Monthly Archives: February 2009

How to Get Rid of Crow’s Feet

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Image source: Milwent.com Crow’s feet are amongst the most complained about wrinkles on a patient’s face. And for good reason: “Crow’s-feet are usually the earliest wrinkles to appear on a woman’s face,” says dermatologist Debra Price, M.D., clinical assistant professor of dermatology at the University of Miami School of Medicine and a dermatologist in South Miami. So what to do about crow’s feet? Take an aggressive approach at home. To quote Meg Ryan in You’ve Got Mail, “Fight,... read more

The Best Sunglasses I Have Ever Owned: Oakley Eternal

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  I love a good bargain, so I’ve always just grabbed $5 sunglasses at my local mall.  Still, as an avid sun-protective clothing devotee, I was beyond ecstatic when a reader sent me Oakley Eternal Sunglasses ($120.00, Oakley.com) for review. I’ve often wondered if more expensive sunglasses are better.  In 2006, the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology determined that expensive sunglasses are “not necessarily better,” although there are rare instances in which cheaper sunglasses have been found to have less... read more

Product Review: John Frieda Frizz Ease Weather Works Shampoo, Conditioner, and Serum

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  Recently, a reader sent me John Frieda Frizz Ease Weather Works products to try.  Formulated with dimethicone, a type of silicone, the product is unique because it is designed to “keep the moisture in” while still keeping “unwanted moisture out.”  But how well does the product work?  FutureDerm investigates, with the help of her awesome curly-haired friend Robin… Not great for straight or fine hair My hair is long and naturally straight, and I use large foam rollers on a daily basis to give it some body. ... read more

4 Steps to a Perfect Summer Self-Tan

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  Image source: Somalifetstyle.com If you’re anything like I used to be, you may be savvy when it comes to sunscreen and moisturizers, but when it comes to self-tanning, fuhgedaboutit.    Luckily, I have done my research, and come up with the following fail-proof self-tanning guide (let me know what you think!): Step 1.  While you’re in the shower, exfoliate. Self-tanners interact with the uppermost layer of skin, so if you want even coverage, you need to exfoliate.  According to the May 2008 issue of Allure magazine,... read more

How Do Self Tanners Work?

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One excellent self tanner: Clinique Self Sun Face, $18.50, Amazon.com Self tanners are like the Alfred Hitchcock of the skin care world: they are very popular, yet they work in mysterious ways. However, recently, I decided to uncover the secrets of the self tanner, and I thought that it might be interesting to share. Most self-tanners work by using dihydroxyacetone (DHA) as the main ingredient. According to a report from The Danish Ministry of the Environment, DHA reacts with amino acids and amino groups during the formation of melanoids... read more

Splurge of the Month: RéVive Skincare Filtre de Soleil SPF 45

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As a college student, I am all-too-aware of the cost of skin care products. At the same time, however, a product comes along every once in a while that makes me open my wallet. That’s the case with the new RéVive Filtre de Soleil SPF 45 ($130.00, RéViveSkincare.com). The highlight of this sunscreen is not its superior protection – although it contains physical sunscreen (zinc oxide) and chemical sunscreen, Neutrogena’s Helioplex has been documented to provide the most photostable UVA protection of any sunscreen on the... read more

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