Teenagers and young adults aren’t necessarily aware of the condition of their skin or have the knowledge on maintaining its health and youthfulness. The world is full of information at the click of a button – from a younger perspective, it seems that there is a lot of information about beauty routines and skin care – but seemingly applies more to older generations, focusing on correction and restoring youth. Young consumers want to know the basics, and the why behind those basics. Often patients in their 20’s feel that medical grade skincare products don’t apply to them because they aren’t yet showing signs of wrinkles or sun damage. But – and here is the important part – just because conditions aren’t visible to the naked eye does not mean that they will not appear. Take measures now and build a routine while your skin is still youthful to help delay the development of skin imperfections. Preventing damage now goes a long way in terms of correction you may need in the future. Think of the classic pictures we have all seen of people who lay in the sun day after day, year after year without any sun protection. They tend to look much much older and their skin looks weathered. Start with a good skin care routine and sun protection early to ensure your best outlook as you gracefully age.
WHAT CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE SKIN?
There are multiple elements that cause damage to our skin, but the main contributor is UV exposure. By the time we make it to our 20’s we have already absorbed approximately 25% of the UV exposure (and corresponding damage) that we are likely to accumulate in our lifetime! That does not mean that most of our sun exposure will happen after this point, rather, your late teens and early 20’s are the perfect time to start taking preventative measures and protecting your skin every day.
HOW TO START TAKING CARE OF YOUR SKIN
When it comes to creating good skin care habits, start with the basics:
- Wash your face morning and night. If you wear makeup, the best practice is to remove your makeup first and then cleanse it. By doing this, you clear your face of buildup first and then your face wash can reach the skin and cleanse it more thoroughly. A great product to start with is (https://shop.ultraskinsolutions.com/collections/cleanse).
- Moisturize morning and night. Having a good moisturizer is key for maintaining the health of your skin, such as: (https://shop.ultraskinsolutions.com/collections/moisturisers)
- Use sunscreen EVERYDAY. Sunscreen is not just for beach days. A consistent use of sunscreen will help protect your skin even on cloudy days and help maintain an even tone and texture. Shop for a great sunscreen here: https://shop.ultraskinsolutions.com/collections/protect)
- Schedule regular skin care treatments. Chemical peels, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, microneedling and Hydrafacial treatments all go a long way in protecting the integrity of your skin.
- Drink water. Hydrate your skin from the inside out! Your skin is mostly water, so help it continue its main function of preventing trans epidermal water loss and prevent dehydration.
THE NEXT STEPS
Skin Rejuvenation
Seeing some unwanted spots, or looking to clarify tone and texture? Laser aesthetic services offer a wide-range solution to correct many skin imperfections, not just on the face, but all over the body, including fine lines, wrinkles, spider veins, pigmentation and more. How do they work? Laser treatments deliver radiofrequency energy into the skin to kickstart collagen production. Collagen is the natural protein our bodies produce to heal the skin and give it its youthful appearance and firmness. There are also lasers that vaporize the upper most layers of the skin in resurfacing treatments, and the healing process helps to revitalize your skin’s tone and texture. With the help of lasers your body can repair and restore itself naturally.
Injectables
Laser treatments aren’t the only non-surgical option for keeping skin looking youthful and smooth. Botox, Dysport, and Jeuveau are some of the most popular smoothing treatments that help eliminate wrinkles, prevent lines, and enhance your natural features. Smooth treatments are a great option for consumers looking for natural results without the permanence of plastic surgery. And no reasonable age is too young to begin preventing!
It may be hard to see the need for a consistent, quality skin care regimen while you are still young. However, taking care of your skin now and beginning preventative measures will set you up for success for long term natural beauty – don’t wait to see imperfections appear before intervention. A consultation with the aesthetic professionals at SKN BAR RX will help determine your best treatments and products, to achieve your desired results.
