Skin Science and Health – April 14, 2024
Seborrhoea Dermatitis
What is seborrheic dermatitis?This is a common skin condition that causes a scaly rash on oily areas of the body like the scalp and face. The rash can appear on the skin in many different ways, and sometimes looks like another dry skin condition. Manage dietary sugar intake to reduce internal triggers. Sebborhea dermatitis can cause irritation on skin as the scales from the scalp land in the facial skin .
Skin Science and Health – March 09, 2024
Skin Ageing - pro skin ageing.
So what exactly constitutes ageing skin ? The answer depends on two factors: chronological age and biological ageing . Chronological age refers to how old you are based on your birth date, while biological age refers to how well your body is aging in relation to your chronological age. For example, one person may be 60 years old but have the biological age of a 50-year-old because they’ve taken great care of their health and appearance over the years.
Skin Science and Health – March 02, 2024
Keratosis pilaris.
Keratosis pilaris happens when keratin — a protein involved in forming hair, skin and nails — builds up and, along with dead skin cells, clogs hair follicles. These blockages are what cause those small bumps. It is a very common condition with an estimated 40 percent of adults and 50 to 80 percent of teenagers who have keratosis pilaris.
Skin Science and Health – February 04, 2024
Hair Loss and Scalp health.
Hair loss can be caused by many reasons including hereditary factors, poor diet, hormone changes and certain medications.Alopecia is an umbrella term for conditions characterised by hair loss. It is not contagious, though sometimes it can be a sign of other health problems. Alopecia areata, an autoimmune disease, is one of the more common types of alopecia. Not all of them are related to an unusual immune system response, though. Some types of alopecia are related to genetic, lifestyle, or environmental factors, as well as psychological conditions that lead to hair pulling. Treatments for many types of alopecia are the same and may involve oral medications and topical therapies. For some alopecia types, behavioural changes are needed to reverse hair loss. Seek the advice of a Dermatologist as soon as you notice hair loss – there is a lot that can be done.
Skin Science and Health – December 15, 2023
What is Photo Ageing in Skin?
Throughout our lives we are exposed to sunlight and ultra-violet light which is responsible for 90% of the visible changes we see in our skin as we get older. In fact, fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation are all a cumulative effect of photo ageing rather than just our age. So how you can prevent signs of photo-ageing and even stop it from developing in the first place?
Skin Science and Health – November 03, 2023
Age Spots - Causes and Treatment Options
Age spots or ‘sun spots’ are dark patches that appear on the skin. Acommon form of hyperpigmentation, they are usually relatively smalland flat and are brown or black in colour. Age spots typically affectpeople over the age of 40.
Skin Science and Health – October 30, 2023
Do You Have Dry Scalp, Dandruff, or is it Seborrheic Dermatitis?
A dry and itchy scalp is irritating and often uncomfortable. Scalp conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and dry scalp are common problems, there are lots of reasons and several solutions.Anyone can get dry scalp or dandruff; The key is to pay attention to what is causing the scalp condition. Often, these are not isolated scalp conditions. You can have a combination of both dandruff and a dry scalp. Plus, you can also have skin issues linked to the scalp condition. Seeking professional advice from a dermatologist or your GP can help with diagnosing the problem.
Skin Science and Health – October 01, 2023
Pigmentation - Causes and Treatments
Uneven pigmentation is one of the most common complaints skin care professionals hear in the treatment room, right up there with ageing and acne concerns. Not surprisingly, these are typically interrelated — the client with concerns over her fine lines and wrinkles will likely complain about thespot or dark patches on his or her face.
Skin Science and Health – October 02, 2023
Acne - Causes and Treatment Options
Acne is a common, treatable skin condition normally associated with adolescents. In fact, 85% of teen boys and girls suffer with acne. However, acne also affects children and adults of all ages. 51% of women in their 20s, and 35% of women in their 30s suffer with acne.
Skin Science and Health – September 17, 2023
WHAT IS ULTRAVIOLET RADIATION?
