News and skin care tips from the team.
We all know what blackheads look like – a small, slightly raised black bump that appear on the skin surface. They look like blocked pores right, but they are in fact clogged hair follicles. Either way they are unsightly and can lead to other skin concerns like breakouts and enlarged pores. The earlier you begin
Microdermabrasion is a new cosmetic procedure we offer that is a safe, non-invasive treatment. Our microdermabrasion machine is from asap, a leading Australian brand, made for the Australasian market. Our microplus uses diamond tips to gently and safely exfoliate and polish the outermost layers of dry, dead skin cells to reveal healthier looking skin. The
Spider veins on your legs are often a concern during the summer, when they can make you self-conscious about wearing skirts, dresses and shorts. It is much easier to ignore them during the winter months when you can hide them under long pants and stockings. Winter is the perfect time to have your spider vein
What is Glycolic Acid and why should we use it as part of our acne treatment program? Glycolic Acid is a plant based acid, derived from sugarcane. The word acid can be alarming, but it is very safe when used correctly. Glycolic Acid is often found in products designed for anti-aging and problem skin, developed
Facial spider veins can be unsightly and are often concealed with heavy makeup. They are harmless and regarded as a cosmetic concern. The medical term for facial spider veins is telangiectasia – which means widened tiny blood vessels that cause threadlike red lines or patterns close to your skin surface. What are Spider veins? They are like
The term bacne refers to back acne, those annoying acne outbreaks on your back. Back acne usually first appears during puberty and is often outgrown by your early 20s, but can, unfortunately, persist beyond these years. Like the skin on your face, your back has a great deal of sebaceous glands and hair follicles that
Vitamin C is a powerful anti-aging ingredient, used by many to combat the signs of aging and pigmentation. It is necessary for collagen production and maintenance. Vitamin C is a powerhouse antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals therefore slowing down the aging of your skin. What is a free radical? It is an atom that
If you think acne is just a teenage problem, think again. Lots of adults in their 30s, 40s and beyond are dealing with acne. Women tend to get adult acne more often than men do. Most adult acne occurs cheeks, chin and the jaw – so there is no hiding the problem. So what
Everyone loves to talk about a ‘youthful’ skin and skin rejuvenation but what exactly does that mean? We ask one of our registered nurses, Angela who has a special interest in skin to tell us what she thinks makes for youthful skin – “I think a vibrancy, movement and a plumpness in the skin, non
