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to address certain concerns. However, this test goes below the surface and tells you what is going on – at a deeper level. The Skin DNA technology is able to access the needs of our skin with a high-end scientific precision. With our wider lifespan nowadays, it is so important to take care of the skin which is going to carry you throughout your life. It is your coating; your protection and you want to take the best possible care of it. How can you refine your skincare regimen based on these results and does this enable you to forward plan this regime for the future? Having your Skin DNA tested will enable me to know your strengths and weaknesses in your skin and enable me to create and recommend a specifically targeted regimen for you. This will be based on your genetic blueprint, containing key skincare ingredients, supplements and suggested additional services to support what is the best match for your skin’s unique DNA composition. We are essentially simplifying your skincare regimen, by taking out the guesswork when In terms of beauty, do you subscribe to the theory you are what buying skincare products which enables you to focus more you eat? Yes, I believe in that terminology. Our bodies will on the areas where you skin may be genetically weaker. most definitely reflect what we eat. The food that we ingest is the building blocks of our body. If we nourish and take care of When should you be testing this and what is the process? our body in the right way – eating healthy organically grown You can have the Skin DNA test done at any age. Oblivifoods – it will ultimately manifest in how we look and feel. ously the sooner – the better, but literally anyone who However, we need to honour and consider our bio individualwould like to known their genetic breakdown and be able to future plan for the health of their skin is a candidate. The ity. There is no set prescription for a healthy diet. There are procedure is completely pain-free and effortless. guidelines, but ultimately it is up to the individual to find out You will be asked to refrain from eating and drinking what works for them and their body type. I think it is so im1-hour prior to your Skin DNA test. The DNA sample will portant for you to know, there is no one diet fits all. be collected from a salvia swap from your inner cheek. The What are the benefits of DNA testing when it comes to skinsample will be sent to the Skin DNA’s laboratory in Auscare? With the Skin DNA test, I am able to forecast the skin tralia for further processing. challenges you may find ahead – before they occur. The test Your report should be available in 7 to 10 days after will also tell you how your skin is going to age making you testing. Once the test arrives, I will go through the results capable of managing certain lifestyle choices, before the signs together with you and based on the outcome we are able will show up on your skin. It is much easier to prevent than to to create a plan specifically targeted for your individual treat. The key to a healthy resilient skin is prevention – and needs. You will have a detailed printed report with your long term the preventative philosophy will also save you a lot own skin’s unique genetic profile that is yours to keep. of money. The Skin DNA Test is looking for various health markers such as your body’s ability to metabolize sugar, Do you see similar results for clients living within the UAE? how fast your collagen is breaking down, the inflammation The Skin DNA test is elevating skincare and skin health in response, the oxidation process, skin sensitivity and much my opinion. I have not seen anything similar on the marmore. Your DNA will never change – so once you have done ket that can be compared to this testing method. If you the test you will never need to redo it. commit and follow the instructions given in your DNA test We all have a genetic switch – meaning we are able to turn – you will be able to transform your skin or prevent your our genes on – or off. Even though you may be predisposed for a genes in being expressed. Skincare is such an interesting certain condition, you will be able avoid this by making certain topic in the UAE. We have so many different cultures and lifestyle choices. By looking at your skin visually, you are able ethnicities. Generally, for all of us in the UAE, we live in a
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Julie Lemke discusses the benefits of DNA testing when it comes to achieving optimal skin results
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