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Skin Longevity: How to Future-Proof Your Skin at Every Age

At RE/SKIN Clinic we specialise in skin longevity, a proactive, science-led approach to maintaining healthy, resilient skin at every age. Rather than chasing short-term results, our treatments and skin plans focus on strengthening the skin’s structure, function, and regenerative capacity over time to stop skin ageing in its tracks.

Skin longevity is about how well your skin ages, not how aggressively it is treated. We are here to help you future-proof your skin.

What Is Skin Longevity?

Skin longevity refers to preserving the skin’s health, strength, and function long term. This includes maintaining collagen and elastin, protecting the skin barrier, reducing inflammation, and supporting natural cell regeneration.

At our Sheffield skin clinic, we take a holistic approach — addressing internal health, environmental exposure, skincare, and advanced skin treatments to slow premature ageing and improve overall skin quality.

Internal Health & Its Impact on Skin Longevity

Healthy skin begins internally. Inflammation, hormonal changes, stress, and nutritional deficiencies all accelerate visible ageing and contribute to skin concerns such as acne, rosacea, pigmentation, and loss of firmness.

Key internal factors influencing skin longevity include:

• Chronic inflammation and oxidative stress

• Hormonal changes, including perimenopause and menopause

• Blood sugar imbalance and glycation

• Gut health and nutrient absorption

• Stress levels and sleep quality

By supporting internal health, the skin becomes more resilient, responsive to treatment, and capable of long-term repair.

Environmental & Lifestyle Factors That Age the Skin

Environmental exposure is one of the biggest contributors to premature skin ageing.

Daily exposure to UV radiation, air pollution, blue light, and harsh weather damages collagen, weakens the skin barrier, and increases pigmentation and sensitivity.

Living in an urban environment like Sheffield means antioxidant protection, barrier repair, and sun protection are essential for maintaining healthy skin long term.

Skincare for Long-Term Skin Health

Longevity-focused skincare is about consistency and skin barrier support, not harsh exfoliation or over-treatment.

At RE/SKIN Clinic Sheffield, we recommend skincare that:

• Strengthens and repairs the skin barrier

• Reduces chronic inflammation

• Supports collagen and elastin production

• Enhances cellular communication

• Protects against environmental damage

Daily broad-spectrum SPF remains the most effective anti-ageing step, alongside antioxidants and targeted actives such as vitamin A, peptides, and niacinamide.

Protection: The Foundation of Skin Longevity

UV exposure accounts for up to 80% of visible skin ageing. Without daily protection, even the most advanced treatments cannot deliver long-lasting results.

Consistent SPF use helps to:

• Preserve collagen and elastin

• Prevent pigmentation and sun damage

• Maintain treatment results

• Reduce long-term skin ageing

Protection is non-negotiable in any skin longevity plan.

Advanced Skin Rejuvenation Treatments in Sheffield

At RE/SKIN Clinic Sheffield, we offer advanced, regenerative treatments designed to work with your skin’s biology — not against it.

BYONIK Pulsed Triggered Laser Sheffield

The BYONIK pulsed triggered laser is a cornerstone treatment in our skin longevity programmes.

Unlike traditional lasers that rely on heat and controlled damage, BYONIK uses cold laser technology combined with pulsed light stimulation that follows the skin’s natural biorhythms.

Benefits of BYONIK Laser Treatment:

• Stimulates collagen and elastin production

• Improves skin oxygenation and circulation

• Enhances cellular communication

• Reduces inflammation and sensitivity

• No downtime and suitable for sensitive or compromised skin

BYONIK is ideal for clients seeking long-term skin health, making it one of the most advanced non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments available in Sheffield.

Microneedling for Skin Longevity

Microneedling is a clinically proven treatment for improving skin quality, firmness, and resilience when performed correctly.

By creating controlled micro-channels in the skin, microneedling:

• Stimulates collagen and elastin production

• Improves texture, tone, and firmness

• Strengthens the dermal structure

• Enhances absorption of active serums

At our RE/SKIN skin clinic, microneedling protocols are carefully tailored to support regeneration without excessive inflammation — essential for skin longevity.

Supplements & Nutrition for Skin Longevity

Targeted supplementation can support skin health from within when combined with a balanced diet and professional skincare.

