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I started to take care of my skin at the age 14 and everybody said it’s too early. I haven’t ever stopped doing it and now at my 51 I am actually happy with my face.

1. Using luxury moisturiser 2.Avoiding retinol 3.Only using spf with makeup 4.Getting laser as your only skincare 5.Being inconsistent with skincare 6.Over exfoliate 7.Using spf inconsistent 8.Using foaming cleanser 9.Missing out on vitamin c 10.Not using moisturizer because of oily skin

My mother would not allow me to wear make-up until I had spent 12 months establishing a skincare regime. I was 13 when I started. I am now 64 and I am forever grateful for her setting me on that path.

I started day/night routine about 3 years ago, using glycolic acid and vitamin C +moisturizer and sunscreen every day, and at night niacinamide and retinol +moisturizer. I swear, my skin hasn’t been that healthy and young 10 years ago! Consistency is the secret!

I'm glad to hear a plastic surgeon talking skin care instead of only plastic surgery. I agree with everything you are saying. Consistent skin care is the key to noce skin. BTW, you and your wife a beautiful couple together.

I started in 5th grade- I'm 48 now and often mistaken to be in my early 30's. Good diet+skin care= minimal signs of aging

34 years old, starting to see a little bit of aging; but I have been so overwhelmed with where to start. Thank you for this perfect, honest breakdown!!

My mom taught me from a young age to take care of my skin so it comes natural to me to do it. Thanks mom!

I have to say I don’t comment a lot, but I do appreciate a doctor that talks about skin care and not just an easy fix surgical procedure ,that is to be respected not many do that.

This is profound info, and the key is consistently and discipline, there is no magic pill or shortcut to natural beauty 💙

sobbing quietly watching this after just applying my la mer cream moisturizer.

One extra tip! After putting on sunscreen on your face, also put in on the back of your hands, to prevent aging and spots 😊 this was really educational thanks ☺️ many greetings from Belgium 🇧🇪

I learned about sunblock in the '60's and have been utterly faithful to using it, even if I don't leave the house. Good skin care, diet, exercise like Pilates, and at 77, i look like I'm in my 50's. Discipline abd consistency!

I agree with everything except #8. Not everyone suits a non-foaming cleanser. I’m one of those people. My skin cleared up after using a foaming one, and I've never looked back. However, I only use the cleanser at night; in the morning, I simply use water to wash away excess oil.

Some of the best advice I've ever gotten is, "take care of your skin clean & use moisturizer every day!" I got this advice at the age of 20 from a 93 year old nurse who looked like she was 70 & I listened! Thankfully I did..... I have been told I look younger than I am ❤

My mother has never used any creams. All she does is wash her face with a natural soap and uses extra virgin Olive oil on her skin at night. Her skin looks beautiful. Strangers always think she’s my older sister!! 💯💜

Thank you for this video. It’s refreshing to see a Plastic Surgeon vs a Dermatologist addressing this topic.

I had terrible skin up until my late 20s. We are talking acne, oily t-zone, dry everywhere else and redness. Ugh, it was miserable. Then, I started using a daily retinol serum, moisturizer, and sunscreen, and stopped using drying agents like salicylcic acid and oily skin products. I eventually started using an oil cleanse, and a modified Korean skincare routine which incudes much of what you mentioned here. I eat a very clean diet free of processed foods, added sugars, etc, and significantly increased my hydration. I also exercise 4-5 days per week. My skin is now acne free, even toned, glowing and youthful. People often mistake me for someone 10 years younger, or simply have told me "Girl, you don't age!" I guess my point is, it's true: You are what you eat, beauty comes from within, and skincare is super important! Thank you for your videos!!😊

I hate topical vitamin C. It itches so bad and smells awful. But I do eat vitamin C rich foods every 6 hours.