We are used to hearing about sun exposure and the damage that it can do to your skin. From skin cancer to sun related ageing , it can take its toll on the body. However, it is important to keep in mind that not all sun exposure is bad and, if done in moderation, can be good for you and your body. However, before we get into the benefits, we should note that moderation is key here. Everyone should still take the proper precautions to protect themselves from Ultraviolet radiation, UV whenever they go outside and are at risk of being exposed to higher-than-safe radiation levels from the sun.
Skin Science and Health – May 16, 2021
What Are Free Radicals?
What Are Free Radicals? If you keep up with all things skin care, you have likely heard at least once or twice about how free radicals are bad news for your complexion. But are you aware of why these molecules are so damaging to your body’s largest organ, and what they are capable of? If not, you will want to keep reading.What Are Free Radicals?Before getting into just how much havoc free radicals can wreak on your skin, we must first explain what they are. Free radicals are highly unstable molecules that are formed by normal bodily functions — like breathing, for instance — as well as environmental aggressors, such as UV rays, smoke, and pollution. These unstable compounds look to pair with a missing electron. In doing so, they can latch onto your skin, create a negative chain reaction on your skin’s surface and induce damage to cells. Free radicals have extra energy in them that can damage neighbouring skin cells and collagen.
Skin Science and Health – June 12, 2023
Skin Ageing May Impact Other Areas and Organs of the Body New Research Finds
Taking care of your skin is taking care of your health too, according to new research. Did you know that skin is your body’s largest organ? In addition to being the physical barrier that protects you from external environmental toxins and stressors, skin is an active immune organ at the front line of your body’s defence. New evidence suggests that as skin ages, it releases inflammatory chemicals that could drive the premature ageing of other internal organs. So it turns out that taking care of your skin is not a merely cosmetic pursuit; instead, it is an important part of taking care of your overall health, and may be essential to fending off illness and disease.
Skin Science and Health – May 22, 2023
Skin Cancer and what you need to know.
Skin cancer accounts for most malignancies across the globe. They are primarily divided into melanoma and nonmelanoma skin malignancies. Nonmelanoma skin cancer includes basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. .One in every three cancers diagnosed in the world is a skin cancer.There were more than 320,000 cases of skin cancer globally in 2020, the most recent figures available from the World Cancer Research Fund International.Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Ireland, with over 13,000 new cases diagnosed every year. The National Cancer Registry of Ireland (NCRI) expects this number to double by 2040.Skin cancer is a disease of skin cells. Nine out of every 10 cases are caused by UV rays from the sun or sunbeds. Over exposure to UV rays, which leads to tanning, redness or burning of the skin, causes damage to skin cells. While much of this damage is repaired some remains and can lead to skin cancer later in lifeYou need to use protection even indoors and behind the wheel of the car, as UVA penetrates through glass .The phrase 'high SPF' sounds reassuring, but it may give a false sense of security as a product with this factor only refers to protection against UVB rays, which is not quite enough. So this typically means that you might stay out in the sun for longer as the perception is that you are not burning. In the meantime UVA travels like a X-ray and damages deeper in to the skin. UVA is the primary radiation used in tanning beds. It causes almost all forms of skin ageing , including wrinkles. UVA damages the collagen and elastin in the skin and also generates free radicals.
Skin Science and Health – May 05, 2023
What is Acne?
Acne is one of the worst and most common skin problems in the world. Although acne is generally associated with teenagers and puberty, the fact is that you can get spots at any age. What can you do about them?
Skin Science and Health – May 05, 2023
There’s no such thing as a safe amount of UV light exposure.
Before we explain how SPF is calculated, it’s important to point out that the testing to determine SPF ratings has limitations because it doesn’t always translate to real-world situations. Although the testing is done on people’s skin, the conditions are controlled, and the intensity of UV light is fixed. In the real world (and as explained above) UVB intensity varies while UVA is consistent. The shifting intensity of UVB light impacts how long it will take skin to turn red (burn) with any given sunscreen.
