Sun Damage

Treatable with: Photorejuvenation / Chemical Peels / IPL / Dermaroller

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How does skin age?

The visible signs of aging cannot be fully avoided but can be dramatically minimised. The key is to do it as gently as possible. As far as the skin is concerned there are two types of aging — intrinsic and extrinsic. Intrinsic aging involves the inevitable; as we grow older our skin naturally becomes thinner and drier. Diminished amounts of collagen make the skin less elastic, what used to bounce back begins to sag. Static, deep wrinkles may begin appearing. The rate of these events is genetically determined for each person; the process first becomes noticeable between the ages of 30 and 35.

Extrinsic aging results from exposure to the environment. Extrinsic aging is the critical element in determining who looks older or younger than their biological age. Exposure to sunlight is a key contributor to extrinsic aging. Photoaging occurs when elastin and a collagen breakdown are not replaced, causing fine lines and wrinkles to intensify. Photoaging also causes pigment changes with development of age spots (sun-induced freckles) and uneven skin tone. Spider veins and dilated capillaries are another sign of photoaged skin. Lifestyle choices also have an impact on extrinsic aging. Cigarette smoking contributes to the breakdown of elastin and collagen and impairs the body's healing capacity.

The simplest way to see the contrast between intrinsic and extrinsic aging is to compare skin commonly exposed to the sun (face, hands, and neck) and skin not exposed to the sun (usually on the breasts, inner arms or buttocks).

Testimonials

Shazad Malik (Birmingham)
I suffered with Acne and Acne scarring and it was beginning to get me down, I had low confidence and was always trying to cover my face. After having a course of chemical peels I feel and look great, the scarring has improved loads and the peeling wasn't as bad as I thought it would be and only lasted a couple of days. Now my skin is much brighter and clearer.

Lisa Sanderson (Coventry)
This treatment is brilliant, my scarring has been reduced and the fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes and lips are vanishing with each treatment. My face also feels a lot tighter, my skin looks and feels fresh and smooth and I haven't finished my course. The products I'm using along with the treatment are great, I will definitely be recommending this treatment to friends and family.

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