20 Best Dermatologist Los Angeles American Skin Institute (Jan 2023 Update)

Skincare has changed a lot and there are so many more high quality options on the market now. And La Mer is more money than I want to pay even though it has always been soothing for my sensitive skin. So in the last few years I have tried several times to switch to highly recommended, dermatologist supported less expensive alternatives for protecting and maintaining skin's moisture barrier. I have continued using high quality serums and some moisturizing essences at times. I am not able to tolerate a retinol and have had trouble with vitamin C as well. Even though my prior attempts to change my moisturizer were not successful I listened to everyone who says its foolish to spend so much for something that is just a moisturizer. So I tried again this year to change my moisturizer. Well, this winter I started struggling with redness, irritation, bumps and itchiness. I tried removing each of my skincare items to figure out if one was causing it. I tried just using gentle cleansing and moisturizer only. I switched to yet another highly recommended dermatologist approved less expensive alternative. I stopped wearing my make-up. I went for a facial which made things slightly worse. I was about to call for a dermatologist appointment because I began to wonder if it was some kind of dermatitis or maybe even a fungal infection. I remembered I had a little bit of la Mer left in an old jar. I put a little bit on the bumps on my forehead and my jaw on the right where it was really bad. Went to sleep. Woke up with smooth calmed skin, no itching for the first time in 2-3 months. Only place I still had itching and bumps was on the left side of my jaw where I had not put any cream. I think there are a lot of people including dermatologists and influencers who comment on skincare but who don't have truly dry and sensitive (like really truly VERY dry and sensitive) skin. At this point I have tried at least 8 other highly praised alternatives including everything from CeraVe to medical grade skincare bought directly from the dermatologist in the last few years. They are all I have no doubt excellent products with very good ingredient lists. But I am here to tell you that if you have really truly dry and sensitive skin look no further than la Mer. I don't like to waste products so I will use up these last two creams I tried by alternating them with La Mer in the summer months. But I'm not going to keep trying to replace La Mer. There is no substitute.ferociousegg

Got my hands on a small pot of Creme de la mer that was good for maybe 5 applications and decided to give it a try, after all there had to be some reason this was recommended so highly to me, right? Unfortunately, just as I expected from a product that lists 'mineral oil' so high up in the ingredients list, and a potentially irritating 'Eucalyptus Oil' on the list too, I broke out literally on day 2. The only positive was that it did slightly clear up a dry patch on my right cheek but to be fair I could have achieved that with anything on my dressing table. It sat like an oily film for hours on my face and its a testament to my patience how I didn't grab the nearest washcloth to remove it with! Gave this to my mum to try (dry/normal skin type) seeing as I still had a bit left in the pot and her feedback was merely an "it's ok, nothing special". If you have dry skin or suffer from dehydration and are NOT sensitive then by all means give it a try. From an ingredients perspective however there is nothing 'advanced' about this formulation. Antioxidants, yes, but don't expect the jar packaging to keep them stable, despite the addition of Kathon CG, normally found in rinse-off products, not ones that are supposed to be absorbed by the skin! ~ My Sephora Top 7 must-have list ~ (My top 7 must-have beauty products of all time, focusing mainly on my purchases at Sephora) 1. Hair Loss Treatment: ‘Divine Herbal’ – Hair Oil 2. Shampoo: 'Sephora Collection' – Deep Cleaning Shampoo 3. Face Mask: ‘Peter Thomas Roth’ – Pumpkin Enzyme Mask 4. Pigmentation + Anti-Aging Serum: ‘Divine Herbal’ – Facial Treatment Serum 5. Face Scrub: ‘Sisley' – Botanical Gentle Buffing Cream 6. Lip Balm: ‘Nuxe’ – Reve De Miel Lip Balm 7. Lip Liner: ‘Sephora Collection' – Rouge Gel Lip LinerSelenaLZ

So the full size face cream is $360 which is nuts. But after redeeming 500 points for a la mer set from Sephora I was hooked on this juice. I wasn’t going to buy the cream, just miss it for the rest of my life and regret that I wasn’t born as Bono’s daughter until Sephora released this set that came with the full sized product for 360 plus a decent sized travel cream. I tend to save up my Sephora gift cards for one of their 20% off sales and so i was able to snag this set for 20% off and pay with gift cards so I was able to justify the purchase. The gift box luxe, heavy, and suede on the inside. I don’t know why I was expecting a plastic jar but the product comes in a beautiful heavy ceramic pot that just adds the luxurious feel. Once you actually put this on your face your exes want to get back together and you find 200$ on the ground. It smells like seaweed but in the best way possible and the texture is like clouds melts into your skin, plumping it up and getting rid of redness or irritation. It’s a miracle worker and I understand the price tag and I hate myself for feeding this addiction. Now I have to start saving more Sephora gift cards to repurchase during the Christmas salemaggief225

Me and my husband take this and both have experienced wonderful positive changes. Me, the texture and suppleness of my skin from face to feet. Still some room for improvement, like the somewhat dryness of skin. Still working on that. My husband, well, more improvement for him! He's had several skin issues, eczema, dermatitis and skin that dries and cracks open. This product has changed that to and 80% improvement. Also both our skin feels better to the touch and sagging in some areas have tightened too! We both have been taking this supplement for nearly a year now and plan to continue. Karen & Allen DenmarkKaren D.

