Do we all remember the scene in Clueless where Dee is applying Cher’s makeup for her big date night with Christian. She repeatedly complains that she’s ALL RED!!! The most unwanted/disapproved finish to any lady’s makeup is redness! We all fear it and want to immediately hide it up. Buying every product claiming perfection when […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sometimes, no matter how many lotions and potions we put on our face, our skin can become complacent. One day we wake up and our skin just doesn’t look the way it usually does. We usually put it down to a bad nights’ sleep, but the next day, it happens again. Our skin starts to […]
Are you prone to break outs? Acne? Redness? Dry, tight itching skin? Chances are you’ve experienced; or continue to experience one or more of these skin conditions in your lifetime. How about during times of stress? We’re almost certain there’s lots of nodding going on right now. These skin conditions always rear their ugly […]
At The Skin Care Clinic, it is not uncommon for us to see stress-related, inflammatory skin conditions such as acne and rosacea. However, stress of all kinds contribute to ageing, causing you to look and feel older much earlier! This is something that only you can change, as there is no skincare product on the market […]
Hands up who applies 15 skin care products to their face twice a day, but fails to add just one nourishing layer of moisturiser to their entire body? Who ALSO adds in a daily body cleanse and weekly body scrub? Just as we thought, not many hands heading towards the sky! We can all now […]
Skin care while you’re travelling doesn’t have to be complex. Be it a one-off or regularly for work, check out our Travel Q&A. I fly a lot for my job, which I love, but it’s drying out my skin dreadfully. Sometimes I get into meetings or presentations and my makeup is flaking already and other […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
When it comes to makeup application, there’s two words our drier skinned friends fear the most, ‘Flaky and Cakey’. This occurs from foundation that is too matte and accentuates dryness, or products that are too heavy and leave skin feeling tight and restricted. Words such as dewy, plump, hydrated, and glowing are much more accepted, […]
This winter we have been inundated with queries related to winter dryness. So with this in mind we have devoted our Q & A this week to helping you and your skin survive the cold. Dry, dehydrated skin ages faster, showing fine lines earlier, pigmentation, redness and sensitivity with pimples healing more slowly, leaving more […]
The days are shorter and the nights are longer, and those fun summer holidays are just a distant memory, but Winter can offer some of the most adventurous and action filled holidays out there. So if you’re planning a trip to the snow, you’re in for a real treat…check out our ski holiday skin care […]
Long haul flights do damage to your skin. No matter your destination and whether you are luxuriating in first class or down the back in cattle…so what are the Long Haul Flight Skin Care Essentials? Putting some time into considering your flight skin care needs might be the difference between returning with a well […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – 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 […]
Shea Butter has been a universally loved ingredient in skin care products for centuries. It is the superfood for skin as it is naturally high in essential fatty acids, Vitamins E, D, A, plus many minerals. The five main fatty acids are palmitic, stearic, oleic, linoleic and arachidic acids. The butter is made from the […]
Food in winter… it’s time to change your comfort eating habits! Winter is a time we tend to reach for comfort food and the effect on our skin can either be a devastatingly dull appearance or give you a gorgeous healthy glow. There can be long term effects over these three to four months if […]
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, […]
Young, healthy skin holds water well, but from around age 25, the skin begins to lose its ability to retain it, showing signs of dehydration, 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 almost […]
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 […]
Quite often, it’s easy for us to complicate things in our lives. Our skin care seems to be one of those things that we over-think and then overlook and eventually, it all ends up getting put on the back-burner. To make things easy, we’re getting back to the basics of skin care. The what’s, why’s and […]
It’s a little overwhelming isn’t it? There are so many cleansers out there and so much information. So, how to choose a cleanser? We plan to dispel the myths and give it to you straight! If you currently just use water to rinse your face – you need to first find out WHY you need […]
As with any product, choosing the right moisturisers depends on the type of skin you have, as well as understanding your skin’s current needs, which are always changing. That is why it’s a good idea to see a skin care professional regularly so that you can be prescribed the right products for your individual skin. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Vitamin A – facts, types and use Vitamin A in skin care products works by normalising skin functions which equals a correction of all skin conditions. It is a very exciting ingredient to add to your skin regime. It was conclusively proven in 1996 that Vitamin A as a topical skin ingredient is capable of […]
Sensitive Skins Having a skin easily irritated and reddened is often caused through a build-up of chemicals in the body and on the skin. It may be associated with a skin being sun-damaged, it may be genetic or caused through using harsh, dehydrating products on the skin. It can affect all skin types and ages, […]
Treat your wrinkles well and they will look younger! As with our physical and mental health, our skin requires a work out too. This is why regular, monthly facials keep the skin working in the best condition. Rather than opting for a “magic” serum to erase all of your lines and wrinkles before your eyes, […]
Is there more to them than the fact you are older? As with any other organ in our body, the physiological structures and functions of the skin continuously decline with increasing age. Fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, lack of moisture and pigmentation are all signs that we associate with the skin ageing. Wouldn’t it be […]
