Vitamin B is one of the greatest serums for brightening up your complexion. It gives you a sunnier glow with a more even tone – and this is due to niacinamide – that wondrous little ingredient that regulates pigmentation. Not only can it do all that, but Vitamin B also regulates oil production, making it […]
Vitamin A Skincare Testimonials
Discover the transformative power of vitamin A skincare through our authentic experiences and glowing testimonials. We know there are a lot of options out there, that’s because vitamin A should be in your daily skincare routine! Find out what we choose to use ourselves. Vitamin A in skincare is the serum that speeds up cell […]
The Top 7 Skincare Ingredients
As we age, our skin undergoes various changes, such as loss of elasticity, increased dryness, and fine lines and wrinkles. While ageing is a natural process that cannot be stopped, using anti-ageing skincare products can help slow down the signs of ageing and maintain a youthful appearance. However, not all skincare products are created equal. […]
Best Eye Cream Review
Using an eye cream is a great way of upping your skin care routine and getting even better results. But with so many to choose from, you can often give up, not really knowing which one is the right one for you. We all love a good eye cream here at The Skin Care Clinic […]
Vitamin C Skincare Review
Vitamin C! Quite possibly the greatest of all vitamins in skincare. Why? Well, it brightens, repairs, protects and even outs the skin tone and texture, as well as stimulating collagen, making it great for fine lines and wrinkles. So if you’re not using a vitamin C serum, why not??!! Read this week’s vitamin C skincare review […]
Vitamin A Product Review – Antiaging Skincare
Vitamin A (or retinol/retinal) is one of the greatest skin care vitamins for fighting signs of premature ageing, such as fine lines and wrinkles, loss of elasticity and skin tone and texture. It achieves this by speeding up cellular turnover, meaning that you are making newer cells faster, leaving you with clearer, brighter, healthier-looking skin. […]
Vitamin C Product Reviews
We’re so grateful for vitamin C, because the discovery of this little yet powerful gem makes a HUGE difference to your skin. It improves the way your skin deals with UV, and improves past mis-demeanours. What’s not to love! The only downfall? We have HEAPS of vitamin C options… with this in mind, we’ve created […]
Best Antioxidants For Your Skin
‘Antioxidants’ has become quite a popular buzzword for skin care marketers in recent years. I am sure that there are many people purchasing serums purely based on the fact that it contains this word, but without really knowing what they actually do. The way antioxidants affect our skin is quite varied, from reversing skin inflammation […]
Vitamin B – Niacinamide Product Review
You will have often heard us recommend Vitamin B – or Niacinamide. You will find it in many of your cosmeceutical skincare products and it should be in your daily skincare routine. With so many products available, which do we use ourselves? Check out our Niacinamide product review to see which products we use and […]
Vitamin A – Retinol Product Review
As we age our body slows down, we may not like it – but it’s normal. While some forms of ageing we need to accept, there is actually quite a lot we can do for our skin. We know that our skin cell turnover reduces as we age, and science has been using Retinoids to […]
Aspect Dr – Why The Hype
Aspect Dr is 100% Australian owned and made which is something that is important to a lot of Australians. Their products are manufactured in Melbourne and they employ hundreds of staff members! The brand has actually only been around since 2007, which is quite amazing, considering the amount of traction it has gained in such […]
Best Under Eye Cream For Dark Circles
Many people suffer from dark circles and puffiness under their eyes. It can be a chronic problem or one that simply pops up when it is least wanted! The reason why we don’t like it is because having dark areas under the eyes makes us look older than we actually are. It’s an age-old story […]
Moisturiser Review – Our Favourites!
Do you have a favourite moisturiser? It’s often the product that we stay faithful to the most. What happens when it no longer feels quite right? When you feel like you need to keep topping it up during the day. Perhaps it’s feeling too heavy now that you’ve changed your cleanser or mask that you […]
Best Vitamin E Skin Care for Glowing Skin
Vitamin E is found naturally in the skin in varying forms and is cleverly able to travel deep into the skin to the dermis. This is due to it being lipid-soluble and a powerful antioxidant in its own right, though when combined with other ingredients – WOW, it can have some punch! That’s why we’re […]
Things That Calm – Our Favourites Reviewed!
We’re taking a break from stressed skin with our Things That Calm review! I’m sure you’ve all experienced red, hot inflamed skin at some stage. Be it sunburn, shaving rash, dermatitis, rosacea, skin treatments or sensitive skin. The result can feel horrible and seem to take an age to calm down. As well as using […]
Vitamin D in skin care – finding balance for your skin
The use of Vitamin D in skin care is only relatively new and this super Vitamin D cream from Societe hasn’t been on our shelves for long, but we are already in love with the results. Here is a little about the importance of Vitamin D for the health of our skin. In order to […]
Vitamin C Review – Our Favourites!