I have used this product for the past 5 years or so. I had tried many other anti-aging products. This product excels all. I’ll never stop. I am 65 and people think I am in my forties. Excellent -My fountain of youth.Doreen R.

I checked 1 out of 3 boxes. i don't know if its good quality nor can i prove it. I cannot recommend as im not noticing anything yet. I'm new customer. I might have purchased these in a the past. i haven't any idea if i like it yet. i don't know what to expect nor do i notice anything. I don't think its a value as it's very expensive. and to my dismay when i received the container it surprisingly said take 2 per day!! this means 60 quantity only lasts one month. 60 plus per month isn't what i categorize as a value. plus another downside is taking it with a meal and remembering to do so.44desire

I love skinceuticals and have tried a lot of their products, so when they have a kit of my faves for any money off I jump at the chance considering they don’t really offer discounts. This kit is great but I must admit that when I ordered it from this site I got totally different products than what are in the display photo. I was looking forward to another bottle of Resveratrol since I’ve been out of it for a while and I love their Vitamin C products. In this set you actually receive two bottles of the Hyaluronic serum, which is wonderful and doesn’t cause breakouts, a tub of the high moisture lipid cream, and the A.G.E. Cream I believe. I almost contacted Dermstore but then realized that despite having the wrong display photo they have the correct products listed in their description box. They should still know so they can change the photo and refrain from confusing anyone else but I kept the kit because I still enjoy the products I received.Katie

Removed a point for packageing. Nice set to buy because its cheaper to get this set than buy then individually. Comes in a nice black box. Only complaint is the packaging. Wish they spend less on packaging and no need for the box, so they could pass the savings down to customers. Also, the Resveratrol BE, if it comes with a lid like the A.G.E, when its slmost done I could open it to use every little drop of it. These products are not cheap and like to scrap every part. It's in a glass container and can't break it or open it.L

Doesn’t clog your poor and is a great repair cream for whatever skin concern you have. If you just did a peel or just scrubbed your face too hard this is a miracle cream to repair the damage. Super comforting and moisturizing. I would recommend 100 percent. My only wish is that is came in a bigger amount.Cecilia

Ich verstehe die guten Bewertungen nicht. Wieder zeigt sich das Produkte von Schwarzkopf wie schon eh und je nichts taugen. Die Creme zeigt keinerlei aufpolsternde Wirkung, statt dessen sehe ich Trockenheitsfältchen. Und auch bei mir krümelt die Creme. Ich weiß auch nicht, warum ich immer wieder auf Versprechen der Industrie reinfalle.Pitti44

Ich habe eine sehr schwierige Haut mit trockenen und fettigen Partien, die zu Unreinheiten neigen. Seitdem ich diese Pflege verwende, habe ich ein deutlich frischeres und gesünderes Hautbild. Meine Haut hat sich regelrecht erholt und verjüngt. Sogar erste Fältchen sind deutlich gemildert, auch um die Augenpartie. Der hohe Sonnenschutzfaktor, der mir auch sehr wichtig ist, um vorzeitiger Hautalterung und Sonnenschäden vorzubeugen, wirkt effektiv. Tolle Make Up Unterlage, und ich verwende sie sogar nachts. Eine bessere Hautcreme hatte ich noch nie. Klare Kaufempfehlung, auch für reifere Haut!Tanja 73

I received this product for free from Influenster and AHC for reviewing purposes. I used this product as an alternative to my regular hyaluronic acid serum (The Ordinary) in my AM and PM skin care regimes. When I first started using this, I noticed immediate difference in my skin the next morning. My skin was soft and smooth and very moisturized. I found that the recommended number of drops to be too much for myself. I noticed a big difference in the texture of my skin. It looked like I was wearing face priming products to smooth out my skin. I also found that when I wasn’t consistently doing my skin care regimes, by face still retained a lot of moisture from when I last used the product. It definitely has long lasting effects. Personally, the ONLY short term issue I had with the product was the fragrance. I have been using fragrance free or natural smelling products for about 2 years. I was very thrown off by the smell when I started using this product. As the weeks went on, I’m now used to the smell. At first I did think it was a deal breaker, until I saw the effects on my skin. Overall, I would buy this product in the future to add to my everyday skincare.Naomi

