Sun Protection

FAQ's

• Why is SPF important in skincare?

  SPF is the most important step in your skin care regimen because it can reduce the risk of skin cancer and help prevent signs of premature aging such as fine lines, wrinkles and discoloration caused by the sun. It’s the number one preventable cause of aging, so please don’t skip this step!

• How do you care for sun damaged skin?

  The best way is to create a regimen focused on cell turnover, lightening and brightening. Exfoliants such as Retinoids and Alpha Hydroxy acids will speed up the shedding of pigmented cells as well as promote collagen production. Lightening agents such as Kojic acid, Niacinamide and Tranexamic Acid will help fade pigmentation over time. Antioxidants will also be beneficial not only to prevent future sun damage, but many also have brightening properties. One other step in caring for sun damaged skin is weekly masks or gentle peels designed to give the skin a more concentrated boost of the above mentioned ingredients.

• Should you wear SPF daily?

  It is absolutely necessary to wear SPF every day, even if it’s not sunny out. Up to 80% of UV rays can penetrate cloud cover, so it’s essential to wear SPF regardless of the weather. SPF should even be worn indoors, because UVA rays can even penetrate through glass. There is also the blue light exposure you are getting from your screens such as phones, computer and tablets. Research shows that prolonged exposure to blue light can lead to pigmentation, inflammation and weakened skin cells.