By Dr. Ewa Timek

Skincare has become a glamorized industry in our modern society. With so many products, procedures, and treatments available and new ones being developed, it becomes difficult to choose which one to use or which combination to use for the most effective results. Skin, as the largest organ, is one of the most immediate reflections of age, exhaustion, and expression in another person. It is crucial to care for our skin in our younger years to ensure its longevity and durability with age. As Dr. Timek always states, “Skincare is not a race- it’s a marathon”. The foundation of skincare upon which any kind of skincare can be administered is understanding how one’s own skin behaves.

Knowing your skin type

Some people have naturally drier skin, and some have oily skin. Some people are more susceptible to burns when exposed to the sun while others tan quite easily. Some people’s skin is very susceptible to hormonal changes which take the form of acne, rosacea, and redness. Knowing your skin type, how it reacts to different conditions, and genetic predispositions all factors into coming up with a comprehensive plan to cultivating youthful, glowing skin that will last a lifetime.

Different solutions

Depending on the situation, there can be different approaches to skincare. Patients who are struggling with rosacea will have different methods of controlling their concerns than those who wish to monitor signs of aging in the skin. Luckily, our knowledgeable aesthetician Lisa is highly qualified to address skincare matters ranging from active interventions to target acne, rosacea, etc. or creating preventative regimens for aging. She encourages patients to bring in all their products, creams, serums, cleansers, exfoliants, moisturizers, and various tools used to apply it all for her to evaluate. Lisa will gladly tell you which products to keep and construct a grocery list of ones to purchase. Having seen your skin, she may suggest services to combat any anomalies, enhance the existing qualities in the skin, or bring out a fresh, dewy glow. At Advanced Plastic Surgery we offer spa services ranging from seasonal facials to heavy duty microneedling with radiofrequency. In terms of corrective options, the spectrum of treatments includes the exfoliative microdermabrasiondermaplaning, and chemical peelsLasers can also be engaged for skin resurfacing purposes if a full-face cell turnover is desired. To sustain the dramatic results obtained from these treatments, Advanced Plastic Surgery carries a cosmeceutical line of skincare products from Skin Ceuticals designed to prevent redness, signs of aging, and even correct wrinkles with sustained use.

Start now!

Don’t be afraid to start early! Acne and sun damage in the skin can remain for many years down the road, so act now to save yourself the hassle later.