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, […]
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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 […]
Eye Cream Product Review
Ready to reconsider your eye care routine? Choosing the perfect products can feel overwhelming, we completely understand this. In our clinic we have over 15 different eye products! Eeeeek! Some are for use in the mornings to refresh tired, puffy and dark eyes, while others rejuvenate your fine lines and wrinkles. We have a few […]
Essential Skincare Routine for Men – in 8 steps!
More than ever before, men are striving for healthier, more youthful looking skin. Each month, our clinic sees an increasing number of men coming in for advice, good skin care and clinical treatments, including injectables. It doesn’t take much time, nor does it have to be overly complicated to achieve good skin. Here we look at […]
Winter Skin Product Review
Experiencing dehydrated skin is uncomfortable at best, and painful at worst – and often often gets more noticeable during the colder seasons. While adding something extra to heal your cracked and dry skin can bring great relief, it’s a much better idea to plan ahead and add the extra moisture in BEFORE you have the […]
NEW CosMedix Products Reviewed
CosMedix is one of our luxe brands, brining the best quality ingredients combined with great results. Not only this, but the packaging and feel of the products is always top notch. So, what can be more exciting than their bringing out not one, but four new products at once!!! These NEW CosMedix products reviewed by […]
Congestion
Between environmental stressors, humidity, sweat, sebum and dead skin cells, it’s safe to say that our pores don’t have it easy. The penalty for clogged pores ranges from blackheads to acne breakouts. But recurring blockages could be a sign of congested skin. What exactly does it mean and how do you find your way around […]
Anti-Red Product Review
Red, inflamed, dry, irritated, flakey, itchy, blotchy or just super sensitive. If any of these words describe your skin, then there are some specially designed products that can help, with great results. Read this week’s Anti-Red product review to find out some of wonderful products that we use to combat some of these issues: Meg’s […]
Gift Ideas
Gift giving has existed since the beginning of human civilisation. It may even predate it, with our closest ancestral relatives having shown signs of gift giving. Researchers believe that cavemen gave presents such as unusual shaped rocks or animal teeth. These gifts were given to strengthen social connection and to show their appreciation to others. […]
Osmosis CLEAR for blemish prone skin
Osmosis CLEAR is your comprehensive skincare regimen specially formulated to target blemishes, clarify the complexion, and promote overall skin health. We’re talking powerhouse products that boost the clarifying and healing abilities of your skin. Matched with supplements to rebalance your body from within.
Enzymes in Skincare
Enzymes is one of the words that you often hear about when talking about skin care and one that we know we love. Do you actually know what they are, where they come from and what they do though? Here we will break it down for you, so you know why having enzymes in your […]
Sun Protection Review – Our Favourites!!!
You’ve heard us tell you to wear sun protection everyday ALL. THE. TIME. Do you know what, we’re going to say it again!!! In today’s sun protection review we’re taking it one step further though and going through our fav’s for you. Sun damage is the leading cause of premature ageing, and you know what, […]
Humidity and Skin
I would like to start this article by apologising to all our hot and humid climate customers out there who may often feel forgotten in our articles. We tend to write about dry skin and winter skin and it hasn’t been until now that I live in the tropics that I understand that there is […]
Acne Scarring
Our skin has three main layers. Starting with the outermost, the epidermis, the dermis and the hypodermis. The layers protect our fragile insides from the elements, from UV rays and bacteria, and they also help produce vitamin D thanks to sunlight. Any area with sebaceous glands is prone to acne — but it mainly occurs […]
Masks Product Review – Our Favourites!
When we add a mask to our clients faces in-clinic we have a wide range of “additions” we can use to make it personalised to your skins needs. What do we do at home though? While it’d be great to think we’d each get a facial during the week, we’re normally too busy. Thus, we’re […]
Collagen and Elastin
Collagen and Elastin in our skin is a lot like the foundations of a building. In order to have strong and stable homes, we need good foundations, and it is exactly the same with skin. We need collagen and elastin to maintain structure and form. The thing with collagen and elastin though, is that it […]
Face & Body Scrub Review – Our Favourites!
