Tag: dermatology
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How Effective Are ‘Anti-Aging’ Skincare Ingredients? Expert Insights
The Sunscreen Crown: The Best Anti-Aging Tool When it comes to aging skin, sunscreen stands out as the most reliable safeguard. According to a respected dermatology expert, sunscreen could do more to prevent wrinkles and photo aging than nearly any other ingredient, whether prescription or over‑the‑counter. The idea is simple: not only does sunscreen shield…
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What Truly Works in Anti-Aging Skincare, According to Dermatologists
Introduction: Sorting Fact from Fiction in Anti-Aging Skincare People often ask which so‑called anti‑aging ingredients are worth their price. Two dermatologists, one based in New York and the other in Quebec, walk us through the evidence and set realistic expectations. The key takeaway: sunscreen remains the foundational step; other ingredients offer incremental benefits at best,…
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Your Skin Age: How Sun Exposure Affects Aging
The Real Age of Your Skin: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Aging When it comes to aging, the skin is a telltale organ. Behind the visible wrinkles and spots lie two intertwined forces: intrinsic aging, the natural march of time, and extrinsic aging driven by our environment. Among the latter, sun exposure is the heavyweight champion. In…
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Skin Aging, Sun Exposure, and the Truth Your Face Tells
Sun Exposure and Skin Aging: Two Forces at Play Like many Canadians, I once joked that sunscreen was optional, especially in the colder months. Yet the signs of aging tell a different story. Skin aging arises from two intertwined forces: intrinsic aging, the natural march of time in our cells, and extrinsic aging, driven largely…
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Show Me Your Skin, I’ll Tell Its Age: Sun, Skin Aging, and Daily Protection
Why skin ages: intrinsic vs extrinsic factors Skin aging is not just about getting older; it results from two intertwined processes. Intrinsic aging is the natural, gradual decline of skin cells and collagen over time. Extrinsic aging is driven by external factors, with sun exposure at the top of the list. In Canada, where seasons…