Warmer months ahead mean it’s time to head outdoors and enjoy the sunshine, but is your skin really ready for the season? Antiaging treatments can help ward off excess sun damage and keep you looking your best all season long.

From BOTOX injections that erase the signs of aging to laser skin resurfacing treatments that smooth out your skintone, you have several options for your antiaging skincare plan. Here are a few top choices to get started on your pre-summer makeover:  

Microdermabrasion for Wrinkle Removal  

Microdermabrasion is one of the most cost-effective anti-aging treatments available, a facial rejuvenation procedure that buffs away the top layer of skin and removes age spots, fine lines and small wrinkles immediately. If you’ve never had an intensive facial treatment, microdermabrasion may be a good place to start. Microdermabrasion can be combined with chemical peels for even better results, and can help you get skin looking fresh and rejuvenated.  

BOTOX and Injectables for Youthful Skin  

BOTOX injections can help to tighten loose skin and eliminate frown lines and crow’s feet. According to Dr. Mary Lupo, a Dermatologic Surgeon in Louisiana, the sooner you start a BOTOX treatment plan, the better. Using a combination of injectables may help you get the best results, so a treatment plan that includes Perlane, Restylane and Juvederm may be your best solution (Source: RealSelf.com).  

Laser Skin Resurfacing to Tighten and Tone the Skin  

Since collagen production slows down over the years, skin can become more vulnerable to sun damage and developing wrinkles. Laser skin resurfacing treatments can help reduce the rate of aging skin by stimulating collagen production deep within the skin’s layers and tightening and toning the skin in the process. Most people see results within a few weeks of the first treatment, and a series of treatments can help keep the face and neck area in great shape through the season.  

Facial Liposuction to Remove Sagging Skin  

Is sagging skin adding extra years to your appearance? Excess fat and loose skin around the neck can make you appear heavier and older, and also takes away from the natural contours of your face. Facial liposuction removes excess fatty deposits in only a few key areas so you can achieve a more youthful appearance. Facial liposuction can be combined with other skin rejuvenation treatments to tighten and tone the skin after the procedure is over. After the fatty deposits are removed, skin tightening treatments such as Titan and Thermage can firm up the extra skin to leave you with a more natural, toned appearance.  

Chemical Peels for Facial Rejuvenation  

Chemical peels can help get rid of age spots, reduce scars and blemishes, and restore the face to a more youthful state. A series of chemical peels is the best way to achieve long-term results, and peels such as the Obagi Blue Peel, Retin-A Peel and Epi-Peel can completely remove damaged layers of skin and leave your face glowing. If you’ve  already endured a few seasons – and are left with unsightly patches of pigmented skin -  chemical peels can ‘peel’ back the years and create a healthier, refreshed appearance.  

Other Ways to Maintain Healthy Skin

A complete skin management plan can help you maintain a more youthful appearance year round, but there are other ways to keep up with your antiaging skincare routine.  Aging skin is especially vulnerable to sun damage, so you’ll always need to wear a quality sunscreen with an SPF 15 or higher, and make sure your face stays covered – either under a wide-brimmed hat or a baseball cap – if you’re spending hours in the sun. 

Healthy skin can also be maintained by:  

• Drinking at least 8 – 10 glasses of water per day to stay well hydrated
• Using a quality moisturizer on a daily and nightly basis
• Avoiding tanning booths and tanning outdoors
• Limiting nicotine and alcohol intake, or removing them completely from the diet  

From microdermabrasion to facial liposuction, you have several options for achieving a healthy look this season. 

Find out which antiaging skincare plan will be your best choice by consulting with a cosmetic dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon in your area. A professional skincare specialist can show you several antiaging skincare treatment options available so you can prepare for the season with ease.