COLOR KEY: Customer DNA Category Performance
IDEAL: LOW PRIORITY
AVERAGE: MEDIUM PRIORITY
NON-IDEAL: HIGH PRIORITY
LOW PRIORITY
Collagen and Elastin – they go together like peanut butter and jelly. Collagen (Skin’s #1 structural protein) makes up about 75% of skin aand gives your skin flexibility and strength. Elastin is what helps structure snap back into place, like a rubber band. Collagen loss can actually begin as early as our twenties. (We know, yikes!)
CAUSES
Although we haven’t figured out how to invent a time machine (yet), we do have some gravity-defying tricks up our sleeves for how to improve elasticity loss. Find products with these helpful ingredient categories. CLICK HERE
MEDIUM PRIORITY
Fine lines and wrinkles are actually perfectly common, and across a wider range of ages than many might assume! Thankfully, there are a number of pro and at-home effective solutions in the war against wrinkles.
WHAT CAUSES GLYCATION WRINKLES?
Reduced Genetic Ability to Efficiently Breakdown Glucose
Ward off premature aging with these topical ingredients! TAKE PREVENTATIVE ACTION and discover products that use helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
View topical ingredients for Glycation Wrinkles
MEDIUM PRIORITY
Meet melanin, a natural skin pigment that may help protect the body from harmful UV rays. The amount of melanin your body makes depends entirely upon your genes, and when you are exposed to the sun, your body can make more in response. Unfortunately, for some of us our bodies cannot make enough, or make too much.
Additionally, your yu-nique body has varying degrees of natural UVA and UVB protection. When your skin is exposed to sunlight, or blue light, a photochemical process occurs, breaking down UV rays before they cause harm.
CAUSES
Here are our favorite effective, natural, and above all safe brightening agents that both even and restore uneven skin tone. Find products with these helpful ingredient categories. CLICK HERE
To help guard your skin from harmful UV rays and blue light (from computer screens) find products with sun protection helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
Evidence1 shows that incorporating broad-spectrum sunscreen every day can even help slow down the skin’s aging process up to 24%!
HIGH PRIORITY
Common questions and concerns from those with sensitive skin:
“Can I use natural ingredients?”
“What ingredients won’t break me out?”
“What if it ruins my date night?”
Don’t worry, we hear you Sensitives! The guessing game is finally over – here is everything you need to know about how not to get burned again (literally).
CAUSES
Below are the few, but mighty, SOS ingredients for Sensitive Skin. Find products with these helpful ingredient categories. CLICK HERE
LOW PRIORITY
Antioxidant production up until recently has been an underrated metrics in skin aging prevention. However, not only do antioxidants fight against pollution, but they are key in preserving that “je ne sais quoi” essence of glowing, vibrant, youthful-looking skin.
CAUSES
Here are some of our favorite ingredient categories for chasing those free radicals away. Find them in these great products. CLICK HERE
My name is Darcy. I am the resident biochemist for Yudoyu, and I created your optimized skincare routine. I gave particular focus to your high and medium priorities based on your DNA test. I also took into account your quiz results and your concerns about Combination Skin. The products selected for you are packed full of ingredients that support your skin’s priorities. With regular and consistent use you will see steady improvement in the quality of your skin. Please take care to add lifestyle and supplement changes (outlined below) for an added boost toward happier healthier skin!
Warmly,
Darcy and The Yudoyu Team
We are here to help if you have any questions! Email us at hello@yudoyu.com.
Cleansing, when done the right way, not only nourishes the skin, but prepares the pores to receive maximum benefit from all applied products that follow. We recommend double cleansing, to ensure all dead skin, makeup, dirt, and grime are washed away and your canvas is primed for the rest of your routine.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:
DAILY: THE SPEAK COLLECTIVE Oat + Lavender Cleansing Powder
Redness and irritation are no strangers to sensitive skin. Enlarged pores can also seem like an uphill battle. Whether your skin is currently reactive or not, this step is vital in maintaining and controlling flare-ups.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:
PLANTKOS Phyto Replenishing Facial Essence
Correcting the visibility of hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and wrinkles is entirely possible! For best results, regularly apply as directed.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:
Serum Face: SIMPURE REVIVE B3 + Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum
These moisturizers provide skin nourishment, hydration, and additional corrective measures while addressing high and medium-priority concerns, based on your results.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:
EARTHWISE Ambrosia do Cerrado Liquid Moisturizer
Applying SPF daily protects your skin’s future, and should not be skipped. Based on your results, sun protection is a step worth making a priority in your routine.
RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:
Earth Harbor Eclipse Sheer Mineral Sunscreen
So you just got your results, and maybe some areas scored higher, or lower, than you may have expected.
And that’s ok. Why? Get ready for some news that’s sure to turn those frown lines upside down! Meet your new best friend… EPIGENETICS.
Epigenetics is the study of how our lifestyle and environment can cause changes that affect the way our genes work. Long story short, this area of study continues to prove that there’s hope – that there is a lot we can do to change the hands we’ve been dealt, some of which cost hardly anything to put into practice by the way. Pretty cool, huh?
Although we haven’t figured out how to invent the time machine (yet), we do have some gravity-defying tricks up our sleeves for how to improve elasticity loss. Find products with these helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
CELL REGENERATING
PEPTIDES
VITAMINS
EGF – Increases and maintains collagen fibers
HUMECTANT – Plumping
Ward off premature aging with these topical ingredients! TAKE PREVENTATIVE ACTION and discover products that use helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
Here are our favorite effective, natural, and above all safe brightening agents that both even and restore uneven skin tone. Find products with these helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
Would you put paint thinner on your face? Yeah, we thought not. We recommend opting for safe and natural brightening agents. Avoid the use of the following ingredients and their nasty side effects.
*Avoid products with terms like “whitening” and “lightening” and look for terms like “all-natural” and “brightening.” Though many of these harmful products are banned in many countries, they are still surprisingly accessible.
Hydroquinone – A carcinogenic, toxic skin lightener. Not only can it cause organ damage, but a whole host of other dangerous health consequences.
Harsh Retinoids – Many can lead to peeling, irritation, excessive dryness, and unnecessary sun sensitivity.
We understand the following advice might feel burdensome, or complicated at first, however, we promise your skin will thank you for the extra time spent avoiding its triggers.
Below are the few, but mighty, SOS ingredients for Sensitive Skin. Find products with these helpful ingredients. CLICK HERE
Here are some of our favorite ingredients for chasing those free radicals away. Find them in these great products. CLICK HERE
BEST ANTI-AGING SUPPLEMENTAL INGREDIENTS: Collagen Peptides Powder, Vitamin C, Camu Camu, Acerola Cherry, Hyaluronic Acid, Ginseng, Matcha Green Tea, Astragalus, Ceramides, Amla Berry (Goose Berry), Vitamin A
AVOID: High Sugar Content Foods
This firming, nourishing, best-thing-since-sliced-bread recipe is not only delicious, but easy to make, and extremely affordable.
This deliciously decadent, nutrient-dense salad contains all of the building blocks necessary for building elastin – Vitamin C, Omega-3 fatty acids, Protein, and Carotenoids.
Here is one of our favorite shortcuts to having both bone broth and soup, without having to make both separately. Did we also mention how delicious it is?
*Warning: Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new dietary regimen, which includes vitamins and supplements.
Lymphatic Drainage TechniquesManual lymphatic drainage with fingers: Lymphatic drainage is a type of facial massage designed to boost the body’s own natural draining system. By assisting in the movement of excess toxins, water, fats, and proteins down the lymph vessels and into the nodes, the face is left visibly more lifted, firm, and youthful!
Step 1: Apply treatment oil, or cleansing balm, of choice. Fingers should not drag but glide easily over the skin with little to no resistance.
Step 2: Follow the directional guide below. Using light pressure, gently massage the face in an upwards and outwards motion. Pressure should be not unlike moving a pen across a table. The key is to lift and relax muscles! If redness occurs, lighten the pressure.
Step 3: Finish with a glass of water, herbal tea, or warm broth, for added hydration.
Though a skilled facialist’s techniques are hard to beat, there is comfort in knowing two things:
1. Practice makes perfect! If you have fingers, knuckles, or palm(s), and a face to practice on, you too can be a pro in doing your own facial massages in no time.
2. There are few wrong answers. If you are working in upwards and outwards motions with light, relaxing, amounts of pressure, you are certain to be fighting against one of the main causes of wrinkles – gravity.
Facial Rollers:
Gua Sha: This traditional Chinese healing technique incorporates scraping, rubbing, and massaging motions to improve circulation, lymphatic drainage, and the look of tense, or inflamed facial muscles.
