Celebrities seem to have the best looking skin. However, what we see is often the result of digital enhancement, makeup and lighting. Most people are not born with the ability to have perfect skin.

Even though they can disguise their flaws, celebrities still make the effort to improve their skin. They are constantly photographed and scrutinized by the public. And many times, they are caught off guard. Plus, having nice skin is something anyone would want for their own personal satisfaction.

Celebrity skincare  is an area that requires a balanced approach across several areas. This includes:

  1. Working with a dermatologist. A dermatologist is able to work with deeper skin layers for better results. They use lasers and other tools to correct wrinkles, sun spots, volume loss in the face, acne and acne scars. Many celebrities work with a physician on a regular basis.
  2. Choosing the right products for moisturizing, cleansing and exfoliating the skin. Sometimes they use recommendations from their dermatologist. And they will also make decisions that simply feel right for them.
  3. Making healthy lifestyle choices. Although it may not seem obvious, celebrity skincare also involves eating a proper diet, getting enough sleep and exercise. Refraining from excessive amounts of alcohol and caffeine should also be considered by those who are serious about their health and skin.
Celebrity Skincare|Types of Procedures & Techniques

In celebrity skin care, dermatologists often correct issues physiologically. Products can help maintain the results.

PROCEDURES IN CELEBRITY SKINCARE

Celebrities like Kelly Ripa and Rachel Ray are very open about working with a dermatologist to keep their skin looking its very best.  There are different types of procedures that can be applied.

1) Radiesse

Radiesse is a dermal filler. It is made of a unique compound called calcium hydroxyapatite. This substance easily adapts to surrounding tissue areas. Doctors can use it for filling soft tissue such as nasolabial folds. It can also be injected into firmer areas to refine contours like: the nose bridge, cheekbones and chin.

2) Botox

Botox is probably the most recognized name in celebrity skin care. It treats wrinkles in the upper face which appear due to muscle contraction.

3) Juvederm

Juvederm is a soft tissue filler made of hyaluronic acid. It is ideal for restoring areas of volume loss and filling creases in the skin. Additionally it is a popular choice for lip enhancement treatments.

4) Restylane

Restylane is also a hyaluronic acid filler.  It is used much like Juvederm to fill wrinkles and add volume. Because it has a thicker consistency, Restylane can be used for objectives that require more precision.

5) Fraxel lasers

Fraxel lasers are used in celebrity skin care to help activate natural collagen building processes. These procedures are helpful for tightening the skin, reducing the appearance of lines, improving texture, removing sun spots and getting rid of acne scars. Two commonly used Fraxel systems include: Fraxel Repair and Fraxel Dual.

A WORD ON ACNE AND CELEBRITY SKIN CARE

Besides wrinkles, sagging and age spots, another skin issue that most people seek treatment for is acne. Most celebrities do not have acne free skin naturally. Although famous faces are often used to endorse over the counter acne products, this is simply a marketing tactic. The active ingredients (like benzoyl peroxide) are usually found in other brands as well. The messaging often implies that these celebrities got rid of their acne by using the product. But these items probably perform about the same as comparative brands for most people.

Acne treatments in celebrity skin care sometimes include oral retinoids. While many people have reported positive benefits from these prescription medications, these drugs do have the risk of serious complications.

A safer option to oral retinoids is the use of lasers. Lasers like Spectra work to decrease oil secretion, like prescription medications. The energy is focused on burning away the outer layer of sebaceous glands. This causes them to shrink and produce less oil.  The laser wavelength also kills bacteria which cause inflammation.  This is how acne scars develop.

Treating active acne is the first step. Acne scars can gradually improve with the help of Fraxel Dual since it promotes the development of normal collagen fibers.

FINAL NOTE

Even if you are not a celebrity, these skin care procedures are offered by many dermatologists. However, finding the right doctor is important. Be sure to choose someone with board certification. And see if they have before and after images (or videos) of actual patients for you to review.