This article is a translation of the original French article “Pourquoi faire un check-up de votre peau avant septembre ?” and is intended for the French market. Treatments, availability and prices may differ at our London clinic.
Summer's heatwave: when the sun accelerates skin ageing
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays, combined with repeated aggression from chlorine and salt, weakens the epidermis's ecosystem. Even when carefully protected, the skin undergoes significant oxidative stress during the summer period. This phenomenon disrupts the natural production of collagen and deeply impairs the skin barrier.
Tanning: temporary protection at a high price
A summer tan is in fact the result of a natural defence mechanism against external aggressors. To protect itself from ultraviolet rays, the epidermis thickens and synthesises more melanin. This reaction makes the tissue appear smoother and more even, but this golden veil temporarily masks damage that often reveals itself at the beginning of autumn.
Pigmentation spots, loss of firmness and dehydration: the invisible damage
Beneath the surface, the consequences of summer exposure gradually set in. Damage to elastin fibres leads to premature laxity, while the skin's water reserves are slowly depleted. What is more, the overproduction of melanin can result in residual pigmentation spots that become more visible as the tan begins to fade.
Visia 7 scientific imaging: revealing what the human eye cannot see
To act with precision, visual observation with the naked eye is not enough. Innerskin centres rely on cutting-edge Visia 7 imaging to map the skin in the finest detail. This high-precision skin analysis technology assesses the quality of the surface tissue while probing the deeper layers of the epidermis to offer an ultra-precise skin diagnosis.
A complete map of your face in just a few minutes
The session is smooth, comfortable and completely painless. In a matter of moments, the system takes multispectral images of your face under different targeted lighting conditions.
The device analyses several key criteria of your skin:
- the extent of damage caused by ultraviolet rays
- the state of the microcirculation and diffuse redness
- the distribution of pigmentation and emerging spots
- the degree of pore dilation and skin texture
- the presence of areas of dehydration or excess sebum
From visual assessment to bespoke care: building your treatment plan
Following this in-depth analysis, a detailed reading of the results makes it possible to understand precisely what your face needs. The data collected is not used to transform your features, but to define bespoke support.
Depending on your assessment, an approach combining biostimulation, gentle lasers or a targeted cosmeceutical selection may be recommended. This method restores radiance and density to your tissue while respecting your natural physiology.
A complimentary expert approach to support your return to routine
Preparing for the back-to-school season means making informed choices for your skin health. In our Innerskin centres, we believe that scientific precision should be at the heart of every skincare routine. That is why the complete Visia 7 imaging diagnosis is offered free of charge when you opt for a personalised treatment or purchase a product from our cosmeceutical selection.
This opportunity allows you to invest exactly where your skin needs it, without guesswork or unnecessary purchases. You benefit from a personalised recommendation based on measurable data, for visible, lasting results.
Starting afresh: resetting your routine for autumn
Reviewing your skincare routine before September allows you to approach the seasonal transition with peace of mind. By removing accumulated dead cells and intensely rehydrating the skin matrix, your skin regains all its vitality. Early care thus prevents the infamous September rebound of imperfections and preserves your youthful capital for the long term.
Treating your face to a complete scientific analysis is the best way to embrace the change of season with elegance and simplicity. In the pursuit of natural, confident beauty, knowing your skin precisely remains the first step towards lasting radiance.
