287: Worth It or Skip It: Skincare Edition + Lasers, Threads and Other Procedures with Dr. Heather Rogers
Dec 18, 2023
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Dr. Heather Rogers, a double-board certified dermatologic surgeon, shares her thoughts on skincare procedures, including lasers, threads, and resurfacing treatments. She also discusses the importance of post-treatment care and recommends effective skincare ingredients. Additionally, she emphasizes the significance of morning and nighttime skincare routines and highlights the benefits of LED masks for skincare.
Different treatments like clear and brilliant, Fraxel, IPL, and CO2 lasers can address various skin concerns and provide long-lasting results.
M-face treatment and Elosure are effective options for addressing gravitational effects and restoring volume and tightness to the face.
A simple skincare routine with specific products and ingredients, such as vitamin C serum, moisturizer, gentle cleanser, bacuciol, glycolic acid, and retinol, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and addressing specific skin concerns.
Deep dives
Treating Sun Damage
To address sun damage, treatments such as clear and brilliant and Fraxel can be effective for superficial brown spots and texture issues. IPL and CO2 lasers are more suitable for deeper lines and pigmentation problems. These treatments stimulate the formation of collagen and can provide long-lasting results.
Combating Gravity
For addressing gravitational effects, the M-face treatment combines radiofrequency and electromagnetic stimulation to contract facial muscles, restoring volume to the cheeks and tightening the jawline. Another option is Elosure, which involves creating microscopic skin punctures to remove skin cores and tighten the lower face, resembling a mini facelift.
Proper Skincare Routine
Dr. Rogers emphasizes the importance of a simple skincare routine. She recommends splashing the face with water in the morning, followed by a vitamin C serum and moisturizer. Sunscreen should be applied separately after moisturizer. At night, a gentle cleanse is necessary, followed by a nighttime treatment and moisturizer. Dr. Rogers advises against using multi-purpose products and encourages quality over quantity.
Importance of Gentle Cleansing and Avoiding Overwashing
Gentle cleansing is essential for maintaining healthy skin. Overwashing and using harsh cleansers can strip the natural moisturizing factor and disrupt the skin's pH balance. This can lead to dryness, irritation, and a weakened skin barrier. It is important to choose a cleanser that effectively removes makeup and impurities without being too abrasive, allowing your night treatments and moisturizers to penetrate the skin and do their job effectively.
Effective Ingredients for Nighttime Treatments
For nighttime treatments, key ingredients include bacuciol, glycolic acid, and retinol. Bacuciol is a gentler alternative to prescription tretinoin, offering similar benefits without the risk of inflammation or sun sensitivity. Glycolic acid is effective in exfoliating the skin, improving texture, and reducing hyperpigmentation. Retinol, while less potent than tretinoin, can still provide anti-aging benefits. It is important to choose products with these ingredients that suit your skin type and consider the formulation (gel or cream) that works best for you.
Heather D. Rogers, MD, founder of Doctor Rogers Skin Care, is a double-board certified dermatologic surgeon who sees patients full-time at her practice Modern Dermatology in Seattle, WA. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington Division of Dermatology and lectures internationally on skincare, aesthetics, surgery, and improving patient outcomes. She joins the show to discuss hot takes on which products are really worth the money, how to get long-lasting results, which procedures she tells patients to avoid, her thoughts on resurfacing treatments for skin maintenance such as Clear Brilliant, Fraxel, CO2, IPL, and more, important steps for post-treatment care, the most effective skincare ingredients, and how to protect your skin over time.
This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.
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