Dr. Dadvand revealed to me, “It is not so much that expensive ones do not work well.
Dr. Dadvand says the first thing to look for when choosing one, is the SPF.
“No sunscreen gives 100 percent protection from the sun.
SPF 15 typically gives 93 percent protection.
SPF 50 gives 98 percent protection,” he says.
These are the rays that can accelerate skin aging.”
But no matter what, see to it your sunscreen contains zinc oxide and titanium dioxide.
They are beneficial especially if someone has skin sensitivity to chemicals such as avobenzene and oxybenzene."
Use retinol-based products to treat acne
Retinol is kind of a miracle multi-tasking product.
It helps treat both acne and aging in an incredibly effective way.
One of the most potentretinol products is Retin-A, which is available by prescription only.
If you are unable to obtain a prescription for Retin-A, don’t worry.
There are milder retinol products available everywhere from drugstores to department stores.
you’ve got the option to also tryDifferin, which was formerly available by prescription only.
Use body care that multitasks
Using body care that multi-tasks is always a good idea.
Miami-based Dovedermatologist Dr. Alicia Barbasuggests using an antiperspirant that can also moisturize.
“Never be exclusionary with your skin care routine.
Even underarms need attention.
Come summertime the skin will show, so you want it to look good there too!
Another good way to multi-task your skincare routine is to use a moisturizing after-sun product.
This not only prolongs your tan, but it also restores your skin.
An example of this isBioderma Photoderm After Sun SOS.
This spray refreshes your skin after a day in the sun and has a natural, fresh scent.
Use a calming serum
A serum is absolutely essential to any skincare routine.
Nurse Nataly ofiGlow Med Spain Beverly Hills says, “I adore our 24/7 Skin Rescue serum.
It is completely pure with a very strong potency.
The serum is formulated very specifically and is preservative-free, which is better for your skin.
Additionally, many people are allergic to these preservatives so their skin ends up in a worse condition.”
One example of this kind of brush is theLuna by Foreo, which is an electronic cleansing rig.
I spoke toSajel Shah, a former representativefor the company.
She shared the many reasons why we should all be using a Luna.
After all, it doesn’t matter how good a cleansing brush if you might’t use it.
I’ve personally had my Luna 2 for several years and have charged itmaybefive times.
It also feels really good on the skin.
Shah explained to me, “The silicone brushes are super soft and fine.
It also gives you a deep clean, especially in areas like the crevices around your nose.
The medical grade silicone used to make the product is thirty-five times more hygienic than nylon bristle brushes.
Silicone is also quick drying and antimicrobial.
Because it is non-porous, it prevents any bacteria build-up.”
Furthermore, the product is not disposable and doesn’t require buying refills.
So in the long term, you will have a clean face, but not a cleaned-out wallet.
Eubanks always puts primer on her customers' faces before applying their makeup.
Focus primers where you get oily or have blemishes, wherever there is texture.
Even a little bit right in the t-zone.
it’s possible for you to even just use it in select areas, like on your eyelids.”
Dr. Nadkarni suggests making sure the products you choose are correct for your skin key in.
Skincare products are developed to treat specific conditions based on your skin pop in.
So knowing your skin throw in is essential to determine which skin care products you should use."
The information should be right there on the label.
I would recommend steering clear."
He also suggestsnotsharing your sunscreen with your kids and instead getting them their own bottle.
Dr. Dadvand also skips any bottle with too high an SPF because it’s unnecessary.
Even just a pimple or two can make you feel self-conscious.
“Numerous treatments exist for acne, but the most common are benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid.
Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are available over the counter.
“Both of these products are very effective and have been mainstay acne treatments for decades.
That’s because products sold at unauthorized retailers can potentially be gray market goods.
On the surface, this might not sound like a problem.
After all, who doesn’t like a bargain?
Another issue is that bargain basement beauty products can potentially be counterfeit, which is even more dangerous.
But that doesn’t necessarily mean they are the best way to clean our faces.
In fact, according to Sajel Shah, they can actually do more harm than good.
She says, “Nylon bristles are very harsh.
Then there is the refill factor.
Why do you need another thing to worry about?
It makes life less difficult.”
Don’t use products with parabens
Dr. Nadkarni also suggests avoiding products that contain parabens.
He explained that the most common types are methylparaben, ethylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben.
While they can be harmful, he says they do have a purpose.
So how do you avoid using products with parabens?
Or, were you using the right products at the wrong time?
After all, who knows your own skin better than you do?
