Before you spend your next paycheck on the latest (expensive) face serum, pause first and ask whether it’s a wise investment.
Sure, a high-profile celebrity might be promoting a beautifully branded moisturizer that promises youthful skin. But is another skin product the best way you can improve the appearance of your skin?
Spoiler alert: it’s not. There’s a much smarter option for improving your skin appearance.
If you haven’t heard of skin assessments before, here’s a guide to explain what a skin assessment is and why you need one.
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What Is a Skin Assessment?
A skin assessment is a physical examination of a patient’s skin by dermatologist. The analysis will look at the skin’s overall condition and check for specific skin conditions.
The examination will also obtain information on the patient’s skin history, past treatments, and current skincare routine, including the types of products the patient uses on the skin.
The skin dermatologist might also ask about related information, such as family history and broader medical information that might impact a skin condition.
What Types of Conditions Do Skin Assessments Examine?
A skin check is wide-ranging and thorough. Here is a list of some of the main features the dermatologist will be looking for:
Skin Color
During a skin assessment, the practitioner will look at all the various pigmentations in the skin, focusing on areas with a noticeable color difference or potentially bruising.
Moisture Levels
During a skin examination, a dermatologist will check the moisture levels in the skin. They will look at whether levels vary in different body areas and patches with too much moisture in the skin due to sweat.
Dry Skin Conditions
Dry skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema make up some of the most common skin complaints about adults. A skin assessment is an opportunity to identify dry patches and potential medical skin conditions.
Allergies
An allergy or an irritant (such as a skincare product, beauty product, or clothing) can occasionally cause chronic skin problems. The skin assessment will look for signs of a potential skin allergy.
Skin Cancer Assessment
Finally, a skin assessment is potentially life-saving, as it will give the dermatologist a chance to look for warning signs of potential early skin cancer growth.
Do I Need a Skin Assessment?
Most of us treat our skin using guesswork. We spot a problem, find a product with big claims, and get to work applying expensive creams to our face and body.
It is tempting, but it is trial and error. There are potentially hundreds of skin conditions and issues ranging from minor to severe. You need the expertise of a qualified dermatologist to spot problems and prescribe remedies.
Only once you identify the cause of your skin problems can you find a proper remedy. That means a targeted, scientific approach instead of trial and error.
Getting Your Skin in Perfect Condition
Beautiful, clear, smooth skin might seem like something exclusive to supermodels and Hollywood celebrities. Still, with the right expert help, it is something everyone can achieve.
It simply takes the specialist skin assessment from a dermatologist who can spot the problems and point you in the direction of the best skin remedies.
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