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Young woman with dissatisfied faceWell, you need only glance in the mirror to answer that. “We wear our stress on our faces,” Dr. Mark Lupin of Cosmedica in Victoria, says. “And stress can wear us down, leading to a more tired look.”

Dr. Lupin says the overall effect of a prolonged period of stress, like the recent Christmas season, perhaps, or a single event such as buying or selling a home, can have similarly severe effects on the skin.

“Beyond frown lines that can deepen with time, stress can lead to puffiness under the eyes and increased redness from flushing,” he explains. “Beyond the direct signs, there are also indirect effects of stress that show on our faces. Some hormones are increased by stress which can lead to acne breakouts — this is especially common in youth around exam times in school.”

But it’s not just exam time for teens, or the post-holiday debt crunch that can wreak havoc on skin. “Signs of distress in the skin is unfortunately something that is commonly seen all year round,” Charmaine Cooper, the Canadian education manager of Dermalogica and The International Dermal Institute Dermalogica, confirms.

Weather can also factor in to the overall haggardness of skin. “Harsher climates can also lend to environmental assault on the skin,” Cooper explains. “When the climate is extreme, or when there are spikes in the pollution levels in the air, such as soot and toxins, it can contribute to irritation in the skin.”

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Out of all the beauty trends we predict for 2018, potentially most fascinating is what will be trending in the world of plastic surgery. We’re not ones to poo-poo any cosmetic decision a woman makes to feel her best, including ones that involve a needle or a knife, so we were pretty curious about the upcoming forecast from The American Academy of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). Below, see what their crystal ball says we’ll be talking about (and maybe even trying) next year. And if you’re considering getting some work done yourself, we suggest reading our interview with Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Gabriel Chiu, MD, who has advice for finding the right doctor you can trust.

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1. FILLERS THAT AREN’T SO OBVIOUS

There are tons of different injectable fillers on the market for plumping your cheeks and lips. If you were to squeeze out a filler like Juvéderm Voluma, Belotero, or Restylane Silk into your hands, you would notice how each one has a different texture to it—a variety in thickness and bounciness. A well-trained injector will carefully choose the right texture for the region of the face in which they are filling (for example, something softer for the lips and firmer for the cheeks) and experts predict better options will be coming to the market next year. “We foresee more flexible fillers that ‘bend’ when the face animates, as well as longer-lasting filler options,” says William H. Truswell, MD, the AAFPRS president.

2. EARLY ANTI-AGING

There’s a term in the industry called “prejuvention.” This is when patients who don’t yet see wrinkles, sagging, or spots get rejuvenating cosmetic treatments as a preemptive measure to stop aging from ever happening in the first place. This can include things like neurotoxins that stop your forehead from creating creases, lasers that keep collagen production on high, and even small face-lifts that will theoretically nip the need for a bigger (and more obvious) surgery in the future. The industry is seeing a major uptick in requests from younger women seeking “prejuvenation.”

To learn what other procedures are trending now click here.

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Gone are the days when beginning anti-aging treatment before a woman’s 30th birthday simply meant reaching for the latest collagen-boosting night cream or retinol-infused serum. In increasing numbers, 20- to 30-something-year-olds are turning to preventative injections to get a head start on freezing fine lines and crow’s feet in their tracks before they appear in the first place. It appears that injectibles like Botox, which was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration for cosmetic use in 2002, might be a way to beat wrinkles to the punch.

Woman getting botox injectionsThe average age range for Botox injections remains between 40 to 59, but with a steady rise in younger patients opting for the procedure, it raises the question: Is preventative Botox actually effective?

Dr. Vartan Mardirossian, a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, says about a quarter of his patients are in their 20s and 30s, with a sizable chunk of that percentage seeking Botox injections. “I recommend that [my younger patients] come back twice every year, because they really don’t have a lot of wrinkles going on,” he says.

Experts say that preserving the skin’s collagen early on will help delay collagen’s breakdown, thus delaying the aging process. “If you think of your skin like a piece of paper, then muscle movement is like folding or crinkling it,” says board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Dana Goldberg.

Botox helps to limit motion in areas of the face in which creasing breaks down collagen over time, like the forehead or around the mouth. “If you wait until after wrinkles are deep, it’s harder for the body to fill them back up with collagen,” Goldberg says. Click here to continue reading.

