When it comes to skin care, there are probably a lot of questions you’re looking for the answers to. If this is the case, then you’ve come to the right place. We’re here to answer all of your skincare FAQs! What are the most asked skin care questions? Here’s everything you need to know.

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What Cleanser Should I Use?

Cleansers are not a one size fits all solution for your skin. The most beneficial thing you can do for your skin is choose a cleanser that will give it what it needs to glow. For dry skin, you might want to use a moisturizing cleanser that’s oil-based. For oily skin, it might be best to use an oil-free cleanser that’s going to lift excess oil off of your face when you wash. If you’re unsure what your skin needs in a cleanser, don’t hesitate to speak with your dermatologist. Together, you can determine what kind of cleanser is best for your skin.

When Should I Start Using Anti-Aging Products?

Collagen and elastin, which are two of the biggest components in keeping skin looking full and bright, start to slow their production during your mid-twenties. As such, it’s important to start using collagen supplements, retinol creams, and other anti-aging products in your mid to late twenties in order to preserve your skin’s youthful glow. One of the most important things you can do for your skin is keep it hydrated. Use a good moisturizer, add in a face oil or serum, and make sure you’re drinking plenty of water.

Should I Be Wearing Sunscreen Every Day?

Absolutely. You have every reason to wear sunscreen every day, even when you’re not spending a lot of time outdoors. Sunscreen is one of the simplest yet most effective tools we have to protect our skin from UV radiation, which can cause skin cancer and signs of premature aging. Make sure you’re wearing sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher and that you’re applying it at least 15-30 minutes before you head outside for the day.

Should I Be Using Eye Cream?

In most cases, eye cream is an optional add-on to your skincare routine. If you’re concerned about issues like puffiness, dark circles, or crow’s feet popping up around your eyes, then eye cream can be a smart investment to make. One of the key features of eye cream is that it’s a lot lighter in texture than most other skincare products. This makes it ideal for the delicate skin around your eyes.

How Should I Remove Makeup?

Stop using makeup removing wipes! They might seem like a convenient way to remove your makeup, but the truth is that they’re probably not doing a great job. In addition, they can be abrasive on the skin, which can cause irritation. Instead, opt for a makeup melting balm, and use a gentle cleanser once you’ve removed all of your makeup. Not only will this be gentler on your skin, but you’ll do a much better job of removing 100% of your makeup.

Building a great skincare routine is an important part of taking care of yourself. That said, it’s totally normal to have skincare questions! If you’re not sure which products are best for you, set up a consultation with our team at North Pacific Dermatology today.

Skin Care and Aging

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Cynthia’s story

Cynthia had always been proud of her skin, especially her summer tan. But, as years went by, she saw her skin getting more fine lines and wrinkles. Cynthia began to worry about what other skin problems she might have. What were those brown spots on her hands and arms?

Your skin changes with age. It becomes thinner, loses fat, and no longer looks as plump and smooth as it once did. Your veins and bones can be seen more easily. Scratches, cuts, or bumps can take longer to heal. Years of suntanning or being out in the sunlight for a long time may lead to wrinkles, dryness, age spots, and even cancer. But there are things you can do to protect your skin and to make it feel and look better.

Dry skin and itching

Many older people suffer from dry spots on their skin, often on their lower legs, elbows, and lower arms. Dry skin patches feel rough and scaly. There are many possible reasons for dry skin, such as:

• Not drinking enough liquids
• Spending too much time in the sun or suntanning
• Being in very dry air
• Smoking
• Feeling stress
• Losing sweat and oil glands, which is common with age

Dry skin also can be caused by health problems, such as diabetes or kidney disease. Using too much soap, antiperspirant, or perfume and taking hot baths can make dry skin worse.

Some medicines can make skin itchy. Because older people have thinner skin, scratching can cause bleeding that may lead to infection. Talk to your doctor if your skin is very dry and itchy.

Here are some ways to help dry, itchy skin:

• Use moisturizers, like lotions, creams, or ointments, every day.
• Take fewer baths or showers and use milder soap. Warm water is less drying than hot water. Don’t add bath oil to your water. It can make the tub too slippery.
• Try using a humidifier, an appliance that adds moisture to a room.

