I’m a beauty writer, but I still don’t know if I’m doing everything right.
Here are my top skin-care questions answered by a top dermatologist.
So, to get some answers, I turned to board-certified dermatologistTodd Minars, MD,of Minars Dermatology.
Keep reading for his take on 6 of my burning skin-care questions.
Should I be exfoliating my neck?
Confession: My neck-care routine is rather, erm, weak.
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Needless to say, if you cant find me, Ill be tending to my neck.
When should I start using anti-aging products?
Anti-aging products used to be associated with 40-somethings, but theyve become increasingly popular among younger age groups.
When should weactuallystart using such products, and is it ever too late?
The best and most cost-effective anti-aging option for any patient is applying SPF topicals regularly, says Dr. Minars.
Should I be switching out my skin-care products regularly so that my skin doesnt get used to them?
Its only natural to assume that the same rings true for our skin-care.
How should I exfoliate if I have acne?
Exfoliatingcan be confusing if you have acne.
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On one hand, if you neglect to exfoliate pore-clogging build-up, a pimple may rear its head.
Dr. Minars relates it all back to the act ofover-exfoliating.
According to Dr. Minars,serums are an integral partof the skin-care routine.
Theres an endless supply of serums on the market, and all target a different area of concern.
Do I need different products for morning and evening?
(Other than adding a makeup remover to your nighttime routine.)
Dr. Minars is a proponent of keeping it simple.
I and other dermatologists love to see as few products as possible being applied to your skin.
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