What Age Should Women Get Botox? FutureDerm Readers Weigh In…

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Three weeks ago, I asked readers what age they think is appropriate for a woman to start getting Botox. The results are in: 38 percent (the majority) think women should wait until 35; 24 percent think they’re ready at 25 (surprising!); 18 percent think it is best to wait until 45; 10 percent think 55; …and only 10 percent say never. Obviously, this is a personal decision, but I think the fact that only 10% are opposed to Botox altogether shows how mainstream cosmetic dermatology has become in our society. Of course, I may... read more

Quick Question: Does a $5 moisturizer have any benefit?

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  Curel Continuous Comfort is $3.99 on Drugstore.com The answer is yes, according to Dr. Frederic Brandt in this month’s Real Simple magazine.  Even the most basic moisturizer hydrates, giving the skin a chance to rest.  By doing so, you help maintain collagen production over time, according to Dr. Brandt.  This keeps the skin firmer and younger for longer. However, as Dr. Brandt is quick to point out, there are lots of other ingredients that are clinically proven to improve the skin too.  At any rate, though, don’t be... read more

Product Review: Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer

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Every once in a while, a product comes along that just looks so cool, you know it’s going to be a hit. That’s the case with Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer ($34.99 on sale, Kohl’s.com). Complete with side-by-side jars for day and night creams, your eyes never have an excuse to be without treatment. But how effective is Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer? The product seems to be loaded with lots of ingredients — nearly 100 between the two formulations — and both have a low concentration of firming... read more

Product Review: Good Skin All Bright Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 30

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  If you pick up one thing in Kohl’s Beauty Department, make it All Bright Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 30 ($12.00, Kohl’s.com).  The sunscreen brightens the skin with glucosamine, and is one of the cheapest sources of vitamin C & vitamin E (one of my favorite combinations!), firming peptides, and effective sun protection out there.  As an added bonus, the product is highly portable, and I love it as a hand cream.  To learn more about the research behind the product’s ingredients, read on. Glucosamine Glucosamine... read more