The sun's rays are one of the most significant causes of premature skin ageing, pigmentation, and skin cancer. In this eye-opening article, we reveal the real impact of sun exposure on your skin — from fine lines and loss of elasticity to more serious long-term damage. Our skincare specialists explain the science behind UV damage, how to protect yourself effectively, and what treatments are available to reverse existing sun damage. Whether you are a sun worshipper or simply want to maintain healthy skin as you age, this article contains essential information you cannot afford to ignore.
Everyone knows the effects of UV radiation, yet many men and women are too lazy to apply sunscreen. A sunburned skin is the direct consequence, but what it does to your skin in the long term will truly shock you! The lorry driver in the photo below has been driving his routes for nearly thirty years, with one side of his face being exposed daily to ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation.
As a result, the man has sustained one-sided skin damage that is irreversible. Even though he was mostly in his lorry, this does not stop UVA radiation — with prolonged exposure, UVA rays penetrate deep into the skin, resulting in a thickening of the upper skin layer. The skin's elasticity and collagen are destroyed. Prevention is better than cure, so apply sunscreen properly when the sun is shining! A daily face cream with a high UV factor is far from a luxury. The sun is, along with genetics and a healthy lifestyle, one of the biggest causes of skin ageing that can be reduced with a facelift or injectables. In addition, the sun also causes skin cancer: the most important reason to take sun protection seriously!