If you’re someone who gets intimidated every time you have to go to the dermatologist, you’re not alone. With all the technical terms and complicated explanations, it’s hard not to feel like you’re being bombarded with info. So, to make sure you actually get something out of your visits to the skin doctor, here is a list of 5 questions that you need to ask.
- How is my diet affecting my skin?
- Is my skincare routine working for me?
- Can I go out in the sun while using this prescription?
How is my diet affecting my skin?
Before you sit and cry about how your ₹5000 topical cream doesn’t work for your acne, contemplate the impact of your diet on your skin. Why not just give a quick run through of your normal eating habits to your dermatologist, and check whether any of the food that you’re eating is a heavy contributor to inflammation. You’ll be surprised at how your morning latte may be affecting your skin. Skincare products work only in combination with a healthy diet and lifestyle.
What are the latest treatments that would work for my skin concerns?
With the list of new skincare treatments increasing twofold every week, it gets hard to keep up. So, what better way to stay updated than by asking your dermatologist? They’ll act as a skincare encyclopedia and only suggest treatments that are relevant!
Is my skincare routine working for me?
Can you imagine finally developing what-you-think-is-a-perfect skincare routine, only to find that you have combination skin and not oily? As your dermatologist is paid to know the ins and outs of your skin, you might as well double check that you’re using all the right products. Ask for a few specific product recommendations, just to make sure that the 20 minutes you spend every day prepping your skin doesn’t go to waste.
Is this skin condition what I think it is?
Before you start on all the home remedies for acne, just double check as to whether your skin condition is actually what you think it is. As symptoms are often similar for a variety of issues, it’s too easy to misdiagnose yourself after reading up on the internet. Set up an appointment with your dermatologist so that they can carefully examine your skin, and then proceed with the treatments that they recommend. You can also dip into the long list of home remedies you undoubtedly have if you want a more natural way to heal your skin.
Can I go out in the sun while using this prescription?
A lot of the creams or drugs that your dermatologist may recommend increase your skin’s photosensitivity, making you more susceptible to the sun’s harsh rays. Just so that you’re not obliviously partying out on the beach, ensure that all of the medicines that you’re given enable you to go out in the sun as normal.
Written by Khadijah Ebrahim on Jul 12, 2018
Author at BeBeautiful.