Medically reviewed by: Bebe Pajo, MD Firm but supple skin is one of the many gifts of youth that we don’t appreciate at the time but yearn for later. With age, skin becomes drier, thinner, looser and less elastic. In some people, these changes eventually give the skin the crinkly look of crepe paper. Crepey
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Sleep and Skin: The Benefits of Beauty Sleep
Most of us have joked about needing our beauty sleep, but is beauty sleep a real thing? When it comes to the skin, the answer is an unequivocal yes. While you log the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night, your skin gets busy repairing the damage it incurred during the day. The
[Read More]Sunscreen Facts for Smarter Sun Safety
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN Most of us know enough to pack sunscreen before hitting the beach, spending the day at the lake or pool or working outdoors. But which sunscreen should you choose? How should you apply it and how much should you apply? And does it expire? Read on for answers to
[Read More]Why EltaMD Sunscreen Is One of the Best Sunscreens for Your Face
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN You may have a go-to brand of sunscreen you buy year after year, or perhaps you choose whatever is most affordable at the drugstore. But have you ever wondered if the sunscreen you use is the best one for your skin — or your health? News that the FDA
[Read More]Mineral vs. Chemical Sunscreen: Which Is Best?
Medical Review By: Evelina Ingersoll, APRN You’ve probably heard that when it comes to buying sunscreen, you should choose one that provides broad-spectrum protection (to guard against both UVA and UVB rays) and has SPF 30 or more. But when it comes to mineral vs. chemical sunscreen, which is the smarter option? Many or
[Read More]8 Summer Skin Care Tips for Clear and Protected Skin
Medical Review By: Heather Brew You may love the relaxing vibes of summer, but it can be a stressful time of year for your skin. Sunburn and sun damage are threats, of course. Hotter temperatures and high humidity are also hard on the skin, making it more prone to acne, dryness, and certain types
[Read More]What Is a Facial?
Medical Review By: Alyse Penninger, LMA If you’ve never gotten a facial, you may be missing out. But what exactly is a facial? A facial is a deep cleansing treatment that sloughs away dead skin cells and removes debris from deep in your pores. The techniques and products used vary depending on the type of
[Read More]The Right Order for Applying Skin Care Products
Medical Review By: Candace Marin, APRN You’ve probably put a lot of effort into figuring out the products your skin needs to be healthy. But if you’re using more than two skin care products, you may find yourself stumped about which one(s) to apply first. Knowing the correct answer matters more than you might
[Read More]Wrinkle Cream vs. Botox: Which Wrinkle Treatment Is Right for You?
Medical Review By: Denise Guevara, DO To treat wrinkles, should you slather on the wrinkle cream or book a Botox appointment? Understanding which types of wrinkles each one treats can help you make the right decision. For example, an over-the-counter or prescription-strength retinol or retinoid cream is noninvasive and cheaper than Botox. (Retinols are
[Read More]How to Prevent Wrinkles While You Still Can
Medical Review By: Denise Guevara, DO If your face is still as smooth as a baby’s bottom, you probably aren’t thinking about wrinkles. Unfortunately, everyone gets them eventually, partly because as the body ages, it produces less collagen and elastin, proteins that keep the skin firm and elastic. But if you act now, you
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