Anti-aging options for a young woman?

Anti-aging options for a young woman?

I'm 24 years old, but as I am obsessed with my looks, I am looking to find ways to stay looking young. Should I get a mini face lift now or only Botox?

What is the best option for a 24 year old who is beginning to see SLIGHT signs of aging, besides creams. I feel like my nasolabial folds are bothering me the most, and I feel I'm starting to get them because of my constant dieting and losing/gaining weight in my face.

I used to have chubby cheeks when I was younger but as I got older they went down. If I get Botox or some kind of filler, I don't want to look like I have chubby cheeks again, but if I get a Face lift and pull them back would I look overdone?

ANSWER:

An individualized approach is best

At 24, I would consider you pretty young for most cosmetic procedures, although I totally understand that you want to look your best and continue to do so for years to come. So, for right now, I would do minimally invasive treatments such as Botox, IPL, light chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and Retin-A/sunscreen. Without seeing you personally, it would be hard to suggest juvederm or any other filler for the nasolabial folds, although if indicated, this should be a fine treatment as well.

I'm a big proponent of Botox used to prevent wrinkles, so that would be an excellent first line choice. Doing sunscreen every morning will also preserve and moisturize your skin and prevent sundamage. Retin-A is a proven wrinkle reducer / preventer that would be an excellent choice every night. Doing glycolic acid 30% peels +/- microdermabrasion should be very helpful in giving your skin a nice glow. IPL can be done if you have some freckling or signs of sun damage. Other procedures, such as Fraxel, are more likely needed if you have fine texture abnormalities or acne scarring to repair.

A face lift at 24 would be hard to recommend, and fillers must be recommended only if indicated when you are officially evaluated.

Answer by Don Mehrabi, MD
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Does Latisse work better than Revitalash?

Does Latisse work better than Revitalash?

Does Latisse work better than Revitalash? I still have a lot of Revitalash left, and I'm not sure if it's worth if for me to switch to Latisse...

ANSWER:

Both will work, but Latisse has studies showing proven results

Revitalash works well for many people. Reviatalash's new formulation has a different ingredient than bimatoprost, but it is still a prostaglandin-related analog that has the same side effect of growing hair. They had to change their formulation within the last year, but it is still effective and the results can be dramatic. However, this is labelled as a cosmetic by the FDA, not as a drug; therefore, studies to prove consistent results haven't been done to the best of my knowledge.

Latisse has the same ingredient as the glaucoma drug, Lumigan (made by Allergan). This medication has been extensively studied and the effects on eyelash growth, fullness, and thickness studied. This medication has been proven to predictably and reliably grow eyelashes in approximately 80% of people using it. It is FDA approved, and you won't be able to get it without a prescription from your doctor.

If you have revitalash, and it works for you, there is no need to go get Latisse. But, if the Revitalash you have is not giving you any results, it may be worthwhile to try Latisse when it's released.

Answer by Don Mehrabi, MD
Board Certified Dermatologist, Beverly Hills Dermatologist

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