Well, Hello Again!
Hi, I am Dr. Esperanza C. Welsh from Monterrey, Mexico. I have been using the Baumann Skin type solution for the past 4 years since my training at the Department of Dermatology at the University of Miami where I did my Dermatology residency under the supervision of Dr. Leslie Baumann. After 6 years of medical school and 4 years of my dermatology residency, I spent two more years in the United States learning more about the skin. During this time, I did two fellowships: one in dermatopathology (studying the skin under the microscope lens) and then a year dedicated to the study of Cosmetic Dermatology with Dr. Baumann. She taught me all the science and secrets pertaining to skin appearance and how to make and keep your skin looking great! Here we will share the science and secrets with you, so your skin looks its best!

The skin type solution works for EVERYONE. Yes everyone…. it doesn’t matter if you are white or black, latino or asian. It works for every skin type. I use the Baumann Skin Typing System in my dermatology practice in Mexico. It is very simple. You just answer the questionnaire and then you will end up with four letters to describe your skin type. We can help you the most if you take the questionnaire found in the book “The Skin Type Solution” to determine your skin type. I will be frequently blogging to share my views and perspective from Mexico. Feel free to comment here and ask me questions.

So lets get started…

The ABC’s of skin care basic tips everyone should know.

A) Always use sunscreen. You will do well with an SPF of 15 or higher. Remember that the MOST IMPORTANT STEP IN GOOD SKIN CARE IS A GOOD SUNSCREEN. Apply it every day! Now the higher the SPF, sunscreens tend to get thicker and whiter… Look for products with Mexoryl, Parsol 1789 with helioblock, or micronized zinc. Companies are making better sunscreens each day.

B) Bathe your skin with antioxidants! Yes, antioxidants protect your skin from free radicals which are sort of watse products which can damage our skin. There are many antioxidants in the market. My favorites are: Coenzyme Q10, Green Tea, Vitamin C, and Coffeeberry. The way they are packaged and their concentration varies form product to prodcut making some better than others. Ask you dermatologist which ones are the best for your skin. Now you can ingest orally antioxidants as well….For example, you can take Coenzyme Q10, drink a cup or two of green tea, or take another super potent antioxidant which is superoxide dismutase linked with gliadin (Available in Mexico, not in the United States).

C) Cover your skin at night with retinoid creams. These are scientifically proven to improve your skin. There are many types of retinoids in the market, some will need to be prescibed by your dermatologist. There are others which are lighter which you can find over the counter such as retinol.

D) Decide to use a soap that will not foam very much. If it foams too much, this will decrease natural lipids or oil from your skin making it drier and thus having a higher tendency of getting wrinkles.

E) Enjoy life and be happy, this will make your skin look and be healthier!

Have a beautiful day,

Dr. Welsh

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