Four Parts of Healthy Skin: Prevention, Cosmeceuticals, Nutrition, Procedures Only a short time ago, surgery was the only way to improve the appearance of your skin. Today, it is now possible to prevent and even reverse the unwanted changes caused by genetic aging and the external causes, primarily UVA & VVB sunlight. For each 1,000 feet of altitude, the sun's intensity increases 5%. So, in Boulder, the sun is 25% stronger than at the beach in L.A. and the sun is 50% stronger at Vail!
Today, Let's Discuss Prevention:
Soap dries the skin as do many toners. This drying weakens the skin as a protective barrier from bacteria and from the environment. Find a non-soap synthetic cleanser, ie; Cetaphic works well for many and is inexpensive. Other cleansers for particular skin types are available to sample in our office at no charge.
Moisturize within a few minutes of getting out of the shower. This will help your skin retain the moisture.
Use a sunblock with a spf of at least 30-45 and one that contains zinc oxide. It is micronized now and disappears completely on your face, giving great protection. I love Skin Ceuticals spf 45 for skiing and other outdoor activities.
Try to wear protective clothing and avoid the sun between 10-2 pm. 80% of the sun's damaging UVA & UVB rays occur during these hours!
Don't smoke! Smoking is the only thing worse for your skin than ultraviolet light. It can prematurely age your skin 10-15 years.
Three other components of skin health will be discussed in future eNewsletters. | |
Happy New Year from the staff of Avanti Skin Center of Boulder. We appreciate your support!
Sincerely, Dr. Steven Schlosser, Owner & Medical Director (303) 440-SKIN (7546) boulder@avanticenters.com
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