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7 red flags to watch out for when getting Botox or filler, especially if you found a great ‘deal’
Botox and filler injections have been growing in popularity for years, at least partially because they’re less invasive than plastic surgery. Still, they’re not without risk. In April, the CDC released a warning about counterfeit Botox after 19 women became ill. On a smaller scale, botched Botox or overdone filler can lead to unpleasant side effects that last for months, from a frozen facial expression to a puffy “pillow face.”
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What Do Comedogenic and Non-Comedogenic Mean? We Asked Dermatologists to Explain
Staying on top of all the skincare lingo can be tricky—and “comedogenic” and “non-comedogenic” might just be two of the most popular yet confusing words. You’ve likely seen the terms on the packaging of many skincare products, but what do they mean? We’re here to help fill you in with intel shared by leading board-certified dermatologists. Keep reading for their helpful insights on comedogenic vs. non-comedogenic ingredients, including what they are, how they affect your skin, and who should use them.
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https://www.byrdie.com/comedogenic-and-non-comedogenic-8686385

What is Premature Aging?
Many factors influence how a person ages, such as genetics, overall health and wellness, stress, and even inflammation. Aging is a natural part of life, but some individuals are prone to premature aging, often due to lifestyle and environmental stressors according to the Cleveland Clinic and other health experts. You cannot stop Mother Nature, but there are ways to improve your health as you grow older and, in some cases, reduce signs of premature aging.

How gross is your beauty routine? The answer might surprise you…
Let us let you in on a secret: We all have a little bit of Gross Girl in us, whether we’re popping pimples or sleeping in makeup. While there’s no shame in slip-ups, making a habit of these beauty blunders can lead to breakouts, spreading bacteria or just general ick. We asked experts to rate the mistakes we all make…and help us clean up our act. No time to lather and repeat? Reach for the dry shampoo instead. “Spray sections of hair at the root, then massage it in,” suggests Leo Izquierdo, stylist and co-founder of IGK Hair Care.

The best drugstore eye creams to tackle wrinkles, dark circles and dryness, according to experts
We all know the feeling: We haven’t had enough R&R, and we don’t want our faces to betray how tired we are. Sure, a vacation sounds nice, but it won’t solve all our eye care woes. In addition to tired eyes, most of us reach for eye creams due to a combination of afflictions, such as allergies, sun damage, volume loss and dry skin.

Woman Says Cheap Skin-Care Product Gives Lip-Filler Effect—but Does It?
A plump pout is on the beauty wish list for many, but the route of lip filler, lip flips, and other treatments can become costly. While the invasive route may feel like the only option to increase lip size, there may be a topical alternative available at the fraction of the cost. In a viral video shared to her TikTok account, Juliana Ball (@sincerely.juliana) showed herself applying a skin-care product to her lips, and the good news is it may already be part of your skin-care routine. Ball applied a serum to her lips, with the on-screen text reading, “you can’t afford lip filler, so you use hyaluronic acid instead.”

14 Best Sunscreen Sticks, Approved by Dermatologists
We’d argue the most annoying part of slathering on sunscreen is getting your hands all goopy—especially if you’re on the go with no towel handy. Thankfully, there’s a solution. And, no, we’re not talking about spray sunscreen—derms say you really need to rub those in, too. We’re talking about sunblock sticks.
The best sunscreen sticks are entirely contained in, well, a stick, so all you have to do is swipe the formula onto your skin. They’re also usually on the more compact side, so you can easily toss them into a giant beach bag or the tiniest work tote for reapplication throughout the day (no possibility of leaks!).

10 Best Sun Hats of 2024
Sun hats are much more than a fashion statement. This accessory protects your scalp, face, ears, and neck from the sun’s harmful rays. It helps prevent signs of photoaging – skin damage caused by ongoing exposure to UV light or sunlight – like wrinkles, sun spots, and pigment changes. Notably, wearing a sun hat can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer. Sun hats are constructed of materials that block (ultraviolet A) UVA and (ultraviolet B) UVB rays from touching your skin.

