beauty skin care tips

All prescriptions arent for everyone. For women in their 20s and 30s, I prescribe Retin A or Tazorac to treat adult acne breakouts, explains Dr. Paul Friedman. If shes pregnant or trying to conceive, these medications are not recommended.

Women often buy highend products and moisturizers, but dont pay attention to whats actually in them, says Jennifer Fifer, owner of Tru Skin Clinical Spa. Avoid products containing SD40, isopropyl alcohol, a common ingredient that can be an irritant for acneprone and sensitive skin types.

Berries are packed with antioxidants which help neutralize free radicals, says Paula Simpson, BASc, RNCP. They also help the body manufacture collagen, leaving your skin firm and smooth. So, go ahead an eat up!

Eye creams usually have a higher concentration of active ingredients, so use them on the nasal labial folds, the 11 lines between your eyes, and around your lips to deliver more potent antiaging ingredients to these wrinkleprone areas, says Regina Viotto, skincare specialist at Paul Labrecque.

Cant figure out why you have dry skin? Caffeine may be the culprit. Replace the java with H2O, and add fruit slices, like orange or lemon, to enhance the flavor.

Being that its so closely linked to genetics, there isnt a surefire cure to reduce dark undereye circles, says Ren?e Rouleau, skincare expert and celebrity esthetician. Try using circular motions to stimulate blood circulation when applying your eye cream to reduce fluid retention.

Gentle superficial peels with a low percentage of glycolic acid can help erase dark spots and pigmentation problems. Consult your dermatologist to find out what the right strength peel is for your skin type.

Wearing outdated contacts and glasses will cause you to squint more, which leads to fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes. To avoid unnecessary aging, visit your eye doctor at least once a year.

If youre driving a long distance, keep applying SPF 30 on your hands, face, and neck, says Ken Simpson, founder of Skin 2 Skin Care. Glass doesnt filter UV rays, even in your home or office.

To control inflammation, apply a thin layer of cold yogurt over your face for five minutes in the morning, suggests Richa Purohit of KeSARI beauty. The probiotics will cool skin and help restore it to its natural pH balance.