How the Environment Impacts Your Skin And What You Can Do About It

Your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it’s constantly under attack from the environment, even when you're just walking down the street. From UV radiation to air pollution and extreme weather, environmental factors can accelerate aging, cause pigmentation, and weaken your skin’s natural barrier. At Dr. Felicity Medical Aesthetics Studio, we understand how vital it is to protect and treat your skin using medical-grade skincare and non-surgical treatments that truly make a difference.

Sun Damage: The #1 Cause of Premature Aging

Did you know that up to 90% of premature skin aging is caused by the sun’s UV radiation? The sun emits three types of radiation:

• Infrared radiation (IR): Penetrates deeply and makes up 53% of solar energy.

• Visible light: The light we see, including high-energy blue light (HEV).

• Ultraviolet (UV) radiation: The most damaging to skin, responsible for burning and aging.

  
  

UV rays are broken into:

• UVC: Most dangerous, but blocked by the atmosphere.

• UVB: Causes sunburn and direct DNA damage.

• UVA: Penetrates deeper into the skin and causes long-term aging and wrinkles.

At Dr. Felicity's clinic, we provide advanced skin rejuvenation treatments and broad-spectrum sunscreens to defend your skin and reverse damage already done.

How UV Rays Cause Tanning (and Damage)

There’s no such thing as a “safe tan.” Tanning is your skin’s response to injury. Whether it’s Immediate Pigment Darkening (IPD) or Delayed Pigment Darkening (DPD), all signs point to UV-induced skin stress and free radical production. Over time, this can lead to skin cancer, melasma, and deep wrinkles.

The Lesser-Known Dangers of Visible Light & Infrared

While less intense than UV, visible light and infrared radiation still cause oxidative stress, especially blue light (HEV), which increases melanin production and worsens pigmentation disorders like melasma. HEV rays from the sun are far more potent than those from your phone or laptop screen.

Pollution: A Hidden Skin Aggressor

If you live in an urban area, your skin is constantly exposed to airborne pollutants. These particles clog pores, trigger inflammation, and contribute to premature skin aging, sensitivity, and conditions like eczema and acne.

Daily cleansing and targeted treatments like enzyme peels and barrier-repairing facials at Dr. Felicity Medical Aesthetics Studio can help detoxify your skin and reduce inflammation.

Climate & Altitude: Why Your Location Matters

• Hot & humid? Sweat and pollution mix, clogging pores.

• Hot & dry? Dehydration and fine lines worsen.

• Cold weather? Reduced blood flow causes redness and dryness.

• High altitude? UV radiation is 20% stronger for every 1000ft above sea level.

We offer tailored skin assessments to help you adapt your skincare to your environment — whether you're jetting off to Dubai or staying in the UK.

Your Skin Deserves Medical Expertise

At Dr. Felicity Medical Aesthetics Studio, we combine science-backed skincare, medical-grade treatments, and a deep understanding of how environmental stressors impact your skin. Whether you're dealing with pigmentation, dullness, sensitivity, or fine lines, we’re here to help you protect, treat, and transform your skin.

Book a consultation today and discover your path to radiant, resilient skin, no matter the weather.

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