This section provides a summary of your test results and explains what they mean for you.**
You likely do not experience:
COLLAGEN BREAKDOWN: Normal – The enzyme responsible for Collagen Breakdown (known as MMP’s) is functioning in the Normal range.
COLLAGEN PROTECTION: Impaired – The Glutathione Antioxidant (labeled “Collagen Protection”) functions less than ideal. Overall, you are still in the optimal range. Consider collagen-boosting steps in the future after you have addressed your higher-risk categories.
You are at a higher risk of experiencing:
WRINKLE FACTOR: Deficient – You have a minimal ability to break down glucose efficiently. Excess glucose molecules stick to collagen and elastin, resulting in cross-linked fibers that are bound together. This ultimately leads to the formation of wrinkles, thinning skin, free radicals, and structural skin damage.
You have a medium risk of experiencing:
GENES TESTED:
MELANIN 1: Deficient. MELANIN 2: Normal.
We test 2 locations within this gene (M1 & M2). Your results indicate that your body may produce irregular volumes of melanin (pigment). You may find that your skin can be sensitive when exposed to sunlight and be more prone to freckling and pigmentation spots (hyper-pigmentation). You may also be prone to white spots (hypo-pigmentation). Though your skin may be sun sensitive, you may experience the ability to tan.
PHOTO DEFENSE 1: Impaired. PHOTO DEFENSE 2: Normal.
Your results indicate that genetically your body is close to optimal tin breaking down free radicals produced from UVB rays (Burning Rays) once they have entered the skin. These rays are responsible not only sunburns but also pigmentation responses.
You have a moderate risk of experiencing:
UVA RADIATION REPAIR: Normal – Your body is great at repairing your skin from DNA damage caused by UVA Radiation (also known as the “Aging Rays”).
UVA FREE RADICAL REPAIR: Deficient – You have less than optimal ability to breakdown UV Radicals produced by sun exposure. This gene is crucial for maintaining the overall health and integrity of the skin by aiding the body in repairing UV radical damage.
You have a higher risk of experiencing:
GENES TESTED:
ANTIOXIDANT PRODUCTION: Deficient – Superoxide Dismutase and Glutathione Antioxidants are arguably the body’s most crucial antioxidants. The higher the levels, the less prone we are to the destructive effects of free radicals. You have a less than optimal ability to produce either antioxidant putting you at risk for dull and lifeless skin, irregular pigmentation, rough texture, and uneven skin tone. Increase your antioxidant intake and apply products rich in antioxidants to aid in protecting against free radical damage.
POLLUTION DEFENSE: Normal – Quinones are highly active by-products that stem from pollutants such as UV radiation, car exhaust fumes, carbon, and cigarette smoke. Once absorbed into the skin (if not efficiently broken down) they can begin to oxidize and cause damage within the skin’s wall. Your results suggest that your skin is OPTIMAL at fending off quinones produced by environmental pollutants.
You likely do not experience:
GENES TESTED:
INFLAMMATION: Normal – Your body has a normal inflammatory response to irritants.
XENOBIOTIC DETOX: Normal – Your body can break down xenobiotic compounds such as cigarette smoke, exhaust fumes, air pollution, and alcohol. Keep in mind these compounds can still be harmful to you!
SKIN SENSITIVITY: Impaired – We test 2 locations within this gene (M1 & M2). Your genes have near optimal ability to breakdown toxic chemical compounds found in everyday pollutions. You usually do not suffer inflammation or irritations caused by perfumed products, active skincare ingredients and general city pollution.
Explore and go into depth for each category that we test.**
…based on your SkinDNA results.*
Here is your optimized skincare routine and plan. Based on your DNA test, we focused on your high and medium priorities and considered your Yudoyu quiz results. Your personalized routine includes products packed with ingredients that, with consistent use, will improve current skin quality and protect your future face. Please add lifestyle and dietary changes (outlined below) for an added boost toward your happier, healthier skin!
Warmly,
Teresa and The Yudoyu Team
We are here to help if you have any questions! Please email us at hello@yudoyu.com.
Adds antioxidant protection and fights glycation with Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and Ferulic Acid.
Brightens and Evens Skin Tone: Vitamin C and Lime Peel Water.
Plumps Fine Lines: Sodium Hyaluronate and Ferulic Acid.
Prickly Pear Benefits:
Try your cleanser, serum, and moisturizer first, then add the other steps later.
Remember to use a broad-spectrum SPF daily (rain or shine).
Dry + Over 50
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Protect and boost collagen with these healthy skin choices!
Ingredients that boost collagen regeneration.
Interrupt the glycation cycle and take steps to keep skin tone smoother.
Protect your skin from irregular pigmentation and even out your tone.
Take steps to boost your UV Defense and limit the sun’s early aging effects.
Good by dull hello GLOW. Give your skin the nourishment it needs.
Apply products packed with antioxidants!
So, you are a little sensitive. Don’t worry, we’ve got YU!
Learn about the causes and symptoms of poor skin health, and view our comprehensive list of beneficial ingredients and treatments.
In just 60 seconds a day, you can help improve your skin’s overall health and appearance.
Lymphatic drainage is a facial massage to boost the body’s natural draining system. The face is left visibly more lifted, firm, and youthful by assisting in the movement of excess toxins, water, fats, and proteins down the lymph vessels and into the nodes!
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 demonstrated in the illustration. Using light pressure, gently massage the face upwards and outwardly. 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.
What if I’m doing this wrong?
If you are working in upward and outward motions with light, relaxing amounts of pressure, you are certain to fight against one of the main causes of wrinkles – gravity.
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 firming, nourishing, best-thing-since-sliced-bread recipe is not only delicious, but easy to make, and extremely affordable.
In the ingredient transparency tab, we alert you if there are commonly known ingredients that may bother certain skin conditions, including:
Thyroid Risk: If you see this “†” symbol at the end of a product name, you should avoid if you have a thyroid condition as there is a higher risk of exposure to iodine.
People with sensitivities, or allergies to any listed ingredient should not use the product. In case you are in doubt, always try an allergy patch test and if at any time irritation occurs, discontinue use of the product.
If you are pregnant, please contact your physician before trying any new product – especially the ones with essential oils.
Yudoyu is proud to help by providing tools for guidance and transparency, but is not responsible for any individual reaction to any particular ingredient.
The information provided is not meant to substitute for advice provided by your personal health professional. Do not use the information found within this website to self-diagnose any medical conditions or treat any health problems or diseases. Please consult your qualified health professional should you have any concerns. Always consult your physician before starting a new diet or exercise routine.
Our lab tests 16 core and dozens of secondary genetic markers that contribute to skin protection and premature aging and can play a big role in your skin’s future well-being.
The genes tested are cataloged according to their structural, functional, and metabolic effects on the skin.
Each Skin DNA category provides 1 of 3 outcomes: High Risk, Medium or Low Risk.
How does your skin compare with the rest of the population?
Yudoyu’s partner lab SkinDNA® has established one of the world’s largest derma genetics databases with more than 2 million DNA profiles*.
Our data allows us to discover distinctive skin aging traits shared between groups of people.