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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
I'm in my 40s. Is it too late to try Botox?
I'm in my early 40s and I've never had Botox, but I'm surrounded by it. I live in a big city and all of my friends are big believers in the neurotoxin. I'm not against it — not scared of needles, don't really object to the idea of chemicals in my face — but, for me, it's more about "Ugh, do I really need to add another thing to my beauty regimen?" My understanding is that you have to keep on doing it for it to actually work and that sounds time-intensive, not to mention expensive. I don't have wrinkles that keep me up at night. But obviously, I know more wrinkles will eventually come ... so I don't want to wait until it's too late. Is now the time to do it? Dear Decision Paralysis, In a world where literal 22-year-olds with fewer lines than an atom mirror are dropping coin on preventative "Baby Botox" to avoid even the slightest sign of aging, I'm going to start with what I suspect is an unpopular opinion: If your wrinkles aren't bothering you, you don't need to freeze them with a neuromodulator like Botox. Period. You're right that these injections are temporary (treatments last about 3-6 months), expensive (between $300-$1,400 a session, depending on your city and injector) and getting them before you're ready is also a slippery, self-critical slope. If you are currently looking at your face and not hating what you see, my advice is to bask in this rare and glorious moment as a woman on Planet Earth. The truth is, aging naturally can actually be more gratifying than you may have imagined yet and, contrary to everything the world and TikTok will tell you, you may continue to like what you see. I am perhaps in the old-school minority when I suggest that you need not panic nor bend to societal pressure and, instead, let your face do what it's going to do. Keep up a quality skin care routine (including daily sunscreen) and if and when there comes a time that you are not loving what your face is doing, then — and only then — should you consider more serious interventions. That said, if you wake up at 48 and think, "I can't live with these frown lines," Botox can be an amazing tool for softening wrinkles — no matter what your age. "For the large majority of cases, patients who are starting at some point in their 20, 30s, 40s or 50s, Botox will relax your muscles and make those lines go away," board-certified dermatologist Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose told me. In terms of being "too late" for Botox, Murphy-Rose says that "at some point, as skin laxity really increases in an aging face, Botox doesn't necessarily always respond the way it does in a younger face. But I've successfully treated patients in their 90s. I've actually treated my grandmother in her 90s — honestly, with a beautiful result." And in terms of "preventative" Botox? You might not even need it: "Deep lines can happen for some people very young, but they can also happen for some people at a much later age. So it really depends on your genetics, your environmental exposures and your skin type and tone. There are so many variables," she explains. Murphy-Rose says that super deep lines can be harder to reverse with a neuromodulator like Botox, but they're still not impossible to smooth with a combination of Botox and a hyaluronic acid filler. Last, while in recent years Botox has become ubiquitous (offered in at-home gatherings — like a modern-day Tupperware party! — and at places like the gym), finding a skilled injector matters to your result. "You want an experienced injector who has very good in-depth knowledge of the anatomy," Murphy-Rose says. "Because Botox is not harmless, it carries risks and it can't just be reversed. So if it's placed poorly and you're getting an unwanted effect — which honestly happens more often than you would want to know about — you just kind of have to sit it out for the most part. You just have to wait the four to six months till it goes away." If you do decide to get Botox, Murphy-Rose says your best bet to achieving the look you want is to find an injector who shares your aesthetic and be clear about your goals upfront.