Bruises

Older people may bruise more easily than younger people. It can take longer for these bruises to heal. Some medicines or illnesses may also cause bruising. Talk to your doctor if you see bruises and don’t know how you got them, especially on parts of your body usually covered by clothing.

Wrinkles

Over time, skin begins to wrinkle. Things in the environment, like ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun, can make the skin less elastic. Gravity can cause skin to sag and wrinkle. Certain habits, like smoking, also can wrinkle the skin.

A lot of claims are made about ways to make wrinkles go away. Most of them don’t work. Some methods can be painful or even dangerous, and many must be done by a doctor. Talk with a doctor specially trained in skin problems, called a dermatologist, or your regular doctor if you are worried about wrinkles.

Age spots and skin tags

Age spots, once called “liver spots,” are flat, brown spots often caused by years in the sun. They are bigger than freckles and commonly show up on areas like the face, hands, arms, back, and feet. Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen that helps protect against two types of the sun’s rays (UVA and UVB) may prevent more age spots.

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Skin tags are small, usually flesh-colored growths of skin that have a raised surface. They become common as people age, especially for women. They are most often found on the eyelids, neck, and body folds such as the armpit, chest, and groin.

Age spots and skin tags are harmless, although sometimes skin tags can become irritated. If your age spots or skin tags bother you, talk to your doctor about having them removed.

Skin cancer

Skin cancer is a very common type of cancer in the United States. The main cause of skin cancer is the sun. Sunlamps and tanning booths can also cause skin cancer. Anyone, of any skin color, can get skin cancer. People with fair skin that freckles easily are at greatest risk. Skin cancer may be cured if it is found before it spreads to other parts of the body.

There are three types of skin cancers. Two types, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, grow slowly and rarely spread to other parts of the body. These types of cancer are usually found on parts of the skin most often exposed to the sun, like the head, face, neck, hands, and arms. But they can happen anywhere on your body. The third and most dangerous type of skin cancer is melanoma. It is rarer than the other types, but it can spread to other organs and be deadly.

Check your skin once a month for things that may be signs of cancer. Skin cancer is rarely painful. Look for changes such as a new growth, a sore that doesn’t heal, or a bleeding mole.

Check moles, birthmarks, or other parts of the skin for the “ABCDEs”

A = Asymmetry (one half of the growth looks different from the other half)

B = Borders that are irregular

C = Color changes or more than one color

D = Diameter greater than the size of a pencil eraser

E = Evolving; meaning the growth changes in size, shape, symptoms (itching, tenderness), surface (especially bleeding), or shades of color

See your doctor right away if you have any of these signs to make sure it is not skin cancer.

Keep your skin healthy

Read and share this infographic and help spread the word about how to take care of your skin as you age.

Some sun can be good for you, but to keep your skin healthy, be careful:

• Limit time in the sun. It’s okay to go out during the day, but try to avoid being in sun during peak times when the sun’s rays are strongest. For example, during the summer, try to stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Don’t be fooled by cloudy skies. The sun’s rays can go through clouds. You can also get sunburned if you are in water, so be careful when you are in a pool, a lake, or the ocean.
• Use sunscreen. Look for sunscreen with an SPF (sun protection factor) number of 15 or higher. It’s best to choose sunscreens with “broad spectrum” on the label. Put the sunscreen on 15 to 30 minutes before you go outside. Sunscreen should be reapplied at least every two hours. You need to put sunscreen on more often if you are swimming, sweating, or rubbing your skin with a towel.
• Wear protective clothing. A hat with a wide brim can shade your neck, ears, eyes, and head. Look for sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of the sun’s rays. If you have to be in the sun, wear loose, lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and long pants or long skirts.
• Avoid tanning. Don’t use sunlamps or tanning beds. Tanning pills are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and might not be safe.

Your skin may change with age. But remember, there are things you can do to help. Check your skin often. If you find any changes that worry you, see your doctor.

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