Tips of the Week

Products, in general, cannot repair moderately or severely sun damaged skin, deeper wrinkles or sagging. You will need lasers or other treatments, if you have those problems. Products are... more

People often ask me what I'm using on my skin. I change my regimen seasonally - using slightly different products for winter and summer.

My updated skin care product regimen is on the site... more

Some SkinTour visitors have commented, very understandably, that the anti-aging products I recommend are expensive. But antioxidant and anti-aging products (like cell growth factors) are... more

Many women's magazines seem to imply that the more exfoliation the better, so here's how to figure it out.  For your face, if you have oily, usually less sensitive skin (often acne prone),... more

Self tanners can be a woman's best friend on the legs in summer. Also, consider some of the great leg makeups out there. I like the Lorac "Tantalizer" which has shimmer and doesn't come off... more

Here's a strategy that's worked for me and our patients to get a good self-tan:

Add 2 cups of Epsom salts into a bath and soak for 10-15 minutes (whole body if possible). Use a loofah,... more

Remember that SPF refers only to UVB protection and doesn't help you on UVA. And buying a sunscreen that says "broad spectrum" or "UVA Protection" won't necessarily protect you much. Some... more

Here are some of my favorite products.  Speaking as a mom myself, I think mothers are always happy to get some nice, higher quality skin care products for Mother's Day.  I have not included... more

Once you've prioritized what's bothering you about your skin or your face, neck, or chest, then read about those areas and possible solutions on SkinTour.

Guide to Cosmetic Areas

Anti-Aging... more

Some different ideas for friends and family who are dedicated to good skin:

• What about hats ($20-200)? There are some great ones now and they do a lot to protect skin from UV light.
• Packs

But just in case all the best plans failed, you did overdo it, and are now paying the price through your skin. Here's what to do if your skin is looking pasty, too red, or breaking out.... more

Here's the problem with SPF in foundation.  If you read the ingredients, other than mineral makeups, they don't contain UVA blockers.  You absolutely need both UVA and UVB protection every... more

Ladies, ladies, ladies, will we never learn to be wary of marketing?    I would love it (as would you) if we could just put on our makeup and get a great anti-aging product as well.  

But... more

Summer vacations remind me how vulnerable our lips are to sun and wind.

Lips have even less natural protection from the sun than the rest of our skin. That's one reason why the area on and... more

 Many patients think that summer might be a good time to start laser hair removal. This is generally NOT a good idea.

Any tan at all, even ones that are sometimes imperceptible, alter the... more

When you're travelling, it's NOT a good time to try new medications, new supplements, or new creams for you or your family. Vacations can be ruined by a family member with a serious... more

 Can it really be this hard to find a good one? I'm beginning to wonder after trying 6 of them.

Why a body scrub in the first place? As we age, the skin cells on our body slow down (like... more

 Here are several ideas for increasing your "glow" - some are easier and some more difficult. All these strategies increase cell turnover rate and build collagen.

• Use Renova (Retin A,

 If your skin has good texture, even color, very little sagging around the eyelids or jawline, and few or no wrinkles, then you just need to use state of the art products and consider... more

Okay - I can't help myself. I still love that ColoreScience powdered sunscreen (Sunforgettable SPF 30 - comes in tints) for anyone athletic (doesn't drip into eyes), or oily, or who just... more

  Many of my patients are confused about skin care products and what they can do.

Here's the good news. At any age, and particularly starting young, they can help prevent future sun damage... more

 As many of you know, I'm generally a fan of SkinCeuticals products.  They put more time into research than most companies, and they work hard to make sure their products are high quality,... more

 Forget that extra pair of shoes, new skis, or gloves, and take better care of your skin.  People see your skin every single day.

These skin care products aren't cheap, but they work and... more

  It's fun to give something a little unusual, as opposed to bath oils, moisturizers, etc.

What about a trio of body scrubs in different scents with a loofah or a natural bristle, long... more

  On those long flights (anything from 4-12+ hours), here's how to keep your facial skin hydrated.

Buy a travel size of your favorite moisturizer - Cetaphil cream works fine. Keep that... more

  Now that summer is over, here are three great things to do for your skin:

One - get a microdermabrasion treatment to increase cell turnover, slough off old cells, and clean out pores.

Two... more

  You can extend some summer color into the fall with a self-tanner.  Last week I recommended the Giese "Sun" self-tanner.  What about exfoliating before applying the self-tanner?

The most... more

  We've tried and tested many over the years. The one I like the best is the Giese "Sun," which comes in light, medium, and dark. 

It smells good and has just enough indicator in it that... more

 It's hot and sticky, and that make-up just seems to run. It's summer!

If you haven't tried the Shiseido oil blotting papers, they're brilliant and work so much better than regular powder.... more

 Sunburns kill some of your skin cells and damage the DNA of many other cells, both of which set the stage for skin cancers later. Sunburns damage the pigment-making cells (melanocytes),... more

Some of you are very busy, and one of my friends calls herself a tomboy.  "Your regimen is too complicated," she says.

How pared down can we make your skin care?

Assuming fairly normal... more

I think we women really have a "Catch 22" thing going.  Because if we don't take care of ourselves, then we're branded "slobs," and if we do take care of ourselves, we're branded "vain."... more

Got a vacation in the sun coming?  Or maybe you live in the Sunbelt.  Use lipstick with a sunscreen to protect your lips.

Try the Bobbi Brown Lipshine SPF 15. Why I like it?

It walks that... more

Let's say you're really feeling the budget pinch right now but don't want to let your skin go entirely. Here's a good plan from the drugstore, unless you have acne (then see the Acne Test... more

Eye creams: Here are some good ones, but none will do all they promise:

• For dark circles - Replenix Intensive Eye Lightening Serum 
• Good value/drugstore - RoC Retinol Correxion Eye Cream  

It's fall.  That central heating goes on again pretty soon. That and the colder, less humid fall air add up to dryer skin for almost everyone, but especially if you have a history of... more