q&a by dermalogica
ask the expert Sally Penford answers your skin care concerns
Q. Coming into spring I always see a peak in customers complaining of skin sensitivity. Is it a coincidence that many of my clients who suffer with eczema and other inflammatory issues are also affected by hayfever?
A. “Ah, the changing seasons. Cold winds subside, spring flowers bloom, the sun warms the air and pollen flies!Many people will itch, sneeze and wheeze their way into spring.
“Most children born with eczema outgrow the flaky skin condition, butmany go on to develop other allergic conditions, such as asthma and hay fever. Could there be an inherited link?
“It turns out that, yes, there is in fact a genetic link between asthma and eczema.A new series of studies by the University of Dundee in Scotland have uncovered a geneticmutation in the filaggrin gene (a structural protein) that can result in all three of these
conditions.According to the researchers, the filaggrin gene defectmay be the ultimate factor predisposing an individual to develop eczema, asthma, and now even peanut allergies. In healthy people, filaggrin is converted to naturalmoisturising factor (NMF).As the skin cells turn over, filaggrin breaks down into NMF which helps the skin retain water inside the cells. In people with the defective filaggrinmutation, the skin develops dry, itchy patches.
“According to theAmericanAcademy of Allergy,Asthma and Immunology, allergic diseases affect asmany as 40 to 50million Americans, and these statistics appear to be on the rise.While we do not have a cure for eczema just yet, it is important to identify triggers andmanage symptoms.
Use products with anti-irritant properties, such as oat extracts, and apply frequently.
Use emollients with ceramides, essential fatty acids and cholesterol to restore the skin’s naturalmoisture barrier.
Sally Penford is EducationManager for The
International Dermal Institute. For more information, telephone 08000 564 544 or visit
www.dermalinstitute.co.uk
Avoid heavily scented products and detergents.
Spring clean your home- wash linens often and put filters on vents.
Avoid hot showers, and alwaysmoisturise after washing.”
Q.With all the talk of low Vitamin D levels among the UK population should I be advising my clients to ditch the sunscreen this summer?
“Anytime there is daylight, there are UV rays, even on cloudy days. UVA penetrates deep into the skin and is the major contributor to skin damage and wrinkles. Both UVA and UVB can contribute to the development of skin cancer – so it’s important to find broad- spectrum coverage for full protection.
Most UV blockers do not prevent sun- induced free radical formation, leaving skin vulnerable to inflammation and premature
aging.Antioxidants in sunscreen formulations may help neutralise those free radicals, fighting potential damage that results in photo ageing. Of course, vitamins themselves may be susceptible to breaking down with UV rays so look for ingredient technology that addresses this issue. Encapsulated vitamins are one way around this- the vitamins are stabilized within a capsule until subjected to UV radiation, after which these antioxidant vitamins are released to work alongside the sunscreens and provide enhanced photo protection.
“So remember, while Vitamin D is essential for health and immunity; don’t skimp on the sunscreen which has a proven track record of preventing skin cancer. A healthy diet, exercise, spending time outdoors and preventing sun damage will yield happy skin all year-round.”
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