Dr Lancer is one of the world's leading dermatologists, counting Victoria and David Beckham, Kim and Khloe Kardashian and Megan Fox as his clients. So, naturally, I jumped at the chance to visit his exclusive clinic in Los Angeles for a consultation – especially as being busy and stressed has led to me spending less and less time on my skin recently.
Dr Lancer with his book, Younger
As I walked into the clinic – located next to Hèrmes on the iconic Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, a well-known hangout spot for countless celebrities – I spotted a framed picture of Victoria Beckham's Vogue cover that the designer had signed with a thank you note to Dr Lancer.I could have gone to the clinic for the waiting room experience alone – with views across LA, incredible rare art and a host of fascinating clients passing through, I was more than entertained.
Kim Kardashian is a huge fan of Dr Lancer
But back to business. Special photos were taken of my face so that Dr Lancer could fully analyse the condition of my skin before I headed to a treatment room for my consultation.
The man himself is totally delightful and clearly takes a great interest in every patient he has. You'd never guess he had such a starry clientele, not to mention a huge influence in the skincare world.
He enquired into my lifestyle, before making suggestions about things to eat and things to avoid, before stressing the importance of taking care of the skin with a good regime.
Little old me after my consultation!
Victoria Beckham once said that "I swear by Dr. Lancer products". VB, me too.
He then recommended a microdermabrasion, which left my skin feeling fresh and, well, like it used to when I was a teenager! A luxurious moisturiser application later, I left the clinic with a bag full of daily use products that have restored my love of looking after my skin.
He also talked about the dangers of the sun as far as skin and ageing is concerned – something I was obviously aware of (I am, after all, a beauty journalist!) but never actively took many measures to prevent. After seeing Dr Lancer, I wear SPF 40 every day without fail.
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