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Christina Ring, MD, FAAD | Dermatologist

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▫️Double board-certified
▫️Cornell, Rutgers, Jefferson trained
▫️Medical, surgical & cosmetic dermatology
▫️ @zenamedical | Newport Beach, CA

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Tackling the aging neck! Here’s the breakdown✨

1. Color: Red or brown discoloration can be effectively treated with different lasers. For redness, I recommend Vbeam, and for brown spots, options like Fraxel, DermaV, or Clear and Brilliant work wonders. IPL can tackle both!

2. Texture: Those pesky lines and wrinkles? A deeper resurfacing laser like the 1550nm Fraxel or a series of Clear and Brilliant sessions can make a difference. Neuromodulators can smooth out platysmal bands, while fillers target stubborn, deeper lines.

3. Elasticity: To firm the skin, you need radiofrequency or ultrasound treatments like Xerf or Sofwave.

A combination approach delivers the best results, but pinpointing the main concern is key for optimal outcomes! 🤌✨

#cosmetics #laser #filler #aesthetics taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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22 days ago

My recipe for a holiday glow 🍯

True radiance comes from being present and taking care of your mind, body, and spirit. Eat a fresh diet rich in antioxidants, exercise, spend quality time with friends and family. Read. Play. And wear the damn sunscreen ☀️😎

#glowup #vacation #sunscreen #healthyliving #greece by @dr.ringderm

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Microneedling is an amazing treatment because it delivers real results with minimal downtime—perfect for busy schedules! By creating tiny micro-channels in the skin, it stimulates natural collagen and elastin production, helping to smooth fine lines, minimize pores, and improve overall texture and tone. #microneedling #dermatology #skintreatment taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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What if your own blood could become a natural filler? 👀

PRF EZ Gel takes your own blood and processes it into a smooth, injectable gel rich in natural growth factors. The goal? Natural-looking fullness, a collagen boost, and skin rejuvenation without looking overfilled.

Think soft volume + regenerative benefits, using what your body already has.

PRF + collagen boost + natural filler-like fullness = EZ Gel.

Would you choose a treatment that works with your body rather than traditional filler?

#ezgel #prf #naturalfiller taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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2 months ago

🩸Would you inject your own blood into your face?

Before you answer, watch how simple the process is. Then keep reading to learn how PRF EZ Gel works to naturally rejuvenate your skin.

This isn’t filler—it’s PRF EZGel, a regenerative treatment made from your own blood that’s processed into a smooth, gel-like injectable rich in growth factors.

Here’s how it works:
1. 🩸 Blood Draw – A small sample of your blood is collected.
2. 🔄 Spin the Blood – Your blood is centrifuged to separate and concentrate the PRF and growth factors.
3. ⚗️ Create PRF EZGel – The PRF is gently heated and cooled to create a smooth, natural gel.
4. 💉 Prepare the Injection – The EZGel is carefully drawn into a syringe.
5. ✨ Inject & Rejuvenate – The PRF EZGel is precisely injected to restore volume, stimulate collagen, and improve skin quality.

Would you try it? Tell us YES or NO in the comments. 👇

#prfezgel #naturalfiller #naturalrejuvenation #collagenboost taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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2 months ago

When the hair gummies are so delicious you “accidentally” forget lunch every day
Send help (or more gummies). #hairloss #hairgummies #dermatologist taken in Newport Beach, California by @dr.ringderm

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3 months ago

The goal has never been to look frozen. 💉

With a conservative amount of Botox, we can gently reduce repetitive muscle movement that causes fine lines to become permanent etched-in wrinkles over time.

The result? You still look like you. You still have natural expression. You’re simply giving your skin a chance to stay smoother for longer.

Think of it as prevention, not transformation. Small, strategic treatments today can help minimize deeper lines tomorrow.

✨ Natural results. Thoughtful dosing. Long-term skin health.

Ready to learn if it’s the right time for you?
DM us “Botox” or use the link in our bio to schedule your consultation.

#botox #preventativebotox #dermatology #dermatologists taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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3 months ago

Why ALASTIN® HydraTint Pro Mineral Sunscreen SPF 36 Is One of the Best Tinted Mineral Sunscreens.

