SKINCARE
WHERE
TO SPEND
Serums offer the highest
concentration of an active and
require sophisticated formulations
to penetrate deep into the skin, so
prepare to pay accordingly. Save
on cleansers which have fleeting
contact with skin.KNOW THE SKIN
YOU’RE IN
For skin health and cosmetic
issues, topical products will make
a huge difference. But seek
professional advice if your issues
fall into the medical category
(eczema, dermatitis, persisitant
acne, etc.). A professional
diagnosis and treatment plan
will fast-track results.BAKUCHIOL is a
plant-based ingredient
receiving praise for its
retinol-like results
without irritation.
It’s a worthy alternative
if retinol really doesn’t
suit your skin type,
but Dr Moss is hesitant
to deem it an all-star as
it doesn’t have the
decades-long research
that retinol boasts.
“The track record of
efficacy and safety
should be considered,”
he advises.FADE BROWN SPOTS
For unwanted freckles and sunspots,
Dr Philippa McCaffery, founder of
Clearskincare Clinics, recommends
zapping the spot with a targeted Q-Switch
laser, which she says will “shatter the
pigment and then the affected area
gradually flakes off”.
SMOOTH ACNE SCARRING
A series of Dermapen sessions may be your
best bet for treating uneven texture. The
micro-needling device creates tiny punctures
in the skin, delivering controlled injuries that
stimulate collagen and elastin production.
The result is a smoother, firmer complexion.REDUCE REDNESS
Red veins and broken capillaries can be
effectively targeted in one to three sittings
with a KTP laser. This laser is used to “seal
the blood vessels without harming the
surrounding tissues,” says Dr McCaffery.
“It’s a very popular treatment, especially for
the face or chest.”
CLEAR CONGESTION
To achieve breakout-free skin, look to
address sebaceous glands. Rather than
using harsh oral medications, Dr McCaffery
recommends her clinic’s signature drug-free
option. “Our Acne Treatment uses both tiny,
painless injections and heat energy LED
light therapy to target overactive sebaceous
glands, melting them away to stop the
congestion cycle,” she says. An ELLE staffer
experienced clearer skin after one session.
BOOST LUMINOSITY
Dr Hkeik administers Juvéderm Volite, an
injectable hyaluronic acid hydrator, into the
top layers of skin for long-lasting radiance.
“It immediately replenishes hydration and
elasticity to the face, lasting up to nine
months,” he explains. “Volite helps keep
your skin hydrated while you are busy living
your life.” Sign us up. EWords: Janna Johnson O’Toole. Hair: Candice Kelly. Makeup: Andrew Colvin.
Styling: Sheyna Imm. Photography: Sevak Babakhani (still-life)PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
AN EFFECTIVE
TOPICAL REGIMEN
IS NECESSARY
FOR MAINTAINING
DAY-TO-DAY SKIN
HEALTH, BUT
PRO-GRADE
TREATMENTS CAN
QUICKLY TARGET AND
TREAT SPECIFIC
ISSUES. HERE’S OUR
EXPERT GUIDE