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“After performing thousands of facelifts I am convinced that surgery alone is not the answer to maintaining one’s youthful good looks”, says renowned plastic surgeon Gerald Imber. He has put his knowledge of skin care and plastic surgery in a new easy-to-read book, The New Youth Corridor. I enjoyed it because of its straight-forward and informative approach to skin care and anti-aging. Dr. Imber also clearly defines most common cosmetic procedures and plastic surgery fixes. He details the use of these procedures, their advantages, and their limitations. Reading this book is the next best thing to a private consultation with a top plastic surgeon. Dr. Imber also answers questions about anti-oxidants, skin care, and nutrition.
If you want to learn more about how to have beautiful skin — at any age — don’t miss a word our exclusive and informative interview with Dr. Imber.
Dr. Imber is an international renowned plastic surgeon. He is on the staff of Weill-Cornell Medical Center and heads a private clinic in Manhattan.DD: How important are anti-oxidants to maintaining a youthful complexion?
Dr. I : The importance of antioxidants in maintaining a youthful complexion cannot be overstated. Antioxidants counteract free radicals in the tissues. These free radicals are responsible for collagen breakdown, sun damage, and wrinkling.
DD: Your Youth Corridor serum contains Vitamins C and E with the addition of melatonin. What is the significance of adding melatonin –why did you include it?
Dr. I: Vitamins C and E are well known antioxidants. Unfortunately, because of their chemical nature they do not readily penetrate the skin. Melatonin penetrates well and brings the combined C and E into the skin with it, making the combination far more effective than C and E alone. When C and E are applied before sun exposure some of the redness and damage is prevented. When melatonin is added there is a far more effective protection. The skin is protected from photo damage caused by free radicals set in motion by the sun.
DD: Do you recommend the use of glycolic, retin A, or retinol on daily basis?
Dr. I: Retinols and Retin A are required for specific problems and not as a long-term strategy. AHA should be used daily in low concentration for exfoliation.
DD: What steps can women take to slow the aging process?
Dr. I: Steps to control the aging process include sun protection, no smoking, sensible exercise, weight control, and proper skin care.
DD: At what age should women begin to use “anti-aging “products?
Dr. I: Anti-aging products like antioxidant Boost should be used by women in their early 20s to PREVENT damage. Young women will benefit the most by staying youthful. It is never too early for protecting your skin.
DD: Are supplements necessary or helpful to maintain a youthful complexion – or can a healthful diet work too? What vitamins or mineral should women be mindful of including in their diets?
Dr I: Supplements: Vitamin D is probably necessary for everyone. Vitamin C is questionable. Others seem to have no use at all other than heart specific supplements like Omega-3 fatty acids.
DD: What’s your opinion of facial exercises or exercisers?
Dr. I: Facial exercises cause wrinkles.
DD: What inspired you, a busy surgeon, to take the time to write The New Youth Corridor?
Dr. I: I wrote the New Youth Corridor to answer the questions always asked of me, and to give a larger population the benefit of my study and expertise.
For more information: www.youthcorridor.com. The New Youth Corridor is available at Costco or from www.amazon.com or www.amazon.ca.