Notes on Stretch Marks
Stretch marks or “Striae” are indented, discoloured streaks caused by the skin stretching or shrinking. During this process, the elastin in our skin ruptures and leaves behind a mark. They’re typically associated with pregnancy, but they can also appear after other rapid weight changes, during growth spurts in adolescents or after surgery. Not everyone will […]
Notes on An Optimal Evening Routine
The evening skincare routine exists to balance and restore the skin after everything it has experienced throughout the day. Sun exposure, pollution and other environmental aggressors take their toll. Think of your evening routine as a time for rest and repair. It’s also the perfect opportunity to incorporate some overachieving active ingredients, as these are […]
Notes on Daily/Weekly/Monthly Skincare Routine
Less is sometimes more, and I always recommend a streamlined and effective regime where every product and ingredient has a place and purpose. Knowing where all your products fit into your routine can be difficult to distinguish, so below are some suggestions for the ideal daily, weekly and monthly skincare rituals to achieve ongoing results […]
Notes on Dry Skin
Is your skin flaky, itchy, scaly and burns when hot water touches it? These are all common signs you are experiencing dry skin and are what happens when the sebaceous glands don’t produce enough oil (or sebum). Dry skin can also be spurred along by other factors such as seasonal changes (the skin usually becomes […]
Notes on Ingestible Beauty
Ingestible beauty is having a moment in the beauty industry. And while there isn’t a quick fix supplement that will deliver miracle results simply by taking it, when used correctly in conjunction with a healthy diet supplements can yield great results. Which ingredients should I look for? Ingestible beauty goes beyond the skin’s surface to […]
Notes on Eating for Skin Health
Our skin has the amazing ability to act as a shield that protects us from the external environment. This means that while our topical treatments can certainly yield results, it’s important to always nourish from within to provide the skin with the building blocks it needs for optimal health. As they say, you are what […]
Notes On Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT)
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), also known as microneedling, involves temporarily causing micro-trauma to the skin’s surface in order to stimulate the body’s natural healing process through the use of ultra-fine microneedles. As part of the body’s in-built response to injury, new collagen is formed. A protein essential in giving the skin strength, structure and elasticity, […]
Notes on Skin Care While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Pregnancy is such a special time and a moment in life where we really need to listen closely to our body and nurture it on many levels. During pregnancy, the body undergoes a significant amount of change in a relatively short period of time. The elusive pregnancy glow might be something we’d hoped for, but […]
Notes on Oily Skin
Everyone’s skin naturally contains oil (sebum). This ultra thin veil of sebum is essential in hydrating the skin and acting as a barrier against external elements. Oily skin occurs when the sebaceous glands become overactive and produce too much sebum, characterised by a shiny or greasy appearance and often coupled with blackheads and break-outs. Excessive […]
Notes On Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are a great skin boosting treatment to really polish the skin of dead skin cells leaving you with a luminous and glowing complexion. When performed correctly, these in-salon treatments are incredibly gentle. Much like we’ve learned that chemical exfoliators such as AHAs, BHAs and PHAs are often very delicate options for removing dead […]
