Top New York-based dermatologist Dr. Eric Schweiger was recently in the Philippines to give Filipinas some skin care tips courtesy of Celeteque DermoScience.
Dr. Schweiger, an advocate of science-based beauty products, has been named Celeteque DermoScience’s new dermo skin care ambassador.
According to the renowned skin specialist, whose clients include high-profile women New Yorkers and Hollywood celebrities, skin care is at the forefront of his client’s cause of concerns. His advice would always be to use products that are dermo-based because they can actually make a difference on the skin.
“The concept is you put something on your skin that will not only make you look and feel good but also give you long lasting health benefits whether it’s anti-aging, anti-acne or sun protection,” Dr. Schweiger explained.
Schweiger, owner of the Schweiger Dermatology NYC and a member of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, defined dermo skin care or dermo-cosmetics as a specialized skin care category wherein skin care products have been infused with not only the efficacy of derma-grade ingredients but also the expertise of dermatologists.
Dermo skin care is a relatively new skin care concept that initially gained popularity in Europe and in the US. Asia is starting to get into this new beauty regimen.
“I partnered with Celeteque DermoScience because I believe in the products. I tried them myself and was impressed,” shared Dr. Schweiger. “Celeteque’s DermoScience’s advantage is that it takes a scientific approach, using derma-grade ingredients, testing to confirm product efficacy and consulting with leading dermatologists who understand Filipino skin.”
Celeteque DermoScience product manager Tina Sarmiento said the brand has always championed Science-based skin care products from the start. They are made for sensitive skin so that everyone can use them.
“It is our brand’s thrust to provide expert skin care to Filipinos,” Sarmiento stressed. “Celeteque DermoScience, aside from being customized for various skin issues and concerns, it offers solutions for specific areas of the face and body.”
Celeteque DermoScience has six lines of skin care products target specific skin problems: hydration, sun care, acne solutions, brightening, advanced anti-aging and restorative.
“The most important thing to remember about skin care is education,” Dr. Schweiger said. “The media, the clients and the patients should know that not all skin care products are created equal. You really want to look for dermo-grade, science-based products and know that you are putting on health products that will actually give your skin benefits more than just the feeling good.”
Clearing misconceptions
Offering more skin care tips, Schweiger said that there is no such thing as starting too early when taking care of the skin so long as you use products that are dermo-grade.
He advises using anti-aging products “as soon as you start seeing signs of aging like wrinkles and fine lines.” But he added that it is always better to use “preventive” treatments earlier for better results.
Surprisingly, Schweiger said, one of the biggest skin care misconceptions among patients is that drinking water can help moisturize the skin.
“Water does not hydrate the skin, only products that are applied externally (can),” Schweiger explained. “Use moisturizing creams or products because you can drink as much water as you want but it’s not going to affect your skin.”
For other skin care tips, Dr. Schweiger answers the following questions:
1) What concealer are you allowed to use if you have pimples or breakouts?
Use concealer that is oil-free, non-comedogenic.
2) How do you reduce sunspots?
There are many products that are designed to reduce sunspots but the most important one is sunscreen.
3) Do you need to put sun protection even when at home?
At home you are probably safe. But when you go outside, even if it’s cloudy, you really need to put on sun protection. The UVA and the UVB rays can penetrate the clouds. A lot of my patients tell me that they think they’re ok [without sunscreen on a cloudy]. But in reality they’re not.
4) How often should you put sunscreen in a day?
Every one to two hours if you are going to be exposed to the sun for a long period of time.
5) What’s the right sun protection level to use?
I recommend SPF 15 or 30 for daily moisturizer. But if you are going to the beach, it should be higher. Choose products that have both UVB and UVA ray protection.
6) How often should you exfoliate?
If you have a lot of whiteheads, blackheads, I would say once or twice a week.
Source:http://lifestyle.manilastandardtoday.com/2012/06/24/skin-care-tips-top-nyc-dermatologist/
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