Health Q & A: Vitamin D, anti-wrinkle creams and how to score glowing skin
Monday, April 19, 2010
Want a summer glow? Start by washing off all that makeup.
Welcome to your health questions, answered.
In this section, SDNN and a range of local experts answer your burning health and wellness questions – everything from exercise, diet and fitness to health and body issues. We’ll crack the myths, correct the contradictory information and put truth into the hearsay that is so often a part of the wellness world.
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Answering this week’s questions, from Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, is medical director Mitchel Goldman.
Q. Because we live in sunny San Diego, do we really need to bother taking Vitamin D?
A. Mitchel says: Yes. New research has demonstrated that we should be supplementing our diets with 5,000 IU of Vitamin D each day. This is especially important if we are using sunscreen every day to prevent skin cancer and aging effects of the sun. Talk to your dermatologist to find out the optimal Vitamin D dose you should take.
Q. Do anti-wrinkle creams actually work?
A. Mitchel says: Yes and no. Most creams available without a doctor’s prescription contain hydrators which plump up the skin for a few hours. Other creams may contain some ingredients that may be beneficial, but the most effective creams are usually either prescribed by your dermatologist or are available in their offices.
Q. What are the secrets to glowing skin?
A. Mitchel says:
Tags: anti-wrinkle cream, cosmetic laser dermatology, dermatlology, glowing skin, Mitchel Goldman, SDNN, skin, skincare, sonicare, Vitamin D
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Comment by: Tracie Posted: April 20, 2010, 7:45 am
I would be careful with sunscreens. I would stay out in the sun only for a short time each day, and go in the shade before you start burning. Most sunscreens cause cancer. The ingredients they use are carcinogenic and will increase your risk of melanoma. Use sunscreens only when there is a big chance that you would sunburn, and not any other time. Here is an article that references some research about sunscreen and the deadliest skin cancer, melanoma. http://www.ewg.org/analysis/toxicsunscreen
The EWG also has a site, called Skin Deep, that is a cool resource on all cosmetics. It’s unbelievable how much damage we are doing to ourselves with the cancer causing toxins that we use every day.
http://www.cosmeticsdatabase.com/
Comment by: JC Posted: April 20, 2010, 9:22 am
Surprised at the recommendation of 5,000 IUs of Vitamin D. My doctor prescribed 2,000 IUs and it was my understanding that was the maximum amount of Vitamin D that anyone should use as more can cause a potential overdose.