The Best Anti-Ageing Product Isn't What You Think…
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What's the best anti-ageing product I can buy?
It may surprise you, but my answer isn't an expensive serum.
It's SPF.
Retinol, vitamin C and peptides can all help improve the appearance of your skin, but if we're not protecting it from daily UV exposure, we're fighting a losing battle.
Ultraviolet (UV) exposure is considered one of the biggest contributors to premature skin ageing, including pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness.
Why SPF Comes First
Summer is wonderful for our wellbeing but it can also be one of the hardest seasons for our skin.
We naturally spend more time outdoors, drive with the sun on our face, sit in the garden, walk the dog and enjoy holidays. All those little moments of UV exposure add up over the years.
So this month I thought I'd answer one of the questions I'm asked most often...
☀️ Skin Fact
Up to 80% of visible facial skin ageing is thought to be caused by cumulative UV exposure rather than the natural ageing process alone.
UVA vs UVB – What's the Difference?
UVA – The Ageing Rays
UVA rays penetrate deeply into the skin where they contribute to collagen breakdown, wrinkles, pigmentation and loss of elasticity.
They're present throughout the year, even on cloudy days and can pass through window glass.
UVB – The Burning Rays
UVB rays mainly affect the surface of the skin and are responsible for sunburn and can damage skin cells.
This is why a good sunscreen should always provide broad-spectrum protection against both UVA and UVB.
Which Type of Sun Protection Is Best?
Mineral Sunscreens
Mineral filters, including titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, help protect the skin from UV rays.
Pros
Often well tolerated by sensitive skin
Great after professional treatments
Begin working immediately
Things to consider
Some formulations can feel heavier
May leave a slight white cast
Chemical Sunscreens
Chemical filters absorb UV energy before it can damage the skin.
Pros
Lightweight
Easy to wear every day
Sits beautifully under make-up
Things to consider
Some very sensitive skins may prefer mineral formulations
Don't Forget Physical Protection
Wide-brimmed hats, sunglasses, seeking shade and UV-protective clothing all play an important role in protecting your skin.
Can We Reverse Sun Damage?
Although we can't completely reverse years of accumulated sun damage, the appearance of photoaged skin can often be significantly improved.
Ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C and peptides, together with professional treatments, may help:
Support collagen production
Improve skin texture
Soften the appearance of fine lines
Brighten uneven pigmentation
Improve hydration
Enhance skin firmness
The key is simple:
Protect your skin while supporting its natural repair processes.
💛 Vicky's Favourite SPF
The CLINICCARE Dermo Corrective SPF50 Cream is much more than a sunscreen.
It works as a:
Broad-spectrum SPF 50
Moisturising day cream
Primer
Light complexion corrector
Post-treatment recovery cream
It combines mineral and chemical UV filters with niacinamide, stable vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, zinc and antioxidants to help protect the skin while supporting hydration and improving the appearance of uneven skin tone.
Every client having hydrodermabrasion, dermaplaning, skin peels or microneedling leaves my clinic with a sachet of this cream. After investing in your skin, protecting it is one of the most important things you can do.
Its self-adjusting pigments also provide a lovely natural glow, making it ideal for everyday wear, even on sensitive skin.
🌙 Vicky's Favourite Night Cream
For evening skin renewal, my personal go-to is the CLINICCARE Retinol Renewal Cream.
I've tried lots of skincare over the years, but I keep coming back to this one. My skin is quite sensitive, so I love that it isn't heavy or greasy, has a light, fresh fragrance and, thanks to its 0.3% encapsulated (slow-release) retinol, my skin tolerates it really well.
The slow-release technology allows the retinol to be released gradually into the skin, helping to reduce the irritation sometimes associated with traditional retinol products.
Combined with plant-derived squalane, antioxidants and soothing botanical extracts, it helps improve the appearance of:
Fine lines
Uneven skin tone
Dullness
Skin texture
while supporting healthier-looking, more radiant skin.
Remember to wear your SPF every day when using retinol.
✨ NEW! Beautiful Skin From Within
Many of you have already enjoyed my high-strength marine collagen, and I'm excited to say there's now a brand-new berry-flavoured powder version available!
If you've wanted to try it but preferred something you can mix into your water bottle, smoothie or yoghurt, this new option is perfect.
Both the original liquid and the new powder provide:
8,000 mg hydrolysed marine collagen
120 mg hyaluronic acid
Vitamin C, which contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin
Biotin, zinc and copper to help maintain normal skin
Rice bran ceramides
Amino acids
Postbiotics
Marine collagen peptides have been studied for their potential to support skin hydration, elasticity and the appearance of healthy skin.
Both versions are taken as one sachet daily for 10 consecutive days, with the course repeated the following month. Simply choose the format that best suits your lifestyle.
🌿 My Three-Step Recipe for Healthier-Looking Skin
There isn't one miracle cream or supplement that stops the ageing process.
Healthy-looking skin comes from small, consistent habits.
☀️ Protect
Wear a broad-spectrum SPF every day.
🌙 Repair
Support your skin overnight with ingredients such as encapsulated retinol.
💧 Nourish
Feed your skin from within with a balanced diet and high-quality marine collagen.
Need a Little Skincare Advice?
If you're unsure whether your current products are right for your skin, bring them along to your next appointment.
I'll happily look through your routine and let you know what's working well, what you might not need, and where a simple change could make a real difference. There's absolutely no obligation to buy anything, I simply want you to get the best from your skincare.
Here's to healthy, protected skin all summer long!
Vicky x
The information in this article is intended for general skincare education and should not replace personalised medical advice. If you have concerns about your skin or notice any unusual or changing moles or lesions, please seek advice from your GP or a dermatologist. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
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