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That summer glow can look very attractive, skin conditions such as acne, pigmentation, previous skin damage is very often camouflaged by a tan.
Unfortunately, despite the sun having lots of health benefits. Long-term effects of ultraviolet radiation exposure or overexposure to the sun can lead to premature ageing and skin cancer. The sun’s UV rays reach the DNA within the cells in your skin and cause them to malfunction.
Skin cancer is caused by abnormal growth of the cells nearest the skin, squamous, basal and melanocytes. Squamous and basal cells form non melanoma skin cancer while melanocytes cells which give the skin its pigment or colour form melanoma skin cancer. Basal cell cancers (BCC) are more strongly related to acute sun burn events in childhood and intermittent adult exposure while squamous cell cancer (SCC) is mostly a result of chronic long term occupational sun exposure.
According to the @IrishCancerSociety, Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Ireland with over 13,000 cases diagnosed annually. The annual rates of both melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers are increasing and are set to double by 2040.
The main cause of skin cancer is ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight. Sun exposure is the best natural source of Vitamin D and is important for good general health. We can all enjoy the outdoors but we just need to think about how we protect our skin when outside.
You can reduce your risk of skin cancer by wearing protective clothing when you go outdoors and reapplying sunscreen throughout the day. You can also wear protective accessories like sunglasses to shade your skin and eyes from ultraviolet radiation.
When you think about damage caused by the sun, it's the high intensity radiation that's causing the damage to the skin barrier, ceramides form part of that barrier. So ceramides can also help rectify a damaged skin barrier. A damaged skin barrier can result in itchiness, dryness, redness, sensitivity and even breakouts. This damage allows the skin to become more compromised, more reactive to skin ingredients and skin treatments.
SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2
KCeutic by @Dermaceutic is a great option for dry , irratated skin . We see this cream as a band aid for this skin type. This cream contains a combination of ingredients designed to repair (glycoprotein and hyaluronic acid), moisturise (shea butter), protect (vitamin E and SPF 50), and soothe (K Complex). It also provides complete sun protection (SPF 50 - UVA/UVB barriers):
- K Complex - Features soothing agents essential to combat inflammation
- Glycoprotein - Favours the development of keratinocytes and the cohesion of fibroblasts while regenerating the skin
- Vitamins C and E - With renowned antioxidant properties, this combination of vitamins combats the signs of photoageing and limits their appearance.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/dermaceutic-k-ceutic
Excess sun exposure can result in visible damage such as pigmentation, dry skin, dull skin , breakouts , lines and wrinkles. All is not lost through as there is a lot that can be done to restore and rectify the damage once caught in time .
The gold standard for addressing lines , wrinkles and pigmentation is retinoids, including retinol, retinal, treatinoin, and retinaldehyde.
Retinol .
Retinol is the most researched skincare ingredient and touted as being the gold standard in anti-ageing . A protective ingredient to prevent more wrinkles and age spots from forming, retinol has many anti-ageing benefits. An antioxidant with the ability to correct damaged messages sent to your skin’s DNA . Retinol is a must-have ingredient, especially for skin over the age of 40, as we loose collagen at a rate of 1% per year from our mid twenties- more if you smoke or do not have a healthy diet and have experienced excessive UV exposure. It helps to resurface, brighten, and even out dark spots or hyperpigmentation. A type of retinoid made from vitamin A, retinol, permeates the epidermis to help neutralise free radicals and boost collagen production.
Remember to address any skin sensitivity before introducing retinol. Go slowly to begin possibly only using once a week, building up to more regular use as your skin builds tolerance. Use pm only as retinol is photoreactive to Sunlight exposure. Always use a good quality broad spectrum SPF .
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/skinceuticals-retinol-0-3-30ml
Glycolic Acid .
As we age, our collagen production slows down, and products with gycolic acid as an ingredient can help boost this essential protein for a more youthful complexion. This common skincare ingredient has many skincare benefits like smoothing fine lines and improving your face's tone and texture. It is a type of alpha hydroxy acid that helps to remove the top layer of skin cells, revealing smoother, brighter skin.Glycolic acid is great for exfoliating the skin. It helps to speed skin healing which can help reduce hyperpigmentation. This ingredient is able to penetrate the skin well, and works to dissolve lipids that hold the top layer of skin together. Glycolic encourages new skin cell renewal which can help to reveal the new skin, promoting a more even skin tone overall.
