Santa Barbara Skin Care

Santa Barbara Skin Care Gary Novatt, MD and Corey Frucht, MD, PhD are board-certified medical,surgical,and cosmetic dermatol Dr. Gary Novatt, M.D. and M.Phil. She received her B.S.

is a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and laser surgeon. He has advanced training in laser surgery and uses the latest techniques in rejuvenation. Dr. Novatt received his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He also attended the University of the Pacific Stockton California where he received his degree in Pharmacology. Dr. Novatt completed his internship at Los Angeles County Medical Center and completed his residency training in Dermatology at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, FL. Dr. Novatt is a diplomat of the American Board of Dermatology. He is a delegate for California Society of Dermatology and Dermatological Surgery, serves as past president for the Tri-County Dermatology Society, and serves on the American Academy of Dermatology Advisory Committee, and is an active member of the Santa Barbara Medical Association and the California Medical Association. Dr. Novatt has published several articles in medical journals. He actively lectures to physicians at medical conferences and has an actively role in supporting his local community on skin cancer awareness. Dr. Novatt specializes in all diseases of the skin, hair and nails. Dr. Novatt has had extensive training in skin cancer surgery including Mohs Micrographic Surgery. He is Santa Barbara’s #1 injector for Botox. He also uses Juvederm, Radiesse, Restylane, Dysport, Perlane and Sculptura, in addition to performing other cosmetic procedures such as sclerotherapy and laser treatments. Dr. Frucht is a board-certified medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologist. A New York native, Dr. Frucht earned his M.D., Ph.D. degrees at Yale University in Connecticut prior to relocating to Santa Barbara, where he completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. He then completed dermatology residency at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), in La Jolla, CA. While at UCSD, Dr. Frucht developed a particular interest in the use of lasers, skin tightening devices, dermal fillers, and Botox for skin rejuvenation, with an emphasis on obtaining natural results. Dr. Frucht has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and presented at national conferences. He is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and California Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery. Dr. Frucht has been recognized as a "Top Doctor" on the cosmetic website RealSelf. Dr. Frucht provides comprehensive dermatologic care with expertise in screening for and managing all forms of skin cancer, as well as treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and acne, and is trained to use biologic and other systemic therapies when necessary. Dr. Frucht has extensive training in cutaneous surgery including Mohs micrographic surgery and has advanced training in the use of lasers, dermal fillers, and Botox for skin rejuvenation. Dr. Frucht also has extensive experience with and has published on treating male cosmetic patients, and is therefore sensitive to their unique needs. In his spare time, Dr. Frucht enjoys playing guitar, writing music, cooking, camping, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. Claire Wiswall, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant. with honors from the University of Southern California School of Medicine. Claire is from Bakersfield, California and graduated from UC Santa Barbara in 1991. Claire is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the California Academy of Physician Assistants. Claire joined our practice in 2006 with prior experience in orthopedic surgery. Claire provides a full range of medical and cosmetic procedures including, Botox, Juvederm and laser treatment for brown spots, sun damage, photofacial and laser hair removal. She also provides a full range of dermatology
services. Claire enjoys helping her patients achieve and maintain their best skin ever. In her spare time, Claire enjoys hiking the local trails, cycling, reading and spending time with her family.

12/26/2025

The sun may feel softer in winter, but it’s still working overtime. 🌞
Pack your SPF and your lip SPF before you hit the slopes! 🎿

May your day be full of light, rest and moments that make you glow from the inside out. 🎁
12/26/2025

May your day be full of light, rest and moments that make you glow from the inside out. 🎁

A 2025 AAD survey found that 20% of Gen Z still prioritize getting a tan over protecting their skin,  and 25% say lookin...
12/24/2025

A 2025 AAD survey found that 20% of Gen Z still prioritize getting a tan over protecting their skin, and 25% say looking great now is worth looking worse later.
Many even believe it’s “better to be tan than to worry about skin cancer.”
But the data tells a different story.
Researchers found that indoor tanning increases the risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by nearly 3x. Tanning bed users also showed DNA damage across almost the entire surface of the skin, including mutations that can lead to melanoma.

