Dermatologist with 25 years of medical training reveals the seven beauty hacks you NEED to know
A board-certified dermatologist has revealed seven beauty hacks you need to know — and one of them will be especially useful for the upcoming winter season.
Dr. Azadeh Shirazi, based in California and has almost two million followers Dr. Asia on TikTok, specializes in medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, and is the founder of her own medical skincare line, AziMD Skincare.
In her video, Dr. Shirazi, who has more than 25 years of medical training, including a fellowship at Harvard Medical School’s Wellman Center, shared a tip on how to heal cracked lips instantly.
“Apply a lactic acid cream, such as AmLactin, to dry, chapped lips, followed by Aquaphor overnight, and you’ll wake up with smoother, more hydrated lips,” said Dr. Shirazi, as he showed off both products in the clip. was posted this week.
Dr. Azadeh Shirazi took to TikTok this week to share seven beauty hacks you need to know, including one that’s sure to help this winter
The first tip that Dr. Shirazi offered was how to soothe cracked lips, instructing to use a lactic acid balm, followed by Aquaphor
Dr. Shirazi has been training in the medical field for 25 years and is the founder of the skin care line AziMD Skincare
When used on the skin, lactic acid can exfoliate, brighten dark spots and smooth fine lines or wrinkles. Colorado Skincare.
In addition, the alpha hydroxyl acid can both ‘accelerate’ cell renewal and have anti-aging properties when used frequently.
The next tip she had was for those trying to get thicker and luscious eyebrows.
“Use a spoolie dipped in Rogaine and brush your brows with it three to five times a week for fuller, thicker brows in three months,” the dermatologist revealed.
She noted that women can use Men’s Rogaine for this purpose, but only three times a week.
Rogaine, also known as Minoxidil, is a drug that stimulates hair growth Cleveland Clinic.
Usually the product is used on the scalp, but as Dr. Shirazi advised, you can also use it on your eyebrows.
However, in the comments section, the dermatologist did warn that Rogaine should definitely not be used on your eyelashes.
Dr. Shirazi said using Rogaine on the brows three to five times a week can help you achieve thicker, fuller brows
Dr. Shirazi has held a fellowship at Harvard Medical School’s Wellman Center and has a practice in California
Dr. Shirazi explained that applying powder to the bridge of your sunglasses can prevent them from sliding off your face
In the comments section of the post, many were stunned by the seemingly simple tips she shared
Instead, she advised those who want longer lashes to use Latisse eyelash serum as an option.
For her third tip, she shared a life hack that will ensure your sunglasses don’t slide down your nose or mess up your makeup the next time you wear them.
“Apply a loose powder to the nose pads of your sunglasses to prevent them from ruining your makeup and sliding down your nose,” said Dr. Shirazi simply.
Exclusively for DailyMail.com, Dr. Shirazi also offers some additional, seemingly unconventional beauty hacks, including one that will temporarily stop redness.
“Applying Afrin to red pimples or pink cheeks with Rosacea makes them less noticeable by (temporarily) removing the red,” said Dr. Shirazi to DailyMail.com.
“Afrin is oxymetazoline, a vasoconstrictor, which means it temporarily reduces broken capillaries on the skin’s surface, making redness associated with rosacea, flushing/flushing, or red pimples less noticeable,” she explained.
Another idea she put forward was using diluted white vinegar drops to treat nail and skin fungus.
When it comes to using retinoids, Dr. Shirazi a valuable tip.
“Many people stop using retinoids, the most effective anti-aging ingredient, all because of irritation and side effects,” she told DailyMail.com.
‘That’s because they use it in the wrong way. Over the past 15 years I have developed a method called Retinol Staging™ that has really helped my patients.
‘You cleanse and moisturize early in the evening (5-8 p.m.). Then wait until bedtime (9:00 PM – 11:00 PM) to apply your Retinol independently. This maximizes skin hydration and strengthens your skin barrier to better absorb strong actives such as Retinol or tretinoin (Retin-a prescription).’
‘Additionally, this technique does not reduce the effectiveness or absorption of retinol like the retinol sandwich method or skin cycling. It actually enhances the effects of your skincare products while reducing potential side effects.”
And last but not least, she told DailyMail.com that she recommends medicated sanitary pads with glycolic acid and salicylic acid for the armpits to stop body odor and lighten dark armpits.
‘My personal favorite is [my brand’s] Clarify Pads three times a week,” said Dr. Shirazi. ‘It comes with 60 pads and the formula is gentle enough for sensitive underarms.’
In the comments section of her TikTok post, many users were stunned by the seemingly simple suggestions.
“Awesome, especially the glasses hack,” someone types.
‘I wear glasses and that always makes the make-up come off.’
Another agreed, writing: ‘Those are great tips!!’
“Oh, I love the sunglasses hack,” someone else commented. ‘I can’t wait to try it.’
‘I use minoxidil to regrow my eyebrows after I had cancer.
“It took about four weeks, but it worked great,” one commenter said.
‘Then I painted them with men’s beard paint.’