The best way to avoid sun damage is to avoid the sun — but since that’s all but impossible, here’s what else I learned.
As for reversing the damage, Dr. Rieder advises that the best method is something the experts called “field treatment,” which involves treating a large area of skin, whether the face, chest, arms, or a combination. “My favourite way to do this is with fractionated laser technology, like Fraxel, LaseMD or Halo Laser,” says Dr. Rieder. “These lasers are very tolerable, and do their magic by causing a superficial exfoliation of skin over the course of several days.
For Dr. Engelman, another way of removing sun spots and other signs of sun damage is chemical peels, which use a powerful dose of acids to weaken the cellular bonds between skin cells in the dermis. “This exfoliation helps to slough away dead, dull-looking cells, reveal healthy cells, reduce hyperpigmentation and improve skin texture,” says Dr. Engelman. “I also love chemical peels because you can get them done in-office or do them at home yourself.
Among the products Engelman recommends are Glo Skin Beauty’s peel kits, the Hydra-Bright AHA Glow Peel, and the Beta-Clarity AHA Clarifying Peel for when skin needs a reset. “I also love Dr. Dennis Gross’ Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel Pads because they are a pre-dosed product and easy to travel with and use on the go,” she adds. “These are great for individuals who are nervous about at-home peels because they are individually packed and easy for beginners to swipe on.
Dr. Kim also assures me that there are ways to help get rid of sun damage, again citing lasers as an important treatment for improving hyperpigmentation, texture and overall complexion and quality of the skin. Given the sheer range of lasers on offer, however, Kim advises that it’s important to see a trained board-certified dermatologist so they can recommend the right treatment based on your skin type.
The takeaway, really, is you don’t have to be fanatical about sun protection to care for your skin. You can add a few simple steps to your routine, or you can go full-bore like me. Either choice can have a long-lasting impact on the health of your skin. The most important advice? See your dermatologist one to two times a year for a skin check-up.
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