Bring an end to breakouts after eyebrow waxes: Head to a spa where the technicians utilize a low-temperature, hypoallergenic hard wax. These formulas stick to your hair (not your skin!) and are gentler than soft wax.
Select products based on your skin goals, not fancy packaging," says dermatologist Dr. Kenneth R. Beer. "Try them out for six to eight weeks before you decide whether or not they are right for you.
Seeing your dermatologist regularly will allow him or her to help you plan your best strategy for anti-aging. The more comfortable you become, the better the results will be—so book another appointment in addition to your annual mole-check.
Over-washing your mug removes natural oils which can actually cause your face to over-produce oil. (We just can't win, can we?) It's only necessary to wash your face twice a day, once in the morning and once at night. If you have dry skin, wash at night, but just rinse with cold water when you get up.
Want silk-like skin, fast? "After a shower, while your skin's still damp, apply olive oil all over your body and pat dry with a damp towel," suggests DuWop's National Training Manager, Jason Garner. What works for a loaf of bread, works for your skin.
"Avoid the tanning bed at all costs," says DermaDoctor founder Dr. Audrey Kunin. "Even being at the beach without sunscreen is better than a tanning bed."
"Look for sulfate-free body washes and face cleansers if you have sensitive skin. They can strip too much of your skin's sebum away, leaving you feeling dry, flaky, and even itchy," says BettiJo Hirschi, Creator of Bath by BettiJo.
The world is burning, but your shaving routine doesn't have to! Razor burn doesn't just look bad, it's a surface wound on your gorgeous gams. So be sure to hydrate thirsty skin with a shave cream rich in essential oils before you pick up your razor. If you'd rather skip the blade altogether, opt for a shea-butter-infused depilating cream.
"Your lips lack the same amount of melanin found in the rest of your skin, so there is less natural protection against the environmental elements," says Dr. David E. Bank, founder and director of the Center for Dermatology, Cosmetic and Laser Surgery. "So, apply SPF and hydrating balms regularly." All the balms we've loved before can be found here.
"If you're driving a long distance, keep applying SPF 30 on your hands, face, and neck," says Ken Simpson, founder of Skin 2 Skin Care. "Glass doesn't filter UV rays, even in your home or office." SPF is your soulmate!
Gentle superficial peels with a low percentage of glycolic acid can help erase dark spots and pigmentation problems. Consult your dermatologist to find out what the right strength peel is for your skin type.
When it comes to your eye cream, it can be multi-purpose. "Eye creams usually have a higher concentration of active ingredients, so use them on the nasal labial folds, the '11' lines between your eyes, and around your lips to deliver more potent anti-aging ingredients to these wrinkle-prone areas," says Regina Viotto, skin-care specialist at Paul Labrecque.
Change your exfoliating practices with the seasons to guarantee that you don't strip the skin of essential oils. "Take it down to a few times a week in the summer, and once a week during winter so you don't dry out your skin," says Dr. Debra Jailman, M.D., a New York City dermatologist.
Get smoother tootsies in a flash with a mixture of salt and lotion, or by rubbing them with olive oil. Rinse thoroughly, and push back the cuticles as you towel dry. Here are the deets on how to treat your feet.
"Witch hazel is a natural skin-tightening astringent and can be used to deflate under-eye bags," says makeup pro Shalini Vadhera. "Soak two cotton pads in cold witch hazel and apply one to each closed eye for five minutes." As for the results? You truly do love to see it.
As much as it pains us to admit, one less serving of alcohol per day can make a noticeable difference in your appearance. Alcohol dehydrates the skin (which causes wrinkles) while inflaming tissue. Combat these effects by watering down wine and liquor with club soda and drinking a glass of water between alcoholic beverages.
Increase your circulation and give your body some extra exfoliation by using a dry brush once a week for bright and smooth skin. Afterwards, apply a creamy lotion to prevent flakes and seal in moisture.
Wake up with soft, hydrated skin while tackling everything from eczema to acne with an ultra-hydrating mask. Instead of washing the formula off, wear it overnight and blot off the excess with a tissue at sun-up. As of 2019, a bowl of pasta is now required as a pre-bedtime ritual.
They say spilling tea of the gossip variety can feed the soul. Apparently, the herbal kind is also good for you. "Antioxidants have proven to be extremely important as an aging preventative," says NYC-based cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Howard Sobel. "I recommend looking for products that have a complex of antioxidants, such as green tea, vitamin C, and CoQ10."
Laying on the lotion is good for your skin, right? Not quite. "Over moisturizing can cause you to break out, and can even give you milia, the tiny white spots that are formed when dead skin cells get trapped," says Dr. Debra Jailman, M.D., a New York City dermatologist. So, think twice before you slather.
