The product is not available here in the US, yet and there are plans to roll out later this year.  The process involves a cheek swab and a sample of nose skin for the evaluation process.  Once the lab results are obtained, a personalized skin care plan is created using the products from Dermglow that is best suited for the individual.  There is no claim regarding an individual’s potential of developing cancer though.  The plan will help to prevent and promote repair of DNA damage from the sun.  image

This method replaces using hair. Mitochondrial DNA is used to test for UV-induced damage as it cannot repair damage and therefore provides a diary of sun exposure" explained Birch-Machin.”  BD

05-Jun-2008 - DermaDNA, a system that measures an individual's DNA damage resulting from UV radiation and recommends a skin care regime accordingly, is launched in Canada. The skincare system results from a collaboration between Genesis Genomics, a manufacturer of genetic tests for cancer and other diseases, and Dermaglow, a Canadian based skin care company.

Personalised UV protection arrives in Canada

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