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Meet Althaea Skin and the C·A·R·A Device
A Los Angeles dermatologist and med spa owner launches a new skin care line based on Nobel Prize-winning research about the skin's circadian rhythms and an at-home rejuvenation tool inspired by her in-office treatments.
by Staff
February 23, 2026
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The Althaea Skincare line developed by Dr. Ava Shamban, based on Nobel Prize-winning research about the skin having its own circadian rhythm.
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Los Angeles-based Dr. Ava Shamban has been a dermatologist for more than 30 years, and in that time, she has served as the resident dermatologist on Extreme Makeover, as well asopened med spas in Los Angeles.
Recently, Shamban launched the premium skin-care brand,Althaea Skin. The line is inspired by Nobel Prize-winning research showing that the skin has its own circadian rhythm that influences key functions, such as cell regeneration, hydration levels & barrier protection. Daily stressors can easily disrupt these cycles, leading to skin woes like inflammation and signs of aging.
Her resulting time-targeted collection is the product of three years of extensive research to determine the just-right, clinically proven ingredients and innovative delivery systems that address the skin's needs during the day and night. Each formula features the dermatologist's patent-pending proprietary complexes, Lunar Synq Technology, and Solar Synq Technology which support the skin's natural cycles.
The C·A·R·A device integrates Radio Frequency, EMS and dual-wavelength LED to rewind visible signs of aging, stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis and improve tone, clarity and suppleness.
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The C·A·R·A Tool
In addition, Dr. Shamban launched the C·A·R·A Tool. Inspired by her in-office treatments, C·A·R·A combines varying types of energy and light, LED, radio frequency and electrical muscle stimulation. The revolutionary device offers the rejuvenating benefits of visibly more radiant, plumper facial contours and a visibly smoother texture.
For more information, visit althaeaskin.com.
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