Enjoying the sun? We love the Sun here in Australia, but let’s face it, it’s harsh. With one of highest rates of Melanoma’s in the world, we also need to be careful. For many of us the damage is already showing, starting as a tan or freckles and slowly ageing our skin. Did you know there’s […]
Vitamin C skin care for strength
This week it is all about Vitamin C, one of the most important serums to add to your skin care routine. Here we talk about what it is and why you’ll love it. What is Vitamin C skin care? Vitamin C is the most important Antioxidant to combat UV damage in your skin. However, […]
Vitamin B Skin Care – Every Skin Needs it
This week we are looking at Vitamin B skin care options. Vitamin B continues to be one of our top selling serums, and here you will find out why. What are Vitamin B serums? Vitamin B is a wonderful vitamin for skin care because it is so versatile. Not only does it perform so […]
Vitamin A Skin Care Review – Our Favourites!
We’re all working towards that perfect, healthy skin. Glowing with natural beauty and making us feel confident. The reality is though, that your skin is a part of your living body, and changes and matures as you do. Guess what though, you don’t have to make it worse, and you can actually make it better. […]
Vitamin A (Retinol) improves your skin
Over the next few months, we will be providing in-depth information about vitamin serums – what they are – how they are made – what they do and who should use them. This week, we are delving into Vitamin A (retinol). What is Vitamin A (Retinol)? Vitamin A is commonly referred to as a […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Skin Commandments
1. I shall eat a better diet Did you know that medical professionals refer to your gut as your ‘second brain’? Well this is because, just like the brain in our heads, the gut influences so many aspects of our health and in particular, our skin. This is where our Skin Commandments come in… […]
Christmas Getaway Skin Care Essentials
For many of us, Christmas is a time we disappear from the routine of life to relax with family, friends or just by ourselves. Whether we jump on a plane, pack the car with camping and hiking gear or the body-boards, buckets and spades (and sunblock), it’s just a nice time that most of us […]
Serums: How They Change Your Skin
Serums – the Significant Difference! If you want to effect change in your skin, whether it is to beat your acne, slow the process of ageing in your skin or fight your redness, you need to use serums. Creams and moisturisers are universally known and understood, often being all that a person uses. However, […]
Vitamin A, Retinols, essential for skin health
I’m sure you have heard it before…’your skin needs Vitamin A’. Ok, great, but why? And which one? And how do I use it? Let’s talk Vitamin A – Retinols for your skin…. and keep it simple. What is Vitamin A? Vitamin A is commonly referred to as a ‘retinoid’. This is essentially […]
Vitamin E: The Essential Hydrator
Vitamin E is found naturally in the skin in varying forms and is cleverly able to travel deep into the skin to the dermis. This is due to it being lipid-soluble and a powerful antioxidant in its own right, though when combined with others – WOW, it can have some punch! Vitamin E is actually […]
Vitamin C and Your Skin
The most important Antioxidant to combat UV damage in your skin is – you guessed it, Vitamin C! However, it actually does so much more… This amazing, well-proven ingredient Vitamin C is an essential part of anyone’s routine who is truly creating a healthier, better-looking skin that ages incredibly slowly – isn’t that what we […]
A Healthy Immune System – for Body, Soul and Skin
When our body is struggling with maintaining a healthy glow, we know it’s time to give our body an extra boost. It is a time when building, supporting and maintaining a healthy immune system is the best way to naturally get rid of any nasty bugs or issues that have been lurking around for […]
Skin Care for your 20’s and 30’s
Whether you enjoyed gorgeous, clear skin in your teens or were plagued with pimples, once you hit your 20’s you need to re-evaluate how you care for your skin. So…what does skin care for your 20’s and 30’s look like? At around age 25, skin begins the ageing process. Step by step from now, […]
Environmental Impacts on Skin
Where we live and the lives that we lead, are all big factors in not only our general health, but the health of our skin. So whether we live in the country, or the inner city, the environmental impacts play an integral part in skin health. With our skin being our largest organ, one […]
Free Radicals and Skin
What Are Free Radicals? They are the “baddies” in our skin because they cause our cells to become dysfunctional…which makes us age faster! Free radicals are minute chemical particles that are usually the result of an inflammatory chemical process – they are the leftover bits caused from cellular damage or, as I like to call them, […]
Face Masks – A Weekly Essential
Choosing face masks can feel overwhelming when they all appear so similar and yet can achieve such different results! Face masks are a great addition to any good home-care routine, providing a wide array of benefits, boosting results and bringing that luxurious feel of having a ‘treatment’ in your own home. A face mask can […]
Growth Factors – the New Age of Skin Care
Ageing, Sun-Damaged Skin? Growth Factors Are What You Need! Growth Factors are natural substances made by our cells to maintain healthy skin. They essentially control everything – regulate cell production, growth, division and maturation! We need them to keep healthy and looking good with a well-functioning skin. As we and our skin ages, fewer growth […]
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 […]
Is Chocolate Good for Your Skin?