I have ALWAYS struggled with my skin. I mean ALWAYS! It wasn’t up until the lockdown that I learned what my skin needed. My go to moisturizer is Cerave. I use a gentle cleanser, and a moisturizer for daytime along with vitamin c & hyaluronic acid, a good hydrating eye cream & Cerave mineral sunscreen works great on my brown skin. At night I use a hydrating foaming cleanser, retinol, hyaluronic acid & nighttime eye cream with peptides & a night cream with niacinamide & peptides. I just incorporated a snail mucin into my regime at night & my pores are so small. I’m 37 & my skin has NEVER looked this good. My skin is clear, even, youthful & glowy. Ppl mistake me for having on makeup. I barely wear makeup now. I do my brows, throw on some lip gloss & lashes & I’m good

I appreciate you have your own skincare line, but a video where you highlight the best OTC skincare products that address all the key elements you mention would be very helpful

Actually for skin care that people don’t do is having a good healthy diet. I’m diabetic and I really noticed my skin deteriorating when my sugar is very high

Retinol has been a game changer for my skin with added hyaluronic acid. I feel confident without makeup at last.

Could you give us an example of a good skin care routine for morning and night please ? Like : first cleansing then this then that… thank you :)

I've been trying to perfect a skincare routine for about 8 years, and I've finally settled on one that gives me visible and consistent results. AM: rotate l-ascorbic acid serum with copper peptides, followed by urea based HA serum, probiotic facial mist, NIOD Modulating Glucosides, cica cream, sun block. PM: Retin-A and l-ascorbic acid serum. My skin is radiant, balanced and plump. I can't recommend this type of routine enough.

I used to buy really cheap facial cream, but it made me break out really bad. I’ve switched to an expensive facial and it’s working to keep my skin feeling good, and acne free.

I am so pleased I found your videos. It’s not often you find a plastic surgeon who is so honest and guides us into skin care. I’ve been really looking after my skin since I was 14yrs thanks to my grandmother and mother and now at 74yrs my skin is quite good considering Australia has the worse extremes in weather. 😊💕

Thank you for such an informative and sensible tutorial/video!! You've certainly made me feel very comfortable that I'm doing all the right things for my skin. At 70, I have very few wrinkles, and the ones I do have are very fine. Living in the sub-tropics on the east coast of Australia, it's very easy to go without a good SPF, but I've used it in my regular morning routine for the last 10 years, plus the Retin-A cream in my evening routine, along with Hyaluronic acid serum, Vitamin C serum and a morning moisturiser, and a different one in my evening routine. I use water and a face cloth when I shower to wash my face, and a cucumber & micellar cleansing tonic just before applying my hyaluronic acid serum to give it a moist base so that it doesn't draw out the moisture from my skin. The only two changes I make to my morning & evening routines is the Retin-A at night, and the SPF in the morning. Everything else remains the same. I also use a Dermaroller a couple of times a week, and my Led mask on the red light setting, as often as I remember to use it! I've also found that using a mask on a weekly basis, as well as 'face-shaving' weekly to assist in the removal of dead skin cells on the surface. I have a palsy that has also altered the shape of my jaw because of the muscle damage in my tongue as well, due to a neurological disease. However, I decided that even though I wasn't able to have threads lifts, I'd do the next best thing that I did have some control over, and that was to take care of my skin. Sadly, this isn't always enough for some people though, as about 10 years ago, within a fortnight, two total strangers ask me if I'd had a stroke! Those comments made me so self-conscious that I've been a recluse and social introvert since then and I now only go out when essential now. I could beat paralysis several times from a young age, but I can't beat the ignorance of some people. I may not be able to do anything about the facial droop, but I'm doing the best I can with what I have! RETIN-A QUERY: I've never had any reaction to the Retin-A cream, but perhaps it was because my doctor started me on the .025 and has only recently increased it to 0.05 as the 0.025 has become unavailable to source by my pharmacist here in Australia. Even with the increased strength, I've still not experienced any negative reactions to it. I'm keen to know about how often &/or when you and your wife use the Retin-A cream, and what strength, as the photographs of both your wife and you on the beach showed that you both have excellent skin! I noticed that you mentioned that your wife uses the Retin-A in the mornings and that she uses her SPF and face cover in her morning walks. Is there a particular reason that she doesn't use it in her evening routine instead, or does she use it both morning and evening?

