Skin Profile

MLW

N + W

Normal-Wrinkles

Hydration
Texture
Senstivity

*1 being needs improvement, 5 being excellent

Your Personalized Overview

Your skin profile is a combination of wrinkles and potential age spots. Below are some of the keys to your skin:

Lighter Pigmented Skin - with your skin type, wrinkles can sometimes come with age spots or discoloration, known as hyperpigmentation. You can combat both with an antioxidant infused moisturizer.

Antioxidants and Sun Protection - protection from harmful UV rays are critical for your skin type to prevent wrinkles from getting worse. Always wear an SPF of 30 or above when you know you will be exposed to the sun.

Hydration - dry and dehydrated skin causes skin to look more dull and wrinkles become more prominent. Look for Hyaluronic Acid in skincare products, as it helps draw and retain moisture in your skin cells.

Retin A a double edged sword - many of our clients concerned about wrinkles are prescribed Retin-A by dermatologists. Although it sometimes works for revealing newer, younger looking skin, it can sometimes make skin look dryer and irritated.

Things That May Affect Your Skin

Genetics

80% of your skin is typically inherited. If people in your family generally have dryer skin, then chances are your natural levels of skin hydration is genetic. Although there's nothing you can do about genetics, keeping consistently hydrated with a lightweight moisturizer can prevent most dry skin problems.

Eczema

Given that you have are prone to eczema/psoriasis, your dry skin may ba result of this underlying condition, if you also experience itching and redness. Soothing ingredients are key to controlling eczema, such as oatmeal and vitamin E, as well as destressing. Some inflammatory diseases such as eczema actually have a psychological component, and making a conscious effort to relax can provide relief for some people.

Cigarettes

Smoking can dramatically speed up the aging process. The nicotine in cigarettes reduces the blood flow and oxygen to the skin, which results in premature sagging and aging of the skin.

Hydration

If you do not use a moisturizer in your daily skin routine, your skin may not be getting the adequate hydration it needs to have a youthful, glowing look. When choosing products, look for an ingredient such as Hyaluronic Acid (HA). HA is an extremely powerful moisturizing ingredient, that can hold and retain water in the skin.

Stress

Stress levels will affect how aged your skin looks. This is a physiological fact. Cortisol, the stress hormone, can break down collagen in the skin, which is the protein responsible for keeping a youthful bounce and elasticity. We recommend consistent exercise, meditation, and frequent facials to help relieve stress - you'll not only feel better, but look better as well.