Why You Should Start Focusing on Cosmetic Dermatology Early

Over time, several factors influence your skin’s health and the visible signs of aging. Sun exposure, photodamage, environmental toxins, nutrition, skin care regimens, and a slowed production of collagen and elastin all contribute to the aging process.

When cosmetic procedures are done after significant changes have occurred, it often results in a dramatic change that may look unnatural. One of the significant benefits of focusing on cosmetic dermatology early is the ability to protect and maintain your youthful appearance so you are less likely to experience significant changes that may require more intensive cosmetic procedures to correct.

There are at least five reasons why you should start focusing on cosmetic dermatology early instead of waiting until you are in your fifties or sixties.

Prevention

Using medical-grade cosmetic dermatology products early can serve as a preventive measure to combat the signs of aging. These treatments can help maintain your skin’s smoothness and elasticity, which reduces the need for more invasive procedures later. Preventive care includes using SPF 30 sunscreen any time you are in the sun to prevent photo damage, including hyperpigmentation.

Healthier Skin

Early intervention encourages the treatment of minor skin issues before they become significant. For example, regular checkups and treatments can help manage acne, rosacea, and hyperpigmentation, leading to overall healthier skin. Another step to improve the health of your skin and reduce the potential need for invasive procedures in the future is to eat a balanced and nutritional diet that can help feed your skin from the inside out.

Long-Term Savings

Any time you address a problem early, you typically reduce the need for more complex or costly treatments in the future. Preventive skin care is usually less invasive and less expensive than a corrective procedure to address the visible signs of aging. At Natural Image OC, cosmetic surgeon and dermatologist Dr. Lenore Sikorski can address your current and potential cosmetic concerns using cosmetic and medical dermatological treatments to protect your skin and create a cost-effective and long-term strategy that can also protect your pocketbook.

Better Results

Any time you start cosmetic dermatology early, you experience better and more effective results. At a younger age, your skin has better tone and elasticity, which helps it recover and regenerate more quickly and more effectively. This enhances the results of cosmetic treatments and protects collagen and elastin protein molecules responsible for skin tone and elasticity. Better results mean fewer visible signs of aging as you grow older and fewer minimally invasive or invasive procedures will be needed to help you maintain the results.

Customized Care

Another reason why you should start focusing on cosmetic dermatology early is because it offers Dr. Sikorski the opportunity to develop a customized and personalized regimen tailored to your specific needs and skin type. This is far more effective than using over-the-counter products to maintain your skin’s tone, texture, and youthful appearance.

When Should You Start an Anti-Aging Routine?

It is important to start an anti-aging routine while you are still young and before you see any signs of aging on your skin.

The less care you provide your skin in your twenties and thirties, the greater the damage that appears when you reach your fifties and sixties. The field of cosmetic dermatology is growing and overlapping with medical treatments, enabling people to benefit from medical and cosmetic care necessary to maintain the health and anti-aging properties of their skin.

Decades of facial expressions, being out in the sun, and battling skin conditions can take their toll. To help prevent future skin issues, we recommend starting your anti-aging routine as early as your twenties.

Start Focusing on Cosmetic Dermatology Early at Natural Image OC

During your consultation with Dr. Sikorski, she will evaluate your skin type, discuss your current skin care regimen, and identify factors in your lifestyle that may potentially impact the appearance of visible lines and wrinkles as you age. Her expert, personalized recommendations will include a skin care regimen and lifestyle factors you can address to keep your skin healthy.

We encourage you to call our practice today and schedule a consultation with Dr. Sikorski to learn about the anti-aging steps you can take today that can produce healthier skin, better results, and long-term savings.