EXPERT TALK: DERMATOLOGIST ABOUT CLEAR SKIN
How do I achieve clear, balanced and radiant skin? We asked dermatologist Dr. Med Katharina Schüring.
What are the main causes of irritated and inflamed skin?
Inflammation in the body is a defense mechanism of the immune system. When toxins or injuries occur, your immune system sends defense signals to your cells and inflammation develops.
Your daily lifestyle has a big impact on the health and balance of your skin: Are you getting enough and good sleep? Do you exercise regularly? Are you consuming toxic substances such as alcohol or nicotine? Are you drinking enough water?
Your diet also plays a significant role in your skin health. Avoid refined sugar and empty, processed carbohydrates such as white flour. Instead, choose healthy fats (like in nuts, avocado or olive oil), proteins (especially oily fish like salmon), green vegetables (spinach, kale, broccoli) and complex carbohydrates like beans, legumes and whole grains.
In addition, your hormones and skincare routine have a significant impact on your skin health.
You can support inflammation reduction and clear skin with these basic principles of your diet:
1. green vegetables: rich in magnesium, they can help to reduce inflammation.
2. omega-3 fatty acids, which you can find in salmon, tuna, olive oil or nuts, for example, can inhibit inflammatory processes.
3. by avoiding trans fatty acids (unsaturated fatty acids) you can reduce the risk of inflammation in the body.
4 Refined or artificial sugars inhibit the production of elastin and collagen, which determine the firmness, elasticity and purity of your skin. Avoid them as much as possible.
The building blocks for your daily skincare routine for more radiant skin:
1. wash your face in the morning and always in the evening.
2. use natural vitamin C as a valuable antioxidant to protect against free radicals.
3. apply hyaluronic acid to help tighten the skin and reduce lines.
DALUMA's Cellular Resurgence Serum combines natural bioavailable vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to support your holistic skin health.
4. consume collagen regularly to support skin renewal and rebuild the deep layers of the skin. (DALUMA's 6 Elements Skin Repair provides you with bioavailable collagen and omega-3 for radiant skin)
5. use sunscreen every day.
6. check your skincare products for toxic ingredients that irritate your skin and lead to blemishes. The Codecheck app will tell you exactly whether your products are helping or harming your skin health.
Support your skin's natural regeneration and cleansing mechanisms with everyday routines:
1. minimize stress:
Emotional stress is associated with increased levels of interleukin-6, a signaling substance of the immune system (inflammatory reaction), which can lead to damage to the blood vessels.
2. stay active and exercise regularly:
Regular activities such as fitness classes, even walking, can significantly reduce inflammatory reactions.
3. sleep sufficiently and well:
Sleeping 6 hours or more helps your body to regenerate. Sleeping less than this increases inflammatory reactions and irritability.
Holistic solutions for your goals:
Skin care:
Prebiotic Purifying Serum to reduce inflammation and strengthen the skin barrier.
Cleansing Face Mask against irritations and for the balance of skin functions.
Supplements:
Broad-spectrum Biotic 20/5 Billion to strengthen the microbiome of the gut and skin.
360° micronutrient all-in-one solution for the systematic supply of skin-essential vitamins.
Liquids:
Rehab activated charcoal juice supports internal cleansing.
Burning Man Shot supports anti-inflammatory processes with ginger, oregano and cayenne.