Pigmentation is a common problem faced by many people, and it can occur in different forms, but typically, uneven tone to the skin, sun spots, freckles and melasma. It can be caused by various factors such as sun exposure, hormonal changes, ageing, and genetics and can affect self-esteem and confidence. Treating pigmentation can be challenging, […]
5 Reasons Your Skincare Isn’t Working
Sometimes, it seems as though no matter what you do, your skin just looks a bit ‘blah’. You’re using good products, but you’re just not getting the results that you expected – especially when you have forked out hundreds of dollars on your skin care! Maybe your skin looks tired and dull, maybe the wrinkles […]
Pigmentation
Unwanted pigmentation can create an uneven look to your skin. Skin gets its colour from a substance called melanin, which is made by skin cells. When those skin cells are damaged or unhealthy, they can produce too much melanin. The melanin can clump, causing that area to appear darker. Pigmentation can appear for many reasons, […]
Brightening Product Review
The way we’ve lived our life so far leaves a trail on our skin… a pigmentation artwork so to speak, each unique. UV exposure, hormonal changes, acne and scarring occur over time, and we’re left with the after-effects. What’s actually happening is changes to the melanin in our skin. Guess what though, scientists have found […]
Freckles
Do you have freckles? Yes! Well then I say lucky you! Personally, I love freckles. They give a youthful, innocent appearance. There are even filters now that add freckles to your face, so I am obviously not alone in my sentiments. But what if you have freckles and they are the thing that you really, […]
Pigmentation Product Review
Pigmentation on your face can mean a few different things. Mostly we’re talking about freckles or melasma. So, let’s work out what’s causing it before we go into our latest pigmentation product review this week… because understanding an issue can often highlight the best steps towards preventing and solving it. Freckles are more likely in […]
Welcome Omnilux Contour!
Oh sweet lord, we are pumped in the clinic today! Our Omnilux At-Home LED Light Therapy stock has arrived. We will be stocking the three most popular LED treatments. Omnilux CONTOUR have two options, one for your face, and the other for your neck and décolleté, then lastly there’s the Omnilux CLEAR for acne and […]
Melasma Treatments
Do you think you (or someone you know) have Melasma? Curious to know what it is, and the best melasma treatments available? You’re in the right place then! What is melasma and what does it look like? Melasma is a common skin disorder, particularly affecting women. Loosely translated, the word melasma means “black spot.” If […]
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 – 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 […]
Covering Redness
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 […]
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. […]
Mindfulness and Exercise; Your Daily Inner Skincare
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 […]
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 […]
Redness or Rosacea? Common Q&A
I have redness on my face, generally all-over, though worse on my chin and cheeks. Some skin care products make it worse, especially when i use masks and scrubs or when i massage my face. My skin seems to be getting more sensitive too. Is this Rosacea, and what can I do about it? Peta […]
Ageing Brown Spots – Common Q&A
I have normal skin but it is ageing and I have increasing numbers of brown spots appearing. I’ve heard I should be using Vitamin A but don’t know what to use and how to use it. Lorraine | QLD | age 67 Lorraine is concerned about her skin and yes, therefore she should be […]
Menopause Flareups and Sensitivities – Common Q&A
It’s all well and good to say there are simple measures to control, relieve or avoid menopause flareups and sensitivities – but we don’t always realise we have them to begin with! Find out what we recommend when women start seeing changes in their skin around the beginning of menopause. When stressed or travelling, […]
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 […]
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 […]
How Sugar Affects Your Skin (Plus, Healthy Easter Recipes!)
Easter is on the horizon and it’s such a great time of the year to come together with friends and family and have a nice relaxing break! It’s also the time of year where those of us who have a sweet tooth tend to consume large amounts of chocolate. Let’s face it, we all […]
Pigmentation & Uneven Skin Tone – Understanding Yours
So many of us have pigmentation and an uneven skin tone on our face and body. To varying degrees, differences in skin colour are natural, however, for some people it is a real issue…so what is it, what causes it and what can we do about it, I hear you ask? The Anatomy and Physiology […]
UV Influence on Your Pigmentation
How the Sun Affects your Skin Feeling the warmth of the sun on our backs generally makes us feel good about the world. We also need sunlight to produce Vitamin D, which is essential for strong bones and our general health. However, there is an obvious downside to too much sun. The sun damages our […]
Do Gut Health & Hormones Affect Your Skin Tone?
Our gut, or intestinal tract, is designed to break down what we eat into fuel and nutrients that the body can use. However, it does sooooo much more for us than just this mechanical process! It is extremely important that our gut can function well as so many things can go wrong throughout the body […]
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 […]
Covering and Concealing Your Uneven Skin Tones
Giving yourself an even skin tone…it’s something that we all want! A nice, even skin tone, but without looking like we’ve got makeup caked on. Here at The Skin Care Clinic, we have a number of options to suit all skin types, that will help create that beautiful even coverage we are all striving to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Choosing Your Makeup When Pregnant
It’s very common these days for pregnant women or women who are trying to conceive to be conscious of what products they are using and putting onto their skin, including makeup. The most important factor in choosing their makeup should be that it contains no known nasties. Anything you apply to your skin, just like […]
Phillipa and Meagan – A Story of Pregnancy Skin
Our Clinic babies have been born!! See (adorable) pictures. How about the mums’ Pregnancy Skin? Having had two staff members pregnant together, due within a week of each other, it very much highlighted the issues women have with their skin for their 9 months and then, also, whilst they are breastfeeding. The great […]
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 […]
Best time for IPL Treatments
In Winter IPL Treatments are often overlooked… we often have people come to see us in summer for Intense Pulse Light (IPL) treatments, as the sudden desire for hair-free fun and clear skin is abundant, but did you realise that the Winter months are actually the BEST time to start these treatments? As it targets colour/melanin in the […]
Ageing Gracefully
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 […]
Our Favourite Products for Over 45 year olds
(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 […]
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 […]
Need some help with your Foundation Choice?
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 […]