Q: My friend swears by a skin serum that contains growth factors and says I should use it too. Are growth factors good for the skin? A: For years we have recommended skin care products that contain growth factors to our patients. Growth factors are substances that are produced naturally by our own body, but
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Sun protection – Wear a broad spectrum sunscreen every day, whether it’s winter or summer, cover up with clothing and a hat, and avoid outdoor activities between the peak sunlight hours of 10:00 and 4:00 Anti-inflammatory diet – Eat whole foods, leafy greens, brightly colored fruits and vegetables such as berries, cherries, and tomatoes, olive
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Q: I’ve had a wonderful summer. I’ve traveled to visit family, spent some time at the beach, and played some golf. I wore sunscreen every day, but I wasn’t as diligent about using my other skin products. Now as I look in the mirror, my skin looks tired and my brown spots are more visible
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Q: My daughter is in high school. She’s been getting a lot of pimples on her face, and she feels very self-conscious about it. She wishes she didn’t have to go to school because she’s embarrassed about her face. What is the best way I can help her? A: As we all know, the teenage
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Q: Now that it’s winter, should I do anything differently with my skincare? A: In many parts of the country, winter means frigid temperatures and severely dry skin. Since we’re blessed with mild winters here in Tucson, winter may mean something completely different for our skin. The cooler weather here is a great opportunity to
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Q: I need advice on how to summer-ize my skin care routine. My skin is prone to developing brown spots, fine lines, and just looking dull. I enjoy spending time outdoors all year round, and even though I wear sunscreen every day, I know that I still need to be careful about skin products that
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I’m not going to lie, I’m lazy when it comes to taking care of my skin! My friends tell me about the 10 different things they put on their skin every morning, and it’s just something that I’ll never do. But…my skin definitely doesn’t look as good as theirs, and I wish it did. Are
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I see that a lot of skin creams and serums contain antioxidants. What do antioxidants do for the skin, and do you think it’s a good thing to use? We recommend antioxidants for all of our patients. Long story short, they help to keep our skin looking smoother and more even-toned. They do this by
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