ELASTIderm® eye products are indicated for rejuvenation of the delicate skin around the eyes. They improve the elasticity of the skin and help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. But did you know that there are subtle differences in the formulation, ingredients, and which skin type is best suited for each?
Our pores are natural and essential structures that help maintain the integrity of the skin so removing them is impossible. The same can be said about pore size - it cannot be reduced but there are ways to minimize its appearance. Dr. Philip Lorena shares tips on how to achieve this!
Retinoids are the gold standard in anti-aging. They increase cell turnover and stimulate collagen remodeling resulting to brighter skin, improved skin texture, fine lines, and wrinkles, and sagging. The only caveat to the use of retinoids is that most people cannot tolerate the skin irritation that occurs once they start using them. The skin appears red, very dry, peeling, and sometimes sore.
Using tinted sunscreen especially for patients with melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation has an advantage of protection from both sunlight and blue light as well as instant skin-evening glow.
Makeup with SPF is like hitting 2 birds with 1 stone. You’ll have a foundation to even out the skin tone as well as protection from the sun. There are different formulations to choose from and you can match it with the color of your skin. However, can makeup with SPF really protect you from harmful UV rays? Let’s spill the facts.
In this article, we’ll explore what melasma is and what causes melasma so we can understand what exactly we’re dealing with. We’ll also go through various treatments for melasma that you can avail of, whether at home or at the clinic.