Dr Lancer's tips
- A surprisingly good option for a basic yet effective cleanser is a simple baby shampoo - as it’s so gentle on skin it will remove dirt without irritating.
- In order to prevent wasting money on products that irritate your skin, rub a little of the product on the soft skin on the inside of your arm before you buy, if there is no redness or irritation, then it should be fine for your face, neck and décolletage.
- Keep your skin care products in the refrigerator to extend their shelf life - especially key if you have invested in high-quality, expensive product.
- Always wash your face in tepid water, as hot water and steam wash away natural oils and leach moisture from your skin.
- Get your beauty sleep! Collagen production is accelerated during sleep. If you do not get enough sleep, not enough collagen is produced to replace what inflammation breaks down. Not getting enough sleep also aggravates existing skin conditions - increased inflammation leads to acne breakouts and increased skin sensitivity.
- Commit to your skin regime - to see an improvement you have to be consistent. Without dedication to your skincare regime, the dead cells you remove through the polish and cleanse steps will simply accumulate again, and cell renewal will slow considerably. Skin is alive, which is why you can change and improve it. Stop taking care of it, and it will revert to its previous state.
- Embrace a high protein diet - your hair, nails and skin all need a constant supply of protein for growth and repair. Amino acids L-lysine and L-proline create collagen - and stimulating collagen production is key to younger looking skin. Good sources of protein that correspond to anti-ageing nutrition include: Lean meats, skinless, organic poultry, fish, egg whites, lentils and beans, nuts and whole grains, e.g. quinoa.
- Cut back on salt - although essential in small amounts, salt encourages fluid retention and can irritate the lining of your pores, because excess salt is eliminated through your skin via perspiration, Idoized salt exacerbates acne, so cutting back can really help clear up your skin.
- Cucumber is an underrated super food - the high water content is great for your skin, and the silica in the peel boosts collagen production. Try to find cucumbers that have not been waxed.
1. Polish: Exfoliate the skin's surface to remove dead skin cells, stimulating cell turnover and allowing other products to penetrate properly.
2. Cleanse: Gently wash away the polish, preparing the skin for treatment.
3. Nourish: Treat the skin to promote hydration, healing, and anti-aging benefits.
As needed, you can add in more specific treatments once or twice a day. In addition, every morning the skin should be protected with a sunscreen.