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Emergency Supplies
With his X-ray vision and blinding speed, Superman triumphed over evil forces. The action-hero approach to skin crises doesn't require a cape and tights, just a few superstar products. Eric Bernstein, associate clinical professor of dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania, explains the skin-rescue powers of these seven. -- MARGARET LEE
La Mer Concentrate is Bernstein's go-to serum "for any late-night or post-treatment scenario." It soothes with sea kelp, calcium, and vitamins and, applied on top of an exfoliating AHA or retinol cream, sinks in further for better results.
L'Oreal ReNoviste Anti-Aging Glycolic Peel Kit is ideal after long flights -- the 10 percent glycolic-acid solution "immediately makes dry, flaky skin look smoother and brighter," says Bernstein. Used twice a week for a month, it starts to stimulate collagen production, too, he says.
Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion with Cooling Menthol & Oatmeal -- two "natural anti-itch compounds," according to Bernstein -- is a gentle but helpful ...