Skin Sobering by Erin Yuet Tjam

Author:Erin Yuet Tjam
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Erin Yuet Tjam
Published: 2022-12-20T00:00:00+00:00

Microscopic Examination—To Tell the Truth

An effective way to thoroughly examine our skin’s beauty and health is to use a digital microscope that can be connected to a computer monitor. A handheld microscope with a magnifying power of 30 to 500 times (50 times being the most applicable for the skin) can display the skin’s condition clearly. Skin texture is magnified to show the surface grains, pores, and epidermal pigmentations, as well as to reflect the vessels and collagen fibers in the dermal layers. Trained eyes can also use the microscope to detect dullness and inflammation.

The skin condition of my “product-addicted” patients seemed fine to the naked eye, especially while the products were on their skin and their condition had become chronic. When we examined their skin using the microscope, the good grainy texture was so hard to detect. It was shallow and undefined. Not only that, but their pores were also red and inflamed. The skin around their pores had darkened from this inflammation, resulting in hyperpigmentation. Since these blemishes were just around their pores, not all over their skin, it was hard for people to notice the damaging effects of products. This chronic invisible inflammation can escape the naked eye, but not the microscope.

A microscopic examination is very important for clinical assessment. This kind of handheld microscope can also be used by anyone to see the true condition of their skin. It is a helpful tool to observe your skin through the stages, to establish a baseline, and to monitor your progress as your skin improves.

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