Chicago plastic surgeon Dr. Julius Few joins Dr. Bass to discuss why skin care is not a one size fits all industry and debunk common myths surrounding skin care.

Good skin care is a necessary adjunct to plastic surgery and beauty as a whole. There are thousands of product options out there, but it's about finding a routine that's easy to follow and works for you.

According to Dr. Few, the secret to great skin is good cleansing (but not over-cleansing), good hydration with protection of that hydration, and something that facilitates cell turnover and elimination—not stripping, but enhancing that process.

Back in the 1970's and 1980's, products and treatments were universally used on people of all skin colors and types, sometimes doing more harm than good. Choosing the wrong topical agent for skin care can lead to significant inflammation, or in the worst case scenario, a reactive dermatitis. Today, we have options developed for a wide range of skin types.

With the goal of developing medical grade options for people with hyperpigmentation, dyspigmentation, and dyschromia that does not require physician oversight, Dr. Few created a skin care line consisting of topical ingredients in a melanocyte friendly solution.

Drs. Bass and Few discuss:

• Why you should consider adjusting your skin care routine based on the season

• Why you should avoid washing your face with cleanser too often if you have dry skin

• How to adjust your routine as your skin ages

• When the best time of day is to apply restorative treatments

• How long it takes to judge whether a skin care regimen works for you

About Dr. Julius Few

Dr. Julius Few is a Chicago plastic surgeon with a very busy and successful practice, The Few Institute. He is a clinical professor of plastic surgery at the University of Chicago, as well as a health science clinician at Northwestern University. Dr. Few is one of the associate editors of the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, in charge of editing the aesthetic medicine portion of the journal.

Learn more about Dr. Julius Few

About Dr. Lawrence Bass

Innovator. Industry veteran. In-demand Park Avenue board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Lawrence Bass is a true master of his craft, not only in the OR but as an industry pioneer in the development and evaluation of new aesthetic technologies. With locations in both Manhattan (on Park Avenue between 62nd and 63rd Streets) and in Great Neck, Long Island, Dr. Bass has earned his reputation as the plastic surgeon for the most discerning patients in NYC and beyond.

To learn more, visit the Bass Plastic Surgery website or follow the team on Instagram @drbassnyc

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