Buzz Feed
20-05-2025
- Health
- Buzz Feed
8 Things To Get Rid Of Your Warts At Home
Warts are a prime example of a skin condition that's stubborn, bothersome and a possible source of embarrassment for some. We're told by board-certified dermatologist and skin care founder Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose that these potentially painful bumps and clusters are 'extremely common' and spread when the human papillomavirus (HPV) enters the skin through microscopic breaks or cuts. 'Common warts can occur on many areas of the body, especially the hands and fingers. Plantar warts typically develop on the soles of the feet and palms and can become painful due to pressure,' she says, adding that flat warts, which are often smoother in appearance, are often found in clusters on the face, legs, or backs of the hands. Given their high contraction rate and potential for reoccurrence (yes, they are contagious), you may be in search of some at-home solutions that can rid your complexion of these bumpy burdens once and for all — and Murphy-Rose says that these treatments certainly do exist. Both Murphy-Rose and another expert we spoke to suggest consulting your dermatologist before doing any of the at-home treatments that we've rounded up here, based on their product recommendations and guidance. A cryotherapy kit Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Noah Gratch at MDCS Dermatology said that cryotherapy, which involves freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen, is a common in-office wart removal treatment. He suggested this Dr. Scholl's Freeze Away kit, which essentially replicates the process at home and claims to start working in just one treatment. Inside this kit is a pressurized canister with 12 freezing applications, 12 precision-tip applicators, and easy-to-follow instructions. Compatible for both common and plantar warts, many reviewers claim that this treatment is effective and minimally painful. "If you find that these treatments are not working, make sure to visit your dermatologist, although most are harmless, it is always good to make sure," Gratch said. Get it from Amazon for $21.07. A 40% salicylic acid wart-remover stick Board-certified dermatologist and skin care founder Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose said that salicylic acid-based treatments for warts exist over the counter, and we found this convenient, solid stick formula that contains a 40% concentration. Effective for both common and plantar warts, the Wart Stick has a non-greasy and waxy consistency and can be a good option for larger warts that medicated bandages can't cover or that might be too big for freezing treatments. This pain-free and odorless treatment contains up to 35 applications and claims to adhere to the surface of warts to penetrate to the root for a more effective removal. Get it from Amazon for $11.99. A freezing kit with a variety of precision tips Another freezing treatment recommended by Gratch is this advanced wart remover by Skin Clinic, which comes with 12 application tips that are two different sizes, so you can apply the cryogen solution with greater precision and avoid damaging the surrounding skin. The brand claims that this is a medical-grade formula that gets as cold as —67 degrees for effective results. Get it from Amazon for $16.49. A classic roll of Duck Tape for occlusion removal According to Murphy-Rose, occlusion therapy involves covering the wart with duct tape to restrict oxygen and suffocate the wart. It might even be useful to cover the wart with duct tape post-treatment Tape is a classic and trusted duct tape option that promises strong adhesion, a waterproof backing and conforms to uneven surfaces. If you don't already have a roll at home, you can grab one here in a variety of yard lengths. Get it from Amazon for $7.16+. Medicated and waterproof bandages "If you're waiting to see a dermatologist, it's best to keep the area covered with a bandage or medical tape to help reduce the risk of spreading the virus to other areas or to others," said on that guidance, we selected these Compound W bandages, which come in a discreet sheer material, come pre-medicated with a salicylic acid-based solution so you can treat your warts while you keep them covered. These strips promise to be waterproof and offer some cushion between the wart surface and high-friction areas like the inside of shoes for more comfort. According to the brand, apply the medicated strip to warts every 48 hours until it's gone. Get it from Amazon for $8.15 (also available in two other styles and a multi-pack). Medicated cushioning pads for plantar warts "[Warts] can grow deeper and more painful over time, especially on weight-bearing areas like the feet," said Scholl's treatment patches are specifically formulated and designed for plantar warts, which are common and appear on the soles of the feet, according to Gratch. We chose to include these medicated and adhesive pads because they contain a 40% concentration of salicylic acid and offer a surrounding cushion to make it more comfortable to stand on your them from Amazon for $10.15. Several pairs of fresh socks Murphy-Rose explained that warts contain virus particles that can easily be shed onto socks and shoes. "Wearing clean socks daily and avoiding shared footwear like sandals can also help reduce the risk of spreading," she said. In case you need to replenish your existing stock, this highly rated multi-pack from Amazon contains eight pairs of long-stapled cotton socks that are breathable, feature a no-show and non-slip design and promise to be breathable. Shop them in two sizes and four neutral colors. Get them from Amazon for $16.89. A popular pair of cushioned shower slides "Warts are more easily spread over moist skin, which helps warts to spread onto feet in areas like public showers or around swimming pools," said Murphy-Rose. These popular waterproof cloud slides, which we selected, can be a great option if you frequent gyms, swimming pools or shared shower spaces so you can avoid contracting warts. They have a lightweight, delightfully bouncy and cushioned sole with an anti-skid outer sole to keep you from slipping. You can get these in gender-neutral sizes and 16 colors. Get them from Amazon for $23.99.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
If Your Neck Lines Bother You, These Are The Products Dermatologists Recommend
Neck lines ― those horizontal bands that appear partway through life ― are natural and inevitable at any stage of life, but there are some external factors that can make lines look more pronounced than they necessarily need to be. And what's more, there are some prescription-free skin care products readily available to help diffuse and fill some of the most obvious neck creases. 'Over time, collagen and elastin levels decrease and the skin quality deteriorates with the loss of these crucial skin proteins,' said Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. This gradual collagen loss is typically what's to blame for increased and deepened neck lines, volume loss and crepey skin texture. Murphy-Rose said that this appearance can also be referred to as 'tech-neck,' when someone spends a lot of time with their head bent, which can cause creasing. 'The best ways to prevent fine lines due to 'tech neck' include improved posture with your head up rather than bent over,' she said. She also said that all too often we apply skin care only to our face, forgetting our neck altogether. She suggests products and ingredients that protect the skin (like sunscreen) but will also boost the production of both the collagen and elastin proteins our skin is losing. And though there are always in-office treatments to turn to, such as radio frequency and injectable fillers, you might find some improvement in the upcoming selection of products that dermatologists (including Murphy-Rose) recommended. The experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse the products ahead unless otherwise noted. RoC Board-certified and New York City-based dermatologist Dr. Brendan Camp suggests applying daily moisturizer that contains sunscreen. This is because the sun accelerates the aging process by breaking out collagen and elastin in our skin. Though Camp didn't recommend a specific sun-protective moisturizer, Dorado Dermatology's Dr. Julia Schwartz, a board-certified dermatologist based in Puerto Rico and dermatology advisor for Ro, likes RoC's five-in-one multi-correction cream which includes broad spectrum SPF 30 and happens to be one of the most affordable items on our list. It's a lightweight day cream packed with well-known hydrators like glycerin and shea butter, antioxidants like vitamin E and a complex claiming to firm skin. $26 at Amazon $25 at Target $30 at Ulta Target Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City, suggested this daily cream, also from RoC. The formula's secret notable ingredient is what the brand calls a Hexyl-R Complex, which is meant to target skin thinning, volume loss and the appearance of fine lines. The luxe cream also contains a bevy of seed oils and butters to nourish and deeply hydrate. $25 at Target $31+ at Amazon $25 at RoC StiVectin Schwartz recommended this well-known neck tightening cream by StriVectin, a targeted cream containing spilanthol, an ingredient meant to strengthen skin, along with a patented peptide that's exclusive to the brand. "Peptides are skin care ingredients that act as building blocks of proteins. Improving levels of collagen and elastin can combat skin laxity," Camp said. Additionally, this neck cream can help brighten and even skin tone, diminishing the appearance of sunspots. $15+ at Amazon $15+ at StriVectin $59+ at Ulta Amazon New York-based dermatologist Robyn Gmyrek previously suggested this affordable pro-retinol cream to HuffPost addressing the signs of aging on the neck. According to Gmyrek, this is a good option for anyone who wants to get the benefit of retinol — an ingredient that can promote collagen production — but is worried about experiencing irritation thanks to the inclusion of centella asiatica, a hydrating skin soother. $15 at Amazon $12 at Walmart $20 at Walgreens SkinStore Another peptide-infused formula approved by Camp is this daily cream that, in addition to a triple peptide blend, contains a 0.2% concentration of slow-release retinol, a time-honored ingredient that accelerates the skin's cellular turnover rate, promoting collagen production. Hydrating seed oils are supplemented with a 5% glaucine complex, a plant-derived ingredient that can support skin's