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Whatever your age, there is always a routine adapted to your skin

No matter what your age, you need to take care of your skin to keep it healthy, vibrant and youthful. Your skin care needs will change the course of your life. Here are my top suggestions and skincare ritual choices for beautiful skin at any age.

Your twenties are a great time to start developing good skin care habits. At 20, a simple regimen of cleansing, toning, exfoliating, moisturizing, and sun protection may be all you need. Add a vitamin C serum to your daily regimen for a preventative measure that will help you avoid free radical damage.

Your life is probably quite hectic in your 30s, whether it's work or family obligations or both. Your eyes are one of the first places to show your fatigue and the first signs of aging. If you don't already have one, invest in a quality gentle eye cream or serum that addresses puffiness, dark circles, and the very first fine lines.

Your 30s are often when you start to see the first signs of aging in the form of fine lines and loss of radiance. To address this, add a vitamin C serum and consider incorporating a retinol product. Also, add a specific nighttime skin care product.

During midlife, your skin can become very sensitive to the sun and you may be prone to hyperpigmentation, in the form of skin discoloration and age spots. Protect your skin by using a high-quality, natural-based SPF30 sunscreen daily, and don't forget your hands, arms, neck, and chest in addition to your face.

Due to hormonal changes, your skin often lacks moisture in your 50s. Double the use of a serum with a moisturizing cream. Hyaluronic acid can help firm the skin and provide much-needed moisture. Remember, it's all about creating a barrier and retaining moisture by using a layer of moisturizing and treating products. You are giving the first product, like the HA serum, a chance to be absorbed before applying the second layer.

If you're 60+, keep it up. A lifetime of healthy skin care habits can result in skin that looks younger than its actual age. But it's never too late to start or improve your commitment to healthy skin. Retinol serum, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid should be the mainstay of your skin care routine.

True beauty is eternal and timeless because it resides within you. However, you can make that inner beauty shine by taking care of your skin, no matter what decade you live in. It's an action that will continue to pay off throughout your life.

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Top 3 Tips to protect against sun damage

Today most of us are aware of the potential dangers of sun over-exposure especially where cancer is concerned, but Sun damage also causes premature aging of the skin. Collagen and elastin in your skin helps keep it tight and wrinkle free, but the ultraviolet light in the sun's rays breaks down these fibers resulting in loose, thin, wrinkled and crepey skin and more. Learn more >

TIP #1

Choose a mineral sunscreen.   It can be overwhelming to select the right sunscreen, as hundreds are on the market. Therefore, I narrow my choice by only considering mineral sunscreens. Chemical sunscreens use chemicals to prevent UV rays from entering your skin by absorbing the rays with a chemical reaction. Mineral sunscreens use mineral particles to avoid UV rays from entering your skin, with a combination of absorbing, scattering, and reflecting the rays.

There is concern about the safety of chemical sunscreens. According to the EWG's Guide to Sunscreens, in recent FDA testing, all non-mineral sunscreen chemicals absorbed into the body could be measured in blood after just a single-use. In addition, many have been detected in breast milk and urine samples. These findings are troubling because they show sunscreen chemicals circulating in the blood. The FDA has indicated that the agency does not have enough information to determine whether the chemicals are causing harm.

Chemical sunscreens often have more ingredients to provide broad-spectrum coverage from UV rays, including preservatives, dyes, and fragrances, which can cause skin irritations. 

Dr. Cynthia Bailey, MD, board-certified dermatologist, scientist, and wellness expert, does not recommend chemical sunscreen. "Over the course of my career, I have seen chemical sunscreens fail to provide reliable UV protection for my patients under real use conditions," she says. "I see surprise sunburns, tanning, and darkening of freckles during their skin exams—all of which indicate DNA skin damage."

"Physical sunscreens, on the other hand, have proven much more reliable," Bailey continues. The FDA has said that only two active sunscreen ingredients are recognized as safe and effective: These are the physical sunscreen UV filters zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. All others, meaning all chemical sunscreen UV filters, need further study. I don't recommend chemical sunscreens."

So, while chemical sunscreens are more readily available and often don't leave a white cast, it's essential to read the ingredients label. Safe ingredients to look for in sunscreen are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.

TIP #2

Choose a sunscreen with SPF between 15 and 50.   In theory, sunscreen with a super-high SPF should give you the best protection against damaging UV radiation. But, according to experts, in practice, it doesn't work that way.

High-SPF sunscreens give you only slightly better protection than sunscreen with SPF 50, according to the Annual Sunscreen Report by the Environmental Working Group (EWP). At worst, they could give you a false sense of security and make you spend more time in the sun, upping your chance for burns and skin cancer. According to the EWG and the Skin Cancer Foundation, SPF 30 blocks nearly 97% of UVB radiation, SPF 50 blocks about 98%, and SPF blocks about 99%.

