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Myths about Skin you probably believe!

Myths about Skin you probably believe!

Clinic Treatments
Botox

Botox

Smooth dynamic wrinkles and prevent future ones — refresh your expression without freezing your personality.

Fillers

Dermal Fillers

Lift, volumize, and contour cheeks, lips, jawline, or under‑eyes with hyaluronic acid-based fillers for natural results.

Polynucleotides

Polynucleotides (Skin Booster)

Boost skin regeneration, hydration & elasticity — ideal for skin quality, subtle rejuvenation and glow.

Botox

What it is

Botox® is an FDA‑approved injectable used to smooth facial wrinkles and frown lines for a refreshed, youthful appearance. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

How it's done

Targeted injections are administered (often around forehead, brows, eyes or other areas) — treatment time about 10–20 minutes. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

What it treats

Typical uses include horizontal forehead lines, frown lines, crow’s‑feet, bunny lines, downturned corners of the mouth, neck bands, and other dynamic wrinkles. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Results & Validity

Results emerge soon after treatment, with minimal downtime — you can resume normal activities the same day. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} Approximate effect lasts about 3–4 months. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Dermal Fillers

What it is

Dermal fillers use hyaluronic‑acid-based gels to restore volume, enhance contours and smooth deeper lines instantly. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

How it's done

The filler gel is injected into targeted areas such as cheeks, lips, jawline or under‑eyes for volumizing, contouring or rejuvenation. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Why people choose it

For immediate volume, enhanced facial contours, subtle but noticeable rejuvenation — without the invasiveness of surgery. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Results & Duration

Results are visible right after treatment. Duration depends on area treated and individual factors; typical fillers at clinics like Avané offer effects that can last several months to over a year depending on lifestyle and area treated. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Polynucleotides (Skin Booster)

What it is

This treatment uses polynucleotide-based skin boosters (like “FillArt”) derived from salmon‑sperm DNA — aimed at deep skin regeneration, improving elasticity, hydration and overall skin health rather than instant volumizing. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

How it works

Injected into the dermis, polynucleotides stimulate collagen production, promote skin repair, improve hydration and elasticity, and gradually enhance skin quality over several weeks. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

What it targets

Useful for skin rejuvenation in delicate areas — under‑eyes (fine lines & thinning), neck & décolletage (tightening), hands (elasticity and volume), post‑laser recovery, and general skin quality improvement. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Course & Maintenance

Often requires a series of treatments (e.g. 3–4 sessions spaced a few weeks apart) for best results. Maintenance may be recommended every 6–12 months depending on skin condition and lifestyle. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

"I need to Tan in the sun to get Vitamin D"

There are safer ways to get vitamin D than lying in the sun, as it can be obtained from a variety of foods. One of the biggest myths about skin is that sun exposure is the best way to boost vitamin D levels. In reality, ultraviolet light is a carcinogen, much like cigarette smoke. Think of it this way: if someone told you that you could get vitamin D from smoking a cigarette, would you start smoking? Instead of risking harmful mutations in your skin cells, it's best to rely on safer sources for vitamin D.

Instead, enjoy a sunny day by seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, and applying sunscreen‎. Ask your doctor about whether a vitamin D supplement is even necessary.

"Never, ever go to bed with your makeup on"

One of the common myths about skin is that not removing makeup before bed will always cause severe damage. While cleansing your skin is important, the reality is that occasionally forgetting to take off makeup may not be as harmful as many believe. However, regular cleansing helps maintain healthy skin and prevents clogged pores over time.

Think about it this way: What's the difference between wearing the makeup on your skin for the eight hours that you're sleeping as opposed to the 12 hours that you wear it during the day? There's really not much of a difference, particularly if you sleep on your back. It is possible to get eye irritation from your pillow rubbing makeup into your eye but that's very uncommon."

Adapted from The Readers Digest

By Dr. Pranav Pancholi of Avane Dermatology clinic, A qualified Skin dermatologist practicing as a cosmetic dermato-surgeon at Avane Clinic, located at Yaya.