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Unrivaled
Results.

Ageless
Beauty.

Bonakdar Aesthetics is your place to age with beauty and grace. Founded by Monica Bonakdar, MD, an expert in cosmetic dermatology and med spa procedures in Newport Beach, we are the premier aesthetic practice in Southern California focusing on non-surgical aesthetic medicine for the face and body.

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Luxury Med Spa in Newport Beach

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Meet The Founder Monica Bonakdar, MD

An Orange County native, Dr. Monica Bonakdar has been performing cosmetic dermatology and med spa procedures in Newport Beach for over 20 years. She has dedicated her career to restoring youth, beauty and confidence in her patients while paying meticulous attention to every detail of her clients' experience.

Dr. Bonakdar attended University of California, Irvine, where she graduated Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa Honors while receiving her degrees in Bachelor of Science and Medical Doctorate. She then attended University of California, Los Angeles to complete her internship and full residency.

Dr. Bonakdar returned to her beloved Orange County to establish Bonakdar Aesthetics as a premier medical spa for cutting-edge nonsurgical cosmetic treatments. Her passion is transforming her patients into more youthful, and beautiful versions of themselves with her renowned mastery and skills.

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Experience the Bonakdar Difference

Because of the vast number of medspa procedures she personally performs, Dr. Bonakdar is regarded as a thought leader and a trusted expert in the field of Cosmetic Dermatology and medical aesthetics.

As per statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bonakdar performs more aesthetic procedures than the average dermatologist or plastic surgeon across the nation. As a result, Dr. Bonakdar is frequently called upon to instruct, lecture, and speak at conferences to her peers.

With such experience, numerous aesthetic companies turn to Dr. Bonakdar for consultation, piloting new products including CoolTone, Jeuveau, ThermiVa, Latisse, and Juvederm.

Compared to average Plastic Surgeons and Cosmetic Dermatologists in other med spas Newport Beach native, Dr. Monica Bonakdar, performs:

5x More

Botox & Other Muscle Relaxers

10x More

CoolSculpting & Body Contouring Treatments

11x More

Juvederm & Other Fillers

13x More

Ultherapy & Other Tightening Treatments

19x More

Microneedling and Other Resurfacing Treatments

5R REJUVENATION METHOD™

Dr. Bonakdar is precise and quite meticulous with every facial rejuvenation consultation and customizes every patient's treatment plan with her proprietary 5R Rejuvenation Method™ to achieve stunningly natural results.

1.

RELAX

Starting with neuromodulators such as Botox Cosmetic or Jeuveau to RELAX the hyper-expressive facial muscles, Dr. Bonakdar expertly reshapes the face.

2.

REFLATE

Dr. Bonakdar masterfully uses fillers from the Juvederm family or Versa to REFLATE the face, thus reversing the biggest component of facial aging, namely soft tissue volume loss.

3.

RESURFACE

From a well curated collection of treatments such as Microneedling, Vivace, Intense Pulse Light and Fraxel to RESURFACE the skin, Dr. Bonakdar selects the best treatment to improve skin tone, texture, and color.

4.

REDRAPE

Then comes Dr.Bonakdar's coup de resistance, non-surgical tightening and lifting treatments such as Ultherapy, ThermiSmooth, or ThreadLift to REDRAPE the skin into a more youthful lifted state.

5.

RETAIN

Last R in Dr. Bonakdar's 5R Method is RETAIN which addresses maintaining youth and beauty with ongoing skincare products and clinical facials.

Patient Testimonials

Bonakdar Aesthetics Reviews

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"Dr. Bonakdar really does have the magic touch. She uses the tiniest needle for injection of botox that literally is painless. Best of all—no bruising! With past physicians I have experienced extreme bruising but not with Dr. Bonakdar. She will listen to what you are trying to achieve and do her best. You will not be disappointed!"

"My experience with Dr. Bonakdar over the years has been nothing less than amazing!! She takes her time with every patient - never rushing me or pressuring me to do more. Her work is flawless and very natural looking. I adore her staff who are always very accommodating and knowledgable. I can't imagine going anywhere else!"

"Dr. Bonakdar always makes a point to greet me with a warm welcome. The office staff is beyond friendly and knowledgeable. The consistency is always there. They are also very accommodating. I have been going to this office for over 5 years and HIGHLY RECOMMENDED it! The bonus is that it is a beautiful office."

"Dr Bonakdar takes the time to understand what I need and even listens to my stories! She and her staff make me feel safe and cared for. I have been going to her for years for various needs and have always left feeling beautiful and confident. I recommend her to my friends and family."

"I was considering rhinoplasty until I met Dr. Bonakdar. She is very talented and has a good eye in properly placing fillers to rebuild a natural facial structure. Her office staff are also very pleasant to deal with."

