What did you do when you woke up this morning? Did you bounce out of bed, ready to begin a new day, or did you have to drag your sluggish body into action? There are many ways to start your day, and your skin care is no different. We’ve had fun reviewing our morning skin […]
Vitamin A – essential for your skin
Vitamin A – Facts, Types and Use Vitamin A skin care products improve the health of your skin. They work by normalising how your skin functions, which in turn helps your skin to stay strong and healthy. This makes it a powerhouse in your skin care regime. It was conclusively proven in 1996 that Vitamin […]
Osmosis Wellness Supplements and Elixirs
Get ready to start caring for your skin from within. Osmosis Wellness have brought out an updated range of supplements and elixirs to assist your body to find it’s optimal internal balance. Mindfully formulated to safely detox your body, increase your bodies repair process, and improve your overall immune system. In this way, your body […]
The Importance of Vitamin B Serums
Let’s chat about Vitamin B Serums! We all know it’s important to include this in our daily routine, but do we understand why? In recent times, Vitamin B has been a bit misunderstood. The hype always seemed to be around Vitamin C, but really, Vitamin B shouldn’t be left off your daily to-do list. […]
We are absolutely loving it, but what is it???
We’re reaching the hardest part of Winter… close to the end, but not quite! It’s likely all our Vitamin D levels are lower. We’re grouchy with each other and wishing we could escape overseas to the warmth – but can’t! Arg! With this in mind, we’ve decided to celebrate the things we do enjoy. We’ve […]
Osmosis Face Mapping Empowering Glowing Skin
Osmosis thinks differently. Their mission is to change the way we treat our skin, empowering its innate ability to heal itself to create real, lasting results without compromise. They do this by looking at skin care through a holistic lens. Rooted in the science of the skin-body connection, they go more than skin deep […]
Cleansers Product Reviews
Let’s get into the nitty-gritty of cleansing! We’re now in the midst of Winter, and this often means your skin is dryer. With this change, cleansing your face twice a day may feel excessive and like it’s drying out your skin. With the right products and method though, this can easily be avoided. We’re taking […]
Products For Dry Skin Reviewed
Well, we’re definitely in the midst of Winter now. Time for warm cuppa’s, your fav’ blankets and every warming option around you! Brrrrr… We’ve dedicated this week to our products for dry skin. Hopefully this gives you some inspiration to get your skin back on track! While having dry skin can be frustrating all year […]
Guide To Acids In Skin Care
Our constant quest to achieve smooth, even-toned, and radiant skin, would never become a reality, if it wasn’t for the use of acids in skin care. Our skin loves and needs active ingredients to treat, prevent and stimulate the skin. As we age, our production of plumping agents, like collagen and elastin slow down. Our […]
Things That Hydrate – Product Reviews
We’re getting into the colder weather now, and while you may love your warm coats, it’s sure not the same as the summer sun! Depending on which type of heating you use, your skin can end up dry and sore. While there are a few things you can do, one of them is to upgrade […]
Lactic Acid and Skin Care Products
Have you heard how amazing Lactic Acid and skin care is? It’s an important ingredient in your facial cleanser, serums and masks, as well as being so much more! Having clean skin has become particularly important in today’s modern world. This is because the Environment is now filled with pollutants and irritants, before you even […]
3 People, 3 Problems, 3 Solutions
Everyday at The Skin Care Clinic, we come across many different skin concerns, either in the clinic or over an online consultation. Here are 3 different people with very different concerns and the solutions that we have provided: Solutions When Past Sun Damage Still Haunts You Susan is a regular at The […]
Best Retinol Skin Care Reviewed
We all want to wake up with glowing skin. How can we make sure this continues to happen throughout life? Your best bet is Retinol. There are so many Retinoids available at the moment, the most common being Retinol (Vitamin A skin care). As one of the most used and understood anti-ageing skin care products […]
