More stubborn.More r...
Why Retinol Is Essential for Firmer, Smoother Skin After 30
What Is Retinol? Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A that increases cellular turnover and stimulates collagen production. In simple terms, it encourages your skin to behave like it did years ago. ...
5 Skincare Rules by Dr. Carl Truesdale
Rule 1: Cleanse With Purpose, Not Aggression Most people either under cleanse or over strip their skin. A proper cleanse should remove oil, sunscreen, pollution, and debris without disrupting the...
When did skin get so textured?
What affects skin texture • Slower cell turnover• Dehydration• A weakened skin barrier• Over exfoliating When texture is off, makeup settles into lines, skin looks tired, and glow disappears. Why e...
How hormones can impact your skin health
Hormones change how your skin behaves. That is why skin can suddenly feel dry, break out, or look uneven even when your routine has not changed. Estrogen shifts:Skin may feel drier, thinner, ...
Why hyperpigmentation keeps coming back
Hyperpigmentation is not one problem. It is the result of multiple triggers happening over time: Sun exposureHormonal shiftsInflammationPost-acne healingNatural aging Each of these signals the ski...
Why Cleansing the Right Way Is More Important Than You Think
When it comes to skincare, most people think the “real work” happens with serums, creams, and treatments. But here’s the truth: none of those products can perform at their best without a clean, bal...
Dr. Truesdale's Guide to Reversing the Signs of Aging Without Surgery
In my Beverly Hills practice, I work with a diverse group of patients: some ready for surgery, others not quite there yet, and many looking for a long-term approach to slow and reverse the visible ...
What to Expect in Your First 30 Days of the Masterpiece Routine
When I developed Artisa Skincare, my goal was simple: to create a results-driven, medical-grade system that supports healthy skin at every stage of life—whether you’re recovering from a procedure o...
Why Skin Tone Matters in Skincare
Throughout my career in facial plastic surgery, I’ve worked with patients from all backgrounds, all skin types, and all skin tones. One thing has always been clear to me: skincare must be inclusive...
The Truth About Retinol: How to Use It Without Irritation
As a facial plastic surgeon, I often remind my patients that healthy, radiant skin isn’t just about the treatments we perform in the office—it’s about how you care for your skin every single day. O...
How to Build a Routine for Your Skin Type
If there’s one thing I’ve learned while working in plastic surgery, it’s this: what works wonders for one person might not do much for another. That’s because our skin types—and their needs—are bea...