Pamela Foester If you have ever searched for skin care products, you will have seen that there are many blogs that advocate “one-size-fits-all”. Wrong! It is very important to know that each skin requires different care: we cannot use the same products for oily skin, as for dry or mixed skin.
I’m sure you’re thinking: “Okay, this is basic. But if there are only three skin types, why do some people whose skin ages earlier? How is it possible that some skin is more photosensitive than others? What should I do to get the best out of my skincare routine?”
All of these questions have the same basic answer: genetics. The information stored in your DNA determines all these aspects and others such as hydration needs, vitamins and much more.
The great advantage we have today is that we can know the genetics of our skin in a very simple way: with a genetic test like the GalaxyDNA skin test. They’re sold online, don’t require a prescription and are completely painless: you only have to take a saliva sample and send it back to the laboratory. They will analyze it and send you a complete report with everything you need to know about your skin before deciding on one routine or another.
What information should you consider before designing your routine?
A DNA test will provide you with data that will surprise you and may even be overwhelming. Here, we tell you several key things you need to understand to create your ideal daily skin care routine:
Protection against glycation
Glycation plays a role in skin aging and damages the skin’s ability to regenerate. Collagen fibers that have undergone glycation become stiff and cause wrinkles, dryness and loss of firmness. However, it can be reduced by controlling blood glucose, cholesterol and triglyceride levels through nutrition.
Acne
Treatment focuses on healing pimples, preventing new ones from forming and preventing scarring. In addition to hormonal changes, stress, certain medications or the use of greasy makeup, hereditary factors contribute to the appearance of acne.
Sun sensitivity
The skin may be sensitive to the sun because it is underdeveloped, inflamed, photosensitivity induced by drugs or dermatological treatments, or simply fair skin. In these cases it is vital to use protection with a sun protection factor suitable for each skin type.
Vitamin C deficiency
Vitamin C must be ingested in the diet because we cannot synthesize it. The affections associated with vitamin C deficiency are: abnormal thickening of the skin, easy bruising, inflammation, deficiency in wound healing, dry and rough skin, hair and teeth loss. Topical application of vitamin C is widely used to improve the signs of photoaging, including wrinkles and sagging skin.
Dermal sensitivity
The skin functions as a permeable barrier that prevents the entry of harmful agents. A hyper-reactive immune response to allergens and deficiencies in protection against environmental toxins contribute to the overall risk of dermal sensitivity. People living in cities and in dry climates are more susceptible to this disease.
Now that you know the determining factors for your skin care, you can perform a genetic study and start adapting your lifestyle. Kits from companies like GalaxyDNA also contain other aspects that are critical to your health, such as sports performance, proper nutrition, susceptibility to medication and more.