The Best Tinted Sunscreens We’ve Ever Tested
If there’s one thing you must add to your beauty routine, it’s sun protection—and that’s true whether or not you plan to go outside! For those who love a one-and-done product, tinted sunscreens are the best solution, combining the best of skincare and makeup. “Tinted face sunscreen is as effective as non-tinted face sunscreen,” says cosmetic physician Vivian Chin of Koru Wellness & Aesthetics. “They can be used as an all-in-one facial lotion or as a primer for your skincare routine.”

How to Use Retinol on Your Body Like a Dermatologist
There’s a good chance you’ve used retinol on your face. But have you ever thought about harnessing the benefits of the vitamin A derivative for your arms, legs, and the rest of your body? Skincare experts say you can use this powerhouse anti-aging ingredient on your body to achieve many of the same outcomes you see when using retinol on your face, including fading dark spots, encouraging cell turnover, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

12 Best Eye Creams for Puffiness, According to Dermatologists
Sometimes you wake up and you can just feel the overnight puffiness. On those mornings you need the best eye creams for puffiness—a caffeine-infused eye cream, to be specific—stat. Unfortunately, mild swelling under the eyes is pretty normal, especially as we get older. Here’s what happens, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology: Tissue around the eyes gradually weakens and sags, which allows fat to shift into the lower eyelids, contributing to puffiness. Fluids can also pool in this area, leading to swelling.

Dry Brushing Your Skin Fights Cellulite & Leaves You Glowing: How to Get the Perks
It’s no secret that the older we get, the more difficult it becomes to fight off wrinkles, sun spots, dryness and other skin woes. Unfortunately, aging comes for us all, even the most disciplined SPF users. Of course, for every age-related skin ailment, there are half a dozen potential treatment options. Social media is overrun with influencers and celebrities touting the benefits of red light therapy, various chemical exfoliants, retinol products, vampire facials and so much more.

15 Best Body Lotions for Aging Skin, According to Dermatologists
As we get older, it’s not just our faces that start to show all of those years in the rearview. The best body lotions for aging skin, used in tandem with a quality face moisturizer for aging skin, are vital components of your skin care routine for targeting signs of maturity: thin and crepey skin, fine lines and wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation like sun spots.

The 8 Best Sleep Masks of 2023 to Block Out Light While Home or Away
Are expensive sleep masks worth it?
“Expensive sleep masks may be worth the investment if you use sleep masks often and need restful sleep,” says Dr. Vivian Chin, MD, MPH, a cosmetic physician and founder of Koru Wellness & Aesthetics NYC.
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Why You Should Update Your Exfoliation Technique For The Fall
“Before scrubbing away in the morning and evening, take a breather and devise a plan. Though exfoliation may make your skin feel smoother, too much or too harsh of treatments can cause more damage overall,” says Vivian Chin, MD, MPH.

Latinx People Place Emphasis on Vanity, so Why Are “Tweakments” Still Taboo?
Cuban-American Cessie Cerrato was in her late 30s when she first decided to broach the subject of Botox and dermal fillers with her dermatologist. Cerrato, who is the founder of NYC-based publicity company Cessie C. Communications, represents clients in the beauty and lifestyle space, but she hadn’t considered journeying into the world of injectables until right before her wedding.

Is Spray Sunscreen as Effective as Lotion? Dermatologists Weigh In
As the weather warms up and lake days are added to the calendar, the seemingly age-old debate—spray versus lotion sunscreen—is back.When it comes to protecting your skin from the sun’s powerful rays, applying sunscreen is one of the most important things you can do. But can the type of sunscreen you use affect how well your skin is protected?

The 12 Best Anti-Aging Face Oils of 2023
Anti-aging face oils can be beneficial to any skin type (yes, even oily skin). They’re deeply moisturizing and can deliver vitamins and antioxidants to reduce hyperpigmentation, soften lines, and even your skin.”As we age, our skin tends to become drier and more prone to wrinkles and fine lines,” says Asmi Sanghvi, DO, a board-certified dermatologist at Mount Sinai Health System. “Face oils can help to hydrate and nourish the skin, improving its overall appearance and helping to minimize the signs of aging.”