Common supplements used to support skin longevity include:

• Probiotics for gut health

• Vitamin C for collagen synthesis

• Omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation

• Zinc for healing and repair

• Antioxidants to protect against oxidative stress

A personalised approach ensures supplementation supports your skin without unnecessary overload.

A Personalised Skin Longevity Approach in Sheffield

Skin longevity is not one-size-fits-all. At RE/SKIN Clinic, we create personalised skin health plans based on your skin condition, lifestyle, internal health, and long-term goals.

By combining internal support, professional skincare, daily protection, and advanced treatments such as BYONIK pulsed triggered laser and microneedling, we help you build stronger, healthier skin that ages confidently.

Book a Skin Consultation at RE/SKIN Clinic Sheffield

If you’re ready to invest in your skin’s future, our expert-led consultations will help you understand exactly what your skin needs for long-term health and confidence.

Skin longevity isn’t about reversing time — it’s about supporting your skin for life.

Skin Diagnostics – A Balanced Perspective

In the ever evolving world of skincare, staying ahead with innovative solutions is crucial. Boots, a leading pharmacy chain, has recently launched a skin condition diagnostic app that promises to revolutionise how we approach skin health. Although this app offers some advantages in terms of ease and accessibility, it also comes with some drawbacks.

Our founder Rebecca explores both sides to give a balanced perspective on whether this is right for you and your skin concerns.

Benefits

Quick and convenient. This first thing that does stand out about the app is its efficiency. Users can quickly assess their skin condition with convenience, great for those with busy schedules.

User-Friendly. Deigned with simplicity in mind, it is user friendly and easy to navigate.

Affordable. Cost can very often be a barrier to seeking professional advice. This is a cheap alternative to traditional dermatological consultations making it accessible to everyone.

Professional collaboration. A strong point is its partnership with medical professionals. This ensures the advice and guidance is based on medical knowledge and protocols.

Discreet and private. For many discussing their skin conditions can be an uncomfortable experience. The app offers a discreet way to seek advice, which can be beneficial for those that feel embarrassed about their skin issues.

The Drawbacks

A lack of comprehensive questioning. While the app provides quick assessments, it falls short of gathering detailed information about the users family history, diet, and lifestyle factors. These elements are all crucial in understanding and diagnosing skin conditions accurately, and this omission can lead to incomplete assessments that can be the key to treating a condition successfully.

A focus on medication. Another significant limitation is the app’s apparent focus on prescriptive medication as the primary treatment option. While medication can be effective, it’ not suitable for everyone and for all conditions. Not all individuals want to go down the medical route, by not offering a broader range of treatment suggestions the app may alienate users would would rather seek alternatives.

Conclusion

Here at re/skin our consultations last around 1 hour, this allows a comprehensive approach, taking into account all factors that can impact the skin. By spending this time with our clients at the beginning allows us to not only get to know our clients and how they feel about their skin, but to build a trusting relationship that really is the foundation of getting great results.

In the world of skincare, no single solution works for everyone, it’s not a one size fits all. We need the time to navigate the whole picture when it comes to skin health, this can’t be done with just a photo and a few generalised questions.

It’s about finding the right tools and resources that suit your individual needs, and yes, this app will be right for some people that are seeking a quick, convenient and affordable way to get professional advice. However, it is important to be aware of its limitations and seek other professional services when necessary, especially as the evidence for a holistic approach to skin health becomes more and more apparent in this fast paced industry.

As always, re/skin is here to support you in navigating these options to achieving the healthiest skin possible. If you would like to explore our options or book your skin health consultation then please either give the clinic a call on 0114 236 2393 or book online here.

Is Beauty Sleep Really a Thing?

Good sleeping habits are essential to maintain skin health. Our skin is a renewing organ so it needs the time and rest for this to be done effectively. Lots of cellular functions happen at night and it’s a time when our skin repairs the damage that has occurred throughout the day. Lack of sleep will cause the skin to become sluggish, increase in inflammation and a decrease in collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid production eventually resulting in lines appearing and a loss of tone and volume.

It's important to maintain a good, consistent sleep pattern of around 8 hours per night, this will benefit overall health and in turn your skin too. Avoiding caffeine or alcohol before bed as these can interrupt sleep patterns.

Always remove your makeup before bed and change your pillowcase regularly, this reduces the chances of bacteria or blocked pores causing congestion. A silk pillow case can really benefit the skin reducing the friction and pressure reducing the risk of lines appearing. Side sleeping can also lead to lines and wrinkles forming so where possible sleep on your back.

