skin care 101: New year, new you, right?

Derivatives of vitamin A get converted by skin enzymes into retinoic acid, which boosts collagen and increases cell turnover for a smooth and ageless complexion. "Genetics can also play a role", says dermatologist Michelle F. Henry of Laser & Skin Surgery of New York. It's also good to see an aesthetician every four to six months if your skin is in good condition, says Washington, D.C.-based dermatologist Yolanda C. Holmes. [Extracted from the article]

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