Beauty and cosmetic dermatology
What makes a face attractive and why do we have the preferences we do?
Since the beginning of humanity, man has sought to define beauty. Whether by philosophy, mathematical constructs, social studies, or biology, the fascination with and the study of beauty has consumed our emotions and intellect. Averageness, symmetry and sex-specific traits have been associated with attractiveness. Recent studies are shaping a new reality of beauty, one founded on evolutionary and biologic findings that link our fascination with beauty to our reproductive success.
It is proposed that beauty can be external or internal or both. External or physical beauty is immediately visible. Internal or inner beauty is not always immediately visible. Ideally both types of beauty are connected. The dermatologist needs many clinical skills, including an understanding of psychology, when addressing skin-related problems - appearance-related problems in particular.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and cosmetic dermatology is the science of beauty.
Best wishes from Brazil!
Dr. Érica Monteiro
Cosmetic Dermatologist
www.dermatologia.com.br