Glycolic Renewal skin wash
SkinCeuticals Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight - 50ml
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/skinceuticals-glycolic-10-renew-overnight-50ml
Antioxidant rich broad spectrum SPF 50
Dual-action sunscreen which helps prevent melanin production.Protects and corrects the skin. Contains Niacinamide. Alongside state-of-the-art chemical and mineral UV filters, this lightweight sunscreen is also formulated with 1% Tranexamic Acid and 2% Niacinamide, to actively target the appearance of dark spots and discolouration. Tranexamic Acid helps to inhibit the production of melanin within the skin, while Niacinamide brightens uneven tone and prevents the transfer of melanosomes to the surface, to maintain an even and radiant complexion all year round.Suitable for all skin types, apply a generous amount to clean dry skin on the face and neck every morning for best results.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/advanced-brightening-uv-defence-spf-50
Both sun exposure and sun products can clog pores and trigger breakouts. You can continue to use your retinol during summer at night - be aware to always wear SPF . Ingredients such salicylic are excellent for clarifying skin . Be aware not to use too many active ingredient at the same time . Seek advice - we are happy to assist.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/skinceuticals-blemish-age-defense-30ml
SkinCeuticals Glow Kit, is a limited edition kit featuring Glycolic Renewal Cleanser, Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight, and Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. This Kit combines our newest Glycolic Acid products with our bestselling anti-aging cream Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2.
Suitable for dry, normal, oily and combination skin types.
Every SkinCeuticals Glow Kit purchased comes with a complimentary SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Defence SPF 50+ Very High Protection
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/skinceutical-glow-kit
Vitamin C
Your antioxidant vitamin C is essential used daily .
Research shows that ageing skin is the result of more than just years on the calendar. Exposure to environmental elements like sunlight, smoke, and air pollution causes photo-ageing in skin, which can contribute to the appearance of lines, wrinkles, and skin discolouration.
A comprehensive preventive program can help prevent environmental damage as well as the onset of more serious skin conditions. Studies show that sun protection, an essential first line of defence, only block up to 55% of damaging free radicals that cause chemical reactions in skin. Studies prove that Vitamin C effectively reinforces the skin’s natural protection against the free radicals generated when skin is exposed to environmental assaults. SkinCeuticals has developed a full menu of Vitamin C based formulas for all skin types — designed to help reinforce skin’s natural protection against free radicals.
C E Ferulic® A patented daytime vitamin C serum that delivers advanced environmental protection and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness, and brightens skin’s complexion. Now clinically proven to reduce combined oxidative damage from free radicals generated by UV, Ozone, and Diesel Exhaust by up to 41%. U.S. Patent No. 7,179,841.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/products/skinceuticals-c-e-ferulic®-30ml
SkinCeutical serum 10 - Ideal for sensitive skin types, or new users to SkinCeuticals Vitamin C serums, Serum 10 helps to reinforce skin’s natural protection against free radicals. This lightweight, fast-absorbing serum combines ferulic acid with 10% pure vitamin C. Serum 10 uses Duke-patented vitamin C technology formulated at the precise pH and concentration.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/collections/skinceuticals/products/skinceuticals-serum-10-30ml
Research shows that ageing skin is the result of more than just years on the calendar. Exposure to environmental elements like sunlight, smoke, and air pollution causes photoageing in skin, which can contribute to the appearance of lines, wrinkles, and skin discolouration.
A comprehensive preventive program can help prevent environmental damage as well as the onset of more serious skin conditions. Studies show that sun protection, an essential first line of defence, only block up to 55% of damaging free radicals that cause chemical reactions in skin. Studies prove that Vitamin C effectively reinforces the skin’s natural protection against the free radicals generated when skin is exposed to environmental assaults. SkinCeuticals has developed a full menu of Vitamin C based formulas for all skin types — designed to help reinforce skin’s natural protection against free radicals.
https://www.nualawoulfe.ie/collections/skinceuticals/products/skinceuticals-phloretin-cf%C2%AE-30ml