It is a hugely gross overstatement to say foaming cleansers are abrasive, damaging, etc. There are so many out there that are gentle, pH balanced, etc. Especially in this day and age, and with K-beauty being more available. Non foaming cleansers may even have the same surfactants as a foaming cleanser. Also foaming cleansers are the complete opposite pore-clogging. It Is rather creamy cleaners that are much more likely to cause this. Some of us have skin that responds well only to foaming cleansers. Other kinds just do not work and result in acne or other skin issues. Let’s not make the topic of cleansing more stressful than it is by saying you are causing damage to your skin by using a foaming cleanser. I bought into that a long time ago and it really was such a waste of time. It’s really just so personal. Not a one size fits all thing.

One of this channel's best videos. Filled in a lot of gaps.

I'm from Zambia 🇿🇲 Dr I like the fact that you always come out open you tell the truth. Continue with your GOOD WORK. Thank you.

Wow I’m very happy with my skincare routine because everything he recommends I have been following since my teenage days now I’m 33 and I know I’m still young and youthful but my skin looks better than when I was 20

I'm not in the USA. Our climate can be brutal on skin. I use retinol ever two to three nights a week. I use a Vit C hydra topical liquid every morning and opposite nights I moisturize with argan or on fridged nights a natural balm with oil. I added a bovine collaghn powder months ago in my morning cuppa. One note to share to readers. Before stressing over puffy or double chin, get your T3 tested. Whats happening in your neck is not always aging.

Thank you for taking the time to make these videos! Much appreciated! 😊

I agree with the expensive moisturizers. I went to a specialty olive oil store, got the large 20 oz bottle and had them add Bergomot to the oil. Now I have the best smelling oil for body, hair, and face. Olive oil is a little acidic and really helps your face to glow. And, no you do not look greasy because you rub it into your hands first, then pat your face, rake your fingers through your hair. Even my husband uses it on his shaved head~ and it smells marvelous. Lasts about 4-6 months for less than 45 USD for two people. That is the best deal in town. Luv you Dr. K and crew~ From Minnesota

These are great tips. I can't tell you how many times my co-workers have laughed at me for reapplying sunscreen before I go home when it's raining or cloudy outside.

What a beautiful couple! Thank you Dr Karam. I'm 68 and have benefited greatly from your advice. God bless!

Your skin is flawless Dr. Karam! 😊 Thank you for the information.

Thank you for addressing the oral vitamin C component of collagen production. I'm an RN and I learned this in my undergrad biochemistry class.

I stopped my skincare routine with retinol when I was suffering significant depression. My acne returned and I felt rubbish. Now I’m back on 🎉meds and cleaning and applying retinol again skin improving😊

I love your channel I’m learning so much! I’ve been using sunblock since 17, added Vitamin C and retinol in my late 20s and my skin has never looked better. Consistency is key!

I agree with most of the things the Dr is saying, however, some of his suggestions, like using Vitamin C, exfoliants and retinol can wreck havoc on sensitive skin. I’m disappointed that the Dr did not mention to be cautious when using certain products and if you have certain skin concerns or conditions to seek medical treatment or consult a board certified dermatologist. Skincare must be individualized for your skin type and keep it simple, cleanse, moisturize, spf.

Salicylic Acid cleanser, and a Korean spf 50 sunblock as a moisturizer in the AM. I added a AHA & BHA toner 3x a week recently. Oil cleanser and Vanicream bar soap (double cleanse), Retinoid serum or Korean dark spot serum in the PM. A plain cream over serum in the winter. I plan to stick to this routine. At 64, I look 50. Been wearing sunscreen since I was 30.

