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It feels good to spend time in the sunshine, but it can take a toll on your skin. That’s because the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays damage your skin and cause sunburns. Over time, these rays can lead to wrinkles, dark spots, and other problem areas.
Throughout our lifetime, skin accumulates damage from UV radiation. UV causes inflammation, premature aging, immune changes, physical changes, impaired wound healing, and DNA damage that promotes cell death and cancer.
The skin layer illustration shows how deep UVA rays penetrate the dermis, causing wrinkles. UVB rays damage the epidermis, producing sunburn and premature aging.
KNOW IF YOUR GENETIC PROFILE SHOWS SUSTAINABILITY AGAINST SUN DAMAGE
Our skincare DNA test provides insight about your skin’s ability to protect against UV protection or if your skin is vulnerable towards sun induced premature photo aging.
Recent scientific studies has shown that the MC1R and STXBP5L genes are responsible for decreased UV protection
We have a robust database of genes and SNPs that determine an individual’s predisposition towards sun damage based on scientific studies for the last 15 years.
Our genetic predispositions play an important role in determining how your skin can naturally withstand under extreme sun conditions.
The SkinLife DNA Test can reveal if your skin has a greater or lesser natural genetic solar protection factor. Based on your genetic profile results, GeneHabit provides you with a unique, enhanced skin care protection strategy specially designed to provide the utmost protection for your skin based on your genes.
Common Disorders Caused by Sun Damage
UV rays can break down collagen and elastin, two proteins that keep skin firm and smooth.
A 2012 study of Central Europeans, for example, showed those with early signs of wrinkling on the neck were over four times more susceptible to melanoma (a type of skin cancer) than the general population. Freckling on the back also showed over three times the risk.
Freckles are flat small tan or light-brown spots on sun-exposed skin. Freckles are more common on the faces of red-headed, poorly pigmented individuals.
Some people have freckles that fade away almost completely in the winter and return in the summer.
Freckles are flat small tan or light-brown spots on sun-exposed skin. Freckles are more common on the face of red-headed, poorly pigmented individuals.
Some people have freckles that fade away almost completely in the winter and return in the summer.
Follow our customized diet plan, treatment, and skin care product recommendations to enhance your skin against sun damage and see the change for yourself.