The EWG recommends choosing sunscreens within the SPF 15-50 range, applying a liberal coating, and reapplying every two hours and any time after swimming, toweling off, or excessive sweating. And, as I remind all of my daughters, do not forget to put sunscreen on your hands. 

TIP #3

Protect from UVA Damage with Copper Peptides.  

Even with a good sunscreen, too much sun can overwhelm the system's protective system. As the dose of UV radiation increases, the skin's antioxidant defenses get overwhelmed. As a result, free radicals form and cause cellular damage, such as oxidation modification of proteins and cellular DNA.

While free radicals and the sun's UV rays damage the skin's ability to regenerate, copper peptides can positively impact skin fibroblasts (cells that generate connective tissue), potentially combating UV damage to the skin barrier. 

""I use Restoracell with copper peptides as a repair instead of a sunscreen per se,” says Dr. Turner. “It's a protection that allows your cells to go through DNA repair versus a sunscreen."

According to Dr. Suzanne Turner, MD, the Senior Physician at Vine Medicine in Atlanta and a specialist in cellular medicine and longevity, "The research is being done now with copper peptides, especially with irradiated skin and radiation in general. When you're out in the sun, damage occurs to radiated skin. The presence of copper peptides initiates the DNA repair process."

BONUS TIP Apply Restoracell and sunscreen when driving. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, while glass blocks UVB rays pretty well, it doesn't block UVA rays. Windshields are treated to shield drivers from some UVA, but side, back, and sunroof windows usually aren't. So when you're in your car, you should protect yourself and your family from the sunlight shining through the glass. (I keep sunscreen in my car for that purpose). 

The same holds for windows on airplanes, trains, and buses. Have you ever felt like you're burning up sitting on the sunny side by an airplane window? Yes, you're being bombarded by UVA up there, too, and maybe even more so because of being at a high altitude. (Airline pilots and crew members tend to get more skin cancer than people in other professions.) skincancer.org/blog

To give yourself the best protection and repair while enjoying time in the sun, apply Restoracell with copper peptides, then follow with a good, mineral-based sunscreen with SPF between 15 and 50. And, don't forget the shade, hats, sunglasses, and clothing are part of the protection.

Best practice

Generally speaking, sunscreen should go on last—after eye cream, serum, moisturizer, and anything else you apply during your morning skincare routine. Apply makeup after sunscreen. (Wait a few minutes for it to absorb completely before reaching for your foundation.)

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BLUE LIGHT AND FREE RADICAL DAMAGE TO THE SKIN

Have you ever imagined how often during the day you look at your mobile device, work at your computer and watch TV? On average, an active, modern social person looks at a mobile phone screen about 150 times. Each of these devices emits blue light that penetrates deep into the skin, permanently damaging it and promoting aging. The damage to the skin is devastating – collagen and extracellular matrix are degraded, which results in deep wrinkles, the skin becomes dry and dehydrated, its elasticity is lost, and the biological functions of the skin – barrier function, receptor functions, thermoregulatory and aesthetic functions – weaken.

We know very well the damage to the skin caused by UV radiation and try to protect it by using SPF protective filters, but do we protect the skin from blue light!?

What is blue light or HEF and how does it harm the skin?

HEF is high-energy visible light, also called blue light, whose wavelength is between 400 and 500 nm and the damage caused by blue light is similar to that caused by UVA radiation. Blue light triggers biochemical processes in the skin known as oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is an imbalance in the skin between the total amount of free radicals and antioxidants – the result is the accumulation of free radicals, which changes cellular DNA and can cause serious changes in skin quality, and even the development of diseases. Blue light increases the skin’s sensitivity to hyperpigmentation through oxidative stress, resulting in pigment spots. It is important to remember that blue light can penetrate (act) deeper into the skin, and dermis and cause longer and stronger damage to the skin.