Cupping: Tata X Lure Facial Cupping Set (Tata Harper), Lumin Cupping Set, Province Apothecary Facial Cupping Ritual, Habits Skin Lab Face Cups Kit, Metaskin Face Cups
Laser: Tria Age-Defying Laser, NIRA Skincare Laser
Ultrasonic Scrubber: Vanity Planet Ultrasonic Scrubber, Nurse Jamie Dermascrape
Microdermabrasion: Vanity Planet Exfora, Neutrogena Microdermabrasion System
Radio Frequency: TriPollar STOP Vx
High-Frequency Wands: NuDerma Portable Handheld High-Frequency Skin Therapy Wand Machine w/ Neon
Red Light / Light Therapy: Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite, Joovv, Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy, MZ Skin Light-Therapy Golden Facial Treatment Device, Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask, CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask, Skin Inc Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light Glasses, FOREO UFO Smart Mask Treatment, Solawave Wand, TouchBeauty Halo
BEST SKIN BRIGHTENING SKIN SUPPLEMENT: Vitamin C!
Roasted bell peppers and tomatoes are two of the top ten foods highest in Vitamin C, making this hummus a super-charged source and convenient snack for any time!
*Warning: Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new dietary regimen, which includes vitamins and supplements.
PRP Therapy
Chemical Peel
Nano-infusion or Nano-needling Microcurrent Facial Therapy, Microneedling
Dermaplaning
PiQo4 laser, Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing, or Nonablative Skin Rejuvenation
Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL Treatment)
Dermal Stem Regeneration
Vitamin Drip IV Therapy (Vitamin C).
Facial Steamers: Aira by Vanity Planet, Droplette Micro-Mist Delivery Device, Dr. Dennis Gross Pro Facial Steamer, Facial Ionic Steamer by Panasonic
Laser: Tria Age-Defying Laser, NIRA Skincare Laser
Ultrasonic Scrubber: Vanity Planet Ultrasonic Scrubber, Nurse Jamie Dermascrape
Microdermabrasion: Vanity Planet Exfora, Neutrogena Microdermabrasion System
Red Light / Light Therapy: Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite, Joovv, Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy, MZ Skin Light-Therapy Golden Facial Treatment Device, Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask, CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask, Skin Inc Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light Glasses, FOREO UFO Smart Mask Treatment, Solawave Wand, TouchBeauty Halo
Protection From the Inside Out: Forgot your sunscreen today? That’s ok, because Salmon has your back (quite literally). Studies show that sun protection can be increased with something as simple as a daily fish oil supplement2
Mind Your Omegas: Meet Omega-3 and Omega-6.
Think of Omega-3 as the introvert at the party that has trouble speaking up, but when he does, he lights up the whole room.
Now picture Omega-6 as your extreme extrovert friend who has absolutely no trouble socializing the moment she gets in the door. Just a little bit of her extreme personality goes a long way—maybe too far with some of the other guests at the party.
This is how these essential fatty acids are introduced into your system, and most of the time we get way too much Omega-6, but not enough Omega-3. Ideally, we want an omega-3:omega-6 ratio of 1:4 – that is, if you want to keep all the organs in your party..err body, happy. Maintaining this ideal ratio has several other health benefits we won’t get into today, but since we’re on the subject, the key organ this golden ratio protects is your largest one—your skin!
This can be achieved via supplementation, simple dietary inclusions, and simple dietary avoidances.
Supplements: Vitamin D, Cod Liver Oil, Fish Oil, Krill Oil, Green-lipped mussel oil, ALA (alpha-linolenic acid)
Foods to Incorporate: Cod Liver Oil, Salmon, Coconut Oil, Mackerel, Herring, Oysters, Sardines, Anchovies, Caviar, Flax seeds, Snow Crab, Atlantic Cod, Tuna, Mussels, Broccoli Raab, Spinach, Mangos, Kidney Beans, Green Veggies, Sweet Potato, Grass-fed meat, Wild Game, Hemp Seeds, Chia Seeds
Foods to Avoid (or consume in moderation): Processed Oils, Soybean Oil, Vegetable Oils, Seed Oils, Canola Oil, shortening, hydrogenated oils, corn oil, margarine, sunflower oil, safflower oil, Peanut Oil, Cottonseed oil, Conventional / Grain-fed meats
This quick, easy, and nutrient-dense salmon recipe is the perfect skin-boosting treat to incorporate once a week.
*Warning: Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new dietary regimen, which includes vitamins and supplements.
