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SPF and Protecting Your Skin – Step 5

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This might just be the most important page on our website.

Even strong, healthy skin needs protection. UVA, UVB and HEV light are the enemies of all skin types so protecting yourself from their damaging effects is essential.

 

How important is it to wear sunscreen daily?

Everyone, regardless of skin type, should be wearing a good SPF. The importance of wearing an SPF daily cannot be underestimated when you consider –

  1. We are each exposed to High Energy Visible Light (HEV) daily. This light deeply penetrates our skin.
  2. We are each exposed to UVA light daily, which is ageing, damaging and penetrates to mid skin depths.
  3. We are each exposed to UVB light daily, which is ageing, damaging and penetrates the more superficial levels of the skin.

What’s the difference between a chemical and a physical sunscreen?

A physical sunscreen offers protection at the surface level of the skin by reflecting the damaging light before it penetrates the epidermis. It offers instant protection, and lasts longer but is subject to being washed away by sweat or water.

A chemical sunscreen offers protections within the skin. Some light gets through but it is then stopped from causing damage within the skin. Less is needed, fewer applications are required and protection gaps are less likely. It also is a better water resistant option as the protection occurs within.

For someone with sensitive skin, a chemical sunscreen is not appropriate as allowing the light into the skin at all can cause irritation. Chemical sunscreens have their uses but are likely to be phased out as physical sunscreens improve.

Is screen light bad for my skin?

The answer to this is still being studied and is not fully understood. The light from screens is known as HEV light (High Energy Visible light) which makes it different to UVA and UVB which are not visible. Research to date has shown it’s likely not very good for your eyes.

Regarding skin, some studies have shown that for people with darker complexions it may increase hyperpigmentation. The verdict is still out but indications are that we should take steps to protect our skin from it through moisturizers and good skin care practices regardless.

What sunscreen should I wear?

The ZO Sun Protection Range has five products each specifically designed for purpose and suited to specific skin types and conditions.

Sunscreen +Primer SPF 30

(Physical barrier)

This product offers physical protection from UVA/UVB rays as well as HEV light. It has antioxidant properties, is suitable for all skin type, and is tinted.
Oclipse C SPF 50

(Physical barrier)

This higher factor product offers protection from UVA/UVB rays as well as HEV light. It has antioxidant properties and is suitable for all skin types.
Smart Tone SPF 50

(Chemical barrier)

This product offers chemical protection from UVA/UVB light as well as HEV light. It’s suitable for all skin types and is tinted.
Daily Sheer SPF 50

(Chemical barrier)

This product offers chemical protection from UVA/UVB light as well as HEV light. It’s suitable for all skin types, is matted, and offers water resistance.

 

 

   

