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Island Glow: Skincare in the Caribbean
Hello from the Cayman Islands!
As a cosmetic doctor new to these stunning shores, I've been captivated not only by the breathtaking beauty of the islands, but also by the rich traditions of natural skincare deeply rooted in Caribbean culture.
This stunning, lush landscape offers an abundance of treasures that have been nurturing skin for generations.
Let's dive into some of the time-tested ingredients that contribute to that radiant "island glow."
Teenagers and Skincare
Tweens and teenagers are diving headfirst into the skincare scene. They’re flocking to beauty counters with their enthusiasm for elaborate 10-step routines once reserved for adults. But behind the glossy facade of 'Sephora kids' and their viral TikTok skincare sagas lies a problem.
What are Exosomes?
You might have heard buzz around the new vehicle taking the aesthetics and regenerative medicine world by storm. Exosomes are being touted as the “next big thing.” But what exactly are they, and what do we know about how they work?
What is Skin Flooding?
If you’re interested in skincare, you have to acknowledge the power of a TikTok trend. Let’s be honest, TikTok is a mixed bag of good, bad, and terrible advice, but if you want to keep up-to-date on what’s happening in skincare you will see it first on social media.
The latest trend is called “skin flooding,” and it is all about hydration, hydration, hydration.
Let’s explore.
The Truth About Blue Light and Your Skin
Every time I turn around there seems to be a new skincare trend - and while there is nothing wrong with that in itself, sometimes a lot of these “trends” gain traction because they tap into a bit of old-fashioned scare-mongering. One of the topics that has gained a lot of attention the past few years, particularly because of lock-down and our increased use of screen time, is of the dangers of blue light.
So how worried should you really be, and how vigilantly do you need to protect your skin?
The concept of “Instagram face” is not a new one, but has received more recent attention as Meta has banned filters that encourage plastic surgery. Awareness of the role that social media and photo editing plays in aesthetic medicine is incredibly important for both clinicians and patients. The influence of social media can be incredibly negative, and it means it’s more important than ever to navigate between good, ethical medical practice versus “selling” cosmetic procedures.