Peterson Pierre, MD
Physician
Locations
Stanford Trained + The Gentle Injector
Why Patients Trust Dr. Pierre
- Peterson Pierre, MD is a highly respected authority in both medical and cosmetic dermatology, recognized for attending to patients’ overall health rather than appearance alone.
- Certified by the American Board of Dermatology, he received his medical degree and completed his specialty training in dermatology at the Stanford University School of Medicine.
- Known by his patients as the “gentle injector,” he is talented in the use of BOTOX and fillers, and personally administers every laser and injectable treatment at the practice.
- His medical work uses the latest laser technology for rosacea, age spots, sun damage, wrinkles and scars — chronic conditions whose treatment has helped many patients regain confidence.
- Often consulted by his peers, he is the author of several scientific articles, abstracts and a textbook chapter, and founded the Pierre Skin Care Institute in 2004.
Meet Dr. Peterson Pierre
A highly respected authority in medical as well as cosmetic dermatology, Dr. Peterson Pierre is recognized for attending to patients’ overall health, not just beauty. Certified by the American Board of Dermatology, he received his medical degree and completed specialty training in dermatology at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Through his Pierre Skin Care Institute, Dr. Pierre offers a wide variety of procedures, including both ablative and non-ablative laser techniques to treat sun damage and wrinkles. Cosmetically, a unique rejuvenating program is designed for each patient to create beautiful, natural outcomes. These are customized treatments for results that are subtle, never overdone.
Known by his patients as the “gentle injector,” Dr. Pierre is talented in the use of BOTOX® and fillers, with an impeccable reputation for exceeding patients’ expectations. At Pierre Skin Care Institute, Dr. Pierre’s priority is achieving the most natural results with the greatest degree of patient comfort. He administers all laser and injectable treatments at the practice.
Dr. Pierre’s superior reputation extends to his treatment of medical skin conditions that affect more than one’s appearance. His services include the latest laser technology for treatment of rosacea, age spots, sun damage, wrinkles, and scars. Dr. Pierre has helped many patients combat depression, anxiety, and a lack of esteem brought on by skin ailments. Addressing chronic skin conditions has helped many of his patients regain confidence and find renewed joy in life.
Often consulted by his peers for advice, Dr. Pierre is the author of several scientific articles, abstracts, and a textbook chapter. He founded Pierre Skin Care Institute, based in Thousand Oaks, California, in 2004.
Dr. Pierre met his wife at Stanford Medical School; they have two children.
In The Media September 30, 2025
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Vogue’s “Your Anti-Aging Skin-Care Routine, Simplified”
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In The Media September 23, 2025
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Allure’s “9 Best Moisturizing Body Washes for Skin That Never Feels Itchy”
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In The Media September 16, 2025
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Allure’s “The Best Exfoliating Bar Soaps Are the Easiest Way to Get Rid of Rough Skin”
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In The Media September 12, 2025
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Men’s Health’s “The 7 Best LED Face Masks for Men in 2025, According to Experts”
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In The Media August 26, 2025
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Forbes’ “Bisabolol Is The Soothing Skin Ingredient Dermatologists Want You To Know”
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In The Media May 20, 2023
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Prevention’s “Do You Really Need an Anti-Wrinkle Straw? Dermatologists Weigh In on the Skincare Trend”
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In The Media March 22, 2023
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Seventeen’s “Does Laser Hair Removal Hurt?”
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In The Media April 13, 2022
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Town & Country’s “Experts Reveal How to Treat Forehead Wrinkles”
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In The Media February 23, 2022
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Allure’s “3 Different Generations of Black Women On Getting Injectables for the First Time”
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In The Media October 20, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Strategist’s “How to Take Care of a Bald Head, According to Experts”
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In The Media September 23, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The List’s “Bar Soap Vs. Body Wash: The Best Brands For Each”
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In The Media September 17, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Sister’s “Can Face Yoga Take Years off Your Appearance?”
