Sterile Cheek Swab
Simple at-home sample collection.
YourIQ DNA Series
SkinIQ
SkinIQ focuses on genetic traits connected to skin aging, hydration, sensitivity, pigmentation, and overall skin wellness.
SkinIQ
DNA Test Kit
What This Product Tests For
A simple overview of the main report areas included with SkinIQ.
Description
SkinIQ focuses on genetic traits connected to skin aging, hydration, sensitivity, pigmentation, and overall skin wellness.
This test is for informational wellness purposes and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Test Areas
- Collagen and skin aging traits
- Sun sensitivity and pigmentation traits
- Skin hydration tendency
- Oxidative stress response
- Acne and inflammation-related traits
- Personalized skincare and lifestyle suggestions
Core Genes Reviewed
Wellness-related genes included in this product's interpretation include:
- Collagen structure, elasticity and skin-aging pathways: COL1A1, MMP1
- Oxidative stress and antioxidant defense response: SOD2, GPX1, CAT
- UV sensitivity and pigmentation-related traits: MC1R
- Skin barrier integrity and moisture retention tendency: FLG
- Cellular energy recycling and CoQ10 metabolism: NQO1
- Elastic fiber structure & skin firmness: ELN
- Melanin production & skin pigmentation: TYR
- Water transport & skin moisture balance: AQP3
YourIQ reports are for informational wellness purposes only.
What's Included
Specimen Envelope
Place the collected swab into the specimen envelope.
Prepaid Return Envelope
Mail the sample back using the provided envelope.
Instruction Guide
Step-by-step collection instructions.
How It Works
1
Register Kit
Activate your kit online.
2
Collect Sample
Use the sterile cheek swab.
3
Mail Back
Return the sample.
4
Get Results
Results are typically available 3 to 7 business days depending on test type.