Everyday Skin Care Needs
While your skin’s colour and texture may be different to your best friends, your everyday skin care needs are both the same. Your skin is there to protect your body from the outside world, acting as a waterproof layer that allows your body to move freely. It also protects against harmful environmental damage such […]
Best Skin Tips (that are not necessarily skin care)
We write a lot of articles here at The Skin Care Clinic, and they always relate to products that you can purchase to enhance your skin. But not everyone can or wants to purchase lots of products. So I thought that I would give you some tips on getting the healthiest skin you can without […]
Vitamin B Product Review – Healthy Skin Essential
Have you ever wondered, what does your skin need to be healthy? What’s really important? Thank’s to science, we understand how the skin functions. With this, we also understand what changes as we age, and also when we damage our skin. We’re seeing more links appear to our lifestyle, diet and health producing changes in […]
Beauty Sleep
Beauty Sleep is a real thing! Lack of sleep directly impacts the way in which our skin looks with symptoms such as: hanging eyelids swollen eyes dark under eye circles paler skin more wrinkles and fine lines droopy corners of the mouth So why is beauty sleep so important? Our skin functions as an important […]
Osmosis MD Product Review
Get ready for a treat. Today is our Osmosis MD Product Review. For some brands skin care is led by nature, for others it’s science. The brand Osmosis MD is created to combine the best of both, but with a greater focus on science. Creating patented products that are toxin-free while providing lasting change in […]
Foundation Product Review
We’ve all taken great thought in our Foundation Product Review, and it really is personal. There are many types of foundation available, and their application and use are really designed towards different skin types and lifestyle. So, to begin with, what are these elusive foundation options? Check out our ‘cheat sheet’ list below. Liquid Foundations BB […]
Quitting Sugar – My Real Life Experience
I’ll start this by stating that I’m not a Doctor, Dietitian or Nutritionist. I’m a Dermal Therapist, and this article will get to my skin in the end, I promise!! I’ve recently experienced Quitting Sugar and I felt this was something you might all want to hear more about… as the results are far better […]
Calming Relief Product Review
Having sensitive skin can be frustrating for so many reasons. It also makes finding the right skin care very difficult. That’s why we’ve created this Calming Relief Product Review. So you can check out what we have noticed about these products and why we recommend them. The solution to irritated or red skin sometimes needs […]
Colorescience All Calm Rosacea / Acne Coverage
Do you have red skin that often flushes when you’re hot, embarrassed or when you eat certain foods? Maybe you have rosacea? Do you have red, angry acne? We’re here to explain why we stock Colorescience All Calm – Rosacea and Acne Coverage at it’s best! Rosacea takes a long time to heal, so it’s […]
CosMedix Favourites Product Review
We’ve put together our CosMedix Favourites Product Review. When we get to try all their products, what do you think stands out to us? You may be surprised – or if you love CosMedix, maybe not!!! With super clean ingredients, clinical level actives, luxurious textures and pure natural botanicals, CosMedix is our luxe brand and […]
Best Wrinkle Treatments and Prevention
Wrinkles are a natural part of ageing, frustratingly true. While our genetics can determine skin texture and structure. Wrinkles are more prevalent in those with more exposure to the sun and especially with light skin. Of course, there are other factors causing wrinkles. These are the basics; such as environmental pollutants, smoking and continuous facial […]
Medik8 Product Review – Beautiful Skin for Life
Medik8’s ultimate mission is to help you achieve Beautiful Skin for Life. Their approach is very straight forward, to demystify anti-ageing skin care. They do this through their simple CSA Philosophy. The secret to looking younger for longer is as easy as Vitamin C plus Sunscreen by day, Vitamin A by night. When you look […]
Medik8 Available Online And In-Clinic!
