A DERMATOLOGIST has revealed the must-try hacks she swears by for a youthful appearance. The age-defying expert said a dedicated beauty routine is necessary because skin gets “lazy” in your 30s. Dr. Azi went viral on TikTok after sharing the secret to reversing the signs of aging in your 30s Credit: tiktok/skinbydrazi Dr. Azi (@skinbydrazi) boasts almost 2 million followers on TikTok, where she shares skincare tips. The board-certified dermatologist, who is in her mid-40s, went viral on the
Social Media platform after revealing how to reverse the signs of aging. She applied her makeup as she spoke about how the loss of collagen and volume as well as hormonal changes affect skin in your 30s. She recommended wearing a broadspectrum tinted SPF daily to block visible light which can “degrade collagen.” Dr. Azi said people should also apply a vitamin C serum in the morning to repair any skin damage. She held up Hydratint BB SPF44 which costs $58 and Soothe HC cream for $43, both from AziMD skincare. She said exfoliating at least once a week becomes increasingly important as you age. The skincare whizz revealed retinol is best used at nighttime but should be skipped once a week in favor of glycolic acid. Most read in Hair & Beauty ‘You look 16’ people scream as 28-year-old reveals 8 anti-ageing tips she wished she’d known sooner According to Healthline, the “versatile” over-the-counter ingredient can improve skin cell turnover. Dermatologists recommend it for treating acne, age spots, hyperpigmentation, and skin roughness. There is less chance of irritation when using glycolic acid if you use a low-percentage formulation. Dr. Azi said she uses Drunk Elephant’s T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum, which is available for $65 from
Amazon. She suggested pairing it with a salicylic acid if you have acne-prone skin. She said wrinkles in the upper area of the face and smile lines can be stopped from becoming deep by starting Botox in your 30s. Dermatologist-approved anti-aging tips Dermatologist Dr. Brendan Camp shared his dermatologist-approved tips with The U.S. Sun. Stop using tanning beds. Don’t use sunscreen to contour your face. Wear driving gloves to protect your hands from the sun. He likes Coolibar Gannett UV Gloves UPF 50+, $15.99 to $39. Exercise, stick to a healthy diet, and get enough sleep. Don’t drink excessively or smoke. Lasers and micro-needling were also among the cosmetic treatments that she said can improve the appearance of skin. She warned people not to “overdo it” when restoring volume loss in the face. Thousands of viewers liked the video and took to the comment section to ask for further skincare advice. “Botox alternative suggestions?” one person asked. “Xeomin! Or retinol/ SPF if you don’t want injections,” Dr. Azi replied. “What about collagen powder drinks?” another quizzed. “It doesn’t hurt but it’s not a must as long as your diet is sufficient in protein,” she responded. “What retinol would you recommend for oily acne-prone skin?” a third asked. “Prescription tretinoin ideally, @SkinBetterScience has a great alpha-ret too,” Dr. Azi said. Dr. Azi said a broadspectrum tinted SPF daily can help prevent collagen loss Credit: AziMD Skincare Publisher