Chocolate is a food most of us love! However, it is so often associated with guilt – it’ll make me fat, I’ll have pimples next week, I’ll develop diabetes, it’s not good for me… and yet, how do I stop loving putting the soft brown squares into my mouth?! Is chocolate good for your skin? […]
Seasonal Skin Changes and What To Do About Them
Autumn – how do we know it’s here? Well, my 2½-year-old grandson used to tell me with expansive waves of his arms “Grandma – it’s when the leaves on the trees turn yellow and go all crinkly and crunchy !!” He was right, of course, and as a proud Grandma I would tell him so, […]
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 […]
Food for Glowing Skin
Once Autumn begins – and it is just around the corner – most people find their skin begins to feel dryer. They apply more moisturiser and try to squeeze in more water, but really, not a lot seems to help and in the end, Spring arrives and the cycle continues. Except – Your skin never […]
Treating Uneven Skin Tone and Pigmentation
Do you have uneven skin tone, brown spots or melasma on your face? Do you find them unsightly and would like the spots to vanish, returning your skin to the way it used to be? When it comes to treating uneven skin tone and pigmentation it can be difficult to know where to start! Uneven […]
New Technology in Skin Care
At the Skin Care Clinic, we love seeing our clients achieving the results they want. The products that we use are cosmeceutical, meaning that they have a therapeutic benefit and are designed to promote change on a cellular level. Over the years there have been many advancements within technology in skin care and many different […]
Toxic Chemicals and Your Skin
New Year’s Resolution to decrease chemicals in your life? Have no idea where to start? It’s a smart move and not only for your skin. Generally, the nasties in our lives don’t immediately hurt us, however, over time they build up with the possibility of creating health issues of all types. This happens because they […]
5 Reasons Why January is Good for Your Skin
January is the one month of the year that, even if you have returned to work after the New Year, it generally is a quieter time. Once the festivities have calmed down and the family returned home, a breath of relief is often felt throughout the body and you may find you have time to […]
Vitamin C for After-Sun Skin Care
Enjoyed a day out? Sunny, fun, laughter-filled day with family and friends. It’s been so good, but your skin feels a little tight and on glancing in the mirror you notice some redness. Oh dear, you think, did I get too much sun? Vitamin C for After-Sun Skin Care… You wore a hat – most […]
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 […]
Ageing Skin – The Sun’s Influence In How You Look!
Ageing skin – how and why? As we age naturally, new cell growth slows and the healing of damaged cells is less efficient, cell DNA is changed which means that the new cells being replicated are also damaged. As a consequence, the amount of healthy collagen and elastin fibres in your skin are decreased, the […]
Preparing Your Skin For Summer
It’s Party Time!! The next 2 months for most of us are chock full of entertainment. Whether it’s the Spring Racing Carnival, the office Christmas party, or with friends and family, there are more opportunities to wear that fancy frock, stay up late, drink more wine and eat “yummy” foods which you pretend are green! […]
Skin Care for the Party Season – 10 Super Tips to Make it Easy
You’re busy – right? No time for fussing over a complex skin care routine? Just want to know how to look good every day whilst working full time, partying every weekend, having drinks after work, juggling the family and preparing for ALL the extended family coming for a hot Celebratory lunch – yes, it’s […]
Sensitive and Reactive Skin
Sensitive and reactive skin is not pleasant at the best of times, and unfortunately it makes finding skincare difficult. The last thing you want to do is try 100 different options, leaving you in more pain that when you started. But, you’re desperate to solve the issue once and for all. Sensitive Skin Having a […]
Antioxidants – Vitamins for skin
Antioxidants in Skin Care – one vital step to slow the aging process! What are antioxidants? They are chemicals that are able to “fill the gap” in free radicals (damaged cells) without harming themselves. They stop the chain of events that has caused your cells to become dysfunctional ensuring you look younger for longer with more […]
Four must have Products for Wrinkles
Four product varieties to help you age gracefully: Of course you need your cleanser as it is pointless adding a serum or cream to your face if it is not clean, but after you have patted dry – if you are concerned about having a healthy skin which can therefore age well, or […]
Cooking for your skin’s Immunity
When we are feeling unwell it is often hard to focus on cooking – let alone cooking for immunity. This winter’s flu season has hit many of us quite hard. Many doctors have expressed how intense and long the flu season has been. Even once you are well enough to get out of bed the […]
Cold Trip to Paradise – Hawaii
