{"966e4d54-8540-4d35-be11-59c9ca1f49b0":"<p>Isn’t it time to show your skin some love? The skin is our largest organ and one of the most hardworking organs we have. Here are my top 5 tips for boosting your skin’s radiance and giving you a healthy glow. </p><p> </p><h2>1. Wear SPF </h2><h2> </h2><p>Repeat after me: wearing sunscreen is not just for sunny days. Wearing sunscreen is not just for sunny days…. UV radiation from the sun can wreak havoc on your skin, leading to premature ageing, sunspots, and even skin cancer. Broad-spectrum SPF is essential to protect your skin, even on cloudy days. Prevention is so much simpler than trying to treat all the damage of sun exposure later down the line. By incorporating SPF into your daily routine, you are safeguarding your skin’s health in the long-term and believe me, you will thank yourself later! </p><p> </p><h2>2. Clean your skin properly </h2><h2> </h2><p>Step away from the baby wipes. Think about it, your skin is exposed every day to pollution, chemicals, dirt and sweat as well as being covered in whatever we put on it – make up, SPF…you name it. So it really is important to clean your skin properly. Rather than push the dirt around, with face wipes. Your skin deserves better! Cleaning your skin properly does not mean using harsh ingredients to strip your skin, but means using products that emulsify and gently lift all those products off the skin to ensure your skin is cleansed fully, morning and at night. This also encourages your skin to gently turnover – losing those dead skin cells on top and leaving healthy new skin cells underneath. I love the EXFO cleanser from pHformula – it removes all my SPF and any make up, and does everything a good cleanser should do. I have also previously enjoyed using a nice cleansing balm or oil followed by a simple pH-balanced cleanser. Whilst we are on it, Micellar water is a make up remover and not a cleanser – so another little tip would be to not use Micellar water as your face cleanser. </p><p> </p><h2>3. Use a consistent skin routine </h2><h2> </h2><p>Consistence is the cornerstone of effective skincare. If you can establish a daily routine tailored to your skin type and concerns – you are winning. Choose products that are backed by science, with effective formulations and targeted to your specific skin. Stay away from TikTok trends and invest in good quality skincare! Once you have started your daily routine of cleanse – moisturise – SPF, you might want to introduce some active ingredients like retinol, vitamin C or niacinamide. This depends on your skin type and concerns. And remember, patience is key. Visible results require consistent use over time and miracles do not happen overnight! If you are muddled and don’t know where to start, please get in touch to book your online or in-clinic skin consultation. </p><p> </p><h2>4. Bank your collagen </h2><h2> </h2><p>As we get older, our skin renews itself at a much slower rate, leaving damaged and dull skin cells on top. Not only that, our skin produces less collagen and elastin which are really important proteins for maintaining the skin’s structure and healthy bounce. So we end up losing collagen at a faster rate and not replacing it as quickly. Therefore as we get older, our skin becomes more thinner, more crepey and starts to sag. It is important to invest in treatments that boost collagen and gently encourage turnover of the skin to help restore some of the bouncy glow. Treatments include: Microneedling (AKA collagen induction therapy) Polynucleotides, Profhilo® LED therapy Chemical peels Skincare like retinol and vitamin C. </p><p> </p><h2>5. Eat a skin-friendly diet </h2><h2> </h2><p>Diet plays a pivotal role in the health of your skin and there is a whole heap of research emerging into the microbiomes of our gut and skin. Foods that nourish our skin include foods high in antioxidants such as berries, leafy greens and nuts. Omega-3 fatty acids found in oily fish like salmon as well as flaxseeds and chia seeds help to maintain our skin’s barrier – which is particularly important for skin prone to inflammatory disorders like acne and rosacea. And generally, a balanced diet containing fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats will also benefit the skin as well as giving a multitude of other benefits. Finally, remember to keep your skin well hydrated from within, drinking plenty of water and limiting intake of caffeine, fizzy drinks and alcohol. </p><p> </p><p>Would you like to book your consultation? Clinics are held on the Wirral in Bebington, Eastham and Moreton on a wide variety of days and times to suit you, You can book in online below, fill in the contact form on the website homepage, or message me directly.</p><p> </p><p> </p>","83e6b444-62be-401e-aadc-b5db0004e217":[7876]}