Valuable info! 👏🏽 Just a little reminder to my ladies out there planning to be moms, “Don’t use retinol when you’re pregnant!” It’s teratogenic.

Thank you for your videos. I'm not only learning from them, but feel a bit more comfortable with certain products. Can you do a video on aging hands and skin care, please?

I use Cera VE moisturiser and it is amazing! Dermatologist approved. Thanks for debunking the myth of expensive creams

i'd like a source on that foaming cleanser stuff, because youre the first dermatologist i hear saying that the foam in foaming cleansers is abrasive on the skin, meaning harsher, when other sources that i trust more say that whether a cleanser is harsher/gentler is completely independent of foaminess

If you want great skin you have to start from the inside out, take silica gel, apply castor oil to skin( must be cold pressed organic castor oil) drink water daily. Castor oil is also great on the feet at night time then put socks on, it softens dry feet, it softens the face and helps with wrinkles and it's all very cheap to do. I am 53 with no skin wrinkles, no acne, i always had clear skin. I don't wear makeup. Stop using harsh face cleaners we were never meant to have them on our skin. I wash my face with a hot cloth no soap then once wiped down i apply a cold cloth to remove the castor oil from the night before. Did you know castor oil is good for acne?

I put on clear sunscreen on first ,, then I put my tinted sunscreen on next. My favorites are dermatology and elta MD

This is really good advice! I learned new things, so I’m not buying the foaming cleanser anymore, and although my skin is not oily, I didn’t know you need to moisturize oily skin anyway. I do take care of my skin, ( my sunscreen has mostly been in my foundation 😮), but, I have to say, genetics and lifestyle have so much to do with the way your skin looks. I’m almost 63, and I really don’t have any wrinkles, even very little around my eyes. My mom passed in her mid 80’s, and she had absolutely beautiful, plump skin. One thing for sure, we stayed out of the sun! I absolutely love Dr. Karam’s videos!

I'm 67 and used Retinol & past 2yrs changed to Retinoid with no redness for 30yrs and sunscreen everyday & l barely use makeup & l use sunscreen also.. my neck is starting to wrinkle sagging slightly my face is firm & looking into a mid lift so Retinol - Retinoid - sunscreen has saved my face from less aging but we can't stop aging completely.

I’ve been using tretinoin and sunscreen since my 20’s and will continue to use them for life

Thank You Dr. Karam. Your honest & transparent advice is priceless. I've learned so much from you! 💜🙏💜

Can you do a video for women who are trying to or are pregnant? The discipline portion on this video killed me as I’ve had to cut out all my retinols for the past 2 years and I’d got to such a good place with prescription strength retinols before this unavoidable break 😭

I very much dislike and distrust celebrities recommending or following their skin care recommendations!! I really appreciate a doctor truly educating us about skin and proper skin care!!! I am Mexican are naturally tanned therefore I always avoid the sun. Everyone tells me that I look really young. Now, I see why.

I was about to change my Ceravé hydrating cleanser for a foaming one. I’m glad I saw this.

This is so true!! The key is being consistent!! I’m 36 and people always say I look like 30 🥰

I’m in my early 50s. I agree 100% with the information. I am a living testament of retinA. I’ve been using it since i was a teenager.

the foaming cleanser part was the most shocking one! changing mine today!

Can you make a video about Hailey Rhodes skin care products? 🥰

I've been trying to take care of my skin. My mom is 71 and has no wrinkles. I am in my 50s and people think I am in my 30s. I don't have wrinkles but I see my skin saggy. I just started with retin A for skin texture.

I’ve watched a couple of your videos but subscribed today in no small part to your thoroughness. Explaining skincare can be difficult but you made it easy to understand. Fortunately I’ve been using retinol and Vitamin C, exfoliates, and sunscreen for decades now. It’s a habit that’s paid off to this 60+ year old!