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In The Media August 22, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in MSN’s “These Body Oils Are So Good, Your Skin Will Write You a Thank-You Letter”
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In The Media August 20, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Bustle’s “Demystifying The Differences Between Face Oils & Serums”
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In The Media August 5, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Mind Over Mango’s “What is Double Cleansing & Why You Should Do it, According to a Dermatologist”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Mind Over Mango’s “A Complete Guide to Vitamin C in your Skincare Routine”
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In The Media July 29, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Fatherly’s “Men’s Skin Cancer Rates Dwarf Those of Women. Toxic Masculinity Is to Blame.”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Allure’s “The 13 Best Lip Plumping Glosses and Balms”
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In The Media July 27, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Men’s Health’s “12 Anti-Dandruff Shampoos That Simply Work”
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In The Media July 16, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in DireDonna’s “Latte detergente, la guida definitiva (in base al tipo di pelle)”
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In The Media July 14, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in AskMen’s “A Guide to Getting Healthy Glowing Skin for Men”
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In The Media June 30, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Forbes’ “Beat The Heat With One Of These Refreshing Facial Mists”
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In The Media June 25, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in NBC News’ “5 best face moisturizers with sunscreen in 2021”
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In The Media June 21, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Women’s Health’s “Here’s How Hyperpigmentation Affects Black Skin, According To Dermatologists”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in MSN’s “Hyperpigmentation Is Actually More Prevalent In People With Darker Skin”
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In The Media June 12, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in SPY’s “Tanning & Tattoos: Is a Golden Color Worth Risking Your Ink?”
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In The Media June 10, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Business Insider India’s “7 reasons your hair may be thinning and how to stop shedding”
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In The Media June 10, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Healthy’s “Can Stress Cause Hives? 8 Things to Know About Stress Hives”
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In The Media June 6, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Yahoo! Lifestyle’s “9 Secret Side Effects of Hand Sanitizer, According to Doctors”
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In The Media June 4, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Cosmopolitan’s “17 Super Cute Earrings to Try If You Have Sensitive Ears”
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In The Media May 21, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “Health Habits Women Should Never Do After Age 40”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Healthy’s “Can Snail Mucin Really Help Your Skin? What Skin Care Experts Say”
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In The Media May 13, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in ETHealthworld’s “The hazardous impact of hand sanitizer’s overexposure”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in MSN’s “Bakuchiol: Why You Should Try This Retinol Alternative”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “30 Ways Your Heart Is Not Working Correctly, Say Doctors”
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In The Media May 2, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Yahoo! Style’s “30 Ways Your Heart Is Not Working Correctly, Say Doctors”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Bustle’s “The 5 Best Antiperspirants For Sweat”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in MSN’s “Bakuchiol for Your Skin—the Retinol Alternative to Try”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Forbes’ “The Best Spring Skincare Launches For Sensitive Skin”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Healthy’s “Bakuchiol for Your Skin—the Retinol Alternative to Try”
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In The Media April 27, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Real Simple’s “3 Skincare Products You Should Buy in Bulk to Save Money—and 3 You Shouldn’t”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Healthy’s “The 6 Dos—and 4 Don’ts—of Using a Pumice Stone”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “33 Best Foods for Glowing Skin That’s Blemish-Free”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “20 Signs of Cancer Usually Ignored by Women”
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In The Media March 19, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Skincare Hero’s “Drunk Elephant Virgin Marula Luxury Facial Oil Review”
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In The Media March 16, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The List’s “Why You Should Never Put Hand Sanitizer On Your Face”
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In The Media March 14, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Zoe Report’s “Do You Need To Exercise Your Face, Too? Here’s What Experts Are Saying”
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In The Media March 1, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in CVLUX’s “A Closer Look: Probiotic Skincare”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “40 Worst Health Mistakes Men Make After 40”
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In The Media February 27, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Elite Daily’s “The 5 Best Biotin Shampoos”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Eat This, Not That!’s “30 Ways Your Heart Is Not Working Correctly, Say Doctors”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Yahoo! Style’s “6 Ways Your Skincare Routine Should Change When You Start Using Retinol”
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In The Media February 16, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Good Housekeeping’s “6 Ways Your Skincare Routine Should Change When You Start Using Retinol”
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In The Media February 11, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in aSweatLife’s “How to Keep Your Skin Soft and Smooth All Winter Long”
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In The Media February 3, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Byrdie’s “The Startling Connection Between Your Workout and Your Skin”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Byrdie’s “If You’re in Your 40s, Try This Nighttime Skincare Routine”
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In The Media January 13, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Reader’s Digest Best Health’s “Thinking About Laser or Light Therapy for Rosacea? Here’s How It Works”
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In The Media January 11, 2021
Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in HelloGiggles’ “Here’s What Dermatologists Want You to Know About Tretinoin”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in The Healthy’s “Thinking About Laser or Light Therapy for Rosacea? Here’s How It Works”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Real Simple’s “Are At-Home Beauty Treatments Safe? Derms Weigh in on Which Ones you Should-and Shouldn’t-Try At Home”
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Dr. Peterson Pierre Featured in Allure’s “The Best Laundry Detergents and Soaps to Use If You Have Sensitive Skin”
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