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Q: What’s the best sunscreen for sensitive skin?
A: Ditch UV-absorbing chemical sunscreens, and opt instead for physical sunblocks that reflect UV rays. Look for ingredients like titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. These tend to be gentler on sensitive skin types. Some options: Neutrogena Sunblock Lotion SPF 60, Juice Beauty SPF 30 Sheer Moisturizer, NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30. For more on sensitive skin, here’s how to create a sensitive skin-friendly beauty routine that won’t irritate your complexion.
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Q: What are several ways I can reduce the signs of stressed-out skin?
A: Stress can negatively impact your skin, causing everything from dryness to redness to acne. Gil Yosipovitch, M.D., a clinical professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University, tells Prevention that when it comes to acne, stress causes a chain reaction, boosting inflammation, which then leads to blemishes. To treat breakouts, look for formulas with salicylic acid, which helps to slough off dead skin cells, or benzoyl peroxide, which kills blemish-causing bacteria. To help with dryness, David Goldberg, M.D., director of laser research at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, tells the magazine that it’s best to use hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formulas because their lower pH levels don’t cause further dryness or inflammation. To relieve redness, look for products with anti-inflammatory ingredients. In general, traditional methods of stress relief are critical to skin care, too. That includes participating in physical activity several times a week, getting sufficient sleep and using healthy coping strategies, such as breathing techniques, meditation, soothing music and social support. Also, here are 10 more ways to stress less and sleep better.
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Q: When visiting the dermatologist for the first time, what should I expect him or her to ask about my psoriasis?
A: Board-certified dermatologist Paul Yamauchi, M.D., tells Skincare-News that he usually asks patients the following: how long they’ve had psoriasis, whether anyone in their family has the condition or other skin conditions and what type of symptoms they experience. He then asks questions about how psoriasis has affected their job, education and social relationships and what medications they’re tried to treat their psoriasis. To learn more about managing psoriasis, check out our entire interview with Dr. Yamauchi here.
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Q. Is it true that hair loss can occur because of pregnancy? Is this hair loss permanent?
A. Yes, it’s normal for women to experience hair loss about three months after giving birth. During pregnancy, hair can actually increase in volume due to elevated levels of certain hormones that cause the body to retain hair. When hormones return to normal after pregnancy, the extra hair falls out, and patterns of hair growth and loss return to normal.
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