❤ Our Skin

The skin is the largest organ of the body and as such requires nourishment and care as it's also the thinnest.
So many people have skin rashes, dryness, sores, blisters, corns, dandruff and such that more attention needs to be given to what holds you together. It is said that the health of your skin is a good indicator of how healthy the rest of your body is.

At West Indian Skincare™ we recognise that everyone’s skin is unique. Individual skin chemistry has an impact on the effect a product will produce.

Your skin is made up of two main layers, the epidermis (upper/outer layer) and the thicker dermis, which forms most of the structure, with fibres such as collagen and elastin.

The main cell in the dermis is called the fibroblast. The health of this cell directly impacts your ability to formulate new collagen.

The skin is a complex structure which is constantly changing at the upper levels. Did you know that the epidermal cells are continually being desquamated (shed), at an interval of approximately every 28 days?

Although the skin’s pH is typically slightly acidic, this will change depending on the constitution of your particular skin type.

Variations in your skin can be due to influences of your internal biological changes such as, the ageing process and hormone levels, as well as external factors like your environment, climate, seasonal changes and lifestyle factors such as stress and diet. All of these internal and external factors have the power to influence the natural balance of your skin.

How Can I Keep My Skin Healthy? 

Thorough cleansing. You should perform this twice daily. At night, make sure you remove all your make-up and cleanse properly before going to bed.

Use a gentle soap 

Balanced nutrition.

Moisturizing. This is recommended even for those who have oily skin. There are plenty of moisturizers on the market that are oil-free.

Sunscreen.  This is probably the most important thing that you can do for your skin. You should put sunscreen on every day.  This should be done even if you are not outside much.  A sunscreen that says “broad spectrum” (or says it protects against “UVA and UVB”) with an SPF of 30 or higher is necessary. Limiting your time in the sun, especially between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and wearing protective clothing, such as a long-sleeved shirt, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat, are also recommended.

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