Are you ageing your skin ?

prevent ageing ! is window light damaging you skin ?

Many people associate sun damage with beach holidays, sunbathing, or hot summer days. But what most don’t realise is that you can be exposing your skin to damaging UV rays every single day — simply by sitting near a window.Whether you’re working from home, commuting, or spending hours in an office next to a window, your skin may be ageing faster than you think.Let’s break down why this happens, how it affects your skin, and what you can do to protect yourself.

 

Why Sitting Near a Window Can Damage Your Skin

Sunlight contains two main types of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that affect the skin:

☀️ UVA Rays – The Silent Agers

  • UVA rays penetrate through glass
  • Present all year round (even on cloudy days)
  • Penetrate deep into the skin
  • Responsible for premature ageing, collagen breakdown, pigmentation, and skin laxity

While most windows block UVB rays (the ones that cause sunburn), UVA rays pass straight through standard glass — including:

  • Home windows
  • Office windows
  • Car windscreens and side windows

This means if you sit near a window for hours each day, your skin is being exposed to ageing radiation without you realising it.

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How This Affects Your Skin Over Time

Chronic UVA exposure can lead to:

  • Premature wrinkles and fine lines
  • Sagging skin due to collagen breakdown
  • Uneven skin tone and pigmentation
  • Sun spots and age spots
  • Increased risk of skin cancer over time
  • Faster ageing on one side of the face (commonly seen in drivers and office workers)

You may notice:

  • Pigmentation appearing more on the window-facing side of your face
  • Skin looking dull, crepey, or less firm
  • Makeup sitting differently as skin texture changes

 

 

 

“But I’m Indoors – Do I Really Need SPF?”

Short answer: Yes.

If you:

  • Work near a window
  • Drive regularly
  • Sit in a bright office
  • Work from home with natural daylight

…then daily SPF is just as important as it is outdoors.

What You Can Do to Protect Your Skin

1. Wear a Broad-Spectrum SPF Every Day

Choose a sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB with:

  • SPF 30–50
  • Applied every morning as the final step of skincare
  • Reapplied if you’re in direct sunlight for prolonged periods

This is one of the most powerful anti-ageing steps you can take.

2. Be Mindful of Where You Sit

  • If possible, avoid sitting directly next to windows for long periods
  • Rotate your workspace or adjust blinds when sunlight is strong
  • In cars, remember side windows allow UVA exposure too

3. Support Your Skin Barrier

Healthy skin is more resilient. Use skincare that:

  • Supports collagen production
  • Strengthens the skin barrier
  • Targets pigmentation and oxidative stress

Medical-grade skincare can significantly reduce the visible effects of UV exposure.

4. Repair Existing Sun Damage Professionally

At True You Skin Clinics, we often see clients who are doing “everything right” — but still showing signs of sun damage from everyday exposure.

Professional treatments can help:

  • Improve pigmentation
  • Stimulate collagen
  • Strengthen skin health at a deeper level

A personalised skin consultation can identify UV-related damage you may not even realise is there yet.

The Takeaway

Sun damage doesn’t just happen on holiday.

It happens quietly, daily, and often indoors.

If you spend time near windows — especially working from home or in an office — protecting your skin from UVA exposure is essential for:

  • Slower ageing
  • Healthier skin
  • Better long-term results from your skincare and treatments

If you’re unsure whether your skin is showing early signs of UV damage, a professional skin assessment can give you clarity — and a plan.

Your skin sees the sun even when you don’t. Make sure it’s protected.

Book a  Skin  Consultation

If your skin looks dull despite your current routine, a professional skin consultation can help identify the best treatment plan for you. Combining medical-grade skincare, IPL , and Profhilo can improve the signs of ageing and  reduce pigmentation.

 Treatments available in clinic  to reduce premature signs of ageing include :

 

Illumifacial

Perfect  Peel

Medical Grade Skincare  

 

Skin Boosters .

Remarkable Transformations

Before and After Results

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