94 percent of women were confused by the vast array of anti-aging treatments available both over the counter and by prescription.
Adding to this confusion is the fact that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t verify the claims made by cosmetics firms before they go on the market, although many people think that the agency does.
Talk to your primary care physician about your skin problems. He or she may refer you to a dermatologist who specializes in skin care (rather than, say, cosmetic surgery or specific skin diseases). A doctor may be helpful if you have acne, rosacea, or other skin problems that may need prescription medicine.
You may want to see a dermatologist if you’re entering menopause or using birth control pills, since hormonal fluctuations can affect the skin. They can give you personalized advice on a skin care regimen that works best for your particular skin type, says Kauvar.
Don’t be fooled by extravagant claims. If an anti-aging drug or product really did turn back the clock, we’d all be hearing about it. Dermatologists say there are only a
