19/02/2026
Your expensive serum isn’t the problem… this is.
Every week in clinic I meet patients using beautiful, medical-grade skincare — vitamin C, retinoids, growth factors, the works — and still wondering why their skin is ageing faster than it should.
Here’s the uncomfortable truth:
Unprotected UV exposure destroys collagen far quicker than any serum can rebuild it.
Sun damage doesn’t just cause pigment.
It silently breaks down collagen, weakens elastin, increases redness, and thins the skin over time.
And this happens on cloudy Irish days, through windows, and during everyday driving — not just on holiday.
So before you spend another €200 on a miracle product, ask yourself:
Are you protecting the collagen you already have?
Because the real anti-ageing hierarchy is simple:
SPF first. Retinoid second. Treatments third. Everything else is support.
Do this consistently, and your skincare finally starts working with your biology — not against it.
— Dr Farah’s Verdict
✨ Save this as your reminder to wear SPF tomorrow.
📍 Medical Skin Clinic, Donegal
