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We’ve had some scorching hot days over the past few weeks.

If like me, you don’t have access to a pool, you’ve likely found yourself slumped on the couch, having the occasional spat with your partner when one of you starts hogging the fan.

Those lucky few who can take a dip in a pool, probably already know that sunscreen is essential whenever you leave the house, but it’s worth tossing out a reminder every now and then.

That’s because the sun can really do a number on your skin if you don’t take precautions – just ask anyone suffering from the effects of sun damage.

If you think you may have fallen victim to your carefree youth when sunscreen seemed optional, here’s how you can tell.

Unprotected sun exposure damages your skin in many ways. It degrades your body’s collagen and elastin, resulting in fine lines, wrinkles, and a loss of firmness.

UV rays can also damage the walls of your blood vessels causing visible broken capillaries and redness. An impaired barrier function affects your skin’s ability to retain moisture leading to dry, rough skin.

Then there’s pigmentation (or dark marks) which is caused by an overproduction of melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its colour) which travels from the deeper layers of your skin to the surface.

Many don’t realise it, but unprotected sun exposure can also cause kinks in your DNA. Dermatologists refer to these as “dimers” and, if left unchecked, may mutate in a way that leads to skin cancer.

The good news is that it’s never too late to do something about it.

In fact, the sooner you take action, the better, but you’re going to need to bring in professionals.

At Skin Renewal, they’ve achieved excellent results in even the most seemingly dire cases through their in-office Pigmentation & Sun Damage Solutions.

They’ll start off by assessing your skin’s condition, determining the severity of the sun damage, and then finding the most effective solution.

For example, if you have mild sun damage, you’ll benefit from the Starter Pigmentation & Sun Damage Solution. It includes applying a SAMA peel that improves the look of pigmentation, fine lines, and texture.

For more serious cases, you might be a good candidate for the Advanced Plus Pigmentation & Sun Damage Solution. It also involves an Azelaic Peel and TCA Peel, but you’ll also benefit from a Laser Genesis treatment that will encourage your skin to produce more collagen, improve its texture, and reduce the look of pigmentation.

The best way to know what will work for your particular needs is to book an appointment.

Skin Renewal will then help you create a custom rejuvenation plan.

Let 2021 be the year that you enjoy a more youthful-looking, evenly-toned, and radiant complexion.