Since I was a baby my mom slathered spf on me. Involved in outdoor sports; sunscreen. Always sunscreen. When I got into makeup; mainly bb cream, I still applied spf before it. I always wear sunscreen no matter what. Everyday, all day. I’m turning 30 next month and people mistakenly think I’m 19. Even my tattoos, sunscreen. Thank you for sharing this information; I’m sowing this to my coworkers who are younger than myself so they can take even better care of their skin ☺️

I’m guilty of an inconsistent routine lately bc I don’t wear makeup much. My rationale is that I have nothing to clean off. I use moisturizers am and pm. 🤷‍♀️

I heard you - and then another doctor as well - advise against foaming cleansers. Neither of you elaborated so I'm glad you addressed that and I am going to kick the habit. However, I wondered then as I wonder now, what is wrong with a cream cleanser? You're such a gem! Thank you for everything. Namaste

I began to have acne as a teenager which forced me to learn early how to care for my skin. I have about 20 things in rotation to take care of my skin. I am often mistaken for being about 15 years younger than I am. His advice is gold. I learned a couple of new tips, too! Thx!

I am a new subscriber. Your videos are illuminating (double entendre intended), Dr. Karam. I would add to the list of “Do’s,” two things: first, DO use water that is no hotter than gently warm when washing the skin (corollary - do NOT use hot water), and second, DO make sure to massage the products applied to the skin longer than you think sufficient, because sufficient isn’t really enough to make sure the product is “pushed” gently into the lower dermis. This last thing, apart from the two above, applies if one is using makeup after the moisturizer(C, retinal, hyaluronic, etc. routine), and that is DO wait at least 10-15 minutes for the skin prep to settle in before slathering on foundation, or blush, or bronzer, or powder, etc.

Drugstore skin care products now contain actives which is a huge step.

Ich benutze die komplette Creme de la mer Serie seit ein paar Jahren. Ich werde dieses Jahr 60Jahre. Meine Haut ist straff und feinporig. Ist jeden Cent wert ❤

I use sunblock on a beach only and I do have a beatiful skin with minimal amount of wrinkles. Our skin needs some natural vit.D. I have never tanned like crazy though, never smoked. Our skin benefits from a healthy way of life. To me to wear a sunscreen when inside, or on a gloomy, rainy day means to apply more not needed chemicals to my skin.

#4 is so important!! And most people don’t understand this 🙌🏼🙌🏼

I really would like to know how to pick a good quality sunscreen. The dos and don'ts of picking sunscreen.

definitely agree with these. the importance of sunscreen cannot be overstated. i’m curious why you specifically recommend mineral over chemical sunscreens though 🤔

You should mention wearing crappy makeup. Jane Iredale is a good line and can be worn over skin procedures like Laser. It is antimicrobial, contains vitamins, skin boosting ingredients and the spf foundations do have sufficient spf.

Omg the foaming cleanser part caught me off guard. I thought i was doing so well because i checked everything else on the list. And i do have large pores😬 i always wondered why!!! Now i know. I’m very grateful for your video🙏 I hope it’s not too late.

When I was 40, I still looked like I was in my late 20's or early 30's. Then, all of a sudden, by 45, I started aging rapidly. I am 47 now and think it was perimenopause. I got on HRT and have been taking better care of my skin. I also just started tretinoin. I've always been pretty good about moisturizer and started using daily sunblock on my face when I was 30. I would love to reverse some of this aging, but I'll be happy to just slow it down. So far, so good. I dont have wrinkles. I just have big pores ( I never had much acne) and tear trough hollows/eye bags and hooded eyes.

Dr. Karam can you please address any substantial differences in skincare and professional treatments for brown and black skin vs. light skin? I'm mixed black and white be and have a fear of ruining my melanin and getting white patches. That's why I don't do retinol and am scared to do lasers. I've seen sun induced light patches on black people and would be devastated if I triggered this via skincare.

