Like me, you’re probably addicted to the latest Netflix must-watch on your tablet or easily lose an evening scrawling through social media on your phone. Modern life and modern technology invariably means we spend hours staring at our screens each day ... but how many of us stop to think of the damage this is doing to our skin? While we are well aware of the negative affect the sun can have, we may be unaware that the blue light, or high-energy visible (HEV) light, from our TVs, computers and smart phones can prove detrimental to our complexions too.
It’s true that the majority blue light exposure comes directly from the sun, scientists have discovered that it can also be emitted by our high-tech devices. One recent study revealed blue light contributes to the formation of free radicals in our skin which leads to the break down collagen and elastin; while similar research showed exposure can delay skin barrier recovery resulting in hyper-pigmentation.
I first became aware of the effects of blue light a couple of years ago so I set about creating two new ground-breaking creams to help combat the damage caused. I created my Prism Light Defiance TechnologyTM to harness the power of our skin’s own natural peptides, specifically L-Carnosine, to not only defend against light damage, but actually produce collagen to protect it when light hits.
This innovative technology works to significantly inhibit the increase of melanin content induced by visible light and infrared A (IRA) and actually uses light to heal, protecting against further damage and signs of ageing.
Heaven’s renowned Age Defiance Cream has been reformulated with this formula to boost the skin’s own natural defence system and provide full anti-oxidant benefits. Still boasting all the benefits of the original cream, this non-greasy essential also contains natural hyaluronic acid for super anti-ageing elements. Offering a 14-day skin repair, it helps reduce scarring and plumps out fine lines and wrinkles. My Overnight Success has also been boosted with PRISM, and works while you sleep to release oxygen into the skin. By applying these products and exposing the skin to light, this kick-starts the activation of the cream. As skin starts to tingle this is a sign that PRISM is informing skin to replenish the endangered area with more elastin and collagen.
For additional protection, serums offer added protection against free radicals generated by blue light thanks to their high concentration of active ingredients. The vitamin content in my SOS Oil Serum can help to repair damaged skin – simply add a couple of drops to your favourite Heaven moisturiser.
