


Wash skin with a gentle cleanser ( SkinMedica Facial Cleanser removes makeup and pollutants picked up throughout the day) and warm water (to help open pores).I then moisturize with Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream (in the winter) and Cetaphil Lotion (in the summer). For my body, I wash with Dove products (usually Dove Beauty Bar or Dove Instant Foaming Wash).Supergoop! Daily Moisturizer with SPF 40 is hydrating, yet not greasy and leaves my skin moist and ready to be layered with my lightweight foundation (I use Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation). Lastly, apply a moisturizer and sunscreen.Rose MD Skin Calming Booster contains multiple types of antioxidants, a high dose of hyaluronic acid, and skin-soothing ingredients-the perfect complement to any other products I might use in colder months. In colder months, I also like to apply a booster to soothe dryness caused by the dry, cold weather, wind, and heaters.I like SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF because it's well-formulated and highly concentrated with effective, proven antioxidants, in addition to being lightweight and easily absorbed. I think of it as 'my armor.' It's an important preventative measure against early skin aging, and adds to the benefits of my sunscreen. Apply an antioxidant-rich serum to prepare for the day's exposure to the environmental elements (pollution, cigarette smoke, sun, etc.).I don't use a daily cleanser in the morning but, perhaps once per week, I will apply an exfoliating cleanser (like this one from SkinMedica) to help keep buildup at bay. Rinse skin with cool water (it feels refreshing and wakes me up!).I also seek out formulas with lots of antioxidants (such as vitamins C and E, peptides, and tea extracts) and anti-inflammatories (like vitamin B3/niacinamide). More specifically, I opt for fragrance-free products because I (like many of my patients) have a sensitivity to several fragrances and look for moisturizing, yet non-comedogenic ingredients (like ceramides and hyaluronic acid). I pay close attention to ingredients and try to ensure that the products are well-formulated and concentrated. Skin type: Normal (with focus on hydration and anti-aging).Īpproach: I maintain a simple targeted skincare regimen that focuses on protection from the sun and environmental triggers (during the day) and correction (overnight). Some gentler options would be SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser and over-the-counter Differin Gel.) (Note: People with more sensitive skin may not be able to tolerate a glycolic acid wash with a retinoid twice per day. Post-shower, apply lotion (such as Puracy Organic Hand & Body Lotion) to my body and a prescription retinoid ( retin A micro 0.06%) to my face, leaving it on overnight.Post-workout, re-wash face (same cleanser) and body ( Puracy Natural Body Wash in Citrus and Sea Salt's gentle pH-balanced formula is great for removing sweat and dirt from the day without being too drying).To ensure I keep my vitamin D levels adequate, I also take over-the-counter vitamin D 3 800 IU.If planning on being outside in direct sunlight for more than 15 minutes, I complement with Sun Bum's Baby Bum Mineral Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 50 to sun-exposed areas. Apply body lotion (I use Puracy Organic Hand & Body Lotion).Follow with a moisturizer/SPF ( Revision Skincare intellishade TruPhysical SPF 45 doubles as a topical vitamin C) and eye cream (such as SkinMedica TNS Eye Repair).

Wash face with a glycolic acid cleanser (I like Revision Skincare Brightening Face Wash).I also try to prioritize organic moisturizers and topicals. Skin type: Oily non-sensitive (with focus on anti-aging).Īpproach: The best anti-aging skin care routine includes strict sun protection during the day and a retinoid at night.
