Oh Sugar! Is it really that bad?
Does it really cause glycation?
Researchers have found over the years that excess sugar in the bloodstream can encourage a process called “glycation,” which in turn, ages the skin.
What is this thing called Glycation and what does it look like?
Glycation is a skin condition that is usually seen in mature skins (45 years+).
Fifteen or so years ago most skin care therapists used to diagnose this condition as dehydration because in its first stages it can look like a lot of fine lines similar to dehydrated skin. As it progresses glycation begins to form deeper lines that criss-cross each-other and the space in between puffs out like a little pillow.
Without taking action and looking after your glycation your pillows will end up looking like a mattress, so to speak. It is a condition that one would expect in an elderly skin but more and more is being seen in under 30 year old skins, which is disappointing.
What causes Glycation?
The biggest contributing factor is SUGAR and high G.I foods. When you eat too much sugar, over time the sugar attaches to the collagen and elastin in your skin and binds making it brittle and breaks it down as well as destroying proteins in the skin which make it very difficult for the skin to repair itself. When this happens the skin becomes saggy and inflexible accentuating the appearance of ageing. Glycation is also a form of DNA damage. It is responsible for virtually every sign of ageing and really needs a holistic approach when treating it.
Other effects of AGE (“advanced glycation endproducts”) formation include:
- Age spots
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation
- Hardness of skin
- Dull skin
- Uneven skin tone
- Sagging and bagging
- Degradation of collagen
- Inflammation
- Tumors
What’s the best way to treat Glycation?
In all honesty, most people leave it far too long to begin treatments, we all get caught up in life and running families that we forget to look after ourselves. Ideally we need to be serious about our skin from our early 20’s.
Never fear, help is here: Have you heard of Skin Needling (aka Collagen Induction Therapy)?
Well, let me tell you about it!
I can honestly say it is by far my most favourite treatment of all. It’s quick, relatively painless (more of a discomfort really), long lasting and can treat any type, colour or age skin.
Unlike botox, Skin needling will treat the skin which over time reduces fine lines, wrinkles, open pores, all types of scars and even burns. It can also reduce pigmentation and skin becomes cumulatively re-texturised, rejuvenated and restructured, minimising the appearance of ageing, uneven skin tone, uneven texture, imperfections and areas of indentation. Results may be seen even after one treatment.
You can find out more about Skin Needling by reading my blog HERE.
Please feel free to book an obligation FREE consultation to talk about this fabulous treatment and see what offers or packages I have available.
Along with this fabulous treatment I can prescribe the perfect Anti-ageing product heroes for your specific skin needs.
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Email: tracey@37.60.246.223