For most patients sun damage occurs at their teenage years. And let’s not even get me started on young patients who refuse to wear sun protection because they insist on getting their skin bronzed and evenly tanned. What a miss conception and what a dangerous step this could be. And then of course it won’t be long before they’ll be looking for the best sun damage treatments to undo the damage to their skin. But it’s not too late for you if you start taking care of your skin today and make yourself aware of the real risks sun damage can cause to your skin. And health for that matter.
How does sun damage your skin?
First of all the sun will damage your pigment cells that will leak pigment into the deeper layers of your skin causing you discolouration. And the damage only continues. Due the sun’s heat you’ll find your skin brittle and dry. This is due to your skin loosing its natural oils that were meant to keep it hydrated and balanced in the first place. From here the door is wide open to other skin conditions such as acne, oiliness, redness and fine lines/ wrinkles.
And did you know that the sun can alter your DNA? While you can treat aesthetic concerns, this type if sun damage is long terms and results in irreversible changes in your skin’s structure. So where to go from here?
What are the best sun damage treatments?
The best treatment is always PREVENTION. Regardless of your desire to have an even and tanned skin, you should never skip SPF. You’ll still be able to catch a colour but without compromising the safety of your health.
But if the damage is done and you are ready to diminish the signs of sun damage you’ll be glad to hear that you aren’t out of options.
As each skin type is unique different approaches may be more suitable for your while certain procedure work better for other. Listed below are the most effective and popular treatments we have apply at Skin Perfection with amazing results for our patients;
- Laser photofacial skin rejuvenation improves skin tone and texture. The treatment has minimal downtime. It’s suitable for a range of conditions including sun damage, wide and localised areas of discolouration. And last but not least ageing skin.
- Laser pigmentation removal is a targeted laser treatment. It’s designed to remove superficial and deeper pigmentation. As well as sun damaged areas on the face, forehead, shoulders and arms.
- Skin peels or resurfacers help to improve skin texture. They’re suitable for a range of conditions. These conditions include pigmentation . In addition they’re available in different strengths with different downtimes according to your skin condition
To learn more about your skin and how to prevent or reverse sun damage, why not visit us at our Oxford Street clinic, in Central London? My Expert team will start with a thorough assessment of your skin.
How to book an appointment?
As the first step of your skin journey at Skin Perfection, you will be invited to attend a no obligations consultation. This will give you the opportunity to get a good understanding of your skin.
Following your assessment a personalised treatment plan will be recommended to address your skin concerns. During your first meeting you’ll receive all the information and knowledge you’ll need to keep your skin healthy.
Contact our team today to book an appointment.
