The key to a long-lasting, youthful complexion lies in microscopic molecules with phenomenal powers: our DNA. Not only does DNA completely determine our physical appearance, it is also responsible for overall cellular function. DNA wear and tear is the primary cause of accelerated aging.
What does this mean for your skin?
It’s simple: damaged DNA does not repair itself nor function as efficiently as healthy DNA, so interior cellular damage manifests itself as exterior damage, or signs of aging
Healthy DNA forms the basis for healthy skin.
Damaged DNA = fine lines, wrinkles, skin slackening, dullness, uneven skin tone, discoloration (age spots), extreme dryness, etc.
Need we say more?
Aging is a syndrome of changes that are harmful, progressive, universal and, so far, irreversible. Chrono-Aging is genetically predetermined; “good” genes, however, can only reduce (not prevent) the effects of damaging external agents. Up to 80% of skin aging is attributed to Photo-Aging, caused by environmental factors such as UV rays, smoking, pollution, and stress in the form of free radicals. Each of your cells is subjected to more than 200,000 potentially DNA-damaging events per day.
Damaged skin-cell DNA cannot efficiently manufacture collagen and elastin, which are the proteins vital for skin health and elasticity. Due to inefficient protein production, the epidermis thins with age, leading to wrinkles and dermal dehydration. Melanin production slows down, affecting skin and hair coloring. Despite this decrease, however, almost 90% of Caucasians experience deposits of increased melanin that appear as skin discoloration, or age spots.
What to do?
Blast free radicals by leading a healthy lifestyle that includes a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, stress management, responsible sun exposure, limited smoking and drinking, a positive living/working environment and a comprehensive, intelligent skincare routine.
You can apply beauty product upon beauty product, but unless you are really getting to the root of the problem, you are basically wasting your time. Repairing and protecting your DNA should be your primary concern. Support your skin’s natural renewal processes and fortify it from future aggression with a targeted complex of reparative enzymes that neutralize free radicals and strengthen your cellular defenses against oxidative damage. In short, tackle metabolic damage associated with aging and enjoy your healthy, youthful glow for years to come.
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