Here are some environmental factors that can affect your skin:
Extreme temperatures (hot and cold) can cause your skin to become dry or oily. Cold weather, for instance, minimizes the secretion of sebum, causing your skin to dry out. This is especially true for sustained or prolonged cold weather.
Hot and humid conditions, meanwhile, cause your sweat glands or sebaceous glands to produce more sweat and oil. This then leaves your skin shiny or oily. When there is excess sebum, the pores can get clogged, which may then trigger acne.
While moderate sunlight exposure is good for your health, too much of it can damage your skin. This is because the sun emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation that contributes to the accelerated breakdown of collagen and elastin. Prolonged and unprotected sun exposure can cause premature skin aging with the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots.
There are two types of UV rays that can affect your skin:
Tiny airborne pollutants can penetrate your skin, triggering skin damage and other skin issues. This is because pollution generates free radicals that cause oxidative stress, a process that triggers cell damage. Oxidative stress also speeds up skin aging and makes it susceptible to certain skin problems.
Along with dust, smoke, and sunlight, pollution is a common source of free radicals. Too much of it can take a toll on your skin and contribute to rashes, breakouts, and irritation. Dirt and dust particles can also build up on your skin’s surface and clog the pores, especially when they mix with excess oil and dead skin cells.
Apart from the environmental factors mentioned above, your lifestyle can also affect your skin health. If you’re looking to delay the natural aging process, it is best to look into your habits today and start making healthy lifestyle choices.
To protect your skin from the harsh effects of certain environmental and external factors, you need to treat it right. This means wearing sunscreen, washing your face daily, and using skin care products based on the climate you’re in. You might also want to consider aesthetic treatments that can make your skin youthful and glowing.
Make an extra effort to protect your skin from environmental factors. Contact Cutis Medical Laser Clinics in Singapore today and schedule a consultation with one of aesthetic doctors to find out how we can help improve your skin quality.
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