I’ve just returned from a trip to paradise! The final celebration of my turning 60 this year – yelp!! Off for 10 days in Hawaii with my beautiful and varied family. It’s wonderful to know the clinic staff can hold down the fort so perfectly! Thanks girls. This trip had been planned and booked […]
Tricks of the Trade – For Men / Unisex
Rosie’s Tricks of the Trade – for MEN – but we won’t tell if you are not a man and find this interesting! It’s all relevant for everyone. Tricks of the Trade?! There are 3 simple products to get you started – easy! 1. Why use a cleanser? Tricks of the Trade… Throughout the day, our […]
Products for the male skin
Osmosis MD Men’s Skin Care Kit – Revealed by our two guys using our Osmosis MD Men’s Skin Care Kit. (scroll on down to see what they have to say). Osmosis MD is a clinically proven, medical grade skin care range that works in the deeper layers of the skin to create permanent changes. With […]
Rosacea – Client stories
Ronnie’s story Rosacea, when Gaye asked me to write about how I feel about my face since beginning treatment for my rosacea, the first thing to come to mind was the way I feel about myself now. After struggling with rosacea for so long, I was starting to feel that it was getting worse with […]
Three Warriors self tanning range – restore dehydrated skin’s winter glow
Feeling a bit pasty this time of year, but don’t want to go down the spray tan road? We have the answer!! The amazing, Tasmanian made, certified organic, Three Warriors self tanning range. Gradual Tan Self-Tan Mousse Full Body Life Scrub Eco-friendly Tanning Mitt First things first, it’s winter and our skin isn’t really in […]
Dehydrated Skin
Dehydrated skin – winter skin needs some special care Will drinking more water help? As you age your skin loses its capacity to change with the change of season, often becoming dehydrated during the Winter which can be a surprise as it’s considered a “wet” season with more moisture in the air. The reality is […]
Menopause; the hormone years!
Menopause or “The change” as it is colloquially known will eventually effect you if you are a woman, there is no escaping it! Physiologically, changes begin to happen in the ovaries usually around the late 40’s, finalising when your body says so. The whole out of our control process often lasts from 5-10 years although […]
Luxury Essentials for the more mature skin
so… what are the luxury essentials in the 6 Luxury Essentials for the more mature skin You have a cleanser you love, and a moisturiser? sunblock. You always use a Vitamin A at night and your Vitamin C, E and B in the morning – but your skin still is dry at times, looks a […]
Influencing factors in ageing well
So why are we delving into the influencing factors in skincare? We have an amazing founder who has a wealth of knowledge that she kindly shares and inspired us with every week, and… Guess who is turning 60! The clinic’s creator & owner of 20 years! It’s time to Celebrate Gaye’s Birthday and so enjoy […]
Why we love Osmosis MD StemFactor
I love to recommend Osmosis MD StemFactor to my clients, particularly those that are starting to notice the effects of ageing. If you are looking for results, this product is a must… StemFactor contains over 150 skin growth factors that have been derived from adult stem cells. Growth factors are naturally occurring substances that are […]
Fundamentals Of Skincare
Is it time to rethink your skin care regime? Throughout the year, your skin can change due to many factors, such as the climate or UV exposure. Some of these factors can age skin faster, cause breakouts, and make it feel dry or oily, leaving you not feeling as happy about how we look. Maybe […]
Vitamin B serum – your skin needs it
Why do we prescribe a Vitamin B serum for almost everyone’s skin? Your skin loves it! It doesn’t matter if your 21 or 61, your skin will benefit from this little gem. Vitamin B skin care is a wonder because it is so versatile! Not only does it perform so many beneficial functions for the […]
Aphrodisiacs! Improve your gut health?
Some Fun & weird Facts:- In old Egypt, honey was used in making potions said to cure sterility and impotence. Mead, a fermented drink made from honey, was consumed by “honeymooners” who believed drinking it would “sweeten their marriage.” Honey is actually rich in several B vitamins, required for testosterone, and in boron, which is important […]
SAVE YOUR SKIN! Best antioxidants before and after the sun
Did you over expose your skin this season? Whether in the sun or snow you’ve increased the rate it ages and the fact that you are reading this tells me you care about this fact. Skin that ages faster than normal is not healthy skin. Normal aging results from the progressive decline of […]
Summer skin – made easy with Vitamin C!
I hope you are sitting down, have a wine or cuppa at your side and you are feeling relaxed. I promised you a little story about your skin, summer, ageing and Vitamin C – I hope you can enjoy and have 5 minutes of chill-out time amidst the chaos of life! Get ready for sunshine, […]
Dermafrac! Best skin treatments in one
Have a sneak peek at our latest video on Dermafrac to get an insider’s perspective on how it all works! This treatment is ideal for sun damaged and thickened skins, which means that our men will love it too! Watch Emma as she talks us through the treatment step-by-step! Dermafrac! This is a great combination of our […]