Abstract
Recent years have seen an increased interest in minimally invasive and noninvasive
cosmetic surgery and facial aesthetics. There has been a concomitant surge in the
focus on skin care, which, by nature, is minimally invasive, and an exponential growth
in the popularity and availability of minimally invasive dermatologic procedures and
products. This review seeks to provide an overview of the most commonly employed skin
care modalities, such as their mechanisms, indications for use, advantages and disadvantages,
and side effects. The authors aim to provide the audience with a fundamental understanding
of the options currently available to cosmetic surgeons and practitioners. Topics
include retinoids, chemical peels, skin-lightening agents, lasers, microneedling,
topical antioxidants, and injectables.
Keywords
skin care - modern - topical - laser - injectables
