SPF Isn’t Just for Summer

Dr Lisa Delamaine
By Dr Lisa Delamaine

The treatments offered at Persona are personally hand picked, researched and trialled by Dr Lisa guaranteeing we only offer the best and most results driven treatment options.


When you think of SPF, your mind might automatically drift to sunny beach days or holidays in the tropics. But here’s the truth: SPF isn’t just for summer. At Persona, we are huge advocates for the year-round commitment of protecting yourself against sun damage, it’s more important than you might think. 

Why SPF is essential all year long: 

Whether its bright sunshine, or an overcast, cloudy day, your skin is still being exposed to harmful UV rays. They can cause a range of issues, from premature ageing in the form of fine lines and wrinkles, to more serious concerns, such as skin cancer. Even on those cloudy days, up to 80% of UV rays can still reach your skin, which means protection is necessary, no matter the season. Did you know that the effects of UV damage build up over time? If you want to keep a youthful and healthy appearance to your skin, daily SPF is non-negotiable in your routine. Heliocare 360 SPF is Persona’s favourite option. It offers broad spectrum protection against UVA, UVB, visible light, and even infrared radiation. It really is a shield for your skin, in all weathers. 

Why SPF is essential all year long:
How Heliocare 360 works: 
Heliocare isn’t just any SPF, its a full spectrum defence system for your skin. It’s full of powerful ingredients, going beyond your regular suncream by offering protection from the sun, pollution, and even blue light emitted by your electrical devices! It’s a no brainer that Heliocare should be an essential step in everyone’s routine, whether you’re spending the day outdoors, or even working inside near a window. The best part about the Heliocare products? They’re non-greasy, fast absorbing and lightweight. Perfect to wear as a stand alone product or under your daily makeup. They even have body formulas, so you can protect all areas of your skin, always. 
The benefits of daily SPF protection: 
Using your Heliocare 360 SPF everyday helps prevent
  • Premature ageing: UV exposure accelerates the ageing process by breaking down elastin and collagen 
  • Hyperpigmentation: Daily sun protection helps to prevent dark spots and promote an even complexion.  Heliocare even have a dedicated SPF for targeting pigmentation! 
  • Skin cancer: Prolonged exposure to UV rays increase the risk of skin cancer, wearing your SPF everyday is the most effective way to minimise the risk 

If you want to read more, the experts at Consulting Room really know what they're talking about and have put together sunscreen and lines and wrinkles FAQs just for you.

If you have more questions, you can use the sunscreen and lines and wrinkles questions feature to talk to our panel of trained medical experts. 

If you're keen to get started with any of these treatments right away then you're in luck - those clever folks also have a list of trusted, accredited sunscreen and lines and wrinkles clinics in your area.

Thanks to the author of this blog, Dr Lisa Delamaine.

As Medical Director of Persona Cosmetic Clinic, she is responsible for, and dedicated to, patient safety, ensuring treatment for each client is appropriate and carried out most safely and effectively. The treatments offered at Persona are hand-picked, researched and trialled by Dr Lisa guaranteeing we only offer the best and most results-driven treatment options.

Lisa is consistently adding to and tweaking our wide treatment menu ensuring Persona is at the forefront of the aesthetic industry.

Get in contact via the Persona Cosmetic Clinic website or call 0208 304 4913.

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