Russians were warned about one of the reasons for the appearance of age spots

Anti-aging cosmetics can be used from the age of 30-35, but the constant intake of drugs and biologically active additives (dietary supplements) can lead to some age-related changes. Inna Ilyina, associate professor of the Department of Skin and Venereal Diseases with a cosmetology course at ROSBIOTECH University, expressed this opinion on Thursday, April 17.

"Pigmented spots may appear at this time, and later seborrheic keratosis. The formulas of anti-aging cosmetics are designed for its use from about 30-35 years of age. The cause of pigmentation may be not only age—related changes, but also the constant intake of certain drugs or dietary supplements," Ilina said in an interview with Lenta.Ru .

The specialist noted that it is best to discuss the selection of funds with a dermatovenerologist or a cosmetologist, she added.

According to Ilyina, the consumption of products containing carotenoids can lead to increased pigmentation of the skin. Thus, an abundance of carotenoids is found in olive, castor, sea buckthorn, linseed oil, baobab oil and wheat sprouts.

In turn, Anastasia Sokolova, a cosmetologist and dermatologist, told Gazeta.Ru" about the causes of acne in people over the age of 18.

So, improper skin care can also lead to acne. Some cosmetics can over-dry the skin or clog pores, causing inflammation. 360.ru .

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The day before, SM-Clinic oncologist Vadim Maklakov told Izvestia that red-haired people have almost four times the risk of developing melanoma than dark-haired people. Skin cancer remains one of the most pressing problems of oncology in Russia. Despite the fact that this type of tumor is diagnosed only in 1-4% of patients, it is particularly aggressive and has unfavorable prognoses.

According to the expert, in recent years, there has been a rapid increase in the incidence of melanoma in Russia — by almost 33%. Every year, a tumor is detected in thousands of patients, especially among those who abuse sunbathing or frequent tanning salons.