Skin

Hannah Vincent

Understanding the Skin Barrier and How to Protect It

Understanding the Skin Barrier and How to Protect It

    Your skin barrier is like a personal bodyguard for your skin. It’s the first line of defence against environmental stressors, irritants, and bacteria, while also locking in moisture to keep your skin hydrated and healthy. However, when your skin barrier is compromised, it can lead to a whole host of issues, from redness and sensitivity to dryness and breakouts. Let’s dive into what the skin barrier is, what can damage it, and how you can protect and repair it using PCA Skin products to reveal true skin radiance.     What Is the Skin Barrier? The skin barrier,...

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Hannah Vincent

Introducing PCA Skin's New Hyaluronic Acid Eye Patches

Introducing PCA Skin's New Hyaluronic Acid Eye Patches

With PCA Skin's new Hyaluronic Acid Eye Patches, you can address the specific needs of the under-eye area with professional-grade, targeted treatments. Say goodbye to under-eye darkness, puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles. Experience the transformation and embrace youthful, radiant eyes.

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Hannah Vincent

What makes skin around our eyes different and how to choose the correct product.

What makes skin around our eyes different and how to choose the correct product.

The skin around our eyes is unique and requires special care due to its distinct physiological characteristics. These differences make the under-eye area particularly prone to issues like dehydration, visible signs of aging, puffiness, and dark circles. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes the skin around our eyes so different and why specific products are required to treat this specific area of the skin.   Thin and Delicate Structure One of the most notable characteristics of the eye skin is its thinness. The skin on our eyelids is the thinnest layer of skin on our body, less than one...

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Hannah Vincent

Understanding and Treating Sun Damage with Peels and Daily Care.

Understanding and Treating Sun Damage with Peels and Daily Care.

The sun, while essential for life and a source of Vitamin D, emits ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can have detrimental effects on human skin. UV radiation is categorized into UVA, UVB, and UVC rays. UVC rays are mostly absorbed by the Earth's atmosphere, but UVA and UVB rays penetrate the skin, causing both immediate and long-term damage. Immediate Effects of Sun Exposure: Sunburn: UVB rays are primarily responsible for sunburn, causing the skin to become red, painful, and inflamed. Tanning: UVA rays lead to tanning by increasing melanin production. While some view a tan as a sign of health, it...

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