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This Is the First Thing Derms Notice About Your Skin

Top dermatologists reveal what they notice the moment you walk into their office

by Lindsay Tigar | COMMENT

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How your face moves Ever watch a candid Instagram video your friend took of you and wonder, "Do I really look like that?" Most of our frequently used facial expressions are practiced without thinking: scrunching our eyebrow when we're working or focusing, raising our eyes when we get excited or clenching our jaw when we're in a stressful encounter. Though you might not be able to detect these intrinsic and intuitive movements, if you visit a derm like Sarkar, you'll find her taking notes on how your face moves.

"It gives me a clue as to what treatment might be best for them if they bring up treating wrinkles or fine lines," she says. "I never bring that up at a visit myself but I like to be prepared in case the patient wants treatment because every patient has different needs and the underlying muscle and fat pads are usually what determine the best treatment for them." So if your derm is carefully watching you? Don't be alarmed — he or she is doing his or her job.

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