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The Sun
03-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I ruined my skin on sunbeds – I was thinking about Botox but a £15 Boots buy worked wonders on my forehead wrinkles
A BEAUTY buff has shared how she banished her forehead wrinkles for good after ageing her skin with sunbeds. Despite long being linked to cancer and banned in countries such as Australia and Brazil, sunbeds are still popular in the UK - and in fact, it seems that their use on the rise. Last year, a survey by the charity Melanoma Focus found that 28 per cent of UK adults use sunbeds, rising to a whopping 43 per cent among 18 to 25-year-olds. In another study from Skin Health Alliance, 60 per cent of young people admitted to sunbed use, with 25 per cent using them on a frequent basis. But while just one sunbed session can increase the risk of developing squamous cell skin cancer by 67 per cent, it's also worth remembering the skin ageing factor. Sunbeds emit extremely high levels of UV radiation, which damages the skin's collagen and elastin fibres, leading to wrinkles and a loss of elasticity, warned Public Health Agency. The faux golden glow can also cause increased melanin production, leading to the formation of sun spots or age spots, which can appear as dark patches on the skin. One former beauty buff, Chloe White, recently took to TikTok where she showed the damage caused by soaking up the harmful UV rays - as well as how she drastically improved the appearance of her skin. ''I used to use the sunbeds and it aged my skin a lot quicker than I wanted to,'' the young woman said in the video where she also shared a snap of her wrinkly forehead. As well as saying goodbye to sunbeds, Chloe began to take better care of her skin - which also included using retinol. Ideal to start incorporating into your routine as you approach your mid to late 20s, retinol increases skin cell production. As well as unclogging pores, it also exfoliates your skin and increases collagen production, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, giving your skin a fresher, plump appearance. While the high street is full of different retinols to suit every budget, there are also more affordable options - such as The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion Serum, £15.20 at Boots. ''Look at my forehead now - compare to that picture. ''I was actually thinking about getting Botox and I thought 'Before I start injecting my face with things, why don't I just try this?' ''And it was worked so, so unbelievably well for tightening up my skin.'' The blonde beauty went on: ''The only thing that I didn't know when I started using it is that you do have to wear SP F as well, because it makes your skin more sensitive to the sun. ''But yeah, it's worked amazing compared to what my wrinkles used to look like,'' said Chloe, adding it too her just two weeks to see results. ''I actually promise I have no filter on my skin, my sister in law came over and she's in her 30's BEST SKIN EVER and that's what she said she uses, never looked back,'' said the TikTok who posts under the username @ Risks of sunbeds THE promise of a constant glowing tan is too tempting for some people to deny. But while popping to the sunbed shop may seem harmless, people who use tanning beds should be aware of the risks. Approximately 10 per cent of the population of Northern Europe use sunbeds on a regular basis, the World Health Organization says. Some people use them for years on end, accumulating risk of serious disease. We are here to give you the lowdown on sunbeds and if they are safe to use. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), sunbeds are as dangerous as smoking. Like the sun, they give out harmful UV rays that damage the DNA in your skin cells. Over time, this may lead to malignant melanoma - the deadliest form of skin cancer - studies have shown. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), there is significant evidence to show that using tanning beds causes melanoma. They report that sunbeds increase the risk of skin cancer by up to 20 per cent, and also state that they have no positive benefits to our health. Cancer Research back this statistic, adding that " there is no such thing as a safe tan from UV radiation". One study found that sunbeds can almost double the risk of cancer compared to never using them - with women 83 per cent more likely to develop the disease. While some people think tanning beds are safer than sitting out in the midday sun, according to Cancer Research, the risk is still twice as high when compared to spending the same amount of time in the Mediterranean sun at lunch time. The Sunbed Association claim there is not enough evidence to link sunbed use with melanoma, adding: "It is over-exposure and burning that will increase a risk of skin cancer, not responsible UV exposure." But the WHO says: "The majority of tanning parlours provide inadequate advice to their customers. "The use of eye protection such as goggles or sunglasses should be mandatory. "However, as sunbed users aim to have an even tan, they often decide against protecting any part of their body." Referring to the link with skin cancer, the world health experts add: "Sunbeds for self-tanning purposes have been available for the last two decades and due to the long latency period for skin cancer and eye damage it has been difficult so far to demonstrate any long-term health effects. "Even though the causes of malignant melanoma are not fully understood, tumour development appears to be