Repairing Damaged Skin

The elements, particularly the sun, are the most common causes of damaged skin. Although sunshine is vital for our general health, and our levels of happiness, you should avoid being out in the sun in the middle of the day in summertime, especially in hot countries.

If you are fortunate enough to live in a hot country, I highly recommend that you use organic, natural sun screens. Also, wear a hat, trousers and a long sleeved shirt if possible. You also need to feed your skin from the outside by moisturising it regularly: organic oils are ideal for this. Feed your skin from the inside by drinking a lot of fresh water. Many people are unaware of the fact that some antibiotics and other conventional medication can increase the chances of skin damage from exposure to sunlight.

My advice is to use oils such as Carrot and Borage on your skin that are rich in Vitamins A and E. Pure Vitamin E oil is also good. Organic skincare products that are high in vitamins, flavinoids, and antioxidants are also hugely beneficial. Cryotherapy, or laser resurfacing are, in my opinion, only to be considered as a last resort.

Your diet is a vital factor in determining the health of your skin, as you need to feed your skin from inside and out: Eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruit, drink fresh water, and use cold pressed, organic vegetable oils. A diet based on these basics will ensure that your skin feels and looks healthy and young.

For repairing damaged skin, some essential ingredients include Vitamins A, E, and C, Silica, Sulphur, and Essential Fatty Acids.

Drinking inufficinet amounts of water will, unfortunately, lead to premature ageing of the skin. Similarly, a diet lacking the correct nutirents outlined above, and poor blood circulation (sclerosis) from poor diet and lifestyle, will also lead to your skin deteriorating at an early stage of your life.

People often ask me how they can stop the ageing process, and eliminate their lines and wrinkles. Whilst it is unfortunately not possible to cease this process, there are certain things we can all do to slow it down: Regular excercise, a vegetarian diet, a good amount of fresh water, as well as some key nutritional supplements will all help, as will a good attitude to life in general: We all need to take care of ourselves and those around us, as ultimately, we are all one.