2: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/97/3/646/4571525
BEST SENSITIVE SKIN SUPPLEMENTS: Vitamin D, Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Probiotics
This delectable salmon recipe is not only “d-lightful”, but jam-packed full of vitamin D, your sensitive skin’s new best friend.
*Warning: Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new dietary regimen, which includes vitamins and supplements.
Low Concentration AHA Chemical Peel, or “Lunchtime Peel”
Nano-infusion or Nano-needling Microcurrent Facial Therapy, Shorter Needle Microneedling (0.5mm)
Vitamin Drip IV Therapy
Cryotherapy, Liquid Nitrogen Facial (aka “Cryofacials”)
IPL (Intense Pulse Light) Photofacial, BBL (Broadband Light) Photofacial.
Ice Cubes: Freeze some slices of cucumber, or make your own custom spa water cubes with green tea, whole leaf aloe juice, and cucumber. Once frozen, glides cubes across the face, focusing on any especially irritated or red areas of the face
Short on time? Try Anne Semonin Express Radiance Cubes pre-packaging ready-to-freeze ice cubes
Facial Rollers: (store in the freezer or plunge in ice water before using) Esarora Ice Roller, Vanity Planet Face & Body Ice Roller, Circcell Amathyst Roller, Earth Harbor Jade Rose Gold Gemstone Facial Roller
Gua Sha: This traditional Chinese healing technique incorporates scraping, rubbing, and massaging motions to improve circulation, lymphatic drainage, and the look of tense, or inflamed facial muscles. Try storing your gua sha tools in the fridge or plunging in ice water before using them for more anti-inflammatory benefits.
Red Light / Light Therapy: Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite, Joovv, Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy, MZ Skin Light-Therapy Golden Facial Treatment Device, Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask, CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask, Skin Inc Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light Glasses, FOREO UFO Smart Mask Treatment, Solawave Wand, TouchBeauty Halo
Best Antioxidant Support Supplements: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Resveratrol, Selenium, Vitamin K, CoQ10
We recommend consuming the following in whole food form whenever possible. Not only are their nutrients more bioavailable this way, but exponentially more delicious!
Whole Foods: Pomegranate, Berries (Blackberries, Acai, Goji, & Blueberry, are among the highest), Plums, Dried Fruits, Artichoke, Kale, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Beets, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, Walnuts, Pecans, Pistachios, Flax Seeds, Sesame Seeds, Beans / Legumes, Dark Chocolate, Coffee
Spices/Herbs: Basil, Green mint, Cinnamon, Cloves, Allspice, Oregano
This smoothie not only contains an astounding amount of some of the best whole food sources of antioxidants but tastes like a decadent dessert. (Go on, have it for breakfast, we won’t judge).
*Warning: Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting a new dietary regimen, which includes vitamins and supplements.
Try the PRO Treatments, DIY Facial Massage, and Best At Home Tools and Tips under the Treat Fine Lines & Wrinkles tab. They will do wonders for offsetting the signs of Antioxidant Production variations too!
This smoothie not only contains an astounding amount of some of the best whole food sources of antioxidants but tastes like a decadent dessert. (Go on, have it for breakfast, we won’t judge).
Here is one of our favorite shortcuts to having both bone broth and soup, without having to make both separately. Did we also mention how delicious it is?
Roasted bell peppers and tomatoes are two of the top ten foods highest in Vitamin C, making this hummus a super-charged source and convenient snack for any time!
This deliciously decadent, nutrient-dense salad contains all of the building blocks necessary for building elastin – Vitamin C, Omega-3 fatty acids, Protein, and Carotenoids.
This delectable salmon recipe is not only “d-lightful”, but jam-packed full of vitamin D, your sensitive skin’s new best friend.
This quick, easy, and nutrient-dense salmon recipe is the perfect skin-boosting treat to incorporate once a week.
This firming, nourishing, best-thing-since-sliced-bread recipe is not only delicious, but easy to make, and extremely affordable.
* Watch for the asterisks: These products and ingredients may contain high amounts of iodine, see iodine warning below before using
Thyroid Disease Warnings: If you, or someone in your family, are prone to, or suspect you might have thyroid disease, we recommend avoiding the use of all of the following ingredients in both skincare and supplements, unless otherwise instructed by your healthcare provider:
These ingredients are enormously high in iodine content, a proven, major thyroid disruptor. When applied topically, they can enter the bloodstream.
Resources: https://www.drchristianson.com/the-iodine-controversy/
