MEDICAL-GRADE ACNE SKINCARE · HOME ROUTINE

Acne Skincare in San Diego

A simple, effective medical-grade home routine, matched to your skin to clear breakouts and prevent new ones. Selected by a dermatologist at SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas.

✓ Dermatologist-selected products
✓ Supports and sustains your acne results
✓ Dermatologist-led aesthetic center · SOM Method
MEDICAL-GRADE ACNE SKINCARE GUIDE

What skincare is best for acne?

At SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas, our dermatologist-trained team follows the SOM Method to build a simple medical-grade home routine for your acne. It typically includes a gentle cleanser, an active like benzoyl peroxide or a retinoid, and oil-free moisturizer and sunscreen, chosen for your skin type and tolerance. Pricing depends on the products. Skincare supports prescriptions and keeps results lasting, no 10-step routine needed.

ACNE SKINCARE · QUICK FACTS
Pricing

In consult

Routine

Simple, effective

Includes

Cleanse, treat, protect

Best with

Rx or in-office

Goal

Clear + prevent

Maintenance

Every 3–6 months

ACNE SKINCARE AT A GLANCE
TREATMENT TIME

Daily routine

ONSET

Weeks to months

DURATION

Ongoing upkeep

DOWNTIME

None

CORE STEPS

Cleanse, treat, protect

PROVIDER

Dermatologist-trained provider

DOCUMENTED SKINCARE RESULTS

Real skincare results.

A consistent medical-grade routine clears breakouts and keeps skin clear, building over weeks.

Skincare · before
✓ Good Candidates

• Mild acne or maintaining clear skin • Supporting prescriptions or in-office care • Overwhelmed by too many products • Sensitive or easily irritated skin • Want a dermatologist-built routine • Any skin tone or type

⚠ May Not Be Right For

• Severe or scarring acne alone (add medical treatment)

• Looking for a single overnight fix

• Allergy to a recommended ingredient
• Pregnant (some actives, ask first)
• Unwilling to use sunscreen daily
• Expect results without consistency
Our dermatologist-trained team follows the SOM Method to build a routine that fits your skin and life.
ABOUT THE TREATMENT

A simple routine that actually clears acne.

Medical-grade acne skincare is a short, effective home routine selected by a dermatologist for your skin. It usually pairs a gentle cleanser with proven actives, like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or a retinoid, plus an oil-free moisturizer and daily sunscreen.

Unlike random drugstore products, each step is chosen to work together for your skin type and acne, without irritation. It supports prescriptions and in-office treatments and keeps skin clear long term. Our team adjusts it as your skin improves.

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WHY CHOOSE SOM FOR ACNE SKINCARE

Products chosen by a medical team, not guesswork.

Simple and effective

A short routine you will actually keep up.

The SOM Method

Dermatologist-trained providers follow the SOM Method.

Works with treatment

Supports prescriptions and in-office care.

Adjusted over time

We refine the routine as your skin changes.

FROM CONSULTATION TO RESULT

Four steps. One personalized plan.

01

Consultation

Our team reviews your skin, current products, and acne type.
02

Build the Routine

A short, effective set of products is selected for you.
03

Start Simple

You begin gradually to build tolerance and avoid irritation.
04

Refine

We adjust products and strengths as your skin improves.
TRANSPARENT PRICING · BY TIER

How much does an acne skincare routine cost in San Diego?

ROUTINE

In consult

By products selected
Confirmed in consultation

RECOMMENDED

SOM MEMBER

Member pricing available
10% off retail
Available after first visit

DURATION

Ongoing

Replenish as needed
Cost depends on the products in your routine; confirmed in consultation

Final pricing is confirmed in consultation. 0% APR financing through Cherry and CareCredit for qualifying patients.

YOUR EXPERIENCE

Before · During · After

Before

During

Bring the products you currently use. Introduce new actives gradually, use sunscreen daily, and give the routine several weeks. Tell us about sensitivity, pregnancy, or any reactions.

• Bring your current products

• Introduce actives gradually

• Use sunscreen every day
• Give it several weeks of consistency
• Tell us about sensitivity or pregnancy
FROM CONSULTATION TO RESULT
Four steps. One personalized plan.

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Our team reviews your skin, current products, and acne type. A short, effective set of products is selected for you. You begin gradually to build tolerance and avoid irritation. We adjust products and strengths as your skin improves.

01 Consultation

02 Build the Routine

03 Start Simple
04 Refine
• Mild pinch, no numbing needed
• No downtime, walk in and out

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AFTER YOUR TREATMENT

Masseter Botox aftercare

Avoid rubbing or massaging the area for 24 hours, stay upright for about 4 hours, and skip strenuous exercise that day. Jawline slimming develops gradually over 6 to 8 weeks as the muscle relaxes. Results typically last 3 to 4 months.

• Stop blood-thinning supplements 48h prior
• No alcohol 24h before
• Clean skin, no makeup on the jaw
• Mention any jaw, TMJ, or dental changes
• Plan a relaxed 24h after

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Dermatologist-led aesthetic care at SOM Aesthetics in Encinitas
THE SOM METHOD · MASSETER TECHNIQUE

Masseter Botox guided by the SOM Method.

Dermatologist-trained SOM providers use shared protocols for assessment, placement, documentation, and follow-up. This consistency supports precise, individualized care no matter which qualified SOM provider you see.

SAFETY · AFTERCARE

Care after masseter Botox.

✓ Do

• Stay upright for 4 hours post-injection
• Apply ice gently if jaw feels swollen
• Eat soft foods for 24 hours
• Sleep on your back the first night
• Resume skincare 24 hours after
• Call us immediately with any concerns

Don't

• No heavy chewing (gum, tough meat) 24h
• No massage or rubbing the jaw area (24h)
• No saunas, hot yoga, hot tubs (24h)
• No alcohol for 24 hours
• No facial treatments for 2 weeks
• No heavy exercise for 24 hours

MASSETER BOTOX QUESTIONS · SAN DIEGO

Questions patients ask before booking.

How long does masseter Botox take to slim the jawline?
Can masseter Botox affect my smile or chewing?
Does masseter Botox support TMJ symptoms related to teeth grinding or clenching?
How long does masseter Botox last, and when is maintenance needed?
What happens if I do not like my jawline after masseter Botox?
Is masseter Botox covered by insurance, and how is pricing determined?
COMPARE ALTERNATIVES · DECISION MATRIX

Masseter Botox vs. alternatives.

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Masseter Botox
V-Line Surgery
Chin Volumizer

Goal

Slim masseter muscle

Shave jawbone

Add chin projection

Procedure type

Injection (non-surgical)

Surgical

Injection

Downtime

None

2–4 weeks

1–2 days

Permanence

Reversible · 4–6 months

Permanent

12–24 months

TMJ (Teeth Grinding, Clenching)

Yes, primary benefit

No

No

Risk

Low · non-surgical

High · surgical

Low

Cost (SOM)

$560–$800 first

Not offered

$750–$1,400

Best for

Slimming + TMJ support + temporary

Permanent drastic change

Profile projection

SOM recommends

Default choice

Refer surgeon

Pairs with masseter

LOCAL · SAN DIEGO

Masseter Botox in Encinitas North County San Diego.

SOM Aesthetics is located at 25 E E St, Encinitas, CA 92024, minutes from Del Mar, La Jolla, Carlsbad, Solana Beach, and Rancho Santa Fe. Same-day masseter Botox available for qualified patients.