Most sunscreen can protect you from the damaging effects of UVA and UVB rays, but these aren’t the only types of light that damage your skin. Happily, Helase 50+ and Helase Urban Defence 30 can protect you from all forms of photo aging and even correct DNA damage thanks to a unique combination of cutting-edge ingredients. Ready to take a closer look?
Read More12SepA 2012 study found that even SPF 50 only stops about half of the potential sun damage that causes photo-aging – here’s how we can take care of the other half Well, the cat’s out of the bag now. . .
Read MoreSouth Africa has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, which is why sun protection is not only about keeping your skin looking young and beautiful; it’s about taking steps to prevent developing life-threatening diseases in the future.
Read MoreWe hear a lot about “anti-pollution” skincare but, if you’re living that glorious work-from-home life in the burbs as opposed to dashing around downtown, do you really need to worry about it? As it turns out, totally!
Read MoreWe’ve all experienced inflammation, from the ache of a sprained ankle to the sting of a bad sunburn. While it can feel unpleasant, short-term inflammation is actually a good thing as it produces inflammatory cytokines (small proteins that trigger an even greater inflammatory response) that tell your body it’s time to get busy healing.
Read MoreExposure to sunlight may be linked to skin cancers, squamous cell, basal cell and melanoma. It will also cause your skin to age much faster. Fortunately, there’s a huge amount of research that supports wearing sunscreen daily as the best tool to reduce the risk of skin cancer and prevent premature aging.
Read MoreSunscreen or sunblock? Is there a difference? As it turns out, yes! To better understand which is best to use, let’s have a look at the differences and the similarities.
Read MoreUVA and UVB only make up 3% of the frequency of sunlight that reaches the skin, which we agree are the most dangerous form of sunlight. At Lamelle we have a product that provides complete protection, in that it protects skin not only from UVA and UVB but also from the effects of the full spectrum of sunlight.
Read MoreThe rule of thumb is to re-apply your sunscreen every two to three hours if you are going to be in direct sun, regardless of the SPF.
Read MoreFrom a scientific perspective, sun tanned skin is quite gross: It’s you walking around showing off your skin mutation. Here’s why there’s no such things as “healthy” tan, the 3 big myths about sun tanning and how to get proper sun protection this summer.
Read MoreStudies show how important it is to keep wearing sunscreen all year round, especially since there are other wavelengths of sun we never think of. And you could be doing permanent DNA damage. Plus: The best sunscreen in winter for your face.
Read MoreTo prevent aging in our sunny South African environment, sun protection is critical. Just do it…….Daily. Everyday!
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