A member asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on improving skin health.

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

UV: UV light comes from fluorescent bulbs! Wear at least SPF 15 at work.

Answered 7/31/2014

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Dr. Ellen Turner answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ignore: Use a sunscreen daily with spf of 30 or higher regardless of skin type.

Answered 12/28/2015

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Ignore: Keep the skin clean and moisturized always. Hydration and use of sunscreen is key.

Answered 5/24/2014

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Dr. Ayyaz Shah answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Ignore: One should use sunscreens,moisturize and use a ph balance cleanser. Avoid foods with high sugar.

Answered 10/10/2015

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Avoid: Avoid using a straw. They increase the development of wrinkles around the mouth.

Answered 8/10/2014

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Ignore: Best to improve skin care from the inside out. Do this by improving your diet.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Ignore: Do not pick on dimples or moles, this can cause infections and scars.

Answered 11/12/2014

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Dr. Zoltan Erdos answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Do wear sunscreen. Do avoid prolonged sun exposure. Do keep an eye on moles and have provider eval.

Answered 1/16/2015

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Dr. Girish Kalva answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Eat an Orange daily .drink 6 glasses of pure water daily.sleep 8 hrs. Destress, laugh,skip tobacco.

Answered 1/22/2015

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Ignore: Keep well hydrated, spf >30, keep moisturized, avoid overdrying soaps, keep covered as best possible.

Answered 1/23/2015

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Ignore: For better skin health avoid smoking and remain well hydrated.

Answered 2/1/2015

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Ignore: Drink plenty of water And avoid sodas, include fruits and veggie in your diet. spf 30 face cream.

Answered 2/3/2015

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Dont go in tanning beds, use SPF 30 as much as possible in sun exposed areas, moisturize daily.

Answered 2/13/2015

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Dr. Dennis Miller answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

Ignore: Regular use of retinol creams or serums for facial rejuvenation.

Answered 4/2/2015

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