 

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When it comes to getting rid of wrinkles, the first thing that most of us think of—and often go to—is Botox. While the injectable toxin may be the gold standard for smoothing out skin and lessening signs of aging (other neurotoxins like Dysport and Xeomin do the same, as well) there are also a handful of out-of-the-box ways to use this miracle agent.

1. REDUCE SWEATY ARMPITS

One of the original uses for Botox was to treat excessively sweaty underarms, which is medically known as hyperhidrosis, a condition that affects millions and can be embarrassing. The FDA approved use is, according to New York dermatologist Doris Day, MD, one of the most life changing treatments. “People are thrilled with the fact that they can wear clothes that have color and that they won’t stain their clothing or have the world know that they are nervous or embarrassed,” says Dr Day. In the skin live tiny muscles that contract to push sweat out. Injecting Botox in the armpits prevents the muscles from contracting so that there’s virtually no sweat. To find out the other form of medical use of Botox click here.

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scalp psoriasis“Scalp psoriasis–and the itching it causes–can drive you to distraction. Here’s what dermatologists wish you knew about the condition. At least 50 percent of all people with psoriasis will develop some scaling on their scalp, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF). Scalp psoriasis runs the gamut from mild to severe, and psoriasis scalp can extend beyond the hairline onto the forehead, the back of the neck, and around your ears. There are some foods that can worsen it.

There are at least 21 reasons that your scalp may itch, and just one of them is scalp psoriasis. See your dermatologist to make sure you are treating the right scalp condition. He or she can easily tell if it is scalp psoriasis or something else.

Itching is one of the most common–and vexing–symptoms of scalp psoriasis, says Harold Farber, MD of Philadelphia. And itching begets inflammation and can cause your scalp psoriasis to spread to previously unaffected areas via the Koebner phenomenon. Scalp psoriasis tends to itch more than other body parts, and not scratching is easier said than done, Dr. Farber says. Making matters even more difficult, stress tends to travel with psoriasis and many of us cope with stress by … scratching. Scalp psoriasis treatments including OTC topical creams, gels, lotions, ointments, pads, shampoos, and sprays to help curb the itch. But “be careful applying these products to inflamed scales as they can burn or sting,” he says. Other anti-itch treatment options can include topical steroids and oral antihistamines.” Click here to read the entire article.

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“Winter comes with some obvious perks, like cold-weather sports, cozy sweaters, and an extra excuse to cuddle inside. But it also has some serious downsides, like dry, cracked skin that can make you feel like the Crypt Keeper’s younger but similarly dehydrated sister.

At least you’re not alone: “Almost every patient I see in the wintertime suffers from [dry, cracked skin] at some point,” Gary Goldenberg, M.D., assistant clinical professor of dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, tells SELF. The lack of moisture in the environment dries out your skin, he explains, and when you head inside and blast the heat, that can make it even worse.

You’re also probably washing your hands a lot to try to fend off colds, the flu, and other nasty bugs that seem everywhere during the winter, and that can strip your skin’s moisture even more, New York City dermatologist Doris Day, M.D., author of Beyond Beautiful, tells SELF.” Click here for a full list of suggestions for treating your dry skin this winter.

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young woman with vegetables in grocery bag at homeThere’s no question that what you eat can have a massive impact on your physique, from the amount of muscle you can pack on to the expansion of your waistline. But while you’re at the supermarket, why not choose foods that serve double duty—that in addition to improving your physique, also enhance that gorgeous face of yours by turning around tired-looking skin.

From exposure to the sun, to environmental pollution, to sweating up a storm, to the wind chill of the impending winter gloom, your skin takes a beating on a daily basis. That’s why, if you want to look your best, it’s wise to take heed of science showing that what you nosh on can have a significant effect on your skin health. And, really, who doesn’t want great-looking skin in addition to a buff body?

For a glance-stealing complexion and improved overall skin health, be sure to include these six foods and beverages on your daily menu. Think of it as an edible fountain of youth. Click here to find out the “6 best foods that improve your skin—and the 3 you should probably avoid.”

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As National Healthy Skin Month begins, American Academy of Dermatology urges public to seek care and advice from recognized experts.AAD Tips For Healthy Skin

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