Science backed ways to look younger

It has to be said, there are a lot of anti-ageing products out there promising to transform your skin, reverse ageing and eliminate wrinkles. But how many of these products are actually backed by science? It’s hard to say. Instead of pouring money into an endless supply of skincare products that may or may not work, try these science-backed ways to get younger looking skin instead.  Wear SPF UV rays have a damaging effect on the skin – they are a form of radiation, which degrades collagen and hyaluronic acid levels over time. This is why people who spend years tanning can end up with a heavily wrinkled face, and it’s also why hands will often age faster than faces; they are exposed to far more sun and receive far less protection over the years. There are treatments available that will increase your hyaluronic acid and collagen levels, but they are always more effective when paired with good sun protection.  Are you a beauty professional, and would like to offer SkinBase™ treatments? Find out more. Don’t smoke Aside from age, smoking is the biggest factor in the development of wrinkles. We think it is actually quite shocking to see the difference between a smoker’s skin and a non-smoker’s skin. And it’s not just on the face, although the actual smoke and the constant pursing of the lips does make it a whole lot worse. By starving your body of oxygen, the skin all over your body becomes starved of essential…

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It has to be said, there are a lot of anti-ageing products out there promising to transform your skin, reverse ageing and eliminate wrinkles. But how many of these products are actually backed by science? It’s hard to say. Instead of pouring money into an endless supply of skincare products that may or may not work, try these science-backed ways to get younger looking skin instead. 

Wear SPF

UV rays have a damaging effect on the skin – they are a form of radiation, which degrades collagen and hyaluronic acid levels over time. This is why people who spend years tanning can end up with a heavily wrinkled face, and it’s also why hands will often age faster than faces; they are exposed to far more sun and receive far less protection over the years. There are treatments available that will increase your hyaluronic acid and collagen levels, but they are always more effective when paired with good sun protection. 

Are you a beauty professional, and would like to offer SkinBase™ treatments? Find out more.

Don’t smoke

Aside from age, smoking is the biggest factor in the development of wrinkles. We think it is actually quite shocking to see the difference between a smoker’s skin and a non-smoker’s skin. And it’s not just on the face, although the actual smoke and the constant pursing of the lips does make it a whole lot worse. By starving your body of oxygen, the skin all over your body becomes starved of essential nutrients like vitamin A. And that’s without even mentioning the toxins contained in tobacco, of which there are more than 4,000. These toxins attack collagen and elastin fibres in your skin, causing its structure to collapse from within. If you can stop smoking and get yourself booked onto a course of rejuvenating facials (with all that money you’ll save!) you will be amazed at the difference to your skin.

Sleep more

There are times in our lives when we don’t have a choice in how much sleep we get. Having children, being stressed about work, doing night shifts, insomnia, these all make it more or less impossible to get a good night’s sleep. But if it goes on for too long, your skin will end up dehydrated and dull because your body can’t properly detox, and this will eventually lead to wrinkles and loss of elasticity.

See results for yourself

Lifestyle changes are undoubtedly key when it comes to looking younger, but if you’re still looking for a bit of extra help, why not try one of our amazing treatments? You don’t have to take our word for it that our treatments work, so take a look at the before and after results here.

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 Bijou Beauty Room

Client Testimonial: “Approaching 56 and feeling a bit fed up with how my skin was looking, I decided after a consultation with Alison to invest in a course of IPL skin rejuvenation treatments. I could see and feel a difference after the first one but now I’ve had three, I’m delighted with the results. My sun damage is fading and my skin looks smoother and feels bouncier! Will definitely be recommending it to all my friends.”