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I’ve been a customer around 5 years to Amara Clinic. They are the best! Great service aswell. After the hydrafacials with Julie, I always get complements about my glowing face! Julie is great&really knowledgable in her job! Always gives the best advice for your skin and really helpful about the questions you may have. Appreciated to her on thes as my skin improved a lot!Will go back soon as always :) and highly recommend to everyone who wants to get a hydrafacial or any other treatments that they provide!
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Senem Ö.
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I’m with with Amara Clinic since 2010, and I’m so satisfied with their services and affordable procedures and products. Dr. Paul, Dr. Mylene and other doctors are very well experienced and efficient. Siobhan is lovely, she helped me with my skin when my hyperpigmentations flared up.A million thanks Amara Clinics, for making me youthful looking.❤️❤️❤️
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Maria Fy L.
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Dr Mylene is fantastic..she really listens to your concerns and makes sure you get the best results possible. I have had several treatments at Amara with Dr Paul and more recently with Dr Mylene and the treatments are of the highest quality and thr Dr's are so friendly and professional. I have tried other places for my treatments as I live a good distance away from the clinic , but I always return to Amara .
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Pamela D.
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My mom and I went here recently for hydra facials and were so impressed! Everything was explained in detail with plenty of time allocated to the appointment, no rushing, absolutely no hard sell on products and kind service all the way around! My mom saw Gráinne and I saw Julia - both of them were amazing and got us set up with routines that are suitable and simple to follow. Skin is glowing! Robin at reception was so helpful and friendly and got us booked in again for follow ups - can’t wait!
Gillian S.
Gillian S.
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I have had quite a few Hydrafacials at different clinics in Dublin, and back home in Copenhagen as well, but this clinic is so far the best.The therapist was lovely and she just really knew what she was doing. She made me feel very comfortable and relaxed while guiding me through the treatment.I also had a lot of questions regarding skin care and products because I have had some problems with acne and she took her time to answer all my questions without making me feel pressured to buy the products she was recommending me, which is important to me.I found my visit to the clinic to be excellent. The staff was welcoming and well-trained.Most importantly, my skin just felt and looked amazing afterwards.
Mia H.
Mia H.
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I love this clinic!! I have been going here for over 5 years and although it is a huge trek for me I won’t ever go anywhere else for my skincare. The doctors and staff are so friendly and helpful and I cannot stress this point enough. I am not the kind of girl that gets regular facials or would follow a strict 6 step nightly skin regime. In fact, I would normally find this type of place daunting because I often feel judgement for not “being better” with this stuff. At Amara I have never felt like this. Everyone there always makes me feel so comfortable and genuinely wants to help me feel the best I can. I haven’t yet mentioned the results which are always incredible from the few things I’ve had done there . I am always so happily surprised by the results and the clinic is always so amazing with follow up appointments if necessary. I cannot vouch enough for this clinic!
Honora O.
Honora O.
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From the moment you enter the clinic, you are greeted with lovely staff, the atmosphere is very calm and welcoming.A huge thank you to Siobhan for doing my hydrafacial, she made me feel very comfortable. Before the treatment she thoroughly explained the process and it's very evident that she is passionate in the work she does, she kept me informed of my facial every step of the way, and helped target my skin concerns along with great product recommendations. After my facial, I could instantly notice the difference on my skin.I will definitely reccomend amara clinic to my girlfriends and I look forward to coming back for more treatments.Thanks again!Ahlam
L M
L M
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An unusual but very important review....Amara was very highly recommended to me by a colleague. I purchased a €2,000 voucher from Amara for my wife as a 50th birthday present. Needless to say, she was ecstatic. Due to Covid 19 financial difficulties, we reluctantly decided not to utilise the voucher and to request a refund....6 months later. These are terribly difficult times for businesses, so I felt more than a little embarassed and not very hopeful. I am 50 years old and have been around the block a few times, I have never encountered such professionalism and simple humanity. Never a question, I was fully refunded to my huge relief and complete satisfaction. This company clearly has a wonderful and primary customer care ethos. Their top, middle and bottom line is customer care - pure class. Sincerely, thank you Ronan and your team. We most certainly will be back.
Robyn M.
Robyn M.
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My first visit to Amara (it won't be the last!) was excellent. Paul has such an easy manner, I felt very comfortable and at ease immediately. Everything was explained in detail so I knew exactly what was being done and why. There was no pushy sales technique - if anything it is evident that they will only do work that will benefit you - you won't pay for unnecessary treatments and any treatments you do have will be done with an emphasis on looking natural rather than 'done'. Very happy.
Karen L.
Karen L.
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I can recommend Amara.Carolina makes you feel very welcome as soon as you arrive at this clinic.I had an Hydrafacial with Joanie that I will definitely indulge in again and also availed of her advice on their range of skin care products.I felt reassured by Dr Pauls pleasant unrushed manner and in particular with his conservative approach and natural results.He takes the time to explain what he is doing and why he thinks you need it which I like.I will definitely return.
Helen F.
Helen F.
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I have been to Amara clinic a few times and the experience is always great. Today I had a Hydrafacial with Siobhan and I couldn't recommend it more. She took the time to review my skin routine, habits and explained to me the science behind our skin. The facial itself was great and my skin is feeling amazing. I will definitely be back!
Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
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Friendly, helpful staff that seem genuine.I didn't feel 'pushed' into buying products / services (which is what usually happens!)I am THAT person that asks LOTS of questions - *pedantic *, I see detail in everything and easily pick flaws, but was grateful for the professionalism here. Appreciated they listened and answered my dozen questions... Usually dont take the time to write reviews but the clinic followed up with a text and I figure they deserve it! Thanks Guys - I will be back :-)
S C
S C
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I'm more than thrilled about my decsion to go to Amara for lip fillers. I've been researching for a few years but was always to nervous to follow through with the procedure. Dr. Paul is very thorough and honest. He explained everything he would do to achieve the desired result. I asked him for subtlety and thats exactly what I received. I couldn't be happier with my filler treatment and my lips look 100% natural, which was exactly what I wanted. Thank you so much Dr. Paul!
Christie
Christie
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I had my first hyrdafacial treatment here, and loved it so much I’ve already booked another! The treatment itself is amazing, my skin was left feeling wonderful, and the benefits were noticeable straight away, and I my skin was noticeably soft and smooth for several weeks after the treatment. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. My therapist Joanie was lovely, and incredibly knowledgeable of the whole process, and really thorough when reviewing my skin needs. I would highly recommend the whole experience with Amara :)
Eimear M.
Eimear M.
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Excellent professional friendly service from the minute you step inside the door with the lovely karolinaI have used a couple of different clinics in the past but this clinic is second to none .It's 5* plus , I've been coming here maybe two years nowIt's very important to receive proffessionl knowledge when having any facial procedures and this is what you get , this clinic is not just interested in taking your money but doing what is going to look natural and not the "done look " I have had treatments with the lovely Joanie in the past she's amazing highly recommend her for her knowledge and patience , her recommendations on prouducts that actully do work and Dr Paul is excellent at what he does , thank you and look forward to coming back in the near future .
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