"Dr. Bonakdar is an amazing skin doctor. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to look good but does not want to look fake. I recently did microneedling radiofrequency Vivace resurfacing upon her recommendations and I love my results."

"I am very satisfied with my treatments. By dr Bonakdar I highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a new doctor in the area. She did a good job I can tell when my friends ask me for her name and number."

"Dr Bonakdar and her staff are fantastic. They always make you comfortable and don't pressure to have additional work done that you might not want. When you leave, you feel refreshed. I highly recommend dr Bonakdar and her staff for any facial enhancing."

Dr. Bonakdar and her personally trained clinical staff at Bonakdar Aesthetics come highly rated.

“Dr. Bonakdar and her staff are wonderful! They are always so kind and efficient, never keeping me waiting. Dr. Bonakdar’s knowledge, combined with the technology used, is the recipe for beautiful results! There are plenty of other providers closer to my home, but I drive 45+ minutes because I trust that I am in good hands. Look no further and book your appointment NOW - you will not be disappointed!” - Kat Zimmerman, Google Review, Five Stars

“Dr. Bonakdar is fantastic. I have been working with her for a few years now. I wouldn’t trust my face to anyone else!!!” - Melissa Hellman, Google Review, Five Stars

“The lovely staff made my first lip filler experience amazing, healing time was only 3 days for me! Dr. Bonakdar is such a caring and intelligent person, she takes into account what you are asking for and provides results. Since it was my first time, I was intimidated with all the research of finding the right doctor to do the job, but I’m so glad I found her office. Big thumbs up for her and the staff! There is no one else I can think of that I can trust with my face. Thanks again Dr. Bonakdar!” - Cynthia Campos, Google Review, Five Stars

“I highly suggest going to Bonakdar Aesthetics! Their office is really nice and clean, and the girls at the front desk are super sweet and helpful. After one treatment, I noticed a huge improvement in my skin, and she really took her time with the treatment and explaining everything to me. Can’t wait for my next appointment!” - Sarah Maines, Google Review, Five Stars

Anti-Aging Beauty.

At Bonakdar Aesthetics, the premier med spa in Newport Beach specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, we will transform you into a more beautiful and youthful version of yourself, restoring your self-confidence and ageless beauty.

Aging is unavoidable and happens to the most genetically beautiful humans. Partner with Dr. Bonakdar on your aesthetic journey to reverse your signs of aging, and remain agelessly beautiful in every decade of your life.

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The 5 E's to an Unforgettable Experience

At Bonakdar Aesthetics our dedicated team of passionate experts delivers remarkable customer experiences and extraordinary med spa results while paying fanatical attention to every detail of your care.

Exquisite

technique in the application of your aesthetic treatments.

Educational

consultations so you can own your beauty.

Endearing

customer care, as every patient deserves a personal touch.

Exceptional

boutique service where we cater to your unique needs.

Enduring

results keep you looking youthful for years to come.

A Message From Dr. Bonakdar

"When it comes to your comfort, safety, and satisfaction, our team is relentlessly thorough. We want you to feel comfortable, confident, at home, and among friends when you come here.

All of our rejuvenating, anti-aging, face and body medspa treatments have been rigorously vetted and are delivered with an unprecedented level of training and expertise. She has even gone on to create her own filler treatment technique, AmpliPhi Filler Treatment, her own wellness program, MonBon Wellness Program, and her own clinical skincare line, MonBon Skincare."

"Building Bonakdar Aesthetics into a center of excellence across the span of three decades has been both a pursuit of passion & precision."

"Here, within these walls, we simply settle for nothing short of "superior" while delivering leading-edge aesthetic treatments, remarkable patient care, and world-class results, no detail is overlooked.

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Contact Bonakdar Aesthetics for Cosmetic Dermatology and Skin Care in Newport Beach, Orange County, Palm Desert CA.

Our luxury concierge practice is committed to providing solutions for the aesthetic needs of the Newport Beach, Orange County and Palm Desert community seeking ageless beauty and confidence. Your experience at Bonakdar Aesthetics will be one that nurtures, restores, and revives your self-image.

We are proud to inform you of Bonakdar Aesthetics’ Exclusive Appointment Scheduling Policy. This policy ensures that your appointments are exclusively booked for you alone, thus you will not experience long waits, nor be rushed during your appointment. A booking fee is required at the time you make your consultation or treatment appointment. This fee is fully applied to your appointment or is refundable with cancellations 72 hours prior to your appointment.

20321 Irvine Avenue, Suite #F3, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Mon-Fri: 9am – 5pm

36943 Cook St. #104, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm