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Renewing Skin Beauty – Springing Forward

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Renewing Skin Beauty: Springing Forward

 

Technically speaking, spring begins this year on March 20th. Although for some of us in the northeast who are continuing to dig out from the remnants of winter storm Stella; the rest of nature is beginning to awaken from winter’s hibernation. Renewing Skin Beauty – Springing Forward.

Lawrence Jaeger of Advanced Dermatology Associates provides tips to renew your beauty – spring forward to younger, healthier skin.

Spring Forward – Renewing Your Skin Beauty

“Winter’s end is here. The last few month have been cold, dry winter air, which is harsh on the skin. As the temperatures start to rise, removing dead cells can renew and refresh your skin for spring and the summer months ahead” – Lawrence Jaeger, NYC Dermatologist.

Seek out a dermatologist: Advanced Dermatology treatments.

A dermatologist can help you understand how your skin is aging and help guide you to the best ingredients, products and procedures to keep your skin looking and feeling it’s healthiest best for years to come.

Also, if you have any risk factors for skin cancer, or if you have a high degree of sun exposure, you should see your dermatologist regularly. A dermatologist will be able to perform screenings and tests that can diagnose any problems, and the dermatologist can help recommend treatment to maximize your skin health.

Microdermabrasion was developed to treat acne and minimize acne scarring, as well as to minimize pox marks, wrinkles, age spots, or other scarring. During the procedure, a dermatologist uses a small, handheld tool to exfoliate your skin, revealing the newer, smoother layer of skin beneath. It is a safe and painless treatment with minimal side effects.

  • Microdermabrasion can improve the appearance of dull skin, uneven skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles, blackheads, and even sun damage.

Dermal fillers help to diminish facial lines & restore volume or fullness in the face. Therefore injections and fillers are also highly encouraged during this spring period.

Chemical peels, botox, or laser skin treatments – all additional dermal treatments which can be used help to slow down the effects of aging. These advanced dermatological injections provide long-lasting results and can be administered in your dermatology office, including in one single visit.


Daily use of sunscreen is a priority.

Sunscreen is still your best resource in the next months.

Even in the spring, the sun’s rays can be harmful. In fact, ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight is the greatest in North America during the late spring and early summer, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally all skin has been covered up by clothing or materials which have shielded it from the skin. Therefore, you skin is even more susceptible to sun damage during the warmer and sunnier months.

Remember most moisturizers with sunscreen aren’t water-resistant, so you can’t rely on them to protect your face or body if you swim or sweat. Some aren’t broad spectrum sunscreens either, so they don’t shield you from ultraviolet A rays, the kind that can cause aging and skin damage. The bottom line is that everyone, even those with darker skin, should use sunscreen when they’re out in the sun for any length of time.

  • When you go out, dress appropriately. Sunscreen is just one part of a smart sun protection program. Cover up with a long-sleeved shirt or light jacket to protect your arms and a hat to protect your face and neck.
  • Remember sunscreen on cool and overcast days. Clouds expose a lot of UV rays; up to 80 percent of them reach the earth.
  • Be Prepared. Apply sunscreen to exposed areas—face, ears, back of the neck, and hands—15 to 30 minutes before you go out to give it time to start working. And reapply sunscreen every two hours, if you’ll be outside that long.

Don’t forget to moisturize: Hydration.

During the spring and summer, you need hydration. Higher temperatures result in oilier skin for everyone. Since there’s humidity in the air, a heavy moisturizer isn’t necessary. Therefore, use a lighter moisturizer during spring and summer months.

Lotion Up: While your skin does get a dose of hydration from the warmer climate, sweat and sun exposure actually dehydrate the skin, so lotion is still necessary.

Remember to apply the cream to your hands and nails as well as the rest of your body – these areas are often easily overlooked!

Re-fresh the medicine cabinet: Update old skin care products.

Toss and purge old cosmetics and skin care products. These products have a shelf life. Old, outdated products can harbor bacteria and lose their effectiveness.

Check the dates on your products. You may want to toss the following:

  • Anything past the expiration date
  • Products that appear dry or crusty
  • Anything that has changed consistency, color, or smell
  • Anything with an SPF older than one year (SPF loses its effectiveness over time and it’s just not worth the risk.)
  • Mascara older than three months. (Always toss it after three months, regardless of how much there is remaining.)
  • Old, dirty makeup brushes and sponges

Cleanse your makeup brushes.

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Think that having a bad pimple is painful? Ever considered that you could possible become infected by a deadly form of a staph infection known as MRSA as a result of your make-overs, particularly dirty brushes.

Therefore, washing your makeup brushes is extremely important and sanitary for your cosmetic & beauty health. Because oil and bacteria can get caught in the bristles and cause clogged pores, breakouts, general skin irritations and other disorders. It’s necessary to wash your brushes.

So, stop procrastinating and give them a good clean soaking.

Natural wash: Fill a glass with warm water and add one tablespoon of a gentle, clarifying shampoo or gel cleanser, then swish brushes in the glass to create a lather. Rinse well and use a comb to detangle the bristles and get them back in their original shape. Let brushes dry in an upright glass out in the sun — this can/will help destroy bacteria and cuts dry time.

Renewing Skin Beauty – Springing Forward

Again these are just some general skin care tips on how to maintain salon-quality skin, hair & nails for the spring and summer months. In order to achieve your optimum skin health – schedule an appointment with your local dermatologist office to develop a personal regimen based on your needs. Renewing Skin Beauty – Springing Forward

 

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Debunking The Myths About Your Skin

Six biggest myths about your skin care. (Advanced Dermatology Associates & Dr. Larry Jaeger)
Six Biggest Myths About Your Skin Care.
                                           (Advanced Dermatology Associates & Dr. Larry Jaeger)

How do you know the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Skin care product brands spend millions marketing their products. Your friends probably have as much medical knowledge as WebMD.

With so much misinformation out there, we’re Debunking 6 Biggest Myths About Your Skin Care.

Tanning is harmless: Exposure to ultraviolet light, UVA or UVB, accounts for 90% of the symptoms of premature skin aging. Both UVA and UVB radiation can cause skin damage including wrinkles, lowered immunity against infection, aging skin disorders, and cancer.

Acne is caused by what you eat: Acne is caused by overproduction of sebum (oil) and obstruction of the pores. The amount of sebum produced by the skin is regulated by hormones only, not food. This includes chocolate, greasy food, soda, and fast foods. These foods do not have any effect on the hormones that regulate sebum production.

Topical antioxidants reverse wrinkles: Free radicals play an important role in creating wrinkles. Therefore, it makes sense that antioxidants will make skin more youthful. Unfortunately, there are no good scientific studies that show what type of topical antioxidant is effective. This research is being conducted now, but it is still too early. Right now the only topical product that has been proven to improve wrinkles is Retin-A.

“All-natural” skin care products are best: What exactly does “all-natural” mean? Unfortunately, this term can mean just about anything, and cosmetics companies use it any way they want. All cosmetics and skin care products have synthetic ingredients in them. Because a skin care product is made from a plant does not mean that it is better for the skin than a product created in a lab.

Expensive skin care products are better than inexpensive ones: The cost of a skin care product or cosmetic is absolutely NOT an indicator of effectiveness. The consumer industry would like people to believe that more expensive product have some special ingredient in it that makes it more effective. However, there are many products in every category that are effective and don’t come with a high price tag. “Retinol is one of them—so much science has been done on the value of it. Vitamin C and Vitamin A, have all been proven by science to work.

Men don’t have as many skin problems as women: Untrue, men wrinkle as much as women and they get skin conditions such as acne, seborrhea, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis just like women. Men also have additional concerns surrounding facial hair. It can be argued that men don’t use sunscreen and protect their skin properly.

 

Dermatology, Skin Care, Tips & Awareness

The Secrets Behind Sun Poisoning

Dr Lawrence Jaeger is the Medical Director of Advanced Dermatology Associates in New York. He has over twenty five years experience treating patients with sun poisoning and other harmful skin disorders. Lawrence Jaeger recommends preventative measures to protect against sun poisoning, including continuous re-application of sunscreens as well as protecting both your scalp and eyes.

