The 6 Key Skin Concerns
Informed by over 20 years of research and clinical experience, the drNC range is targeted skincare that addresses the 6 most-common skin concerns simultaneously. Given most of us experience more than one of these concerns at the same time, our multi-tasking formulations help you to cut down on clutter and skincare steps, without compromising on quality, performance or skin feel.
Ageing
Ageing of the skin is inevitable however genetics are only responsible for 20% of visible ageing. It's actually epigenetics — our environment and lifestyle behaviours — that are far more influential when it comes to how our skin biologically ages.
Known as the skin-ageing exposome, these 7 major lifestyle factors significantly impact the skin's appearance:
- UV Exposure
- Stress
- Sleep
- Smoking
- Nutrition
- Pollution
- Temperature
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Acne
With acne comes a cascade of physical and psychological implications that can be truly overwhelming. In the search for solutions it’s easy to aggravate the skin by over-cleansing, under-moisturising (or avoiding it altogether) and using unnecessarily complicated routines that can make acne even more inflamed and irritated. The good news: acne is largely a condition of prevention.
The drNC prescription for acne-prone skins:
- A gentle, soothing cleanser that effectively removes sunscreen, makeup and daily grime
- An anti-inflammatory moisturiser to hydrate the skin and regulate oil control
- Clinically proven ingredients like multi-tasking Vitamin B3 and chemical-exfoliant Salicylic Acid to help prevent breakouts and rejuvenate the skin
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Pigmentation
Pigmentation is one of the most commonly complained about conditions and has a significant impact on the visible ageing of the skin, even more so than wrinkles and fine lines. Sun damage, dark spots and uneven tone and texture robs the skin of youthful radiance and luminosity.
The drNC prescription to correct and prevent pigmentation:
- Protect from UV exposure with broad-spectrum SPF50
- Block and prevent pigment production with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories
- Fade dark spots and refine uneven skin tone with AHAs and BHAs
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Sun Damage
Pigmentation is one of the most commonly complained about conditions and has a significant impact on the visible ageing of the skin, even more so than wrinkles and fine lines. Sun damage, dark spots and uneven tone and texture robs the skin of youthful radiance and luminosity.
The drNC prescription to correct and prevent pigmentation:
- Protect from UV exposure with broad-spectrum SPF50
- Block and prevent pigment production with antioxidants and anti-inflammatories
- Fade dark spots and refine uneven skin tone with AHAs and BHAs
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Rosacea
A condition on the rise, rosacea is a vasoactive disorder where the skin is prone to flushing or redness and is triggered by heat, exercise, alcohol and spicy foods. Over time, and if left untreated, the intermittent flushing and blushing can progress to more permanent redness, the appearance of visible capillaries and, at its worst, inflammatory bumps and redness. While it can look like acne, it’s actually inflammatory rosacea and requires a dedicated treatment plan that includes:
- A gentle, anti-inflammatory cleanser
- A calming moisturiser to seal in moisture while protecting the skin’s delicate barrier
- A daily sunscreen with physical, chemical-free blockers like Zinc or Titanium Dioxide and a SPF of 30 or above
- Gold-standard vascular laser treatments like Cutera and the V Beam. BBL and IPL can also be helpful.
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Dehydration
Hydration is vital to regulate optimum skin health from the inside out. Dehydration can lead to dry skin, impact and aggravate the skin’s protective barrier and hinder its ability to recover.
To prevent and protect your skin against dehydration:
- Drink water and eat foods with a high water content (think: cucumbers, celery, watermelon)
- Use a soothing moisturiser, ideally with anti-inflammatories like Vitamin B3, Glycerin and Shea Butter.
- Avoid foaming cleansers and soaps that dehydrate and strip the skin
- Be mindful of what you expose your skin to including cold, drying winds, air-conditioning and heating which will dehydrate and inflame the skin.
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