There’s an on/off switch located within the nuclear DNA of every cell in your body—including your skin cells. It controls how long they live and when they die. Most dermatologists have never heard of it.
- By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

One of the first places where visible signs of aging begin to emerge is around your eyes. The delicate skin in this area is extremely thin—becoming even thinner as you age—and is especially vulnerable to unsightly age-related changes in appearance, including dark circles, “crow’s feet,” and bags or swelling under or around the eyes.
- By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

Microdermabrasion is one of the top non-surgical skin restoration procedures for men and women. This medically administered exfoliation technique has been shown to dramatically reduce the appearance of acne scars, wrinkles, and fine lines.
- By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

We all have a family member, a friend, or know someone who has experienced the dreaded side effects associated with cancer treatments. Life Extension® asked leading dermatologist Gary Goldfaden, MD, to discuss the unsightly, irritating, and sometimes painful dermatological problems that can accompany cancer treatment to see what can be done about them.
- By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

When you hear the words “water retention,” you probably think of feeling bloated and fat. But did you know that water retention at the cellular level is the ­key to younger-looking skin?
- By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

One of the frustrations expressed by some aging people is that they develop degenerative skin lesions (such as ulcers on the foot and lower extremities) that do not readily heal. In other instances, minor trauma, venous insufficiency, or inflammatory reactions create an open wound that lingers far too long. - By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

People today are aware of the importance of maintaining optimal blood levels of vitamin D for their overall health and well being. What many people do not know is that vitamin D is also indispensable to the health, beauty, and longevity of the largest organ in the body: your skin. - By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

Recent research reveals an unexpected culprit behind leathery, wrinkled, “graying” skin: chronic insomnia. Scientists have discovered that skin possesses receptors for the hormone melatonin, the body’s natural sleep regulator. A unique topical intervention can halt degradation of skin tissue and restore its youthful appearance. - By Gary Goldfaden, MD and Robert Goldfaden

Collagen fibers provide the skin’s underlying structural support. Glycation reduces the ability of collagen fiber to regenerate, leading to skin wrinkling and sagging. Low cost topical solutions containing extracts from blueberry, pomegranate, and other fruits have demonstrated profound age-reversal effects in a human clinical trial. The anti-glycation effects of these plant extracts resulted in younger looking skin in these aging women. - by Gary Goldfaden, MD, and Robert Goldfaden

A nuisance endured by men and women is the need to constantly remove body hair. European scientists have developed a novel topical compound that human clinical studies have shown reduces unwanted hair growth up to 82%! - by Gary Goldfaden, MD, and Robert Goldfaden

Vitamin C is an essential component in the body’s production of collagen. Regrettably, relatively little orally ingested vitamin C reaches the skin. Fortunately, studies show that when applied topically as a cream, vitamin C not only rebuilds skin collagen but also has potent antioxidant properties that protect skin from age-causing free radicals. - by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

As we age, the reduced turnover of our cells means we can lose control over how our skin ages. Epidermal stem cells needed to create healthy new skin are significantly reduced and function less efficiently.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Since ancient times, nutrient-rich mixtures have been applied as facial masks to treat conditions ranging from acne to dry, aging skin. New skin care techniques provide facial rejuvenation naturally.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Dr. Gary Goldfaden discusses natural agents that have been scientifically shown to protect hands against the unsightly effects of aging.

Unhealthy looking skin on our neck can often reveal our age. Learn how youth-restoring nutrients can protect this vulnerable area of our skin against the ravages of aging and environmental stressors.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Ignoring foot problems can result in feet that look and feel tired. Commercial foot-care products provide little substantive benefit in the long term. Fortunately, topically applying essential oils and plant extracts can rejuvenate one’s feet and protect against fatigue, microbial infections, and deleterious aging processes.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Dermatologist Gary Goldfaden discusses how to prevent and manage skin pigmentation disorders.

Gary Goldfaden, Dermatologist, discusses topical alternatives to expensive, potentially risky cosmetic surgical procedures.

Developed by a university dermatologist, Self MicroDermAbrasion can help to safely renew aging and damaged skin. Now you can get the same results of physician-administered MicroDermAbrasion treatments in the privacy of your own home—at a fraction of what you would pay a dermatologist.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Rosacea is a chronic or long-term disease that affects the face and sometimes the eyes. It is characterized by excessive redness, pimples, and, in advanced stages, thickening of the skin.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

In basic physiological terms, dark circles and puffiness under the eyes indicates a problem retaining blood in the skin’s upper layers. - by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

A bruise is a black and blue mark caused by an injury to tissue beneath the skin. Purpura is the medical term for bleeding in the skin. - by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist

Tea has been prized throughout human history for its health-promoting effects. In ongoing research, scientists are discovering that the topical use of tea may confer numerous benefits to the skin. Rich in antioxidants, topically applied tea extracts help promote healthy, youthful skin.
- by Dr. Goldfaden, Dermatologist