linked to occasional exposure to intense sunlight. "Sunbeds subject their users to intermittent high exposures of UVA and UVB radiation – this may provide the ideal setting for the development of malignant skin cancer. "However, the few epidemiological studies that have been carried out to date have not provided any consistent results." Despite the WHO's cautious stance on the skin cancer link, it discourages the use of sunbeds, quoting an expert who said the use of tanning parlours is like "an industrial-scale radiation exposure experiment". Regardless of skin cancer, sunbeds don't just have long-term health risks. Users have reported a range of short-term symptoms including itching, dryness and redness of skin, freckling and photosensitivity. Common outcomes in the longer term, especially in fair-skinned people, may involve blistering of the skin. " Sagging and wrinkling of the skin are an almost certain price to be paid by frequent sunbed users", the WHO says - not quite the outcome you hope for when going to the sunbed shop for a beautiful, youthful look. How to use retinol? The beauty bag must-have, a form of vitamin A, is to be added to your evening skincare routine - and never in the morning. Before you use a retinol product for the first time, do a patch test on a small area of your skin to see if you have any negative reactions. If, after a couple of days, your skin patch isn't very red or itchy, you can safely add it to the skincare regimen. Fabulous' Beauty Editor, Tara Ledden, explained how to safely use this beauty bag must-have to reap the benefits. Once you wash your face in the morning, pile on the nourishing products, too. The golden rule is that less is more. Less product - a pea-sized amount should cover your whole face, using more won't make it work faster - and less frequently. Start with one night a week, then after a few weeks, once you know your skin is tolerating it, scale up to twice a week for a few more weeks and so on. Don't be disheartened if your skin can only handle it every other night, you'll still be reaping the rewards and it's better to use it consistently over a longer period than ramp it up and have to take a break because your skin reacts. Avoid sensitive areas, like around your eyes and lips, as that's almost guaranteed to cause problems, and our skin is porous so enough of the product will creep towards both when applied further away. If you're impatient, retinal works faster than retinol - yes, one letter makes all the difference. Both have to convert into retinoic acid before unleashing their skincare benefits, and the former is one step further in that process, which many dermatologists I've spoken to mean it's also kinder to skin, and better tolerated by those of us with sensitive complexions.
Daily Mail
01-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
The everyday item that could be giving you WRINKLES - as experts compare the effect to 'smoker's lines'
People spend a lot of money trying to banish wrinkles, from expensive face creams to LED face masks and even face lifts. But an everyday item could be giving you fine lines – without you even realising it. While drinking plenty of water every day is great for hydration, it might not be so good for the delicate skin around your mouth. Especially if you're repeatedly using a spout or straw, which could be accelerating the onset of wrinkles. Dr Kate Jameson, Medical Director at Youth Lab Australia, said the movement mimics the same motion that causes 'smoker's lines' – fine wrinkles that form around the lips due to repetitive puckering. 'Many people are diligent about skin care but unknowingly contribute to premature ageing through daily habits,' she said. 'Regular use of straw-based bottles encourages the same muscle contractions that lead to perioral lines, which can become deeper over time.' While occasional usage won't cause immediate damage, Dr Jameson said months or years of repeated use can contribute to collagen breakdown, especially for those already prone to fine lines or dehydrated skin. 'Lip wrinkles are one of the first signs of ageing, and because the skin around the mouth is thin, it's particularly vulnerable to forming deep-set lines,' she explained. 'If you're using a straw-top bottle every day, you may start seeing signs of ageing sooner than expected.' Simple changes to prevent premature ageing include sipping from an open cup or bottle where possible. Keeping lips hydrated with hyaluronic acid-based balms can also help, as well as applying SPF to the lips daily. Meanwhile skincare treatments such as retinol or in-clinic procedures such as laser resurfacing or dermal fillers can smooth out existing lines, Dr Jameson added. 'Staying hydrated is one of the best things you can do for your skin, but the way you drink matters too,' she said. 'If you're relying on a straw-top bottle all day, it's worth switching up your habits to protect your skin long-term.' Smoker's wrinkles are tiny vertical lines that form across the lip area, often stretching from one side of the mouth to the other. This results in an uneven and cracked appearance that can make a person's lower face look prematurely aged. Other causes of these wrinkles can be repeated facial expressions such as pouting, as well as playing musical instruments such as the recorder or harmonica. After the age of 20, the human body produces around 1 per cent less collagen and elastin each year – essential proteins that keep skin supple and hydrated. This is why we develop wrinkles as we age, as skin is less able to 'snap back'.
