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All of our services will be delivered in line with the UK government's social distancing measures and fully compliant with all PPE guidance from Public Health England and NHS England.
The Cadogan Clinic is currently offering a reduced service in light of the government's January lockdown guidelines.
All of our services will be delivered in line with the UK government's social distancing measures and fully compliant with all PPE guidance from Public Health England and NHS England.
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Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Dr Catherine Borysiewicz, Consultant Dermatologist at the Cadogan Clinic reviewed some of the latest SPF products in the Daily Mail to educate readers about the efficacy of the products and what to look for when choosing. With skin cancer rates rapidly increasing in the UK, it’s imperative that individuals are educated about the importance of sun protection products to help protect against harmful UV rays and reduce the risk.
Dr Borysiewicz reviewed a range of products comprising tinted moisturisers, sprays, long-lasting creams, scalp protection, gels, SPF makeup, lip balm and even an SPF pill (which Dr Borysiewicz stresses the need to use SPF in combination with taking this as studies are ongoing).
Regardless of the particular brand of sunscreen used, Dr Borysiewicz advises everybody to apply the following principals to give the very best protection:
Dr Borysiewicz also stresses the importance of understanding sunscreen labels:
Sunscreens with a high sun protection factor (SPF) help to block UVB and prevent burning of the skin and UV damage. UVA protection is also important, as UVA penetrates deeper into the skin and has been shown to also cause damage- look for a UVA shield or 5* protection. Modern sunscreens are sleek multi-tasking products and a world away from their sticky unpleasant precursors. There are two modes of action of sunscreens:
Sunscreen is the cheapest and most effective anti-ageing products on the market, so it is an essential step in the daily beauty regime to preserve and protect the skin.
To read the full article visit: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-8542151/Which-sun-protection-safe.html
For consultations with Dr Borysiewicz please call 0207 901 8500.
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