As a leading expert in dermatology and cosmetics, Dr. Olivier Courtin-Clarins shares proven strategies for maintaining breast health and beauty. Follow these 10 practical tips, drawn from years of clinical experience:
- Follow the natural contour of your bra when caring for your breasts. For exfoliation, gently sweep the palm of your left hand around your right breast from outside to inside, and vice versa.
- Choose a bra that fits perfectly—it should support without compressing. The sign of a good fit? No marks on straps or back.
- Exfoliate regularly to boost skin tone. Use gentle friction to oxygenate, detoxify, and renew cells—no need for heavy pressure.
- Select targeted treatments: firming concentrates for early sagging, anti-dark spot formulas for pigmentation issues, and more.
- Embrace cool showers for their toning effect on breast skin.
- To preserve shape, sleep on your back rather than your stomach.
- Never skip bust exfoliation—thinner skin benefits even more from gentle renewal.
- Avoid prolonged hot baths that soften tissues; opt for shorter, cooler showers.
- Maintain steady weight with a balanced diet and lifestyle—ditch yo-yo dieting.
- Protect from sun damage: Skip topless tanning, avoid 12-3 p.m. exposure, and apply high-SPF protection to décolleté and breasts, reapplying often.
Excerpt from Doctor, I Want to Be the Prettiest! by Dr. Olivier Courtin-Clarins (Marabout, €10).