I was lucky enough to receive these products complimentary from AHC for testing purposes. All opinions remains my own. Aqualuronic Emulsion is a hydrating lightweight formula with a milky texture aimed to nourish dry skin, refine skin texture, plump up fine lines and wrinkles caused by dehydration. It uses a blend of hyaluronic acid, ceramides and french sea water. Key ingredients include – Hyaluronic acid, Niacinamide, Ceramide, Eucalyptus leaf extract and Quinoa seed extract. AHC emulsion recommends 4-6 pumps per application. It’s so spreadable that I felt 4 was plenty, especially if you are layering products. Outside of testing purposes I would do 3 pumps. It’s lightweight in texture and on skin and is quickly absorbed without leaving any sticky or tacky residue. Suitable for AM and PM routines and I have been using for both. There was no overwhelming scents so I would say it’s going to be suitable for sensitive skin. It does leave your skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. Within my skincare routine this is applied after serum but before moisturiser, whilst I’ve been using this I have been able to use a thinner texture moisturiser without feeling as though I am compromising any hydration for my skin. I can imagine this being used well in colder months to maintain moisture and hydration in skin without having to necessarily switch to a thicker/creamier moisturiser. In terms of skin appearance after use.. I’ve been using this product for just over one week before giving my review; from what I’ve noticed my skin looks bright, I don’t seem to be getting oily spells during the day yet my skin feels soft and hydrated all throughout. I would recommend this!Mary

My absolute favorite moisturizer ever!! Super affordable and such a great value. It has panthenol in it which is super moisturizing and soothing. I have rosacea and this has never caused any flare ups. I order mine online from Walmart. Also makes a great base for makeup!daniela.c

A soft cram to use on dry skin. No real scent. Good for people with allergies. Not at all greasy. Really really dry skin you would apply up to three times a day. I found it to work better on my husband than what the doctor prescribed.Janie

My absolute favorite moisturizer ever!! Super affordable and such a great value. It has panthenol in it which is super moisturizing and soothing. I have rosacea and this has never caused any flare ups. I order mine online from Walmart. Also makes a great base for makeup!daniela.c

A soft cram to use on dry skin. No real scent. Good for people with allergies. Not at all greasy. Really really dry skin you would apply up to three times a day. I found it to work better on my husband than what the doctor prescribed.Janie

I just turned 40 and I've never had a regular skin care regimen except for throwing whatever I had around on my face during the dryest winters. My skin has always been really sensitive to products but once I got over my teenage years, its been pretty much good without any special attention. I received a sample of this and was really impressed with how it felt, it wasn't greasy or residue at all and I could put my makeup over it without any problems. It's a little pricey for someone who has never spent money on face lotion so I went back and forth on it but decided to splurge and I'm really glad I did. I've been using it for about a month and The other day I was looking at my face in he mirror and trying to figure out what was missing and I realized my eyes looked younger all around. The dark circles under them were less puffy and the crows feet were gone. Sometimes it does burn a little if I just used a face mask on my skin and opened my pores but I have extremely sensitive skin and it doesn't have any lasting affect. Given how far I am into the jar I would expect it to last 3-4 months. For the most part I think I use it once a day.Sarah G.

I’ve gone back to this moisturizer several times, and every time I am more impressed. It doesn’t miraculously erase fine lines or hyperpigmentation, it’s not that kind of product, but it moisturizes my sensitive skin very well and does an amazing job calming my redness. It’s so soothing! I put it on and my skin immediately feels better. I recently returned to it after my first bout with perioral dermatitis – an incredibly frustrating skin issue. Literally everything I put on my skin made it worse, and the basic drugstore moisturizers derms recommend for the condition (CeraVe, Cetaphil, LRP, etc.) are chock full of dimethicone, which soothes my skin but clogs my pores. This moisturizer was the perfect alternative, and it truly seems to be helping my skin recover. I hope they never ever change this formula because it has become such an unexpected hero product for me. (It also looks and smells lovely, and I love the ‘natural beauty’ ethos of the brand.)KEJ

It’s truly rare that I’m blown away by a skin care product. It hardly ever happens, but this cream is an amazing exception. First off, I am not a “cream” person. My skin is normal, but my tendency towards pore clogging is prevalent. My skin will clog at nothing, despite keeping it clean, using high quality (read expensive!) products, refraining from foundation, regular exfoliating and maintenance, you name it. So I was a little apprehensive about putting a heavier cream on my skin. Quite the contrary, it’s anything but heavy. It’s goes on so light and the texture is smooth and silky. It absorbs really well and gives a beautiful glow. Not only does it not clog my pores, but it’s helping to keep those blackheads away. A little goes a long way! I’m thrilled with this product and will be putting this on my holiday list for friends this year.Kelly J.

