We often overlook one of the most powerful factors influencing our skin's health: our diet. The foods we consume play a significant role in determining the appearance, texture, and overall health of our skin. By understanding the intricate connection between diet and healthy skin, we can use this to back...
Skin Perfect Primer from Dermalogica is a one of those products that is pretty much suited to all skin types. First and foremost this is a primer (make-up base) but I know a lot of people that like to use it as a light tinted day cream. Skin Perfect...
What is Microneedling? Microneedling is an advanced skincare treatment carried out by a professional skin therapist. It is also often referred to as Collagen Stimulation Therapy CST. Microneedling uses sterile aesthetic needles to puncture the skin in micro depths (max dept 1.5mm) creating controlled injury. This controlled injury will induce the...
When your skin is feeling tight it's easy to get confused as to whether you are dealing with dry skin or dehydrated skin. Let's take a look at the characteristics of both for a clearer idea. Dry Skin This is a skin type ( Read more here about skin types) A...
Its no secret that hormones are on a rolleroaster during pregnancy and this can show on your skin. Breakouts and Hyperpigmentation are two main concerns that you may have to deal with while you have a baby onboard. Before I discuss these skin corcerns it is important to remind you...
What is Acne? Acne is an inflammatory skin condition caused when hair follicles become clogged or blocked with sebum/oil and dead skin cells, this can lead to spots, blackheads, pustules and cysts. The condition is most commonly associated with puberty but can occur at any stage post puberty. Causes or Triggers of...
Everything you need to know about professional in-salon skin peels including Dermalogica's Pro Power Peel. Peel Season Autumn and Winter are often, in this industry referred to as Peel Season. There are in fact no hard or fast rules about what time of year you should peel your skin however the cooler,...
Here's a product that has been around a long time now but it is still a firm favourite with lots of people. Obviously its results are what keep people buying it again and again, but I promise you, its soft silky texture is out of this world and I have...
When it comes to skincare there is unfortunatley no magic solution or perfect formula to guarantee health skin. There are however lots of habits that we can focus on to help maintane the health of our skin. No. 1 Routine & Consistency. First up it is important that you work with a...
Exfoliation is the removal of dead skin cells from the surface of the skin ( or the stratum corneum). You probably know that our skin cells are constantly renewing themselves, as they move up from the base of the epidermis (stratum basal) towards the surface they gradually become older, more...