Skin Care Products

In addition to her work as an oculofacial plastic surgeon, Dr. Laura Phan is passionate about the nonsurgical side of her practice. After years of experimenting, she has developed and launched her own product line, LaFaceMD, to provide a more comprehensive and effective skincare solution. Learn more about medical-grade skin care at her Saratoga, California, practice below.

Meet the Face Behind LaFace

Originally trained in ophthalmology, Dr. Laura Phan has a deep passion for facial aesthetics and the intricate art of surgery. She has trained under world-renowned experts in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery and is one of only a few surgeons in her area with this specialist skillset. Whether she is designing personalized treatment plans or the interiors of her treatment rooms, Dr. Phan's refined aesthetic sensibility and attention to detail shine through.

Meet Dr. Phan

Medical-Grade Skin Care at Home

Dr. Phan only recommends products that she personally uses and trusts. When building your treatment plan, she recommends you consider the following:

Cleansing and Exfoliation

Every skincare regimen should start with a mild cleanser. As most bar soaps are too harsh for the skin, Dr. Phan recommends washing with warm water and using a gentle cleanser to remove dirt and oil.

Adding an exfoliating cleanser 2 to 3 times a week promotes cell turnover. By sloughing off the top layer of the skin, you are also reducing blemishes and preparing the skin for other repairing and renewal products.

Dr. Phan encourages you to look for a cleanser with alpha hydroxyl acids (AHA) and beta hydroxyl acids (BHA). Her LaFaceMD Glyco10 Wash is particularly effective at keeping the skin bright, smooth, and clear.

Antioxidants and Sun Protection

As the single most important component of any skincare regimen, a broad-spectrum sunscreen helps protect the skin from photo-damage and aging. A broad-spectrum sunscreen should include a physical blocker like zinc or titanium dioxide and a chemical blocker such as oxybenzone. An SPF of 30 or greater is optimal.

In addition to sunscreen, topical antioxidants help remove free radicals in the superficial skin and prevent sun damage. Dr. Phan recommends antioxidants such as vitamin C + E and ferulic acid for patients of all ages. These antioxidants brighten and even out the skin tone while repairing and protecting the skin from sun damage. They also help with collagen production and inhibit melanin production. Melanin is the pigment in our skin. Increased melanin production is what leads to hyperpigmentation, melasma, and age spot.

Dr. Phan’s LaFaceMD Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen has SPF 50+ and anti-oxidants. It is a patients’ favorite. Her LaFaceMD highly concentrated Vitamin C+E and Ferulic Serum comes in three smaller (8 mL) bottles. Each bottle is reconstituted when patient is ready to use the serum–this prevents discoloration of the serum due to oxidation of the anti-oxidants that is often seen in bigger bottles after several weeks. Each 8-mL bottle lasts a month.

Hyperpigmentation Treatment

Over the years, hydroquinone has been the gold standard for hyperpigmentation treatments, typically used in combination with retinoids. It bleaches the skin by inhibiting the activity of tyrosinase, an enzyme needed to make melanin.

An alternative to hydroquinone is kojic acid, which inhibits tyrosine, an amino acid required to produce melanin. LaFaceMD’s K+L+C Compounded Cream contains arbutin and 4% kojic acid to inhibit melanin production, along with 8% lactic acid and 15% vitamin C for added benefits. Since the cream is compounded, the concentration of arbutin is customized to each patient’s based on the sensitivity of the skin and severity of hyperpigmenation. The concentration of arbutin may be as low as the equivalent of 4% Hydroquinone or as high as 12% Hydroquinone, without some of the concerns of Hydroquinone.

For more severe hyperpigmentation, Dr. Phan recommends using a stronger bleaching and exfoliating agent once a week in addition to K+L+C twice daily. This is the LaFaceMD A+L+P Pad, which contains 7% azelaic acid, 5% lactic acid, and 3% phytic acid. Dr. Phan’s customized skincare routine will inhibit melanin production, reduce inflammation, exfoliate, and increase cellular turnover, resulting in a brighter, more even skin tone, and even smoother skin.

Growth Factors and Skin Regeneration

In addition to an exfoliation and sun protection, Dr. Phan emphasizes the importance of growth factor products to renew the skin. Growth factors stimulate collagen production to fill in fine lines for more youthful, even skin. LaFaceMD Revital Plus combines growth factors with mild exfoliants and antioxidants for an all-in-one solution for regenerating skin. Dr. Phan recommend twice daily use.

For optimal results of growth factors, Dr. Phan also recommends a two prong approach, pairing the topical growth factors with biostimulator injections. This powerful combo floods the skin with powerful signals that boost collagen, speeds up skin renewal, and maximizes firmness, glow and renewal—delivering the highest level of rejuvenation inside and out.

Nightly Routine

For nightly use, Dr. Phan advises using a retinoid to exfoliate the skin further and stimulate fibroblasts, the cells that make collagen and add volume and support to the skin. Retinoids also promote blood vessel growth, improving skin tone and health.

Retinoids are all-around skin rejuvenators, reducing fine lines and blemishes while improving skin texture and tone.

Unlike many vitamin A derivatives that can cause irritation, dryness, or flaking, Dr. Phan’s LaFaceMD Ret 5 and Ret 10 Serums and Creams are uniquely formulated for results with little of no compromise. Designed with a range of skin types and sensitivities in mind, these retinoids deliver clinical-strength exfoliation while keeping your skin calm, hydrated, and glowing.

Moisturizing Regimen

Because environmental factor, inadequate water intake, skin condition, and aging, moisturizing routine is essential. Dr. Phan recommends hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5—two ingredients known for their deep hydration and skin-repairing benefits. Hyaluronic acid is a powerful humectant, a substance that attracts and holds water in the skin. It is naturally found in our skin and what helps give our skin the smooth, plump appearance. Unfortunately, hyaluronic acid levels decrease with age and environmental stressor, leading to dryness and dullness. Vitamin B5 is another humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

For an elevated, all-in-one solution, Dr. Phan has created LaFaceMD Revolumize Plus cream. This advanced formula combines hyaluronic acid with firming peptides and protective antioxidants to hydrate, smooth, and revitalize your skin—leaving it plump, calm, and glow-ready.

Again, for enhanced results, Dr. Phan recommends a two-prong approach, inside and out, to maximize the amount of hyaluronic acid to the skin. Injections, like SkinVive, deliver hyaluronic acid into and to retain the moisture within the skin, while the LaFace Revolume Plus helps lock in moisture, reinforce the skin barrier, and prolong the benefits of your treatment.