Real Results – Get inspired: Watch your skin changing

By Kirsti Shuba

The products you use must be pleasurable to apply. But let's face it the real test is the results you see and feel on your skin.

1 product. 14 days. Let the challenge begin!

Helen knows that following a consistent skincare routine is a big part of having a complexion to be proud of. She is one of the 'unlucky ones' whose skin is visibly affected by her hormones and her diet.

Our 33 year old mum and business owner often sees her skin change week by week (for better or worse), some of which she has no control over.

At the start of the 14 day trial we asked Helen: 'If you had a magic wand, what would you change about your skin?'

Answer: 'Smoother, brighter, glowing skin.'

Results in 14 days? Is this too good to be true?

'Because I use Katherine Daniels products, I know how good they are and how well my skin responds to them.

But changing 1 product for just 14 days! I wasn't prepared how great and how quickly I'd see the change in my skin.'

Day 8 of the trial gave me my first 'wow' moment

'My skin was looking brighter, smoother and blemishes were getting less, day by day! I have dark pigmentation on my cheeks (which came up during my pregnancy a number of years ago). This was getting less too.'

Day 14 and your trial ended. What happened next?

'I am now into week 7 of using the Multi-Vitamin Concentrate. My skin looks and feels amazing.

It's this look and feel which spurs me on to keep up a consistent routine each morning and evening. It inspires me to eat well.

Skincare and diet in combination make my skin the healthiest and strongest. This means when my hormones play havoc, my skin does not respond so aggressively. Blemishes heal more quickly and without scarring. It's damage limitation which is supported fully by the Multi-Vitamin Concentrate.'

How close are you to your magic wand changes?

'I think my skin has improved massively. Blemishes and pigmentation have reduced, my skin looks more even in colour. I've noticed that the fine lines around my eyes are a lot less too. My skin is brighter, it looks healthy and it glows. I am very happy with the results.'

These photographs are of Helen who has continued to use Multi-Vitamin Concentrate - look at her skin after 7 weeks!

A word from our Co-founder Donna Tait

'We recommend using one of our Step 2 - Skin Boost Concentrates for a minimum of 6 weeks and a maximum of 3 months, before you switch to an alternative Katherine Daniels Concentrate. This gives you maximum product efficiency, without allowing your skin to get too accustomed to the key ingredients.'

Donna adds 'by alternating products your skin will get everything it needs to nurture and care for its basic needs. Doing this keeps your skin function at its highest level. Alternating products also means your skin doesn't get 'lazy' with ingredients. This keeps your results maximised.'

Helen's happy, we're happy. Could we make you happy?

If you need advice with your skin, book a 1-2-1 personal consultation at our Virtual Skin Bar with Katherine Daniels Co-founder, Donna Tait. With a professional skincare career which spans over 40 years, there's not a lot Donna doesn't know about skin and she knows everything about our products. Book your 20-minute consultation here.

As the cold months roll in it's easy to think SPF can take a backseat in your skincare routine. But Daily DNA Defence SPF30 is much more than just a sunscreen, it’s your final coat of skin armour, it’s weather protection for your skin.

Our award-winning, broad-spectrum SPF protects your skin from more than just UV rays. It guards against environmental pollutants and blue light
emitted from your screens. Meanwhile, winter’s cold air, winds and rain can damage your skin barrier.

During and after exposure to the elements, Daily DNA Defence protects and repairs your cells DNA.

And more than this, it’s the best make-up primer. Talk about a multi-tasking product! Its lightweight formula sits comfortably under your foundation, ensuring your make-up stays fresh and stays ‘put’ all day.

Keep reading as we deep dive into the benefits of Daily DNA Defence SPF30 and why it’s an essential part of your winter skincare regime.

Broad-spectrum, photostable protection with Daily DNA Defence SPF30

Not all SPF products are created equal, Daily DNA Defence SPF30 offers broad-spectrum protection. This means that it shields your skin from both UVA rays (the ones that age your skin) and UVB rays (the ones that burn your skin). If your moisturiser or foundation contains an SPF it’s worth checking, make sure you’re covered for both UVA and UVB. Many of those products only protect against UVB, leaving your skin vulnerable to the long-term damage caused by UVA rays.

I’m guessing that you follow your daily skincare regime to promote skin health and to keep your skin looking great for your age? Using Daily DNA Defence SPF30 will help you avoid undoing all that effort by providing the UVA protection your skin truly needs.

And here's the bonus: our SPF is photostable, meaning it won’t break down or lose effectiveness in the sun. However, if you're by the pool make sure to reapply every two hours as water, sweat and towel drying can remove it, leaving your skin vulnerable.

Blue light and pollution protection

In today’s world, your skin is up against more than just the sun. Daily DNA Defence SPF30 also shields your skin from two often overlooked threats: blue light and pollution.

Blue light, mainly from our smart devices and pollution in the atmosphere. Blue light and pollution trigger changes in your skin cells, even leading to cell death. Unprotected exposure to these will lead to hyperpigmentation and can damage your skin’s health. Most blue light comes from smart technology, which is used daily by most of us. Pollution is all around; levels are higher in towns and cities all year.

DNA Defence and Repair: protecting your skin at the cellular level

When your skin is exposed to radiation it faces more than just surface damage, your cells DNA is at risk. Daily DNA Defence SPF30 acts like a "virtual parasol," shielding your cells during exposure to harmful rays. But the protection doesn’t stop there. After exposure, your body naturally works to repair DNA damage. Your cells naturally produce an enzyme which kickstarts the repair process of your DNA. Thanks to the powerful repairing ingredients in our formula this process is accelerated up to 100 times, meaning your skin recovers faster, stays healthier and sustains less long term damage.

In summary, wear Daily DNA Defence SPF30 as your final coat of skin armour each day in all seasons and you can rest assured you’re doing your best to protect your skin.

Magical make-up priming

We know that finding the perfect daily SPF texture is a challenge. We’ve been there too. Most SPFs feel like a layer too many, leaving skin feeling greasy, heavy or cause foundation to slide off by midday. This is why we made our product for you. A super light veil, which is suitable for even the most sensitive skin. With no oily or white residue, it’s non-pore blocking and
dries over your moisturiser to become the best make-up primer you’ll ever use, keeping your foundation perfectly in place all day or all night long.

No make-up, no problem

For our men and/or non make-up wearers, our handy pocket size product gives you the same invisible veil and matt skin finish. Skiers, golfers and cyclists will love that it slips easily into a pocket, bag or pouch.

Where else should you be applying your SPF?

Your SPF isn’t just for your face, use all the way down to your décollete and up to your hairline. Not forgetting areas like the tops of your lips, ears, nose and the backs of your hands. These are often overlooked spots that are equally exposed to the sun, whether you’re lounging by the pool or simply driving. The backs of your hands are quick to show signs of ageing, so it’s vital to keep them protected. And if you’re grabbing some winter sun make sure to apply it to the tops of your feet.

How much SPF should you use?

Aim for about the size of a 5 pence piece for each application. However, this should come after Step 2 – Skin Boost and Step 3 – Skin Defence Cream in your skincare routine. If you're planning to sunbathe, apply Daily DNA Defence SPF30 at least 15 minutes before heading outside. Once you're in the sun reapply after 15 minutes for the ultimate protection, then continue every two hours.

And remember, swimming, sweating or towel drying can remove your SPF, so be sure to reapply regularly to keep your skin fully protected.