Skin Science and Health – May 05, 2023
What are sebaceous filaments and how to get rid of them?
If you’re seeing small dark spots on your nose, cheeks, or chin, you might think you’re dealing with blackheads. But, if you’ve scoured the Internet for all things blackhead, you’ve likely also come across something called sebaceous filaments and wondered if that’s what you’re seeing – especially if the blackhead products you’ve tried haven’t worked. Blackheads and sebaceous filaments are easily confused because they typically appear in the same regions of the face. They can look similar, too, but they are indeed different.
Skin Science and Health – April 10, 2023
Ceramides in Skincare
Ceramides create a water-impermeable, protective barrier to prevent excessive water loss due to evaporation, as well as prevent the entry of microorganisms and other environmental aggressors, like pollution. Ceramides are critical for helping the skin retain moisture, protecting it from external forces and, overall, permitting it to properly function. Triple Lipid Restore by SkinCeuticals provides 24-hour hydration, which is key for many skin types including mature, 50-plus skin. Skin hydration levels greatly diminish as we age. It also contains lipids, fatty acids, cholesterols and ceramides to give dry, dehydrated or mature skin a plump, radiant glow. It helps texture and pores look more refined as well. Its patented lipid ratio of 2-percent ceramides, 4-percent cholesterol and 2-percent fatty acids intensely nourishes skin and repairs the moisture barrier
Skin Science and Health – February 18, 2023
Nicotinamide may help prevent certain skin cancers
Nicotinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that has been shown to reduce the number of skin cancers. In a randomised controlled trial performed in Australia (published in the New England Journal of Medicine), the risks of basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma were significantly reduced — by 23%. Nicotinamide has protective effects against ultraviolet damage caused by sun exposure.
Skin Science and Health – December 10, 2022
What causes skin ageing?
Skin ageing is caused by two main processes; intrinsic and extrinsic. They both contribute to the visible signs you may see on your skin, such as fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and discolouration.
Skin Science and Health – August 15, 2022
Why We Need Omega-3 in Our Diet
It should not come as a surprise that our ancestors ate a very different diet thousands of years ago than we do today. In particular, they ate a lot more fish than the average human does now. They ate so much fish, in fact, that early humans eventually developed a dependence on the omega-3 that is foundprimarily in seafood—a dependence they passed on to us.
Skin Science and Health – July 16, 2022
Antioxidant to address oily or blemished skin .
A clinical study showed statistically significant visible improvement in skin clarity, skin tone evenness, and post-blemish marks after 4 weeks of using SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF once
Skin Science and Health – June 13, 2022
Free radicals- what are they ?
Free radicals are naturally-occurring, unstable and highly reactive molecules that latch onto and steal electrons, such as healthy cells, ultimately causing a breakdown in DNA of the skin. External factors trigger and increase their production. More often than not, the damaged cells are those responsible for the natural production of collagen, elastic and hyaluronic acid—all of which form skin’s structure and firmness—and the depletion of this can lead to signs of ageing like fine lines, sagging, dullness and even pigmentation. Just think of a cut apple that’s been left out in the air—that wrinkled discolouration is a result of oxidation caused by free radicals. And the same effects can happen to our skin.
Skin Science and Health – May 30, 2022
Rosacea Skin Care
Rosacea and sensitive skin usually go hand in hand; however, rosacea is a separate skin condition that causes pronounced burning, itching, and stinging for sufferers, and this can be exacerbated by the skin care products used. Sometimes called Acne Rosacea, it is a non-contagious skin inflammation that exclusively affects the face.
Skin Science and Health – May 30, 2022
Skin and The Skin Barrier
Blemishes, rosacea, and acne flare-ups can be a sign of a damaged skin barrier, as the bacteria that causes acne is more easily able to penetrate the skin. It all starts with the skin barrier. This is the outermost layer of the skin and the first line of defence.