Not all sunscreens are created equal. ☀️

ALASTIN® HydraTint Pro Mineral Sunscreen SPF 36 does more than protect against UVA/UVB rays, it also provides lightweight, sheer coverage that helps blur imperfections while supporting healthier-looking skin.

✨ 100% mineral broad-spectrum SPF
✨ Universal tint for a natural glow
✨ Antioxidants to defend against environmental damage
✨ Lightweight, non-greasy finish
✨ Perfect for daily wear and post-procedure skin

Daily sunscreen is one of the most important steps in preventing premature aging, dark spots, and skin cancer. If you’re looking for a sunscreen you’ll actually love wearing every day, this is a favorite.

#AlastinSkincare #HydraTint #MineralSunscreen #TintedSunscreen #spf taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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🤫 Dr. Ring’s Secrets to Aging Slower

Botox, filler, and XERF each target a different cause of facial aging, and together, they create one of the most effective preventative aging strategies available.

✨ Botox helps prevent and soften expression lines caused by repetitive muscle movement.

✨ Filler restores lost volume and supports facial contours that naturally change over time.

✨ XERF stimulates collagen production, tightens skin, and addresses laxity before it becomes more pronounced.

Together, these treatments target three of the biggest contributors to facial aging: wrinkles, volume loss, and skin laxity.

No treatment can STOP the aging process, but the right combination can help you maintain a refreshed, natural look for years to come.

📍Schedule your consultation to discover the right treatment plan for your goals.

#Botox #XERF #filler #AntiAging #antiagingtreatment taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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4 months ago

✨ How Sculptra Helps Turn Back the Clock Naturally ✨

One of the biggest changes that happens as we age isn’t just wrinkles. It’s volume loss. Over time, we naturally lose collagen, causing areas of the face to become more hollow, gaunt, or skeletal in appearance. Common areas include the temples, cheeks, and around the jawline.

Unlike traditional fillers that simply add volume, Sculptra works by stimulating your body’s own collagen production. This gradual process helps rebuild the underlying structure of the face, restoring natural-looking fullness and improving skin quality over time.

The result? A refreshed, healthier appearance that still looks like you, just more youthful and rejuvenated.

For this patient, we used Sculptra to stimulate collagen and restore volume naturally. We then added a small amount of temple filler to further soften the hollowing and reduce the skeletal appearance, creating a balanced and refreshed result.

✔️ Stimulates your own collagen
✔️ Gradual, natural-looking improvement
✔️ Restores youthful facial contours
✔️ Helps improve hollowness and volume loss

Aging doesn’t have to mean looking tired or gaunt. Sometimes the most beautiful results come from simply restoring what has been lost.

#Sculptra #CollagenStimulator #FacialRejuvenation #TempleFiller taken in ZENA Medical by @dr.ringderm

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4 months ago

Cold sores after cosmetic procedures!!! Here’s what you need to know…

Cold sores or fever blisters are caused by the herpes virus which most of us have been exposed to at some point in our lives.

The virus lives in our nerves and reactivates when stimulated- by stress, sunlight, injectables or lasers.

You can prevent this by taking an antiviral before or immediately after the procedure as directed by your health care provider.

#lipblush #lipfillers #prevention #aesthetics taken in Newport Beach, California by @dr.ringderm

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5 months ago

Spot the melanoma‼️👀

Knowing these signs can help you spot it on yourself, friends, or family.

Often, scary-looking brown spots are benign, while some “normal” looking ones can be melanoma.

🔍 Watch for these signs:

🟤 Different is concerning! If a spot stands out from others in size, shape, or color, get it checked

🟤 Remember the ABCDEs:
• Asymmetrical
• Border irregularity
• Color variation
• Diameter larger than a pencil eraser
• Evolving over time

🟤 New moles after 40? That’s not normal!

Melanoma can be deadly, but it’s treatable if caught early. Know your moles and look for changes. WEAR SUNSCREEN. And schedule your yearly skin check with a board-certified dermatologist ✔️

✨The answer is D! ✨

#skincancer #melanomaawareness #prevention by @dr.ringderm

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