Chronic illness and oncology friendly products can be a minefield to wade through when you are feeling unwell and don’t know where to start. We know that when we are run down, other organs of the body suffer; this includes our skin, which is our largest organ of the body. Normally the skin is the […]
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 […]
When planning a facial treatment regime for a man we don’t think fluffy. Most men in clinic prefer a treatment which feels effective as well as gives them the fastest way to an optimum result. They feel they are being pampered just by being here! Men’s skin is different to women’s and needs to be […]
We asked four men to take part in Men’s Month, using our Men’s Skin Care Kits and having treatments. They have all been using products for at least two weeks and all started their experience with a Personalised Skin Consultation including a tailor-made Hydrating Facial Treatment. Here we introduce them and begin their stories… James […]
Generally speaking, men do look for a simple life – well we all do really! Skincare for men can be simple. To help those that feel uncomfortable with “skincare product” but would like a changed skin, we have created two skincare kits. Either one of these will make it simple for anyone to begin their […]
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 […]
Rosacea skins tend to be dehydrated, even when there is acne and the skin feels oily. The best way to treat rosacea is by firstly reversing the cause of the dehydration. Diet and fluids to begin the anti-inflammatory effect. Building strength and immunity of the skin with (again) diet, but also with nourishing healing products […]
As winter sets in it is always good to keep your immune system balanced to fight off the winter nasty’s and help prevent your skin from being becoming dehydrated. There are fewer easier ways than making and enjoying warm, hearty, healthy, nutrient-full soups. While dehydration is on the top of our minds it is not […]
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 – winter skin needs some special care Will drinking more water help? As we age our skin loses its capacity to change with the change of season, often becoming dehydrated during the winter which surprises many of us as winter is considered a “wet” season with more moisture in the air. The reality […]
The bane of life for many of us… a pimple! Even if you are predominantly clear skinned there will be times just when you don’t want them that one pops up – usually right in the middle of your forehead or chin! When its just one or two usually it’s stress and diet that […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
This special day is fast approaching and so whether you specifically celebrate it or not, it’s a day most of us think about the magic of our mums. Even if you don’t “get-on” and won’t communicate you’ll still spend time reflecting on your life and how it relates and has been formed by your relationship […]
(Written by Emma) Aspect Hand Cream – Our hands are exposed to so much if you think about it! UV rays when driving or riding, harsh antibacterial gels and handwashes, detergents and general hard work! They need nourishing and protecting with useful ingredients that actually help to replenish and protect the skin’s barrier. Aspect Dr Resveratrol – Occurring […]
(by Rosie Geeves) It is all well and good to suggest a range of products and tips with the current youth trends in mind, but what are the tips and products for those of us who want to compliment our ageing skin? To age gracefully and yet still feel confident and beautiful in our appearance… how […]
Why we love Quinoa! Quinoa, pronounced ‘keen-wah’ is a wheat-free alternative that is grown in South America. It has been around for thousands of years and was a staple in the diet of the Incas and their descendants. Quinoa comes in two different types, red and white and interestingly, comes from the same family as […]
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 […]
Our body is made up of between 60-75% water depending on the stage of life we are in. 15% of our body weight is water which is around 4-5 kg in a normal sized adult. We know it is very important to our general well-being however studies are showing that when we are dehydrated our […]
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 […]
Here at The Skin Care Clinic we use the best post-treatment mineral makeup, we believe, on the market. Makeup that feeds your skin rather than clogging your pores. It leaves you feeling radiant and allows your skin to breathe. Our mineral makeup doesn’t contain any ‘nasties’ and is full of vitamins and antioxidants. It can give […]
The secret to radiant skin for that special night? Answer – an enzyme exfoliating home based facial treatment the day before or the morning of your special day! (by Meagan – our special events queen of course!) I simply love, and use it weekly whether I have a special event or not, one of the […]
Emma’s answer to dry and dehydrated skin! If you have ever uttered these words….my skin is so dry……my skin always feels tight after I wash it…..my skin is sore and flaky…..then you NEED to try Osmosis Immerse. A personal favourite, as I myself have complained of the discomfort of dry skin, and the relief I […]
We have added a new mask option to our Medi-Facial Treatments! After doing our research we have found our new favourite all-rounder medi-facial option – Hydralift! We love the fact that when you come in, we can tailor our medi-facials to best suit your skin and skin concerns. A part of this is ensuring we have […]
Seniors Week It’s Seniors Week here in Tasmania and my mum’s 80th Birthday! She thoroughly enjoyed her present, the show Matilda, and so did I! My mum is in great form, very active, grows her own veggies, so involved in life, far more social than me and of course, like all mothers – knows everything! […]
The ‘C’ word… Change I thought it appropriate, as our new newsletter is being formatted, to discuss Change. There has been a lot in our office this year which, by the way is not unusual as we are always striving to improve ourselves and our services to you. Change isn’t just about the workplace […]
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