The product I received was a knock off. Second time this has happened so won’t ever try again! Wish Home Essentials Direct could screen for these rip-off vendors! The real product is amazing and worth every penny!M.M.

oh gosh, I love this gel formula by G.M. Collin. It just feels so good on the face skin. After applying my face looks plump with a nice sheen to it (but I do exfoliate everyday). It mixes very well in my hand with my sunscreen (Solar Defense by Dermalogical) and goes on smoothly. If you have not tried G.M. Collin you may want to try. It really is good stuff.LoveMyFaceProducts

I have been using this product for many, many years. For those people who cannot use any oils on their faces this is the perfect moisturizer. Although pricey I still like it best for my skin.Marsha

So far, I am really liking this antioxidant. It's got a great consistency, neutral fragrance and absorbs quickly. I feel like it has helped brighten my skin and diminish some melasma and post inflammatory pigmentation. I have purged a bit, but I think that is because it is helping with my impacted pores. I use this after the 8% mandelic serum. I gave it 4 stars because it is a little inconvenient that it has to be kept refrigerated.Anonymous

I have been using this serum since I was 24 years old. I'm now 33 and I love this product so much because it makes my skin glow and calms inflammation. I won't be using it any longer due to the 2 types of parabens used in this product. Such a bummer. If they ever make it without the ira end I will buy again.Anonymous

I've seen a huge improvement with my acne. I've used this consistently every night about 2 months. It is drying but all my cystic acne is gone which I had a lot of hormonal congestion in my neck jawline area. And when I do breakout it's gone with in two days now. I'm so impressed as I've tried the whole kitchen sink like many people have who are trying to clear their acne.Anonymous

Such a great winter face cream and so inexpensive. Could even be used as a night cream during the warmer months. Came recommended by Dr. Dray on YouTube.Natascia

This stuff is mostly water. NOT the same as the Repair and Release cream as sold by South Beach skin labs.. It sinks in and then leaves a terrible residue. I would avoid this cream at all costs.Susan

If I were only allowed one NeoStrata product this would be it. I have oily, dry, congested skin, prone to acne due to sun damage. I've used AHA products for years so the "Step Up" to 15 AHA is what I need to smooth, clear and moisturize my face and neck after using a non-foaming cleanser in the morning. I prefer this non-SPF formula during the winter months. For the same effect on arms, shoulders and neck after a shower I use Neostrata Lotion Plus Step up Level.PEEJ

Quite a strong face cream and I definitely reacted to it at first … got a slight bumpy rash which went in 2 days. It wasn't unsightly though! Just beware if you have sensitive skin. I now use this cream before bed and I have to say, I'm happy with the result. Skin feels softer and I swear I have fewer lines. I'm 51 and someone thought I was 44 the other day!Heather

I have used the Hydrator and Lytera for over 2 years. They both work well. I particularly like Lytera. I have melasma around my cheeks, mainly due to my genetics (I am Southeast Asian). I have tried many products over the years, including hydroquinone, but none have been as effective as Lytera for getting rid of my stubborn melasma. I could see the difference after 2 months of consistent use. The Hydrator goes on smooth and some of the fine lines around my forehead seem to have lessened but the effect is subtle. I have not used the serum, so I can't comment on its effectiveness.Anonymous

This is bar-none the best skin care regime on the market. From time to time, I switch it up and keep coming back to this. I use the Ha5 only at night because I find that it prevents makeup from applying smoothly. But even with a once a day application, I can see serious results. The TNS serum runs about before the rest of the kit, so I typically have order the TNS separately between the kits. Well worth the cost, and I am happy with the savings on auto-replenish.NOLaRed

I really like this product it's like it's made just for me. It's long lasting, last all day usually even on long days. I couldn't think of a way for it to be better. It's completely incomparable to other products quality wise. I'll definitely buy it againmaria.h

Again, 😆 seems to keep happening to me!! My product not found! Anywho; this formula of Palmers Shea is Raw. Not greasy, rubs into the skin nicely and is soothing. I use this form for my family and mine Eczema, on my back, the back of my arms and sometimes on my chest! It heals immediately. The best product OTC except Avenno that also is a miracle worker!! Also, may use for dry itchy skin not related to Eczema!! FYI: this formula has been a little harder to find in stock, in store. Maybe being discontinued not 💯 percent on that! 🥰cassylynn.k

Доброго дня.! Дякую. Крем чудовий! Робить шкіру шовковистою та насиченою. Взагалі цей виробник дуже класний. Дякую, за дуже швидку доставку, за 1 день!Anna