Secrets Behind Sun Poisoning

Secrets Behind Sun Poisoning

Many of us have experienced a sunburn so horrible that it ruins the rest of your vacation. Sun poisoning comes as a result of being in the sun for too long and not wearing sunscreen. You are more prone to sun poisoning if you have fair skin or burn easily.

Symptoms Sun Poisoning

If your skin is very red and blistering or forming a rash, it is a clear indicator that you have sun poisoning, in addition to a sun burn. Other signs of sun poisoning are fever and chills, dehydration, and swelling. Usually the raised rash or blistering will go away if you completely limit your exposure to the sun, but it takes about a day or so to go down.

Sun Poisoning Prevention Tips

Rather than focus on ways to get rid of sun poisoning, it is important to focus on how to prevent sun poisoning. Extreme heat and scorching summer temperatures call for at least SPF 30. It is important to wear sunscreen, which protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

While lying out in the sun, you need to continuously reapply sunscreen, once is not enough. The sun is at its peak between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M., which is a good time to limit your exposure to the sun. If you lay out during this time, use protection. In addition to sunscreen, it is important to wear a hat to protect your scalp and sunglasses to protect your eyes.

Exposure to the sun is not all bad if you are safe and protect yourself. Monitoring the amount of sunscreen you have applied and how long you have been lying out are both essential. Enjoy the warm weather, but prevent sun poisoning this summer.

Dr. Lawrence Jaeger and his staff of skin care professionals treat patients with sun poisoning and other sun related skin conditions at Advanced Dermatology Associates in New York.

Secrets Behind Sun Poisoning

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Breakout the Sunscreen this Winter

Lawrence Jaeger, New York Dermatologist discusses using sunscreen in the winter months to keep your skin healthy and complexion radiant.

Breakout the Sunscreen this Winter

Contrary to popular belief, snow fall and frigid weather are not reasons to skimp on sunscreen during the winter. As it is easy to associate winter with frostbite, most people are not aware that the sun’s ultraviolet, or UV, rays can be just as damaging in the cooler months as the summer. While the temperatures might near freezing, they are not related to the power of the sun’s UV rays.

People often mistakenly pair heat with sunburn. However, it is possible to experience sunburn whenever you step outside, regardless of the temperature. People should be especially careful in the winter as snow reflects up to 85 percent of the sun’s UV light, meaning that they are often hit by the same rays twice, increasing the risk of sun damage. As a result, it is important to take preventative measures to ensure skin health all-year-round.

Winter Skin Care Preventative Measures

Facial sunblock and lip balm of at least SPF 15 should be worn on a daily basis, even in the winter. Like skin, lips are extremely sensitive and vulnerable to UV rays. Too much sun exposure can leave skin and lips cracked, and in some cases, result in skin cancer. The cold weather and strong wind can dry out sunblock, reducing its effectiveness. Therefore, it is important to reapply throughout the day to shield skin from the sun and harsh, winter weather.

To further protect skin from sun damage, you should always wear sunglasses with UV protection and a hat with a wide brim to shade your entire head and neck. No matter the season, be aware of UV levels by checking a UV index scale each morning. If UV levels fall between high and extreme, minimize the amount of time spent in the sun.

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Adolescent  Skin Care Tips

While remembering to apply sunscreen on yourself, do not forget to treat your child’s skin with the same care. According to Dr. Lawrence Jaeger, Advanced Dermatology Associate of Advanced Dermatology Associates, “…it is it essential to limit sun exposure for your children, and to offer them the best sunblock possible when they are in the sun.” As the majority of a person’s sun exposure occurs during childhood, it is important to get into the routine of applying sunscreen from an early age.

Skin Care All Year. Yearly Check-Ups

Today, skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States.

Melanoma, the most serious form of skin cancer, is now one of the most common cancers among adolescents and young adults ages 15-29

As a preventative step, it is encouraged by dermatologists to schedule regular dermatological check-ups. When skin cancer is caught at an early stage, it is much more treatable than at a later one. Fortunately, top dermatologists, such as Dr. Lawrence Jaeger, are well-equipped to make essential diagnoses for one’s overall health. Breakout your  sunscreen this Winter.

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