How to Treat & Reverse Sun Damage with Medical Aesthetics

Skin Cancer Awareness Month is a crucial reminder of the risks associated with prolonged sun exposure—and the importance of protecting your skin year-round. While the focus is rightly on prevention and early detection, it’s also important to address the long-term impact of UV radiation, including sun damage that may already be visible on the skin.

At award-winning Dermoperfection, based on Level 2 of The Mailbox in Birmingham, we regularly treat patients concerned about the lasting effects of sun exposure. From pigmentation and dehydration to fine lines and skin laxity, sun damage often becomes more pronounced over time—especially after years of tanning or skipping SPF.

The good news? Modern aesthetic medicine offers clinically proven, non-surgical solutions to treat and reverse these visible signs while promoting long-term skin health.

What Does Sun Damage Look Like?

Even though a tan may seem like a short-term glow, the long-term effects of UV exposure can lead to significant damage at a cellular level. Common signs include:

• Hyperpigmentation or uneven skin tone

• Dry, crepey or thinning skin

• Premature lines and wrinkles

• Reduced elasticity and sagging

• Dullness or loss of radiance

It’s also important to note that UV exposure is the primary cause of photoaging, responsible for up to 80% of visible ageing. Over time, these changes can increase the risk of skin cancers—another reason why prevention and repair go hand-in-hand.

Treatments We Recommend to Reverse Sun Damage

1. Profhilo: Deep Hydration for Damaged Skin

Profhilo is an injectable treatment rich in hyaluronic acid, designed to hydrate from within and rejuvenate tired, UV-damaged skin.

• Ideal for crepey, sun-damaged skin

• Boosts collagen and elastin

• Improves tone, firmness and glow

It’s especially beneficial for skin that feels tight, dull, or prematurely aged due to chronic sun exposure.

2. Plinest Polynucleotides: Cellular Regeneration

Plinest is part of a new class of regenerative injectables that harness filtered DNA fragments to support skin healing at a cellular level.

• Reduces pigmentation and textural changes

• Repairs oxidative damage caused by UV rays

• Stimulates natural tissue repair

This is a powerful, medical-grade option for those seeking visible skin renewal after years of sun damage.

3. HydraFacial: Antioxidant-Rich Skin Detox

HydraFacial combines deep cleansing, exfoliation and antioxidant infusion in one non-invasive treatment.

• Brightens sun-damaged, dull skin

• Fades surface pigmentation

• Restores hydration and defences

It’s also an excellent maintenance treatment after holidays or summer months, helping you reset your skin health.

SPF: The Essential Daily Defence

While treatments can repair damage, prevention remains the most powerful tool in your skincare arsenal. A broad-spectrum, medical-grade SPF is vital for protecting against UVA (ageing) and UVB (burning) rays—and essential to maintain your treatment results.

Our top SPF picks include:

• Obagi Sun Shield Matte,  Tinted or Cool SPF50

• Mesoestetic Melan 130+ Pigment Control

• PCA Skin Weightless Protection SPF45

We stock these and more in-clinic and online, so your skin is protected every day.

Start Your Skin Recovery Journey

Whether you’re looking to correct signs of sun damage or take proactive steps in your skincare, Dermoperfection’s expert medical team is here to help. Visit our award-winning clinic at The Mailbox to create your bespoke skin plan or shop our recommended sun protection products online.

Protect. Repair. Rejuvenate.
This Skin Cancer Awareness Month, take action for healthier, more resilient skin—for today and the future.