Oxidative stress is caused by blue light and its effect on skin quality and aesthetic function.  Oxidative stress affects collagen biosynthesis by involving matrix metalloproteinases that degrade collagen. In addition, small fragments of collagen block the synthesis of new collagen. It is an essential component of the skin aging process. Premature skin aging is associated with structural changes in the skin:- skin becomes thinner;- functional skin condition weakens;- the skin is unable to perform its normal, biological functions, i.e., barrier function, immune function, receptor function, and thermoregulatory function. Basically, free radicals or reactive oxygen species are xenobiotic degradation products and metabolites. Xenobiotics include medicines, cosmetics, chemicals, synthetic vitamins, and dietary components. Latent inflammation caused by free radicals due to blue light accumulates inflammatory cytokines such as IL-1 and IL-6, as well as activates matrix metalloproteases (MMPs), which directly damage the skin’s collagen fibres and weaken the skin’s tone. The skin has its own antioxidant system that helps to fight oxidative stress and existing free radicals, mainly glutathione and carotenoids. Because we often use devices that emit blue light (mobile phones, tablets, computers), as well as there are many additional external factors, such as UV light, polluted external environment and air, the skin is rapidly depleting its endogenous resources, and we need extra protection. Melanocytes in cutaneous epidermal cells form pigment accumulation, which is provoked by blue light. This pigmentation can be divided into two types: early grey pigments, which are slightly greyish and form immediately after exposure to blue light, and deep (late) pigment accumulation, which occurs after prolonged exposure for weeks.

Photodamaged skin is characterized not only by skin depigmentation, dark and light skin patches, and uneven skin tone but also by changes in skin quality – the skin becomes dry and dehydrated, wrinkles appear, and its elasticity is lost.  The topicality of the problem of blue light and photoaging is related to the fact that the functional condition of the skin deteriorates – the biological functions of the skin – barrier function, receptor functions, thermoregulatory and aesthetic functions – weaken. Clinical signs of photoaging include dry skin, decreased skin elasticity, the appearance of wrinkles and creases, skin peeling, skin discoloration, and pigmentation disorders.

Signs of photoaging:- “Age” spots or pigmented areas on the skin caused by an increased number of pigment cells (melanocytes) in the epidermis as a result of UV radiation;- Deep wrinkles on the skin;- Yellowing of the skin;- Thickened skin;- Appearance of blood capillaries on the skin;- Dryness and desquamation.   Protecting your skin from blue light is very important. Special products protect the skin from the aggressive effects of blue light and reduce the risks of hyperpigmentation, melasma, and photoaging. 

Skin and circadian rhythm is important to note that the skin lives in its own circadian rhythm, which is in sync with our body and the environmental circadian rhythms. This means that if we use devices that actively emit blue light in the evenings and at night, these circadian rhythms of the skin are desynchronized. The skin is at increased risk of diseases and chronic inflammation, including dermatitis, psoriasis, future acute photoreactions, and skin malignancies. The skin under the blue light exposure considers that it is day and loses the ability to biologically regenerate, which must be physiologically happening at night. In this way, the skin does not “repair” the damage caused during the day.

HOW DOES BLUE LIGHT DAMAGE YOUR SKIN?- Accumulation of free radicals in the skin;- Increased oxidative stress;- Damages DNA in cells;- Reduces collagen synthesis and increases its degradation;- Accelerates skin aging;- Increases the risks of hyperpigmentation;- Stimulates latent inflammation of the skin;- Increases the risk of skin diseases;- Reduces skin immunity.

How to protect the skin from Blue Light? Local or topical protection is a must-have and very important when working with a computer for a longer time or if you use your phone often. Protecting your skin from blue light should be part of your daily skincare routine.- UV filters can also help in the fight against blue light, including titanium dioxide and iron oxide which are considered the gold standard for protection against blue light.- Niacinamide or vitamin B3 – can reduce the risk of hyperpigmnetis and strengthen the immune system.- It is important to check the antioxidants in your cream or day protection fluid, which not only protect against skin damage caused by oxidative stress but also help the skin to regenerate and perform its basic functions effectively. One such antioxidant is vitamin E, which serves as a strong free radical scavenger.

Hypersensitive skin, such as problematic and skin with rosacea, melasma patients, skin prone to hyperpigmentation should be treated with special attention. In such cases, you should definitely have UVB/UVA radiation filters in your cream and fluid formulations, but also get sure that it protects and strengthens the skin in the fight against the blue light spectrum (HEF).

MARENCE has created a blue light protection fluid that helps protect the skin from the negative effects of blue light. The active ingredient – Carotolino (containing carotenoids) – acts as a shield and effectively protects the facial skin from premature aging, as well as reduces the oxidative stress of the skin and gives it a healthy and radiant complexion. Beta-carotene, vitamins A, C, E, and K and goji berry extract act as powerful antioxidants and the skin is effectively protected from free radicals. MARENCE’s specially developed Freshwater Green Mud Extract enriches the skin with micro and macro elements, amino acids, and vitamins. Avocado oil and Shea butter moisturize, soften, and improve skin elasticity. Wild carrot seed oil and carrot root extract give the skin a healthy and radiant tone. Among the active ingredients with proven effectiveness in relieving oxidative stress in skin cells caused by blue radiation is a complex of oils and natural extracts:

– Wild carrot seed oil – the oil contains beta-carotene and vitamin A, which help prevent and reduce the signs of aging, as well as vitamins E and K, phytosterols. This ingredient has strong antioxidant properties and promotes skin regeneration and deep rejuvenation of skin cells.- Carrot root extract – is a plant ingredient with antioxidant and conditioning properties. Carrot root extract is obtained by soaking carrots in sunflower or olive oil, which pulls out and dissolves the soluble components. The extract is rich in beta-carotene (provitamin A) and contains several antioxidants, including vitamin C and vitamin E.- Beta carotene. There are hundreds of carotenoids, including lycopene and lutein. When applied topically, beta-carotene is one of the strongest antioxidants.- Sunflower seed oil, which contains an average of 60% linoleic acid, helps to regenerate, strengthen, and soothe the skin. This oil also contains other valuable fatty acids needed for radiant skin, including oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearin, and small amounts of omega-3 linolenic acid.- Goji berry extract – a well-known antioxidant, softens the skin.

The article was written by Dr. Jana Janovska Dermatologist, Preventive Medicine Specialist. Veselibas Centrs-4; Anti-Aging Institute; Capital Clinic Riga; Dermatology Clinic, lecturer at RSU. Regular publications in largest Latvian magazines.  • In 2011, she graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Latvia, obtaining a doctor’s qualification• In 2014 – the Medical Faculty of the University of Latvia, obtaining the qualification of a dermatovenerologist• In 2015 – doctoral studies at Riga Stradins University• 2015 – Obtained a certificate in Luxembourg for genetic analysis, testing and interpretation of genetic mutations• Mastered preventive and anti-aging medicine in Paris for 6 years in a row• During 8 years – guest lecturer at the World and European Congress of Anti-Aging and Plastic Surgeons in Monaco or Paris with scientific research and lectures• Additional studies in dermatology and dermatoscopy in Austria (Graz), France (Toulouse), dermatosurgery in Brussels• President of the Baltic Association for Prevention and Aging• Member of the World Society of Interdisciplinary of Anti-Aging Medicine• Member of the European Academy of Dermatovenerology• Riga Stradins University lecturer, researcher.

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5 Steps to Restore Skin Balance and Reduce Redness

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Nutritional habits for beautiful skin

The second part of the lifestyle habits that lead to healthy and beautiful skin will be devoted to nutrition and its impact on the skin.

Diet is important for beautiful skin. You may not know which foods and drinks are good for your skin. Here are some easy tips that you can incorporate into your daily life.

Focus on nutritional balance

It's important to take care of your skin from the outside with daily skincare products, but it's even better to use foods and supplements to take care of your skin from the inside, too.

For healthy, beautiful skin,

Vitamin A is good for skin health. It is said to have an antioxidant effect and maintain normal skin and mucous membranes.

Vitamin C provides a balanced supply of nutrients that have antioxidant properties and promote collagen production.

Vitamins B6 and E, which are known to be good for skin health, include proteins and essential fatty acids, which are nutrients that make up skin cells.

There are many necessary nutrients, such as: Carrots, spinach, and liver are high in vitamin A; broccoli, paprika, green bell peppers, strawberries, and kiwi are high in vitamin C; and eggs, meat, and fish are high in protein. It is challenging to maintain a healthy balance of nutrients. You must eat well. Supplements are only supplements, so it is recommended to use them well without relying on them.

Constipation is also a great enemy of beautiful skin. To relieve constipation, it is important to prepare the intestinal environment, so it is a good idea to take fermented foods like natto and eat foods rich in dietary fiber like sweet potatoes and burdock root.

Rethink your daily eating habits. Aim for a balanced diet. Avert food imbalances and overeating. Adopt a lifestyle that does not hold back bowel movements.

Consume hot beverages

It is good to be mindful of regular consumption of hot beverages, as warming up your body tends to improve your metabolism.

Beverages that do not contain caffeine are recommended. Find something you feel comfortable drinking, such as plain water, barley tea, or herbal tea.

If you're having trouble getting into the habit of drinking hot beverages, it's a good idea to start by drinking beverages that don't cool your body, such as those at room temperature or without ice.

The timing of your hydration is also important. Instead of drinking it all at once, consider taking it frequently throughout the day.

When skin lacks moisture, it tends to become dry, sensitive, and prone to roughness. Especially when you're sleeping, you sweat unexpectedly, so you may be low on water without knowing it. It's a good idea to get into the habit of drinking water before you go to bed at night and as soon as you wake up in the morning.

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