If you have a Gen Z child, niece, sibling, or someone you love who still tans indoors, gently encourage safer alternatives: spray tans, bronzing drops, SPF, and sun-smart habits.
There are so many ways to connect, bond, and feel good in your skin that don’t involve tanning beds.

If you still have HSA/FSA funds to use before year-end, now’s the perfect time to stop by the office, restock essentials...
12/22/2025

If you still have HSA/FSA funds to use before year-end, now’s the perfect time to stop by the office, restock essentials, and invest in skin protection for 2026.
SPF is considered a medical necessity to help prevent UV damage and reduce skin cancer risk, so purchases made in-office can often be reimbursed.
Ask our team which physician-dispensed products qualify and how to apply your benefits.
Healthy skin + smart budgeting = our favorite glow. ✨
Those funds expire 12/31—so you have just a few more days to use them before you lose them.

Stepping into the height of holiday festivities this Friday ✨If you just had lip filler, caring for your lips post-treat...
12/19/2025

Stepping into the height of holiday festivities this Friday ✨
If you just had lip filler, caring for your lips post-treatment is essential. A little patience now ensures the most beautiful payoff later.
And trust me, your favorite lipstick will feel so worth the wait. 💋

People with 10 or more atypical moles have up to a 12× higher risk of developing melanoma.Regular skin checks with a der...
12/17/2025

People with 10 or more atypical moles have up to a 12× higher risk of developing melanoma.
Regular skin checks with a dermatologist, along with monthly self-exams, are key to early detection.
If you’ve been meaning to book, now’s a great time to get squeezed in before the new year.

Thanks to the passage of the SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act, the FDA is taking meaningful steps to advance sunscreen innov...
12/16/2025

Thanks to the passage of the SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act, the FDA is taking meaningful steps to advance sunscreen innovation.
If approved, this ingredient would be recognized as safe and effective for use in adults and children 6 months of age and older.

This marks an important move toward expanding public access to innovative, safe, and effective sunscreen ingredients that have already been available and widely used in other parts of the world.

Small wins for skin health today are big wins for our future. ☀️

It’s that time of year when FSA dollars disappear... so use them wisely! Many skin treatments and medical-grade products...
12/10/2025

It’s that time of year when FSA dollars disappear... so use them wisely! Many skin treatments and medical-grade products (hello, sunscreen!) are FSA-eligible, making now the perfect moment to stock up or schedule your care.

Dermatologic care isn’t about changing your face, it’s about supporting the healthiest version of your own skin. 🫶✨Your ...
12/09/2025

Dermatologic care isn’t about changing your face, it’s about supporting the healthiest version of your own skin. 🫶✨

Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and caring for it is one of the most impactful forms of self-care. When your skin feels balanced, healthy, and protected, your confidence follows. That moment you look in the mirror and recognize yourself... that’s the goal.
Healthy skin is powerful.
And you deserve to feel that every day.
Let’s take care of it, together.

12/06/2025

Couldn’t be me! 😉 The holidays may be about everyone else… but your skin deserves care too.
A little bit of this and a little bit of that 💉 goes a long way.
Start 2026 in your best skin yet. ✨

TEWL is the amount of water that naturally evaporates from your skin every day. When your barrier is healthy, it keeps h...
12/05/2025

TEWL is the amount of water that naturally evaporates from your skin every day. When your barrier is healthy, it keeps hydration in and irritants out.
But when it’s disrupted, from winter weather, over-exfoliation, sunburn, or conditions like eczema, moisture escapes quickly, leaving skin tight, flaky, and more sensitive.

If your skin has been feeling unusually dry or reactive, it may be a sign your barrier needs support.
We’re here to help assess what’s driving your moisture loss and help you rebuild a stronger, more resilient barrier for long-lasting hydration.

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2320 Bath Street, Ste 205
Santa Barbara, CA
93105

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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+18055691164

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