You asked and we listened! After so many client requests, we are beyond excited to announce that we have the full range of Medik8 available online and In-Clinic! Experts in anti-ageing professional skincare, Medik8 understands skin. Carefully developed with expertise and precision. Their solutions focus on common skin challenges from anti-ageing and blemishes to pigmentation and […]
The Best Face Masks
Choosing face masks can be difficult when they all appear so similar but can achieve such different results. The Best Face Masks aren’t necessarily the same for each person. So, the key is what does your skin need? To decide this, you need to understand the different benefits Face Masks can actually bring. Face masks […]
Dry Skin – Aspect Dr Resveratrol
Sometimes, no matter how much moisturiser you apply and how much water you drink, your skin just feels dry. So why is this, when you’re seemingly doing all the right things? Often it’s important to work out what’s causing the dry skin. That way you can take steps to reduce the occurrence and heal your […]
Aspect Dr & Aspect Skincare Product Review
It’s Australia Day and we’re celebrating our Aussie Made products, which means we get to review Aspect and Aspect Dr!! This is a toughie, because… how to choose?? We’re talking over 50 products to decide between – eeek! Which would feature in your Top Aspect Product Review? I’m sure Resveratrol would top many of your […]
Top 5 Foods For Healthy Skin
Your skin reflects both what you put on your face, and what you put in your body. While supplements can boost your daily nutrient intake, they don’t match fresh, raw fruits and vegetables. Having a low nutrient diet can lead to digestion issues and a poor absorption of Vitamins, Minerals and Antioxidants that are needed […]
Makeup Product Review – Beauty the Healthy Way
We have a very well stocked range of skin care, but how much do you know about our makeup ranges? We’ve been really picky about what we have on our website. We don’t want you to go to the trouble of achieving healthy glowing skin, only to undo all your hard work with nasty ingredients. […]
Anti-Ageing Tips – The Secret To Looking Younger
Time goes by so quickly these days. Is it just me, or did someone hit fast forward? There’s often so much going on between our daily life and unexpected dramas. One morning, we simply wake up and wonder who’s looking back at us in the mirror. We start to look as tired as we feel, […]
Aspect Dr Kits – Product Recommendations
We’re often asked “What’s best for my skin” and of course everyone’s different. When it comes to making changes in your skin though, there are some very simple and universal starting places. Aspect Dr Kits are put together to ensure, when starting out, that your skin is receiving enough of the right ingredients to improve […]
Sun Care and Understanding Sunscreen
There’s nothing that screams “summertime” quite like the smell of sunscreen? It immediately takes you back to your childhood, with those carefree summer holidays spent at the beach, splashing around in the pool, and hanging out with friends. Even though sunscreen has been around for years, protecting us and keeping us safe, we often still don’t […]
Vitamin A Product Review – Your new best friend!
When you’re searching for anti-ageing options, your first port of call needs to be Vitamin A. This magic ingredient helps your skin to function better which in turn helps your skin to stay younger – and have less “defects” that occur with age.Yes, we’re talking wrinkles, inflammation and UV damage, dead skin, acne and […]
How do Growth Factors Improve Your Skin
Your cells naturally make Growth Factors to maintain healthy skin. They essentially control everything – regulate cell production, growth, division and maturation! You need them to keep healthy and looking good with a well-functioning skin. As you and your skin ages, fewer growth factors are produced, decreasing the functionality of your skin and increasing the […]
Christmas Gift – Product Review
Guess what – it’s December!!! What does that mean to you? Summer? Christmas? Holidays? Whatever you have planned over the next few weeks we hope you have a blast! Here, in the clinic, we have a Christmas Frenzy going on. We’re talking the biggest box of tinsel and shiny baubles you’ve ever seen! If […]
Vitamin C Product Review
Once again we’re raving about the sun… but this time it’s all about healing and strengthening! When we talk about Antioxidants in your skin care assisting you combat UV damage, the most important addition is Vitamin C! This is the reason it’s our favourite antioxidant for everyday use. It helps repair your skin while slowing […]
Best neck and decolletage treatment options
The Sun loves your neck and decolletage… So, your face looks 10 years younger (thanks to your outstanding skin care routine of course). You feel it’s as healthy as it can be… and yet your hands, neck and decolletage tell a different story. You always wear a hat and a good physical sunblock every day, […]
Sunscreen Product Review
Isn’t the sun a glorious thing. Light and warmth make a big difference to our lifestyle and mood. If you’ve been following our blog for a while, you’ll know it’s both your skins best friend and worst enemy. Sun damage is the largest contributor to accelerating our skin’s ageing process. Yet, Vitamin D is an […]
Best Safe Tanning Options