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
I'm a doctor and anti-aging expert... this sleeping position will help prevent wrinkles
From beauty treatments to skin-care regimens, women all across the globe have been working tirelessly to protect their skin from aging... but what if we told you there was a way to prevent wrinkles while you're sleeping? That's right, according to an anti-aging expert, the position you sleep in can stop your skin from developing lines in the future. Dr. Louis A. Cona, medical director of DVC Stem, a leading stem cell therapy clinic, said the way you lay down at night actually has an immense impact on your complexion. He said sleeping on your stomach adds 'repeated pressure on the skin,' which can 'contribute to wrinkle formation over time.' That's why he said it's vital to rest on your back if you want to protect your skin. 'Investing in silk pillowcases and maintaining a proper skincare routine are also effective measures to protect the skin during sleep,' added the doctor. The expert also explained that sleeping on your back gives your skin a better chance of absorbing any creams you may apply before bed. So even if you eventually roll onto your side during the night, falling asleep on your back can go a long way in keeping your skin looking youthful. According to Dr. Cona, another way you can slow the aging process is by eating a diet full of antioxidants, which are found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. He explained that antioxidants neutralize free radicals that can damage cells. The expert warned against falling for 'anti-aging products claiming to eliminate wrinkles and signs of aging almost immediately,' adding that that products 'require consistent use over time' to really work. 'Skin aging is a complex process influenced by various factors. Topical products can support skin health, but they can't reverse deep wrinkles instantly,' he shared. 'There's no such thing as a miraculous formula, and products that brand themselves as such are likely lying.' Another way to help your skin as you age? Exercise, according to Dr. Cona. He pointed out that regular physical activity improves circulation, boosts oxygen supply to the skin, and can enhance muscle tone. All of these can reduce skin stress and inflammation, and contribute to a more youthful appearance. But he added that working out won't reduce any wrinkles that have already developed, despite contrary belief. 'While exercising promotes overall health and can mitigate some aging signs, it's not a reversal,' he explained. 'It's a preventive measure that supports the body's functions as we age.' Lastly, he said daily sunscreen use is 'one of the best ways' to ensure your complexion stays youthful as you age. 'Sunscreen should be applied daily, regardless of weather - UV rays penetrate clouds and can be reflected by surfaces like snow and water - and reapplied as needed,' he concluded.
Gizmodo
17-05-2025
- Health
- Gizmodo
Your Pruney Fingers After After a Bath Always Wrinkle the Same Way, Study Reveals
Pruney fingers and toes after a long time in the pool or the bathtub are one of those things we all expect but couldn't explain scientifically until recently. In 2023, Binghamton University biomedical engineer Guy German and colleagues found that this happens because the blood vessels in our digits contract when we spend too much time in water. Then a kid asked a brilliant question that triggered a whole new research project. 'A student asked, 'Yeah, but do the wrinkles always form in the same way?' And I thought: I haven't the foggiest clue!' German explained in a Binghamton University statement. 'So it led to this research to find out.' German and Rachel Laytin, a former graduate researcher at the university's Biological Soft Matter Mechanics Laboratory, revealed that the answer is, simply put, yes: pruney fingers always seem to wrinkle along the same patterns. They detailed their work in a study published in February in the Journal of the Mechanical Behavior of Biomedical Materials. The two researchers photographed study participants' fingers after they had been immersed in water for half an hour, then repeated the process at least 24 hours later. They compared the pruniness in the two images, looking for similarities, and found that the 'topography' of the wrinkles was the same across both immersions. The blood vessels in our fingers and toes 'don't change their position much—they move around a bit, but in relation to other blood vessels, they're pretty static,' German said. 'That means the wrinkles should form in the same manner, and we proved that they do.' The research also confirms something people have observed for decades: Individuals with median nerve damage—injury to a major nerve in the hand—don't get wrinkles after prolonged water exposure. 'One of my students told us, 'I've got median nerve damage in my fingers.' So we tested him—no wrinkles!' German said. While the recent study was conducted to answer a child's relatively simple question, the findings could have important implications for forensics, particularly in identifying fingerprints at crime scenes or bodies recovered from water. German explained that his father, a former U.K. police officer, encountered some of these difficulties while on the job. As such, 'biometrics and fingerprints are built into my brain,' he added. 'I always think about this sort of stuff, because it's fascinating.' It might be time to add pruney prints to law enforcement's biometric database.
Fox News
10-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
From Wrinkles to Riches: The Founders of ‘Nori' On Inventing a Fashion Emergency Game Changer
It's a universal experience: running late for work and getting dressed in a hurry only to realize the button-up you threw on is wrinkled beyond repair. When there isn't enough time to pull out the ironing board or the steamer, the solution is oftentimes just accepting defeat. However, the founders of Nori are changing that with their new, handheld steam iron — that requires no board, fits in a suitcase, and cuts ironing time in half. Liz sits down with Annabel Love and Courtney Toll to hear the story behind how they went from entry level corporate careers in New York City to becoming the founders of a rapidly growing company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
