Expert Advice on Runner’s Face & Rashes

As Featured in The Independent

The 2025 London Marathon has broken the world record for the most finishers in a marathon with 56,640 completing the famously challenging run. 

Running has seen a significant surge in popularity in the UK, with a larger number of people now considering themselves runners and participating in various running events. An estimated one million people in the UK now identify as runners, and this number continues to grow with younger generations, particularly Millennials and Gen Z, are increasingly involved in running.

Regular running offers numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, weight management, and mental well-being, but also carries some risks, such as overuse injuries and potential cardiovascular issues with excessive running.

Another aspect which is often overlooked is the impact of running on the face and skin. The Independent explored this with advice from experts including Clinicbe founder Dr Barbara Kubicka.

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/running-skincare-london-marathon-b2733069.html

The article explained how sweat and sun exposure can be challenging for the skin, recommending antioxidant-rich skincare products as well as year round sun protection with high SPF.

Dr Kubicka told The Independent

“Niacinamide is another great option, as it helps to reduce redness and strengthen your skin barrier.”

Gentle cleansing and regular exfoliation are recommended to avoid clogging pores which can cause rashes and irritation.

In addition, collagen-stimulating products and treatments are recommended to counteract the ‘runner’s face’ issue of sagging skin caused by long-term running. A combination of sun exposure and weight loss cause prematures breakdown in collagen and elastin which combined with a more lean physique and potential weight loss can lead to a more gaunt look as well as earlier lines and loss of firmness.

Runner’s face treatments

For severe cases of runner’s face, professional treatments can be an option. Here are 5 to consider:

1. Microneedling with Radiofrequency:
   Microneedling treatment involves using fine needles to create tiny injuries in the skin, which stimulates the body’s natural healing process and boosts collagen production. At Clinicbe, advanced technology simultaneously stimulates the skin using radiofrequency, which augments and enhances the collagenesis effects.
2. Doublo HIFU Ultrasound:
   This clever treatment can stimulate collagen production deep within the skin, thereby promoting skin renewal and tightening for firmer skin with improved texture and appearance.
3. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy:
   PRP therapy involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and then injecting it into the skin. The growth factors in PRP are then reapplied to the skin where the intense healing agents help stimulate collagen production.
4. Chemical Peels:
   These treatments utilise acids to exfoliate the skin, stripping away dead skin cells and clearing clogged pores. This also has the benefit of promoting cell turnover and stimulating collagen production in the deeper layers of the skin.
5. Injectable Fillers:
   While primarily used for volumising, certain fillers can stimulate collagen production over time, providing longer-lasting results beyond the initial effect of adding volume.

Please feel free to get in touch – we’re happy to advise on the treatment to suit your requirements and concerns.

Clinicbe® London

Clinicbe® in London was founded by experienced Aesthetic Physician Dr Barbara Kubicka, who works with a team of highly proficient Medical Therapists at her own exclusive Clinicbe based in Knightsbridge.

Dr Kubicka takes a holistic approach to skincare treatments; treating the patient as a whole in order to get the best possible results from any treatments they may have. Private consultations often include individual advice on nutrition, hydration and lifestyle as well as professional treatments.

The clinic offers a comprehensive range of anti-ageing and medical skin treatments for men and women who live and work in West London, including Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Sloane Square, Chelsea and Mayfair and even attracts patients from overseas.

For more information or to book a private consultation with Dr Barbara Kubicka please contact us on 0207 125 0521 or email info@clinicbe.com.

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Expert Advice on Runner's Face & Rashes

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Running has great health benefits, but potentially unattractive impact on face/skin. The Independent expert advice included Clinicbe. Runner's face treatments.

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Clinicbe® London