Are you ready for sun kissed skin? The warm sun is making the beach and pool more appealing. It’s time to bring out your shorts, bathers and dresses… and your skin! Rather than harm your skin with excessive sun exposure though, consider the healthy and organic Safe Tanning Options instead. We’re talking Eco Tan’s range […]
Melasma
Melasma is an increasingly common skin condition, predominantly in women. It’s where you start to see dark areas of pigmentation on your skin. If you are experiencing this frustrating symptom, you’re not alone! Though it’s challenging to treat, there is hope. Scientists are exploring the root cause of this hyper-pigmentation. This helps find out how […]
Moisturiser Product Review
While we have a whole bunch of active serums and specialised treatments, often it’s our moisturiser that we’re most loyal to. It’s not unusual for it to be the first skin care item we heavily rely on as we start to age. Unfortunately this can also be our downfall. As we age, it’s important to […]
Beauty Through the Ages
This week, we’ve decided to look at Beauty Through the Ages. The evolution of beauty and some of the weird and wonderful things that women have done, and still do, to appear more youthful and beautiful. One of the most common theme is to achieve ‘perfect white skin.’ I’m truly grateful we live in an […]
BB and CC Creams Product Review
When we are asked for foundation recommendations, we tend to ask – how much coverage do you want, and how much time do you want to spend on your makeup? Many of us are leading busy lives now. Trying to be a successful career woman, mother, housekeeper, life coach, accountant, team member, best friend and […]
Preparing young skin for the future
‘If only I cared for my skin when I was young’… The benefit of hindsight does not help us in our older years. So, we need to teach our kids from an early age some of the most important life lessons. Aside from getting a good education, exploring the world and saving money… the one […]
Teen Acne
Being a teenager can be tough. There is so much pressure placed on kids these days; social, emotional and academic, just to name a few. So imagine having all these pressures, and then experiencing low self confidence at the same time because of your teen acne. Acne is horrible at any age, but when you […]
CosMedix Product Review
As we recommend these products all the time, we hope you enjoy this CosMedix Product Review. This is a premium range of skin care, full of clinically active ingredients that are documented to produce real change in your skin. This is not just a feel-good brand, although it’s cruelty free and made with super clean […]
Essential Vitamins for your Skin
There are always constant advancements when it comes to health, and skin care is no exception. From antioxidants to zinc, you will often read about the latest and greatest discovery in skin care. But what do these ingredients actually do, and what are the essential vitamins for optimal skin health? Here we break down […]
Men’s Skin Care – Product Review
When it comes to men’s skin care, it’s all well and good to suggest what they need. What do they actually like though? With so many different types of skin, everyone’s different. We have asked the men closest to us to list which products stand out for them. We’ve stuck to their interpretation, so they’re […]
Skin Care for Men
As a vast generalisation, there are a few different types of fellas in this world. Those who spend quite a bit of time looking in the mirror (the Sexy Fella). Some who secretly look in the mirror (the Shy Fella) and those who don’t even own a mirror (the Cruisy Fella). But whatever fella you […]
Colorescience Even Up & All Calm Product Review
When dealing with discolouration in the skin, our first thought is often to cover it up. Did you know there are products created to not only conceal and diffuse various types of skin discolouration? But to calm and protect it at the same time… That’s why we’re bringing you this Colorescience Even Up and All […]
Effective Treatment for Rosacea
Rosacea is an inflammatory skin condition without a known cause, just lots of theories. It can be highly unpleasant for those who have it. If you suffer from it, your face feels constantly tight. Your cheeks are red and become redder when your triggers are stimulated. You progressively become more sensitive to all skin care […]
Total Eye & Eye Creams – Product Review
Isn’t it unfair that your eyes are one of the first places to show your age. It’s also where you notice the age in others. Smile lines, crow’s feet, eye wrinkles and under eye crepiness are a natural part of the ageing process. So, are they inevitable? Sure, but you can slow the process by […]
Dark Circles Under Eyes
Dark circles under the eyes are very common, particularly in women. For some people, dark circles are in their genetic makeup. They are also more common in certain ethnic groups. Either way, for those who have dark circles, there is one thing most have in common – they all want a permanent cure. […]
Exfoliators and Masks – Product Review
Sometimes, no matter how much product you use, your skin still looks and feels dull. If you’re not using exfoliators and masks this is probably why. Your skin naturally sheds cells all the time. This layer of dead skin cells loves to soak up your skin care products too. That means only a small amount […]
Home Remedies – do they actually work?
