Retinoids have been used by the industry for years to transform the skin of the rich and famous. Now the best kept beauty secret is gaining popularity with the general public as an everyday skincare essential. A chemical form of vitamin A, retinoids can be
Are you still struggling with post-lockdown weight gain? Even with a strict healthy diet and regular exercise at the gym, stubborn fat can be hard to shift. Especially as we age, many of us suffer with fatty deposits on troublesome areas. But you need not
It’s a common misconception that washing your face often will help to achieve a clear and fresh complexion. Although cleansing your skin should be a part of your skincare routine, washing your face twice a day can actually damage the delicate balance of the skin
It’s December and Christmas is fast approaching; but whilst you might be occupied organising presents, cards, dinners and parties, you’re forgetting one thing – you! Although a great deal of seasonal joy comes from making the ones you love happy, if you don’t take care
Sun damage is one of the main causes of accelerating skin ageing, with even a few minutes of exposure causing permanent damage. But do you wear SPF in the summer, and do you know the difference between UVB and UVA? Protecting your skin all year
The leaves are turning colour and the temperature has dropped – autumn has well and truly arrived. You may well be prepping your wardrobe ready for the new season, with woolly jumpers, coats and boots; but have you prepped your skincare yet? Many people don’t
With the weather getting colder and the central heating being turned up, you might be experiencing drier skin. But did you know that there’s a difference between dry and dehydrated skin and treating them the same can make the complaints considerably worse. What is dry
What is collagen and how can it make you look younger? Often referred to as the building blocks of our skin, collagen is the main structural protein that keeps our skin supple and tight. As we age, our collagen reserves decline in quantity and quality,
Cannulas and needles are mostly used in dermal filler injections, but you might not be aware that there’s a big difference between the two tools that has a huge impact on the results of your skin. A cannula is a thin tube, which in a medical setting,
It’s been labelled the COVID ‘Zoom boom’, where the increase in virtual video calling, like Zoom, Microsoft Teams or FaceTime to interact with our friends, family and work colleagues has pushed up demand for cosmetic procedures. Regularly seeing our reflection throughout the day, has made us