Avoid having the heating or air conditioning on too high as this can cause a dry atmosphere reducing hydration levels within the skin, sleeping with a humidifier in the bedroom is great for ensuring you wake up with hydrated, plump skin.

Ready to take the next step towards healthier, radiant skin? Schedule your personalised consultation today and let's embark on your journey to skin confidence together. Don't wait any longer to love the skin you are in - contact us today!

What Is Blue Light and How Can It Affect Your Skin?

Blue light is part of the visible light spectrum, meaning you can see it. It has a short wavelength, which means it has lots of energy and can create oxidative stress.

IN THIS HIGH-TECH WORLD WE NOW LIVE IN, THE SUBJECT OF BLUE LIGHT IS TALKED ABOUT MORE AND MORE. BUT DID YOU KNOW THAT OUR DEVICES ARE NOT THE ONLY SOURCE OF BLUE LIGHT? WE ALSO GET IT FROM THE SUN. IN FACT, UP TO 30% of the rays from the sun are actually blue light.

So team this with sitting at your laptop or scrolling your phone for hours, and we would get a pretty continuous dose of blue light all day long.

The Effects Of Blue Light

Although it is visible to the human eye, it can have negative effects on our overall health and well-being.

The effects of accumulative blue light on the skin can cause:

free radicals
inflammation
skin cell damage
damage to the important lipid bilayer that gives our skin its strong barrier
increased redness
pigmentation
dryness
loss of elasticity and collagen
increase in inflammatory conditions
premature ageing

What Can We Do To Prevent This?

So what do we need to do to protect our precious skin cells from this damaging light?

First and foremost, a sunscreen, but opt for one with a blue light filter too. This is sometimes referred to as an HEV filter, and many of the innovative sun care brands will include this now.

We need antioxidants and lots of them. So, look at including them in your diet as well as skincare so we are feeding them in from all angles.

And be conscious of the time spent in front of your screens. If it’s unnecessary, put them down, slap on the sunscreen, and go for a walk.

We have also had a recent new product launch at re skin in Sheffield. This is a brand new supplement from the Advanced nutrition program and has been designed to not only protect from the effects of blue light but also repair the damage caused.

Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatories, helps to inhibit pigmentation and also reduces the breakdown of collagen.

The research results showed that this new supplement gave a 60% increase in protection from this light. As well as a; 19% decrease in redness, a 17% improvement in hydration and a 15% increase in skin smoothness. This was just by taking 1 of these tablets per day for 8 weeks.

Conclusion

If you are concerned with any of the skin conditions mentioned or spend a lot of time outside or in front of a device, this is definitely a must to introduce to your skin regime.

Get in touch with us today if you have any more questions on skin care, or take a look at our products and start your journey to perfect skin.

Do You Have Realistic Skin Goals???

This month I’m talking all about skin goals. It’s one thing I try so hard to help my clients with, but I also have to give them realistic expectations on what can actually be achieved with their skin. Every skin is different so goals and expectations will be different with every client too.

We see so many filtered, unrealistic images these days, and as a skin specialist, I see so many people with misconstrued opinions of their own skin, normally exaggerated further by the use of the dreaded magnifying mirror…if you are reading this and you own one, please throw it in the bin!

The important thing to remember is our skin is an organ that is as individual as we are. Here are just some of its functions:

Protection
Sensation
Regulating temperature
Waterproof
Excretion
Reduces harmful effects of UV
Produces Vitamin D

So, taking all those functions that the skin constantly performs into account, do you really think getting it to look flawless like a filtered photo is really possible????

Now, don’t get me wrong results I see in the clinic can really blow me as well as my clients away, but it’s never an overnight success.

If you have suffered with a skin concern for many months or even years this is not something that can suddenly be reversed, making real changes in the skin take time and most importantly consistency.

It starts with a professional that knows the skin, takes time to understand your skin, and can support you on your journey to improve your skin’s health and work towards your goals, but also someone who will tell you if you are being realistic with what you want to achieve.

In my next blog, I will talk all about the skin journey and what you can expect.

If you’re ready to start your skin journey and work towards your skin goals, its starts with a consultation. Click here to book yours, I am accepting new clients from September. For any questions you may have please don’t hesitate to get in touch here.