With so many of us in hibernation due to covid, we’re reviewing ways to pamper ourselves without leaving the house. Today we’re focusing on your whole body with our face & body scrub review. Something you can do while relaxing in a bath or shower, and leaving you feeling soft and smooth. You’ll find you’ll need […]
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 […]
Dermalist Review – Our Favourites!
Although relatively new to our range, Dermalist have been creating and perfecting their formulations since 2011 and launched their range for sale in Australia in 2019. Having moved overseas, I’m no longer surrounded by products to try, and have found after using Dermalist I really don’t have the urge to! Check out my honest Dermalist […]
Mesoestetic Hydratonic Mist
This facial mist is designed to tone and moisturiser your face as well as providing anti-pollution and balancing properties. When used following your cleansing routine, it assists your skin microbiota to find balance. In today’s ever changing environment, where our skin is bombarded with pollution and oxidative stress, this mist is designed to strengthen your skins ability to cope.
Mesoestetic Pure Renewing Mask
Mesoestetic Pure Renewing Mask is an intensive purifying mask that is designed to clean oily and clogged pores. Leaving you with clean skin surface while reducing and preventing imperfections in the future. With the addition of white clay, salicylic and mandelic acid as well as anti-pollution and microbiota balancing ingredients, your skin will feel refreshed and clear.
Things That Hydrate Review – Our Favourites!
Coming into Winter, it is not unusual to have dehydrated skin. When the humidity in the air drops, the water in your skin evaporates faster, leaving you with the feeling of dry skin. You’re also more likely to sit inside with a heater on, while drinking less water, further drying you out. This process isn’t […]
Sensitive Skin Care Review – Our Favourites!
Having sensitive or reactive skin is both a painful and frustrating problem. We completely understand that many of you will feel very wary of trying anything new on your skin – and yet are often desperate for your skin to improve. We have put together this sensitive skin care review so you can see what […]
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 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, […]
Osmosis EPIC Skin Tool
The Osmosis EPIC Skin Tool is a patent-pending tool designed to maximize the performance of your skincare by promoting deeper penetration of active ingredients, without compromising skin health.
Osmosis Wellness Recovery Elixir
When you’re looking to restore the volume in your face, consider Osmosis Wellness Recover Elixir. This formula restores critical nutrients that stimulate the recovery of your fat cells. Most importantly your facial pads and lip volume. Reducing the need for volume fillers while giving you a natural more youthful appearance. Not only will it assist your face’s volume, it’s also a probiotic. Providing essential fatty acids, like Omega-7, that heal and strengthen your skins cell formation.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Ultimate Recovery Bio Cellulose Mask
Hydrating Mineral Sheet Mask
The ultimate solution for deep hydration of the skin. For beautiful and luminous, glowing complexion for intensely dry or damaged skin. The rich blend of organic ingredients and supreme minerals is absorbed by your skin for deeply locked-in moisture, detoxifying your skin from impurities. Moisture is drawn to the upper layers from deep within the skin, for intense hydration.
Contains either 1 or 6 x single use masks
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Covering Dark Circles
A clear, flawless complexion is something we all strive for when applying makeup! Redness, pigmentation, blemishes and most commonly, covering dark circles, is the reason we apply all these wonderful products to our face every day. When it comes to dark circles, there’s unfortunately a couple of obstacles in the way, making this one of the […]
Winter Makeup Essentials
Winter has only just begun, yet we’re almost certain you’ve noticed some changes in the texture, appearance and feel of your skin. Your showers are hotter, there’s heating on, you find you aren’t drinking as much water. All of a sudden, your previously glowing, hydrated skin is looking a little dull. Once Winter arrives, your […]
5 Minute Natural Makeup Secrets for the New Mum
As a new Mum, you’ll most certainly notice changes in your skin and appearance. Unfortunately, the “Did you get any sleep last night?” comments are inevitable. Sleep deprivation tends to show its true colours, square and centre on our previously glowing faces. Luckily, there’s 5 minute natural makeup tips to help. Many of us […]
In Clinic Specials
Book an Appointment All Initial Skin Consultations with Meagan or Rosie receive a FREE tailor made mini-facial on the day. Not sure what your skin needs? No worries, we do when we see it, that’s our speciality! And what do we do here at The Skin Care Clinic? In short – we care for you! […]
Societe Rejuvenating Peptide Gel Mask
The Rejuvenating Peptide Gel Mask was developed for cosmetic use to calm and moisturise the skin after micro-needling, surgical procedures, post injection, and/or any ablative treatments. In addition, it can also be used during facials and microdermabrasion treatments.
