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Skin and hair

September 22, 2022

Reviewed by Mallika Marshall, MD, Contributing Editor

To some extent, your genes determine how well your skin stands the test of time. But environmental factors such as sun exposure play a big role as well, affecting not just your skin’s appearance, but also your risk of skin cancer.

When it comes to skin treatments, there’s lots of good news regarding therapies for medical conditions as well as cosmetic concerns. But it’s important to choose your treatments with care, and to check and double-check the reputation and accreditation of clinicians performing invasive skin procedures. The market for skin treatments is skyrocketing: research indicates Americans spend an estimated $5 billion or more each year on anti-aging skin care products, and the number of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures to improve the skin’s appearance — like chemical peels, fillers, and lasers — has increased to more than 16 million annually in the United States.

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