So we're 20 years old and our skin is ...usually at it’s most healthy. It is glowing, the cellular communication and turnover is optimal. Our skin is functioning really well, so we tend to take it for granted the most at this age. To keep it that way we need to … Wear sunscreen every …
Adult acne: What is it and how to deal with it
1. What is adult acne? Adult acne are breakouts that occur due to hormonal fluctuations in the skin. This might be due to the oral contraceptive diet, a change in diet or skincare or due to another medication condition. Whenever the male hormone testosterone (yes females have testosterone too!) spikes, the sebum or oil produced …
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Mistakes people make with their skin!
Mistake 1: Perfume on the neck I know that people do this in the movies, in the department stores and probably at home. But please, please stop. Perfumes contain oil, which what makes them smell so good. But putting oils on your neck, even if they are in perfume is truly bad for your skin. Our …
Retinol: Your questions answered.
What is retinol Retinol is a form of Vitamin A. When applied to the skin, it helps to break up the dead skin cells sitting on the surface of the skin but gently breaking apart the “glue” or bonds that hold the skin together. For everyone in the skin biz, it is known as the Anti-aging …
‘Tweak-ments’
Giulia D'Anna was recently interviewed about small treatments that give maximum impact with little intervention. No one wants extended downtime or aggressive treatments anymore, as these are often associated with side effects, discomfort and looking starkly different. It is all about 'natural' now. Take a read Has there been a shift from excessive age defying …
Salicylic acid, acne and your skin
What is salicylic acid? What are the benefits for acne? Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid. This is oil soluble which is perfect for acne, as it helps to dissolve the excess oil produced in the pores or oil glands within the skin, as well as break apart the skin cells on the surface which …
How to deal with sensitive skin: 5 simple hacks
Sensitive skin can really be troublesome. Your skin looks red and easily freaks out. Washing your face makes your face feel tight and itchy. Know the feeling? Well you are not alone. Here are five simple tips that can step you in the right direction. Hack 1 - pH balanced skincare The skin surface is …
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Allumera: Cosmetic Photo Dynamic Therapy
Dermal Distinction, one of Australia’s premier cosmetic skin clinics providing treatments to enhance natural beauty, restore confidence and protect the skin, talks to Beauty Biz about the Allumera phenomenon. Here’s everything you need to know. PHOTODYNAMIC THERAPY (PDT) Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a treatment that uses a drug called a photosensitizer and a particular colour …
The real deal on Sunscreen
Remember back in the 80’s when a tan meant that you were glowing with health? Well hopefully we all know better than that now. Even though the sun beckons us to spend more time outside, protecting your skin is more important than ever. Aside from the skin cancer risks associated with sun damage, ninety percent …
Look Well. Feel Well
When it comes to skin wellness, everyone has an opinion about what is right or wrong. But whatever your thoughts, I am sure we all agree that we all want to look the best that we can. For some people, this might be putting on some sunscreen, whereas for others, looking their best skin health …