What Are the Best Preventative Treatments?

There are several simple and inexpensive things that can be done to help keep skin healthy and beautiful: 1. Minimize sun exposure 2. Hat, sunglasses, protective activewear, and sunscreen when out in the sun 3. Use a moisturizer with SPF 25 or 30 -- every day 4. Avoid smoking 5. Choose a healthy diet with plenty of anti-oxidants

You are wise to start early to prevent skin damage before it occurs. It sounds like you are on the right path already. Sunscreen is probably the most important preventative measure next to physical blocks (hats) and sun avoidance. Although don’t get fooled into putting sunscreen on only in the morning and thinking you are covered throughout the entire day. Sunscreen needs to be reapplied-as frequently as every 2 hours if you are out in intense sun for an extended... more

Besides using sunscreen every day and avoiding too much direct sun exposure, there ARE several things you can do, even without spending a lot of time and money such as laser, peels, creams, etc. Don't overlook the importance of nutrition (fish, fresh vegetables, fruit to name a few), hydration(recommended daily intake of 8, 8oz. of water), vitamins and SLEEP. Many people are sleep deprived and this takes its toll on your skin as well as your overall well being... more