Why SPF should be a crucial part of your skincare routine?
What if we told you all the skincare steps and products you currently use to fight anti-ageing will do nothing if you are not wearing an SPF? SPF is a crucial stage to fighting anti-ageing and preventing wrinkles.
Within this guide, we are going to discuss why SPF is so important to maintaining healthy, youthful skin to prevent anti-ageing and which SPF we recommend by our clinicians within the clinic.
Should I wear SPF every day, even if I’m not leaving the house?
We recommend you should be wearing an SPF 50 on your face every day, even inside! Did you know the UV rays from the sun can still penetrate through the windows in your house? The windows in your car? UV rays can pass through glass windows, because of this its important to wear SPF inside your home and car!
As we know SPF isn’t just for your face- your hands are also a huge indication of aging so make sure to wear an SPF on your hands every day. Fun fact- Did you know the vast majority of UV hand ageing occurs while driving? Therefore, protect your precious hands with an SPF!
Research shows that regular daily use of SPF as little as 15 when used as directed can reduce your risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma by 40 per cent and lower your melanoma risk by 50%.
Should I apply SPF before or after my moisturiser?
You should apply your SPF as the final step in your skincare routine. Since products with SPF are specifically formulated with certain sun-protective ingredients, layering one on after your moisturiser will help block out any rays.
Is the sun bad for my skin?
Everyone needs some sun exposure to produce vitamin D which helps calcium absorption for stronger and healthier bones. However, unprotected exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet exposure can cause damage to the skin, eyes and immune system.
Furthermore, the sun can be one of the biggest causes for aging therefore you must wear your SPF every day!
‘’I already use SPF every day within my skin routine, what treatments should I have done to help remove pigmentation and anti-ageing from the sun?’’
We recommend having treatment with our Cutera Excel V, as this will help with pigmentation caused by the sun. The Cutera Excel V is a laser device that treats both vascular and pigmentation skin issues.
We currently have an offer on the moment where you can receive 25% off a single treatment of Cutera Laser or 15% off a course of 3!
What SPF do you recommend?
Our clinic sells medical-grade sunscreen with SPF 50 to ensure your skin is protected from the sun at all times. We use Heliocare SPF, which provides ultimate sun protection and offers high-level broad-spectrum protection against UVA, UVB, visible light, and infrared-A. The ingredients of this product are scientifically proven to protect your skin from sun damage and prevent premature skin aging. Additionally, for those who wear makeup daily, our patients have found that this sunscreen does not leave a white cast on your face! Ask at reception to purchase this product.
We are currently offering 25% off a single course and 15% off a course of treatment with our skin care clinicians. If you are interested in removing pigmentation caused from the sun, please do not hesitate to book in for a skin observation with us.
