Whatever you feel might be a physical flaw is probably fixable -- if you're willing to go under the knife or take other drastic measures. Botox is an injection of a foodborne toxin; microdermabrasion and chemical peels take off a layer of skin. So is there anything more gentle and less permanent you can do to conceal or treat conditions that bother you? The short answer is yes; you can learn a few tricks and invest in a few products that will save you money and cover up whatever flaw it is that needs hiding. On your face, makeup can hide or draw attention away from many ills - simply play up the features on your face that you do love. For example, draw attention away from a too-large nose by emphasizing eyes with a smoky or sparkly look. A dramatic lip will have the same effect. Blend a vertical stripe of lighter foundation along each side of your nose with your regular foundation to create the illusion of a slimmer nose. Many people have scars and want to cover or eliminate them completely.
Scars can come in different shapes and sizes - raised, flat, white, dark - and before you hit the plastic surgeon to get them fixed for good, try the dermatologist first. A dermatologist can mix up a topical cream, usually containing prescription-strength retinoids and steroids that will help reduce the appearance of scarring. Over-the-counter products such as Mederma can help too. After years of sun worshipping, you put your skin at risk of not only skin cancer, but also brown spotting, or melanin clusters. Repeated glycolic peels done by an esthetician can help - but they can be pricey and painful, too. Try a gentler solution by looking for a moisturizer that contains glycolic acid, retinol for exfoliating and antioxidants, which will revive and repair tissue.