Using a unique formulation of peptides, plant based stem cells and great anti-ageing ingredients, which help skin rejuvenation, these Peptide Gel Sheets incorporate an innovative technology called TCD (Transdermal Cosmetic Delivery), which ensures that their key ingredients are activated by skin temperature. Additionally, it rapidly minimises dehydrated skin and improves the skin’s self-moisturising ability. These cooling masks leave skin smooth and moisturised – by promoting elasticity – and protects it from harmful environmental agents.
Cosmetic Therapies
Cosmetic Therapies for wrinkles, cheeks & lips in Hobart, Tasmania The most important aspect when deciding to have cosmetic therapies is choosing a practitioner with experience and knowledge. If you’re in Hobart then our Qualified Dr Christine Smith is your perfect choice. Dr Christine Smith has been specialising in cosmetic medicine since 2004 and has […]
Travel Q&A
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 […]
Enlarged Pores – Common Q&A
Dealing with Enlarged Pores is one of our commonest questions and it covers all age groups. One important fact to note is that we NEED our pores. They cannot be made to disappear, however we can make them less noticeable and we can successfully cover them without clogging them potentially producing an ugly zit. Generally […]
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 […]
Skin Care over 60 – Time to be Fussy
Just like a baby’s skin, your skin now needs specialised care and just like fashion, things return to how they were. Your skin as a baby needed gentle products and special care, and now that you’ve reached the big 60 milestone, your skin is closing in on that time when it needs that same attention. […]
Enlarged Pores – everything you need to know!
Enlarged Pores on the face are the bane of many people’s lives. Feeling like everyone is looking at their orange peel skin is just too much. Ask yourself though, have you ever noticed anyone else’s facial pores? Unless you are a skin therapist, I doubt it very much. Pores on your skin are an essential […]
Long Haul Flight Skin Care Essentials
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 […]
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 […]
Lips – Glorious Lips and Their Care
Lets Start From The Beginning… Lips Lips are great for smiling, kissing, talking and eating, plus so much more, but do we care for them enough? They are often an afterthought in our skin care regime. Realising why the skin on our lips is so special highlights why caring for them is so important. It is […]
Hand Care Tips & Tricks
Simplifying Everyday Hand Care Our hands show off our age, just like our décolletage. They are constantly exposed to sun, dirt, water and everyday grime. We use them constantly, so…let’s look after them with some easy hand care tips! 8 Tips for Younger-Looking Hands (That also feel nice, because it’s nice when our hands […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The What, Why and How of Cleansing
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
Why Do We Get Wrinkles?
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A Males Perspective on skin care
Men’s Skin Month deserves some stories – we hope you enjoy these and one or more are helpful for yourself or a man in your life! What better way to illustrate the diversity of men and their attitude to skin care than to tell you some stories. Some of the men I have chosen have […]
Men’s Skin
Unsurprisingly, men share many of the same skin concerns as women. What sets male skin apart, however, is the underlying causes of many common skin problems. Whilst men do experience skin ageing, acne, sensitivity, pigmentation and other skin concerns in the same way that women do, often their products and treatments need to be tailored to specifically […]
Men’s Skin
Not all skins are created equal….women know this, but it is also true when it comes to male skin. While men do experience skin ageing, acne, sensitivity, pigmentation and other skin concerns just as women do, their products and treatments need to be focussed slightly differently. Skin health, for both sexes, is shaped by a […]
Pregnancy and your Skin
Congratulations on your pregnancy! It’s going to be an exciting adventure from here on and you should enjoy every minute of it. However, for some women this happy time is marred by skin changes they would rather do without. Interestingly, when it comes to pregnancy and your skin, it is often those who usually have […]
Gift E-Certificate
Not sure what to give someone? Giving a choice of skin care products is a wonderful gift, the perfect idea and they’ll really appreciate you for it. A Gift e-Certificate from The Skin Care Clinic allows your friend, colleague or family member to choose just what they want.
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