Coconut oil, avocado, coffee, turmeric and cucumber are just some home remedies that promise clear, glowing skin when mashed up and applied topically to our face. But do they really work? When I was young and didn’t have access to good skin care, I certainly tried many things from the fridge. Lemon juice on pimples […]
Miessence Product Review
We are very keen to encourage you to look after your body and the environment here in the clinic. This is why we support Miessence products. Who doesn’t like organic, fair trade products that are good for both your body and gentle on our world. The key is whether they actually work though… Rest assured […]
Enlarged Pores Top 10 Skin Care Tips
Enlarged pores have overtaken wrinkles in areas of complaint. Most of my clients have add large pores to their list of skin woes and I would have to agree. Unfortunately for me, I inherited enlarged skin pores from my mum, and while I do everything possible to minimise their appearance, they will always be there. […]
Winter Dry Skin – How To Avoid
As if Winters’ arrival isn’t bad enough, now my skin is dry. Not just my face either. My legs, specifically my shins, are driving me mad! Now not everyone will get dry skin in Winter, some of you lucky folks live in the warm, humid parts of the country. For us Southern people though, this […]
Three Warriors Product Review
It’s always a bit sad when we see the Summer sun disappear. For those of us down South the loss of sunlight and heat can be drastic. Others live or seasonally migrate up North to make the most of the milder Winter weather. Wherever you live, even those with golden summer skin may find it […]
Genetics and Skin – How Much Does It Play A Part
Stretch marks, skin discolouration, varicose veins and sagging skin are some of the wonderful things that our parents can hand down to us. But just because our parents might have had these things doesn’t necessarily mean that we have to have them too. Skin disorders, just like any health disorder, are caused by the mutation […]
Double Cleansing – Should You?
Our skin care routine can be serious business. For some of us (like me) it can take a good 15 minutes every night. Although 15 minutes seems a lot of time to spend on my skin care routine, I find that by the end of the day it’s something that I really look forward to. […]
What We Are Loving Right Now – Product Review
We like to keep things real here at The Skin Care Clinic. Getting to experience a wide range of skin care is fantastic, but with each of us having different skin issues – there are some clear winners that we simply love. More than that though, we are all using this Easter break to celebrate […]
Picking at your skin
To pick or not to pick… that is the question. What are the alternatives to picking at your skin? Most of us have been there… standing in front of the mirror, squeezing at our blackheads and pimples until our skin is red and sore. For some, picking at a pimple is very satisfying, but for […]
Jane Iredale – Product Review
We have been considering our product ranges very carefully recently and if you are looking for a mineral makeup range that’s kind to your skin and kind to the planet, you can’t go past Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup Australia. Using only the highest quality minerals and predominantly organic igredients, the Jane Iredale range will nourish […]
Benefits of Exfoliation
The primary purpose of exfoliation is to remove dead skin cells. When our skin is functioning as it should be, usually, around every 28 – 30 days, our body will naturally shed dead cells as new cells will replace the old cells. However, overtime, an excess of dead skin cells accumulates. Giving us the appearance […]
Societe Pure Everyday Cleanser – Product Review
Finding the right cleanser is an important building block to setting up your skin care routine. Using something that will help remove the dirt and grime from your skin without stripping it of the protective barriers that it needs. If we lived in an ideal world, without pollutants and the harsh sun’s rays, then we […]
Younger Looking Skin Secrets
Do you look in the mirror and wish you had younger looking skin? While one of the greatest things about ageing is letting go of other people’s opinions and living more for ourselves. Becoming more tolerant, patient and having a true and deep understanding and acceptance for who we are. For some of us though, […]
Societe Rejuvenating Peptide Gel Mask – Product Review
In case you missed the news – we’re stocking the Société range online now. This Societe Rejuvenating Peptide Gel Mask is full of hydrating and calming ingredients. It’s designed to sooth your face post-treatment and improve your skins elasticity. If you’re suffering dry skin after too much summer sun, or you have an event coming […]
IVF Skin Changes Common Q&A
Vitamin D vs Sunlight Conundrum
If you are aware, or care about how to be healthy, you are likely to be a little confused about the Sun and, more relevantly, the UV rays which come from it. We are told to protect ourselves and our children from the potentially damaging Ultraviolet Light which the sun puts out and which is apparently […]
Alpha Lipoic Acid – Antioxidants for Youthful Skin
Alpha Lipoic acid – does your skin need it? Alpha Lipoic acid, also known as Lipoic acid, ALA or thioctic acid is a very special antioxidant, both for our skin as well as our bodies and brains. Like other antioxidants, it can be taken orally (food and drink) as well as applied topically. It is […]
Best Products for Dehydrated Skin
Young, healthy skin holds water well, but from around age 25, the skin begins to lose its ability to retain it, showing signs of dehydrated skin, and with this its ability to function well. Our skin is such a complex organ, continuing to work even when missing essential nutrients, that we often don’t notice until […]
Rosacea – What it is and how to treat it!
Do you suffer with flushing of the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead? You may have Rosacea… Early diagnosis is the easy key to successful management of Rosacea, however, with the right information you can manage and treat it at any stage. Rosacea occurs when groups of capillaries close to the surface of the skin become […]