Manhattan Beach CA Dermatologist
Top Level Patient Care
Here at Pure Dermatology we strive to provide top level patient care. We have strived to create a warm, personal environment where all of your skincare needs can be met. Expert and renowned dermatologist Dr. Nina Desai offers the most advanced cutting-edge skin treatments for issues such as acne, eczema, skin cancer, wrinkles, fine lines, aging skin and scars. She cares for all types of skin conditions with a special emphasis in the areas of cosmetic dermatology and laser surgery. Dr Desai, with her gentle touch and the highest standard of care is excited to help you look and feel your very best.
Dr. Nina Desai
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Nina Desai is a board certified medical and cosmetic dermatologist. She received both her undergraduate degree and medical degree from Brown University, working under some of the smartest minds in medicine. Her passion to understand skin disease and how the skin heals led her to pursue research fellowships at both Harvard University, and Cornell University where she published numerous papers and book chapters on skin cancer and skin diseases, in particular in skin of color. She then trained at St Luke’s- Roosevelt and Beth Israel Hospitals in New York City where she was able to learn first hand how to treat skin issues in a very diverse population. In her medical practice, whether she is treating acne, or skin cancer, she loves to educate her patients as to why they are experiencing this condition and how they will manage it both in office and at home. With her aesthetic patients, she loves looking at the entire picture, combining numerous modalities including injectables, collagen stimulating devices, light/laser energy and a flawless at-home regimen to give her patients the most natural youthful look and their very best skin.
She understands that the world of skin and beauty is continually evolving and she is committed to keeping up to date on all that is changing in dermatology and aesthetic medicine. She is a member of many relevant national and international organizations including the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, and Women’s Dermatologic Society.
Her philosophy is simple, to help all of her patients achieve healthy beautiful skin so they can look and feel their very best every day.
What Patients Are Saying
“I am so excited for Dr. Desai to open Pure Dermatology. As a loyal patient for four years, I have been telling all my friends that if you want comprehensive care from one of the most skilled physicians in the nation, Dr. Desai is who you want to see. She is an expert in the field but also has a phenomenal bedside manner. I never feel rushed and she’s really great at explaining each treatment so I have a clear understanding of what to expect. Whether I need a skin check or I want a deep laser to build collagen, Dr. Desai is who I trust with my skin. “
— J.C.
“Dr. Desai is not only an excellent dermatologist, she is extremely kind and caring. She takes time to answer all of your questions and make you feel completely comfortable before and after every procedure. She is full of knowledge and tailors her approach with each patient to suit their needs best. I highly recommend her.”
— K.J.
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Pure Dermatology Offers You Top Level Patient Care
Medical Dermatology
Cosmetic Dermatology
Helping you look and feel your very best.
Treatments by Concern
For Anti-aging & Wrinkles
After the age of 20, our body produces about 1% less collagen per year. Both collagen and elastin are the essential proteins for the strength and elasticity of our skin. While we can’t stop the natural aging process, there are multiple ways we can slow down the process and to give our skin a more youthful look.
Treatments
Restylane®
Silk, Lyft, Restylane, Defyne, Refyne, Kysse
Juvéderm®
Voluma, Vollure, Volbella,
Ultra Plus XC, Ultra XC
Belotero Balance®
Hyaluronic Acid for Superficial Lines
Sculptra®
Collagen Stimulating Injectable
Aquagold® Fine Touch™
24K Gold Microneedling
Microneedling
Collagen Stimulation
Halo™ Fractional
Superficial and Deep Laser Treatment
MicroLaserPeel®
Superficial Resurfacing
ProFractional™ Resurfacing
Superficial and Deep Fractional Resurfacing
Forever Young™ BBL®
Advanced Light Treatment
Contour TRL™
Deep Resurfacing
Clear and Brilliant Touch®
Minimally Invasive Laser Treatment
For Even Skin Tone, Texture & Pigment
Discoloration on our skin whether caused by brown spots, red spots, melasma or sun damage can contribute to our skin tone looking uneven and dull. With tools and devices that specifically target this pigment both on the superficial layers of the skin and deeper we can achieve a more youthful, even glow to our skin.
Treatments
Clear and Brilliant Touch®
Minimally Invasive Laser Treatment
Microneedling
Collagen Stimulatin + Platelet Rich Plasma
Halo™ Fractional
Superficial and Deep Laser Treatment
MicroLaserPeel®
Superficial Resurfacing
Vi Peel/Chemical Peels
Chemical Exfoliation
Aquagold® Fine Touch™
24K Gold Microneedling
Acne, Acne Scars & Body Scars
Treating any type of scar is a passion of Dr. Desai’s. Scars from acne, surgery, or trauma can greatly affect our confidence. With combination treatments we can minimize the appearance of even the deepest scar. These treatments are safe for all skin types.
Treatments
ProFractional™ Laser
Resurfacing Laser Treatment
Sculptra®
Aesthetic Injectable Treatment
Forever Clear® BBL®
Advanced Light Treatment
Microneedling
Collagen Stimulatin + Platelet Rich Plasma
Vi Peel/Chemical Peels
Chemical Exfoliation
