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Latest News – April 05, 2021

Tretinoin and its benefits for skin.

Tretinoin also known as retinoic acid comes from Vitamin A  is recognised as the gold standard of anti-ageing treatments as it can have profound beneficial effect on the stratum corneum layer and deeper layers of the skin. By regulating cellular functions, keratin becomes softer and the stratum corneum becomes smooth and compact. These effects can last for up to 4 months, even when the use of the product has ceased.  Retinoids and Skin Ageing - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2699641/

Latest News – March 23, 2021

Heliocare Sun Protection SPF Products

Combining nature and science, Heliocare’s SPF products protect your skin from the harmful and ageing effects of the sun, including not just the sun’s rays but environmental stressors and free radicals.To complement their range of sun creams and gels, Heliocare also offer a variety of tinted sun protection for those who don’t want to sacrifice their daily makeup routine. The special Heliocare 360° products have been enhanced to defend against Infrared-A Radiation and block High-Energy Visible Light (HEV). HEV rays are emitted from computer screens and smartphones, which makes the Heliocare 360° range perfect for everyday wear to prevent the skin from ageing and environmental damage.

Latest News – March 23, 2021

An at home Facial Customised to your needs

We appreciate that it is not possible to be able to do a clinic facial, at home. Be assured that if you are using the right products with the correct levels of active ingredients you can achieve really nice results. Important to note that what you do every day can have a big impact on your skin long-term again if you are using the right skincare. Spend time cleaning your skin.

Latest News – March 10, 2021

My skin is dry - what can I do?

Your skin tissues are made up of water, proteins, and fats. When your skin losses water or fats, it becomes rough, itchy, and dry.

Latest News – March 10, 2021

Coping with Stress and anxiety.

The more you ‘know about your stressors’, the easier it is to do something about them. Symptoms of stress are very often experienced – as a mix of anxiety, depression, panicky feelings, poor sleep and poor wellbeing.

Latest News – March 10, 2021

Pregnancy & Skin-Care ingredients.

Pregnant women often wonder about which skincare products are ok to use and which ones are not —here is some  help!Because some ingredients — both from prescription drugs and some skincare products — are absorbed into the body when applied to skin, it's important to know what's safe for use during pregnancy and what to avoid.                                                    

Latest News – March 10, 2021

Time for You. Advice from Jade, Senior Therapist at Serenity Day Spa.

For many, anxiety is high and you may have slipped out of your old, healthy routines and self care habits.Being truly healthy and happy is not just about eating all the right things and spending half your life exercising.Emotional, mental and social health is a vital part of true wellness too.  

Latest News – February 28, 2021

Skincare Advice

Atmospheric aggressors surround us on a daily basis, posing a constant threat to healthy-looking skin, because they induce free radical formation that may damage cells.Superficially, this damage visibly manifests as premature lines, wrinkles, sagging, and unwanted discolouration.  

Latest News – January 27, 2021

Personalised SkinCare

When it comes to skin care, there is no one product or formula that suits all. While there are products that are designated to visibly improve the appearance of skin concerns like large pores, discoloration and acne, what may work for one person doesn’t necessarily mean it will work for you, too. Let me introduce you to SkinCeuticals Custom D.O.S.E, an innovative, high-tech skin-care service that offers a personalised corrective serum made just for your skin type and concerns. 

Latest News – January 26, 2021

The Science behind daylight/ darkness and restful sleep.

What can you do to optimise light for better health? The simple rule of thumb is to expose yourself to as much daylight as possible during the day (without looking directly at the sun!), as little light as possible in the evening, and absolutely no light when you sleep (i.e. sleep in complete darkness).

Latest News – January 24, 2021

Chest wrinkles & Discolouration.

A common concern for women has always been wrinkles. With so much concentration on the eyes, cheeks, neck, and mouth many forget a part of the body that is often exposed and just as vulnerable to wrinkle as any other part of the body: the chest. However, with the advancement of chemical peels and laser resurfacing, there are now solutions to help prevent long-lasting wrinkles. First, we must understand exactly how and why chest wrinkles are formed, then, after a short guide to prevention, we will discuss how to eliminate any existing wrinkles.

Latest News – January 21, 2021

Introducing SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF

We are so excited to introduce you to SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF. This is an innovative antioxidant protection specifically formulated for oily and blemish prone skin, SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF is a first of its kind product for this skin type. 

Latest News – January 07, 2021

Lipids such as Cholesterol, Essential fatty acids and Ceramides and their role in ageing skin.

Essential fatty acids, Ceramides and Cholesterol are all naturally occurring lipids in the correct ratio in healthy skin. Lipids are the good fats in your skin that make it look healthy and young; as you age, your skin loses them, causing dullness, dryness, and wrinkles. These healthy fats play a critical role in maintaining a healthy functioning skin barrier. The skin barrier is Crucial for this skin barrier function is the lipid matrix in the outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum.

Latest News – January 04, 2021

Listen to Dr Andrew Huberman, Neuroscientist on dealing with Stress.

“The eyes are fundamentally the most powerful driver of what we think, what we feel, and ultimately what we can do, because they set the basic level of alertness or sleepiness.” Dr Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist and tenured Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Listen to his podcasts to hear his advice on managing stress. Tips on how to improve sleep etc.