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Ways to reduce and prevent wrinkles

As skincare experts with over 65 years’ experience in the professional beauty industry, we are always asked our advice and we’d love to share our knowledge and experience with you all.

The truth is that you can’t prevent the onset of wrinkles

Wrinkles are part of the ageing process and part of what nature intended.
Your genetics play a part in how your skin ages, but ageing is not just about lines and wrinkles, its about loss of skin tone, muscle tone and the morphological changes in your bone structure and the slowdown of cellular communication and the ability of your skin to produce natural oils.

It’s also about more superficial things such as open pores, pigmentation marks and the deterioration of your skin’s barrier to the outside world which may lead to dehydration of your skin.

That’s the big picture of skin ageing but don’t panic there are lots of ways we can ensure your skin looks and acts more youthfully.

Unfortunately, the more ‘vices’ you have the more TLC you will have to commit to looking after your skin throughout your late 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and beyond. Smoking, caffeine, alcohol, UV radiation, sunbeds, pollution and blue light all have an impact on how your skin ages. We need to take a holistic approach to keep our bodies healthy as well as our skin cared for.

Here are the top 10 Katherine Daniels expert tips to help keep the signs of ageing at bay:

  • Eat a healthy diet, lots of ‘non dense’ foods. Fruit and veg are ideal as these contain lots of water.
  • Limit your sugar intake, sugar plays havoc with the flexibility of your collagen and elastin fibres, which effects the strength and tone of your skin.
  • Drink plenty of water, it supports your vital organs first and your skin second.
  • What goes on must come off – makeup, don’t sleep in it – EVER! Read our previous blog “Sleeping in your make-up and why it’s not the best idea” here.
  • Exfoliate your skin weekly; once a week is enough, twice a week is maximum. Removing dead skin cells will encourage your skin to produce new ones, a natural anti-ageing effect, over exfoliating may damage healthy cells. Read our blog “How often should I exfoliate?” here.
  • Find a skincare regime that works for your lifestyle and commit to practicing it twice daily. Dedication of this must become a way of life for you.
  • Use a broad-spectrum SPF daily, come rain or shine. A product that also protects your skin against the damaging and ageing effects of pollution and blue light will become your BFF.

Our Daily DNA Defence SPF30 is a weightless coat of armour for your skin’s protection.

  • Regular facial treatments – Professional treatments give you a complete skin overhaul. Choose what works for your time and budget and make sure that the salon you use includes your neck and décolleté as part of your treatment (insist on it). You’ll never look back and you’ll also gain some valuable ‘me time’.
  • Get your beauty sleep, your body needs it – 3-4 hours sleep prior to 1am to enable your bodies repair mechanisms to work efficiently, so bed by 10pm is ideal.
  • Finally, the older you get the more care of your skin you’ll have to take but this doesn’t have to mean long and complicated regimes, but it will mean better skin for life.

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.