Skincare Actives You Need...And What You Should Ditch!

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In this podcast, Dr. Purvisha Patel breaks down some key skincare tips, focusing on why things like SPF, retinoids, and ingredients like vitamin C and azelaic acid are so important. She also clears up some common skincare myths, explains the right way to layer products, and talks about why good formulations matter. Dr. Patel emphasizes how understanding the science behind skincare ingredients can help you get the best results.

The conversation then shifts to how estrogen can impact skincare, especially for women going through hormonal changes. She shares tips on exfoliation, debunks more skincare myths, and offers advice on how to pick the right products. Dr. Patel shares how important it is to know your skin type and how seeing a dermatologist for personalized advice can make all the difference.

Tune into this week's podcast to hear all about Dr. Patel's must-have skincare actives—who should use them, when, and her top tips for choosing products that really work for you. You won’t want to miss it!

KEY POINTS FROM THIS EPISODE

You need an SPF of greater than 30 daily.
Vitamin C can be deactivated by sunlight.
You want to put your products on from thinnest to thickest.
Incorporating estrogen cream can enhance skincare routines.
Estrogen aids in moisture retention and skin barrier repair.
Women are finally discussing the benefits of estrogen for skincare.
Exfoliation should be tailored to individual skin types.
Coconut oil may not be suitable for everyone due to its potential to harbor bacteria.
Understanding skin type is important for effective skincare.
SPF of greater than 30 is essential for daily protection.
Consulting a dermatologist can save time and money in skincare.
Not all popular skincare trends are suitable for every individual.

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ABOUT DR. PATEL

Dr. Purvisha Patel is a board-certified dermatologist, MOHS, and cosmetic surgeon, and the founder/owner of Advanced Dermatology and Skin Cancer Associates in Memphis, Tennessee, Arlington Tennessee, and Olive Branch Mississippi. While treating patients of all genders, ethnicities, and ages, Dr. Patel noticed a need for simple, safe, multi-use intentional skin care products that delivered results to be made available to the general public. She wanted to make the skincare routine simple, yet effective for more than one skin issue.

To the delight of her patients, friends, family, and the general public, Dr. Patel combined her dermatological expertise with her love of science and created Visha Skincare, a patented and US-made brand of skin care lines that can be used intentionally to address and treat multiple skin issues. Each product in the Visha Skincare line gives more than one result to address skin concerns from acne and hyperpigmentation to fine lines and cellulite in the Advanced Line, to stretch marks and melasma in the Mommy Line, and shave bumps and pandemic skin needs in the Fitness Line.

All Visha products are cost-effective and suitable for both women and men of all skin types.

Find Dr. Patel here:

WEBSITE: advanceddermatologymemphis.com

vishaskincare.com

IG: @drvisha

@vishaskincare