Let’s take a closer look at how each of these triggers affects your skin – and what you can do about them.
Intrinsic triggers - the intrinsic aging process is largely hereditary and guided by our genes. Basically, it is the way we humans naturally age over time and we have very little say in this process. So, the best way to address it is through preventive skin care.
Intrinsic aging generally includes:
Retinol is the most effective for the cell turnover and cell renewal.
Extrinsic triggers:
On to better news, these are things you can control! It just takes a little work; reducing your exposure to extrinsic triggers is all about making healthy lifestyle decisions.
Some extrinsic triggers include:
Together these triggers can cause uneven pigmentation, wrinkles, loss of elasticity and other signs of aging.
Here’s how you can prevent this:
Do not forget to make an appointment at Glenhaven Skincare for an expert opinion!
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No. 1 - Essential Sun Protection
The most important benefit of sunscreen is that it provides your skin with protection against a wide spectrum of the sun’s harmful Ultra Violet (UV) rays. Applying sunscreen reduces the penetration of UV rays into the skin, which would generate a variety of skin disorders. Importantly, the simplest and mildest of sunburns can have damaging effects - so it is so very important to protect your skin at all times.
No.2 - Sunscreen Ensures Your Complexion is Even
Substantial sun damage is one of the primary causes of uneven skin tones (such as pigmentation) and the application of daily sunscreen and a great skincare routine helps to prevent those effects.
No.3 - Protection against Pre-mature Aging (fine lines and wrinkles)
All we ever want is to look young and beautiful, with radiantly glowing and health skin. However, substantial sun exposure can result in loss of collagen and elastin which increases fine lines and wrinkles. So clearly, by using sunscreen and having an appropriate skin routine, you can protect yourself from the damaging effects of premature aging or skin aging.
No. 4 - Healthy Skin Overall
Choosing the right products is important and as a Skincare Expert, advising the best products for my clients ensures that your skin is healthier overall when you use sunscreen. It is important to keep you looking gorgeous by ensuring your skin is kept smooth and healthy.
Physical vs. chemical sunscreen
Chemical sunscreen absorbs into your skin and then absorbs UVA and UVB rays, converts the rays into heat and releases them from your body. This sunscreen is ideal if you have blemish-prone skin due to their lightweight formula.
Chemical sunscreen is a great option if you:
Cons of chemical sunscreen:
Physical sunscreen acts as a physical barrier between your skin and the sun. Rather than absorbing into your skin, it sits on top of the skin and reflects the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. Physical sunscreen tends to be:
Cons of physical sunscreen:
Physical sunscreens are recommended to be used after micro-needling and chemical peeling treatment. Also, if you suffer from skin conditions such as dermatitis or eczema, physical sunscreen should provide you with a non-irritating formula.
Ensuring You are Advised on the Best Sun Protection Products
Sometimes, applying sunscreen daily may feel like a needless step to add to your skincare routine, especially if you are jumping into your car and going to your work/office and returning home, but it is critical in maintaining the health of your skin!
A lot of clients worry about wearing sun protection all day and every day, as they think the sunscreen will cause them to have an acne break-out or make the skin oily, among other skin concerns. As a skincare expert, we always advise appropriate products that give the protection you need and provide great skincare benefits. The products should be balanced or flexible enough to be used each day, as well for a day (or an extended time) at the beach.
From this perspective, our complimentary skin analysis is important to examine your skin and plan your skin routine and provide the most appropriate products for your skin type and the level of sun protection you need.
In summary, effective sun protection decreases your exposure to harmful UVA and UVB rays, reduces your risk of skin cancer and sun damage. This is very important for your overall skin health!
]]>A lot of my clients who come for a facial treatment at Glenhaven Skincare have asked me about which skincare products are appropriate to treat their skin concerns. My answer is to always choose a cosmeceutical product.
However, for a consumer who likes luxury brands that smell divine and feel fabulous on the skin, Cosmetic skincare may be the way to go for them. If you care more about what is in the product and what the product can do for you in terms of results, then Cosmeceuticals are the way to go.
Let’s discuss the key difference between Cosmetic and Cosmeceuticals, so you are better equipped with the information needed to make your next skin care purchase.
Cosmetics
Cosmetics are products that are generally sold at retail outlets, department stores and multi-level marketing companies. The focus is on the marketing of the product and the feel good sensation when the product is used. Cosmetic products will help to maintain your skin by providing temporary results, but they will not help with the management of any skins concerns.
Cosmetics primarily work on the outer surface of the skin and is not able to pass through the epidermal layer to the dermis (where our fibroblasts are and where collagen and elastin is produced), because the active ingredients are not a high enough strength and won’t necessarily be able to offer long-term improvements and changes to resolve skin concerns.
Cosmetic’s focus on how the products feels and smells and can range from under $25 a bottle to over $250 a bottle depending on the brand name you are buying into.
Cosmeceuticals
The word 'Cosmeceutical' describes a product that is a cross between a Cosmetic and a Pharmaceuticals. A Cosmeceutical is essentially a skincare product that contains a biologically active compound that is thought to have pharmaceutical effects on the skin. Skin conditions such as rosacea, pigmentation, decline of collagen and elastin (ageing), congestion, breakouts, dry and rough textured skin, can all be improved through the use of Cosmeceutical skincare.
Cosmeceuticals are often restricted to professional skincare professionals, where a consultation will be provided by a qualified skin therapist. These products may offer significantly higher concentrations of active ingredients and delivery systems, and are supported by scientific backing.
Cosmeceuticals are scientifically proven to be great for your skin and contain active ingredients designed to work into and within the dermal skins layers. This allows cosmeceuticals to work more effectively than cosmetics, and is also why they’re the preferred choice of skincare professionals. Cosmeceutical skincare is extremely results driven and provides visible changes to skin.
Cosmeceuticals aren’t just for those who have difficulty with their skin. By reaching deep into your skin, these products can offer deep hydration, stimulate collagen and re-texturise the skin. They’re also great to use after other beauty treatments such as microdermabrasion or a facial peel, as they can help sooth the skin and regenerate quickly.
By investing in cosmeceuticals, you’re actually investing in your current and future self - and that’s the real difference!
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