Persistent facial redness is often dismissed as sensitive skin, but in many cases, it is a sign of rosacea—a chronic inflammatory condition driven by vascular changes and barrier dysfunction. Understanding what triggers rosacea and how it progresses is key to treating it effectively. With the right combination of advanced laser treatments, barrier-repair therapies, and targeted skincare, redness can be significantly reduced and skin can return to a more balanced, resilient state.

In Hawaii, sun exposure is a year-round reality—but fall and winter still bring the best conditions for advanced skin treatments like lasers, microneedling, and chemical peels. Discover why now is the perfect time to renew your skin safely and effectively.

As we observe Hair Loss Awareness Month this August, Koru is here to help you understand hair loss, its causes, and the various hair loss treatments available.

We put together a comprehensive holistic timeline to help you navigate your upcoming year of skin and body treatments at Koru Medical Spa. Use it to help realize your health and beauty intentions for 2024 or to plan pre-event and post-event treatments so you will look and feel confidently radiant whatever the occasion!

In honor of National Gratitude Month and Thanksgiving, we asked the Koru Medical Spa and Island Dermatology team to share what they are grateful for. Here’s what they shared!

Emma Moore, surfer, content marketing freelancer (and Dr. Shellie’s daughter!) shares about her experience with healing sun damage and acne scars with The Ultimate Duo treatment at Koru.

Let's dive into the benefits of VI Peel and SkinPen Collagen Induction Therapy, especially when combined with PRP or AnteAGE MD Skin Cells.

In this journal entry, we explore everything about Craniosacral Therapy, it’s benefits, and what a session is like at Koru. If you're feeling a bit stressed and out of balance like many in the modern world, Craniosacral Therapy (CST) can help relieve the stored emotional and physical tension you may be experiencing and help restore your peace.

Model, surfer, environmental activest, and long-time Koru Guest, Alina Abramovich, unpacks societal norms and pressures around beauty and shares about her journey of choosing to get Dysport (neurotoxin).

Introducing the latest and revolutionary treatment at Koru Medical Spa - Soprano ICE Platinum Laser Hair Reduction.

When it comes to skincare products, not all are created equal. However, at Koru Medical Spa in Kailua Kona, we carry one brand that consistently impresses us with the quality and effectiveness of their products - Elta MD.

Here are some great reasons to become a VIP member.

2022 has quickly come and gone. For Island Dermatology and Koru Medical Spa it was a year of recovery, growth, and honor…

The use of stem cells is one of the most ground breaking technologies when it comes to anti-aging and overall skin health. Find out more on our journal.

In honor of National Gratitude Month and Thanksgiving, we asked the Koru Medical Spa and Island Dermatology team to share what they are grateful for. Here’s what they shared!

Get glowing in time for the holidays with these specials designed to show dramatic improvement within the next few months.

We share some amazing savings on our hair restoration services and products, as well as a special savings on fillers for those who may already have a lush set of locks! Check it out!

Although winter can be a better time of year for treatment because of its lower UV exposure, there are still many skin treatments and products that nourish your skin to health and radiance without significant downtime.

This month, we are offering specials on some of our favorite treatments that work to heal sun damage and reverse photoaging. We are also offering some of our favorite sun protective skincare products on special, and more!

Read Stephanie’s testimonial of her journey of overcoming acne.