5 Signs Your Skincare Routine Needs a Dermatologist's Touch

Is your skincare routine doing the trick, or are there lingering issues you’re unhappy with? Here’s how to tell if you might need a little assistance from your dermatologist.

You shower, exfoliate, and moisturize your skin regularly, but it’s still lacking that healthy glow you crave. It may be time to consult your dermatologist to see if they have any additional recommendations for your skincare routine.

At Leading Edge Dermatology, with locations in Plantation and Ft Lauderdale, Florida, dermatology specialists Dr. Elyse Julian, Dr. Benjamin Kahn, Alana Willis, PA-C, Natalia Prieto, PA-C, and Dr. Paloma Reiter offer cosmetic dermatology services that can help rejuvenate your skin, leaving you looking younger and fresher than ever.

5 signs of a skincare routine in need of professional help

Even if you’re spending extra time every day taking care of your skin, it still might not be enough. Here are some common signs that you might need your dermatologist’s help for truly healthy and nourished skin.

1. Dynamic wrinkles

Dynamic wrinkles are the ones that form when you make the same facial expressions over and over — like smiling, laughing, and frowning. Neuromodulators like Botox® and Dysport® can still the tiny muscles in your face that cause these lines, letting you keep your expressiveness without yielding to crows feet, laugh lines, or forehead wrinkles.

2. Static wrinkles

Static wrinkles are those caused by simple aging and sun damage, and include lines at the corners of your mouth, across your cheeks, and along your jaw and neck. Dermal fillers typically use hyaluronic acid (a substance made naturally by your body) to fill these fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother, younger look.

3. Sagging skin

Aging also causes a slowdown in the production of collagen, a protein that acts as scaffolding underneath your skin to help hold it up. Collagen stimulators like Sculptra® can help kickstart new collagen production, firming up your face and neck and making your skin smooth and elastic again.

4. Skin discoloration or imperfections

Sun damage contributes to an uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation. Skin conditions like rosacea can also cause redness or blotchiness. This can be particularly noticeable on the face, neck, and hands. Laser Genesis® treatment can help reduce the appearance of discoloration and even acne scars using the power of gentle, targeted micro-pulses of light.

5. Visible scalp spots

Hair loss is caused by a shutdown of follicles in your skin. This loss can be highly visible on your scalp, as dormant follicles start to leave bare patches. We provide hair and scalp rejuvenation to restore thinning hair and receding hairlines.

Skincare is healthcare

Skincare isn’t just for aesthetics; it’s also a way to care for your overall health. Your daily skincare routine should also include checking for unusual spots, marks, or moles. Getting a skin cancer screening after noticing an abnormality in your skin could potentially save your life.

Ready for healthier, more attractive skin? Contact the team at Leading Edge Dermatology. Visit our contact page to learn more about locations near you, or request an appointment online.