My most favorite moisturizer of all time is my pink bottle of Kikumasamune from Daiso, cost me less than a small meal and lasted me over a year for a single bottle. It absorbs into my skin so fast, makes my skin feel plump. Sometimes I have severe dry scalp problem. I even press some of this onto my scalp (after gentle scrubbing in the shower to loosen the flakes) and it makes my scalp turn from sahara floor, into healthy and pliant. Warning: it is not vegan

Although most of us know all this, Thank you for posting this video because it's a good reminder and all of us keep forgetting these things

Soooo true. I loved the tips, The way you explain and how realistic you are about things not be Better but just expensivier sometimes is soo true! I showed my brother 2 pics of me, one from Last month (using retinol) and one from 6 years ago (never used) and asked in which one I was younger, He tought it was in The last month one I was younger 😂😂😂

You’re 100% right. I got fractional laser twice at the time I didn’t know how to use retinoid and didn’t know which products suit my skin so I broke out a lot after the lasers from the purge and using thick creams therefore got more pigment and scarring but now I know better

I’m very glad i was able to skip about 8 of these because I actually do those…

I will be 80 this year and people never believe this is my age. I am of Italian ancestry and I’ve been using Cerave products from Walmart. And use makeup from Revlon and lots of vitamin C Serum. Eat on ketogenic diet (more vegetables than animal products). Best vegetable: beets, sweet potatoes, broccoli, arugula, fresh blueberries, spinach leaves-study with Mark Hyman, md, Dale Bredeson, md, Steven Gundry, md - functional medicine: Food Is Medicine‼️. This video is great. ♥️

I love skin school-Thank you for the valuable information ❤

Im only 24, but I've been using the Vanicream facial cream for a few years and it's my go to. Every time I use something fancy and expensive I hate it because my Vanicream beats its every time! lol, ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid! Love that little tube hahaha

Been doing Danielle Collins face yoga...I disagree there is nothing you can do but surgery when face structure "sags"...face yoga has made significant difference for me in tone of face & quality of my skin!

I’m a72 year old beauty therapist and you say don’t use expensive products but I notice you have a box with a Tom Ford label.That doesn’t come cheap.

Most interesting and complete information come from your videos Questions: Do you accept patients that had a blepharoplasty by another surgeon? While saving for surgery which is the best solution, can patient do some botox and neck support fillers? My advice to all younger people start to save early for blepharoplasty and vertical restore because that is the path.

Also drinking lots of water cutting out on alcohol and makes a huge difference. I feel it naturally plumps my skin

I used to use those Biore pore strips to deep clean pores on the bridge of my nose. Since I started using the Trifecta and Polish, I no longer need them. The Rinse does it better! Also, I would like to know more about chemical peels, please. Thank you Dr. Karam.

Question: What is the ideal regimen for the eye area? also what is the best way to remove eye makeup gently and effectively?

I have it !also if u can’t shower without ur stuff . Use what goes in to the skin to your hair . Get it ? Shower with what? - Basic knowledge you need to tell your girl to know. And if she is on another hot spot she can take care with her hair rutine. Depend on who you stylist is ofc👏❤️‍🔥

YES you don't need your glasses because you were right 😊 it's very pretty! Love the pink almost clear blush stick. Looked as though it would be horrendously pink but was very pretty

Thanks for sharing, you have been very helpful can you make a video about safe procedure for skin of color, I have brown but I’m scared of peeling or laser because of the hyperpigmentation.

Thank you for educating us. I have learned a lot from your channel.

In recent studies Vitamin C intake was significantly related to the risk of breast cancer.

Thanks for the info! I only wash my face with water in the AM, and only my eyes. If I went to sleep with a clean face I don’t see a reason to clean it further.😊

Thank you for another helpful video. I 100% agree with you regarding moisturizers. I use CeraVe and it works great for both my husband and I.

Thanks Dr. Karam. Looking good starts with good information. Always appreciate what you teach us.