Synopsis: At the second edition of the Dakshin Health Summit, dermatologists championed “skin cycling”—a 3-4 day routine of exfoliation, retinol/bakuchiol, and repair with ceramides/peptides—to combat intrinsic and extrinsic ageing. Retinol remains the “gold standard”, alongside 10% niacinamide, sunscreen, and microbiome-supporting probiotics. Experts urged starting anti-ageing in the 20s, personalised routines, and regular derm visits for lasting results beyond hype.

In an era of endless skincare products promising youthful skin in a bottle, dermatologists at the second edition of South First’s Dakshin Health Summit have outlined a scientific approach to topical anti-ageing, introducing the concept of “skin cycling” and revealing which ingredients truly deliver results beyond market

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