A plastic surgeon has shared the skincare routine he claimscan make you look 10 years younger - without going under the knife. Dr Matthew Nykiel explained the products you can incorporate into your skincare routine to help your skin glow and appear more youthful.
In a TikTok video, the doctor, known on social media as @socialplasticsurgeon, said: "The first thing is soap - you need a gentle facial cleanser with no perfumes and no dyes. The next is a toner that is pH-balanced and actually helps regulate the pH of your skin."
From there, he said people should use glycolic acid, retinoic acid and hydroquinone, adding that "the size of a pea" is enough when using prescription-grade products.
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He urged people to follow this with a lotion - again with no dyes or perfumes — to rehydrate the skin, before finishing with a good sunscreen to prevent UV damage.
He added: "That’s how you can remove three to five years."
In response, one user asked the plastic surgeon for a list of products to buy. Instead, he suggested: "The easiest way is to go to a medspa, plastic surgeon, or dermatologist and use a professional skincare line - Obagi or Image, for example."
Another user asked: "Should you use glycolic acid with retinol? I did once and my skin was so raw. I have to alternate, but I want to bump up my retinol use to every day."
In response, Dr Nykiel clarified: "Hold on - learning is great - but this MUST be done under an MD’s supervision. You could cause a serious burn or injury.
"Glycolic acid is used in the morning and Retin-A in the evening.
"Yes, glycolic acid and retinol can be used in the same skincare routine, but retinol should be started two to three times a week, depending on skin sensitivity."
Another user commented: "Hydroquinone — wow. You must live in the States, because everyone has banned it unless prescribed. It causes skin cancer."
Addressing the concern, Dr Nykiel responded: "All of these products should be used under MD supervision and prescription only."
Overall, Dr Nykiel urges people to consider updating their skincare routine - but stresses the importance of checking with a medical professional before introducing new products.
You can find a local dermatologist on the NHS's website.
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