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Home · Skin

How to Achieve Flawless Skin this Winter

Make a plan to have clear, firm, flawless skin this year.

By Nykia D. Spradley · December 16, 2014October 27, 2020
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Firm + Smooth: Tools

At-home devices for lifting and tightening skin have come a long way, but the most powerful results are still achieved by a pro—so think of these gadgets as your maintenance plan. Talk to your derm before trying. “Darker skin is less forgiving. A mishap could result in a dark spot that is long-lasting,” says Brooke Jackson, M.D., associate professor of dermatology at UNC Chapel Hill.

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LED technology stimulates collagen. Revive Light Therapy Anti-Aging Treatment ($69, target.com)

Akos
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Firm + Smooth: Tools

This updated version allows your favorite products to penetrate the skin. Tria Age-Defying Laser ($495, triabeauty.com)

03
Firm + Smooth: Tools

One of the best at home microderm systems out there. PMD Personal Microderm ($179, personalmicroderm.com)

04
Firm + Smooth: Topicals

Everyone starts to show signs of facial volume loss in their mid-to-late thirties. “You may notice prominent smile lines, hollows under the eyes and sunken temples,” says Jackson. While some antiaging topicals take weeks to produce results, a new batch of creams and serums with ingredients like hyaluronic acid and peptides offer up immediate wrinkle relaxing and lifting effects. If you want to instantly look “filtered” these are your go-tos.

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This mask instantly smooths and tightens skin. Roloxin Lift ($110 for 10-pack, Bergdorf Goodman)

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Firm + Smooth: Topicals

Hyaluronic acid is absorbed into the skin to plump lines. Rodan + Fields Redefine Acute Care ($220 for 10, rodanandfields.com)

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Firm + Smooth: Topicals

A special peptide blend mimics Botox injections. Dr. Brandt Needles No More ($89, sephora.com)

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Brighten

Triple acid combo replenishes skin overnight. ProX by Olay Nightly Purifying Micro-Peel ($40, olay.com)

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Brighten

Mix with water to slough away dead skin Nude Skincare Detox Brightening Fizzy Powder Wash ($42, Sephora)

09
Brighten

Regular use of vitamin A improves texture and repairs skin. Arcona Advanced “A” Serum ($85, Nordstrom)

10
Brighten

Gentle exfoliants refine rough texture. Philosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar Moisturizer ($47, philosophy.com)

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Brighten

The essential oils treat and smooth the body African Botanics Detoxifying Salt & Sugar Body Scrub ($55, beauty.com)

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Brighten

It brightens your skin while you wash. Soap & Glory Vitamin C Facial Wash ($25, sephora.com)

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Brighten

Algae extract helps even skin tone of the body. Ahava Dead Sea Osmoter Body Concentrate Serum ($45, ahavaus.com)

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Brighten

This topical probiotic protects skin against the elements. Tula Illuminating Face Serum ($75, qvc.com)

15
Brighten

Use this eco-friendly remedy to clear discoloration. Paula’s Choice Resist Vitamin C Spot Treatment ($55, paulaschoice.com)

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Clear: Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is a great option, but be sure to consult a pro experienced with skin of color. At-home alternatives, specially designed to treat our skin, now offer virtually pro results. Keep in mind, “the cold of winter often causes drying, cracking and a buildup of dead cells on the surface of the skin, which can interfere with the laser’s ability to penetrate the skin and reach the hair follicle,” says Garrett Gause, M.D., medical director for Ideal Image Development Corp. Gently cleanse, exfoliate and moisturize your skin to get the optimal results.

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FOR THE GUYS Designed specifically for us, it delivers a close shave without ingrowns. Philips Norelco CareTouch ($60, Walmart)

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Clear: Hair Removal

It’s safe for skin of color and likely half the price of a pro session. Iluminage Touch ($445, Neiman Marcus)

18
Clear: Hair Removal

Try this compact version of a pro laser. Silk’n Glide ($199, silkn.com)

19
Clear: Acne

Pulsating silicone points unclog pores. Foreo Luna Mini Cleansing Brush ($139, Sephora)

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Clear: Acne

Enhanced salicylic acid fights blemishes. Glytone Acne Lotion ($28, dermstore.com)

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Clear: Acne

Battle acne with this prescriptiononly, benzoyl peroxide–free gel. Aczone (dapsone) Gel 5% (price varies, aczone.com)

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Clear: Acne

This charcoal soap delivers 2.5 times cleaner pores than a basic cleanser. Bioré Pore Penetrating Charcoal Bar ($6, Target)

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