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A: Extremely hot or cold weather with low humidity can cause dry, tight skin. Other possible reasons for your dry skin include prolonged exposure to water — especially hot water — soap, the air conditioner or heater, age and genetics.
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A: Yes. Skin repairs itself at night and extra hydration could help. Remember to wear moisturizer with sunscreen during the day to protect against sun damage and premature aging. For an effective night-time moisturizer, check out Kinerase Ultimate Night Moisturizer to hydrate while improving fine lines and wrinkles. |
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A: Sloughing off dead skin cells is crucial if you have acneic skin, but harsh scrubs can actually increase irritation and cause more acne. Make sure you’re using a gentle facial scrub like a gommage, which is a super-refined exfoliator that gently loosens dead skin cells without causing further dryness and sensitivity.
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A: Sclerotherapy is the gold standard for effectively treating spider veins on the legs, says cosmetic dermatologist Nelson Lee Novick, M.D., F.A.A.C.S., F.A.A.D. He explains that "Sclerotherapy works by irritating the lining of the unwanted blood vessels to such an extent that they collapse upon themselves and eventually scar over and disappear from view entirely." For more information on treating spider veins and broken blood vessels, check out our interview with Dr. Novick here. |