How can I keep my skin looking youthful without surgery?

I really really don't want to get a facelift or anything close to plastic surgery. What surgery alternatives are there for sagging skin and rejuvenating skin damaged by sun and wind and general neglect.  I am 35 years old and already I look mid-40s...not good when you're still on the singles scene! I appreciate your answers.

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7 answers to “How can I keep my skin looking...”

A: Fillers, Resurfacing, Retin A, IPL, Botox, and skin care

Philip Young, MD

All of these options can help you maintain your skin without surgery.  Fillers: when you age you lose volume, and replacing this volume can do wonders to fill in the facial contours. This can get rid of general wrinkles and highlight the face in ways to bring youth to the face. Restylane, Juvederm,... more

A: Numerous ways to youthful skin without surgery

Arnold R. Oppenheim, MD

First start with photoprotection. Chose a good sunscreen with moisturization rather than a moisturizer with some sunscreen thrown in. You cannot do a thing about your genetics and what is called chronologic aging. If you take biopsies of buttock skin at age 20 and later at age 70 you will see degradation and... more

A: The most important advice for reducing the need for...

Charles Nduka

The most important advice for reducing the need for cosmetic treatments is to reduce smoking and sun exposure. Botox and filler injections can reduce the signs of ageing in the 30s and 40s. Chemical peels can freshen the complexion if there are early signs of ageing.

A: I think first and foremost have a good diet, drink...

Vikram Vijh

I think first and foremost have a good diet, drink plenty of water, do not smoke and use sun block to protect your skin. After that a good skin care regime along with simple procedures such as injections of Botox or something similar will help slow the development of wrinkles.

A: Botox, fillers, and Fotofacials

Sam Naficy, MD

• Botox – a must for prevention of frown lines, worry lines, and other expressive wrinkles • Facial fillers – the most natural way to rejuvenate the aging face, without surgery • Fotofacial – a non-invasive surface treatment for skin rejuvenation Women over 40 may not... more

A: Botox is a fantastic way to give your face a more rested...

Michael Eidelman, MD

Botox is a fantastic way to give your face a more rested youthful appearance with virtually no down time. Laser hair removal is an effective solution for dark and/or ingrown hairs. It’s a great investment in smoother, hairless skin with only 3-5 treatments. Intense pulsed light or IPL quickly gets rid of... more

A: I get my beauty rest, eat lots of fruit & vegetables...

Suzanne Friedler, MD

I get my beauty rest, eat lots of fruit & vegetables, drink plenty of water & use a broad spectrum sunscreen & anti-aging products. My favorites are Retin-A & Revaleskin.

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