natural resistance to premature aging. $136 at Dermstore Amazon Board-certified dermatologist and founder of SOM Aesthetics Dr. Saami Khalifian, previously said that some of his patients swear they can see their morning cleavage wrinkles disappear before their eyes with this product — a clinical cream formula by SkinMedica that targets signs of aging on the neck and chest, like sagging, and fine lines. "[It] has peptides that support the enrichment of the extracellular matrix, encouraging collagen production," Khalifian said. It also contains an antioxidant blend that can protect skin from free-radical damage and other extracts that are aimed at increasing thermal thickness, which can be great for those who want to treat thin crepey skin. $135 at Amazon $135 at Dermstore Amazon Kung also previously recommended this supercharged collagen-boosting serum formulated to make complexions dewy and plump so lines look less obvious and skin feels less dry. It uses a brand-exclusive 10% peptide complex as well as soothing aloe, collagen and hyaluronic acid, an tried-and-true humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin to keep it hydrated. $40 at Amazon $40 at Dēpology Amazon "Consider wearing a scarf or neck gaiter made of lightweight UPF fabric," Camp said. "Ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) fabrics provide protection by blocking the sun's rays. Sun scarves and neck gaiters can complement an SPF moisturizer."Based on his suggestion, we found this gender-neutral bandana made from a soft and cool UPF fabric blocks 98% of the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. It comes in four colors like black, apricot and white. $29 at Amazon Amazon Dr. Elaine F. Kung, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Future Bright Dermatology in New York, previously said that "UV exposure breaks down collagen and elastin in skin that help it stay tight and firm. Once these fibers break down, the skin can loosen, thin and wrinkle."Kung (along with several other dermatologists in the past) previously suggested this sunscreen from Elta MD, which according to him, can also shield skin from visible UV rays in overhead lighting because of its tinted zinc oxide- and octinoxate-based formula features SPF 46 along with high-purity niacinamide, a well-known anti-inflammatory that reduces redness and helps to restore damaged skin. $46 at Amazon $46 at Dermstore NeoStrata NeoStrata's Triple Firming neck cream, recommended by Schwartz, claims to target everything from uneven skin tone and texture to loss of elasticity underneath the chin, along the neck and along the décolletage. It features a pro-amino acid and neocitrate formula, an ingredient duo that works in tandem to target volume loss while a non-acid amino sugar tackles unwanted sun damage and discoloration. $88 at Dermstore $98 at NeoStrata Perricone MD Camp said that the ingredients in Perricone MD's cold plasma neck treatment target fine lines and laxity to improve the appearance of aging and crepey skin. The brand's innovative approach to skin firming can be found in this advanced and deeply nourishing moisturizer that features skin-plumping peptides, encapsulated caffeine and DMAE, a compound naturally produced in the brain that Perricone MD claims can lift and plump skin. $135+ at Ulta $135 at Perricone MD Amazon "Skincare Junkies Megadose face moisturizer combines antioxidant, anti-pollution, and anti-aging benefits into a silky lightweight moisturizer that won't clog pores," Murphy-Rose said of this dermatologist-developed cream. She explained that it contains a blend of coenzyme Q10, resveratrol, green tea and vitamin C — all of which work together to protect skin from premature skin aging and support collagen production. "Ceramides and hyaluronic acid in a seven-molecular-weight blend hydrate and plump [skin]," she added. Murphy-Rose recommends using this every morning as a daily moisturizer, along with sunscreen. $68 at Amazon Dermstore The product lineup from Revision Skincare has been brought to our attention before. Camp recommends the brand's Nectifirm firming neck treatment -- he said that it's formulated with peptides (five different ones to be exact), plant extracts, antioxidants to make neck skin look firmer and more targeted neck treatment also contains the famed antioxidants vitamin C and E, barley extracts for reducing skin dryness and roughness. $115 at Amazon $115 at Dermstore Skinbetter Science According to Murphy-Rose, this "neck-perfecting" cream contains a smart combination of hydroxy acids and a uniquely formulated form of vitamin A that's similar to retinol, but won't cause excess irritation. "It is a dermatologist favorite to boost collagen production, combat fine lines and improve tone and texture, and reverse hyperpigmentation," she said. You can also expect a whole host of ingredients that can improve the look and feel of skin from niacinamide, an faithful brightener, squalane, an emollient to help skin retain moisture and a targeted peptide to plump neck lines. $150 at Skinbetter Science These Silk Pillow Cases Can Help Prevent Premature Aging Of The Skin Reviewers Are Calling This $10 Wrinkle-Fighting Serum 'Literally Botox In A Bottle' TikTok Calls This Korean Serum 'Filler In A Bottle' — And It's Hiding In Plain Sight
