Children indeed seem to be maturing earlier than generations before. Many girls are experiencing their first period as early as 10 or 11, and this can bring about not only mood changes but also changes in their skin. We're exploring tween skin, giving you some insights into what skincare and … [Read more...] about Tween Skin
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 … [Read more...] about Mindfulness and Exercise; Your Daily Inner Skincare
Teen Makeup – Common Q&A
My daughter has acne on her face, and it makes her very self-conscious. She has started wanting to wear makeup to hide it. I want her to feel comfortable around her friends, but I don't want her to make the acne worse - or to look really 'made up' with thick makeup - which it ends up being after … [Read more...] about Teen Makeup – Common Q&A
Acne – Common Questions & Answers
We receive many online skin consultation submissions here in the clinic. Each one is answered individually as though the person was sitting in our consultation room opposite us.  Over the years we’ve found that we are answering common questions. Different age groups and skin types develop and suffer … [Read more...] about Acne – Common Questions & Answers
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 … [Read more...] about Face Masks – A Weekly Essential
Acne, Oily skin, congested skin
Acne affects most of us at some stage in our lives... Whatever age or sex you are, it is the hormones that set a series of events in place which see your skin erupting in all manner of ways. Your hormones, however are influenced by many of your lifestyle choices, and it is these which can see you … [Read more...] about Acne, Oily skin, congested skin
Green Vegetables
We have been told to eat our "green" vegetables since childhood... but why?  What is the benefit to our skin (and bodies), and why can't we just use products instead to solve our skin issues? For a start - no matter how amazing your skin care routine is, if you are continually putting your body … [Read more...] about Green Vegetables
Congested Pores and Acne Treatments
How do you clear congested pores? Understand what is happening. Run your fingers gently over your face. If it feels smooth, similar to a baby’s bum, it's well hydrated and in excellent condition. Perhaps it feels rough and easily flakes though, then it's probably dry, quite impaired and … [Read more...] about Congested Pores and Acne Treatments
Sugar, Your Skin and Acne
We have all heard sugar and your skin don't mix... but why? In recent years there has been much talk about the big bad Sugar word, and where it lurks, often even hidden in so called ‘health foods’ in our diets.  In its natural form, as we find in whole fruits and veggies, sugar can be … [Read more...] about Sugar, Your Skin and Acne
Makeup for Acne Skins
It is such a great feeling to see results when you start to use chemical and nasty-free skin care at home, particularly when you have oily skin or are prone to breaking out. Did you know that it is just as important to use makeup that follows this same philosophy? Many over the counter makeup … [Read more...] about Makeup for Acne Skins
Teen Makeup Q&A
Questions & Answers My daughter has breakouts, but I wouldn't call it acne all over her face. Â What is the best foundation to wear to cover these blemishes without having a heavy/made up look? Use a medium coverage foundation over the entire base like Osmosis CC Cream. Â This will actually … [Read more...] about Teen Makeup Q&A
Teen Skin Care
Hormones are a part of human life, and the 'teen years are often the hardest hit. Â Unfortunately as well being vital to live - hormones may bring bad skin. Â It seems easy to grab skincare at the supermarket or chemist while you shop, but unfortunately they are not always the best option long term to … [Read more...] about Teen Skin Care
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 skin on … [Read more...] about Vitamin B serum – your skin needs it
