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Unwanted Hair
Finding an opportunity to book a wax appointment between grocery shopping, clarinet lessons and soccer practices can be downright laughable—let's face it, you're lucky if you get five extra minutes in the shower to shave. That said, go for a more permanent solution, suggests Nazarian. A new treatment that just received FDA approval called miraDry is a hair-removal device that works for all pigments. As an added bonus, miraDry can also disable excess sweat glands under the arms. For those with ingrown hair problems in particular, Nazarian recommends Vaniqa—a treatment available by prescription that prevents hair growth.
Ready to get started on hair removal without a prescription? Try this Precision Hair Removal Laser from Sephora instead.
Cellulite Kryptonite
Ranking right up there with our love handles, cellulite is another one of those uninvited guests that refuses to leave. To force a permanent exit, Nazarian recommends Pellevé, which uses a radio frequency technology to give a lymphatic massage and thicken the dermis. If done four times, four to six weeks apart, it will significantly reduce the appearance of cellulite, she says. But there are also some cellulite creams that actually do work. Nazarian is personally a fan of Nectifirm by RevisionSkin Care . "But you have to be religious with using it morning and night for two months before you see a difference," she says.
Can't wait for radio frequency treatments? Try Dr. Hauschka, $25; Nectifirm by RevisionSkinCare, $47
Lip Service
For those of us not genetically blessed with lips à la Angelina Jolie, there's quite a simple (and non-committal) solution. Nazarian recommends starting with filler. An added benefit with going this route is that if you don't like your lips' newfound plumpness, you can always reverse the effect by injecting an enzyme that will cause it to dissipate. The same can also be done for anyone with hollowed cheeks who would like a little more cushioning, says Nazarian.
Not ready to inject your lips to plump them up? Try these beauty counter alternatives instead: Lancer Volume Enhancing Lip Serum, $40; Laura Mercia Lip Glace, $25
Stretch Marks
The best method to rid yourself of stretch marks is to ensure they never appear in the first place. Especially for any pregnant women, the second you start itching is the second you need to moisturize (Nazarian recommends a thick skin butter lotion, sunflower seed oil or her own creation, Itchies Be Gone Body Oil, which contains rose hip oil that's been proven to bemost effective in minimizing scarring). As for pre-existing stretch marks, it is possible to diminish their appearance. For example, multiple applications of Dermapen (which is a micro-needling treatment) will encourage collagen formation and mask any unsightly lines.
Found yourself in a Bloomingdales or Sephora? Try Marula Stretchmark Botanical Body Oil or Clarins Body Tonic.
Crows'-Feet
While some may call them "smile lines," crow's-feet aren't exactly something most women like to smile about. While Botox continually proves to be effective, Nazarian advises against it for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Instead, for a non-invasive alternative, try Pellevé (yep, the same treatment for cellulite), which uses radio frequency to smooth over any lines. Also, any woman over the age of 30 who wants to retain youthful-looking skin should ensure that these three ingredients—what Nazarian calls the "Tried and TrueTrio"—are always a part of her skincare regimen: vitamin C, Retinol and SPF.
Not ready for botox or radio frequency? Try Kiehls Line Reducing Concentrate or Needles No More.
Dark Spots
Whether you have melasma (aka "pregnancy mask") or age spots, seeing dark pigment pop up on your skin out of the blue is never a welcome sight. Nazarian is adamant that anyone with melasma applies sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) or completely avoids the sun. "It's a lifelong battle, but the issue is that you're sensitive to the sun. It's like having a condition like diabetes or high blood pressure. You have to maintain it." Forgetting to apply sunscreen, even for one day, can derail all of your progress, she says. Some other options for lightening dark spots include Dermapen (that micro-needling treatment previously mentioned for stretch marks) and alternating monthly witha peel, such as Rejuvenize by SkinMedica.
Ready to get rid of those spots? SkinMedica Rejuvenize Peel or Dr. Andrew Weil For Origins Mega Bright.
