“As we get older, often one of the earliest changes we notice is a change in our skin’s texture. The collagen and elastin within our skin play a very important part here; as we start to lose the structure they provide, our pores can become more visible. It’s estimated 80% of ageing is so-called photo-ageing from UV exposure, so it’s important to make sure you wear a broad-spectrum, high-factor sun cream daily.”

“Secondly when our pores become blocked with oil, dirt and flakes of skin they are more visible. Finding a gentle exfoliating acid can help dissolve these pore contents. The BHA salicylic acid will penetrate deep into the pore and remove oil. I like Paula’s choice BHA 2% serum as it is very effective but also gentle. Remember that over-stripping the skin with harsh cleansers can potentially disrupt the skin’s natural acidic pH, causing increased water loss, dryness and irritation. Some studies suggest that the skin can start to produce more oil to compensate. Therefore using more gentle products on oily, blemish-prone skin that soothe and hydrate might also minimise excessive oil production. I recommend all my acne patients use a light hydrating moisturiser.”

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