Smart skin for Fitness Fanatic
We get a lot of gym-goers here at the Antiwrinkle Clinic and we find that they are all seeking the same sort of treatments.

Sagging skin can be caused by running, ‘Runners Face’ is a well-used term, and have a negative impact on skin elasticity. But contrary to popular belief, the effect of gravity from the constant treadmill pounding isn’t to blame, but rather that “cardio intense exercise and running can cause more oxygen or free-radical damage, which can breakdown or damage the skin’s supportive fibres (collagen and elastin).  So if you are doing any form of intense spin class or cycling your body is going to cause natural fat loss.

Volume loss – here at NU FACE we are seeing an increasing amount of men in their 30’s along with those in their 40’s & 50’s who are opting for dermal fillers to plump up their hollowing cheeks.  Dermal fillers are made from the same stuff that your body is losing due to exercise which is Hyaluronic acid, often called HA.

Hyaluronic Acid plays a role with skin cells, hydrating them, while also acting as a kind of glue that helps hold them together, keeping skin looking smoother and younger. Another plus is its ability to hold water, which means more moisture in each skin cell. Fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Teosyal are made of HA and when expertly injected can restore plumper more youthful appearance.

Sweat can be bad news – letting sweat sit on your skin for any prolonged length of time can be problematic. Sweat carries with it the grime of what’s built up in your pores and what’s on your face, and if it settles back into your skin. Breakouts, milia, rashes and irritated skin.

Acne on the back, neck or face is caused by bacteria attracted to overactive glands in the skin, called sebaceous glands, which secrete sebum to naturally lubricate the skin. This is exacerbated when we have regular sweaty strenuous workouts and you should always use a great professional skin cleanser like Obagi after each workout.

So gym goers you don’t have to stop going to the gym, running or spinning, you just need to work harder on your skincare and anti-ageing routines.  We here to help with your anti-ageing and skincare worries and to keep you youthful. Ask for your NU FACE today.

GYM DRAIN AND SUPPLEMENTS

Working out means that you need fuel in the form nutrients and food and we spoke to a certified elite personal trainer Tomasz Zielinski from Ecstatic Training about supplements.

There are numerous studies showing the positive effects of certain vitamins and minerals on the skin but we do need a good diet. Supplements are an excellent means of boosting the nutrient delivery to your cells and a way of ensuring that your body gets what it needs on a daily basis. The aim of supplementation is optimum nutrition delivery and optimum cellular function. Supplements are not meant to replace food or give you 100% of your RDA.