Sun, Sea And Skin Safety: Preparing Your Complexion In Portsmouth For A Healthier Summer
The summer season can be a real 'stress-test' for our skin, but having a plan to combat common skin stressors can help to protect your skin barrier and shield against issues like redness, pigmentation and breakouts.
As we're based on the sunny south coast in Southsea, we often see the effects of sun damage and have developed a doctor-led approach to help our clients enjoy the summer season in a skin-safe way.
Mapping Sun Risk With An OBSERV Skin Scan And Consultation
The OBSERV skin scanner can reveal an array of different skin issues that aren't yet visible to the naked eye, such as brown spots and UV damage. Skin scans form an integral part of our consultation process because they help us to develop a bespoke treatment plan to address your unique skin concerns.
This allows us to go beyond providing generic advice to use SPF daily and stay out of the sun when UV levels are at their highest to provide effective guidance that will repair your skin and prevent further damage.
Essential Summer-Proof Skincare Switches
Skincare plays a key role in maintaining skin health and many of us can benefit from switching up our routine ahead of the summer season.
As well as making sure you're applying a broad-spectrum SPF daily, your skin can also benefit from antioxidants throughout the summer months. Antioxidants work to shield the skin from free radical damage, helping to prevent premature ageing, oxidative stress and pigmentation.
Additionally, as higher humidity levels and temperatures can increase sweat and oil production, incorporating a gentle exfoliator into your routine can also keep your skin feeling fresh and looking clear.
Treating Existing Sun Damage And Pigmentation
If you've got existing pigmentation and sun damage, there are a number of different options that we can explore. The V30 laser can help to treat broken veins and redness, leaving your skin looking brighter and more even. However, if you're experiencing skin texture or areas of mild hyperpigmentation, microneedling or our medical-grade Perfect Peel may be a better option.
With a variety of options to explore, we'll work together to develop the right treatment plan for you. Plus, as some treatments are more beneficial post-holiday, we'll also work around your summer plans to support your skin health all season long.
LED And Regenerative Support For Sensitised Or Mature Skin
Mature and sensitive skin types can be most impacted by the summer season, but the good news is that there are plenty of gentle treatments that can help to soothe the skin. MediLUX LED light therapy is particularly beneficial for barrier-impaired or sensitised skin and can be used before and after sun exposure to calm, activate natural repair processes and reveal healthier skin.
We can also schedule skin booster or polynucleotide treatments to support ongoing repair outside of peak-UV periods, helping your skin to recover and reset ahead of the autumn season.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does MediLUX LED light therapy cost in Portsmouth?
A single treatment session costs £75, however per-session discounts are available when booking a course of treatments to support the ongoing health of your skin.
Does The Pemberley Clinic offer medical-grade skincare?
We've proudly partnered with GetHarley, which is a skincare concierge experience that helps us to deliver high-quality medical-grade skincare products to our patients.
How much does an OBSERV skin scan cost?
A skin scan costs £75, which is redeemable against treatments or products recommended by your skin expert.
Book A Summer Skin Safety And Sun Damage Consultation In Portsmouth
Now is the ideal time to make sure your skin is summer ready, so please reach out to my friendly team to book a consultation at a time that suits you. You can also ask about integrating your summer skin plan into our SK7 membership program for year-round skin support.