Ageing is a rite of passage but one that is not afforded to all of us. Those that have been granted this gift should want (and need) to do it well.
I am ageing.
The years are ticking by, I know this not only by calendar years but also in the way I see things and how my perspective has changed in regards to ageing. I now look at ageing not only physically but as a mindset.
As a practitioner, educator and advisor I am always seeking (craving) the latest research when it comes to ageing. When I am sourcing the latest products, treatments, skin technology for you, I am actually doing this if I am honest, for very selfish reasons. I am wanting this for myself!
So what have I found?
SKIN
Firstly get your Skin DNA tested. This takes all the guess work out of what you actually should be using in the first place. Do you genetically have a problem with glycation (sugars)? Then you need ingredients that will stop glycation topically before the typical skin ‘pillowing’ occurs. No brainer? Start using only what you need.
Getting digital is important. Make sure any professional skin consultation includes digital imagery. At Louise Gray we use the Reveal Skin Imager. This will track your journey and also ensure that progression is being made in the right direction, always backing up your Skin DNA test. These two are inseparable.
LED light therapy not just a disco for your skin. A targeted treatment working at a cellular level triggering ATP ( Adenosine triphosphate), cellular energy.
Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate and SPF is not negotiable, enough said.
LIFESTYLE
Keep active, this is not only in the form of exercise but also socially. Get moving and even better when you grab a friend. Weights can also be your friend. Become a cat but in more ways than one. Stretch either first thing in the morning or after a warm shower, your body will love you for it. If you need to, curl up, a power nap can and will surprisingly revive you.
SUPPLEMENTS
Well this area can be a mind-field but I keep this very simple, these are what are keeping me on track. NZ Longevity Nano-particle Vitamin C, why? For overall health and I increase the dosage when I feel something lingering. Also fantastic for the health of your skin, collagen and elastin support, the scaffolding for a great skin. Bestow Beauty Flaxseed Oil, ensuring a strong barrier function so that whatever life throws at me externally (weather conditions) or systemically (eczema) I have a strong base. Clinicians ViraActive, a must throughout the year especially as we head into the cold and flu season and it secretly has some incredible ingredients in it for skin. Finally my latest discovery is telomere support. Telomeres are the caps that are on the end of your DNA strands and they continue to hit the headlines in regards to longevity. I take one to support the health of them and most importantly if they are not functioning correctly or ‘die’, one to get rid of them as quickly as possible. Tackling ageing at a cellular level! I use One Truth Scientific Supplements for this.
The Louise Gray Skin Care team are very proud to be local and enjoy taking care of our community. Providing guidance whether it be dealing with problematic skin conditions, to managing hair growth or to looking in-depth into age management solutions. We are here to help, make sure you stop by next time you are passing.
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09 528 9010
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