#PIGMENTATION

Product and Treatment Education – February 17, 2026

Retinoids: Gold Standard in Skincare Science

Retinoids, vitamin A derivatives, revolutionised dermatology as cell-communicating actives that bind nuclear receptors to alter gene expression, boosting cell turnover, collagen, even tone, and texture. Vitamin A deficiency was linked to skin issues like dryness and hyperkeratinisation in the early 1900s; Dr. Albert Kligman advanced this in the 1960s, discovering tretinoin (Retin-A) normalised acne follicles, gaining FDA approval in 1971. In the 1980s, Kligman proved tretinoin repaired photoageing via biopsies showing collagen gains, epidermal thickening, and elastin fixes—proven structural reversal, not masking. Today, retinoids like retinol remain unmatched for acne, pigmentation, and ageing via multi-pathway action.

Product and Treatment Education – December 30, 2025

What Are DMK Skin Treatments?

DMK (Danné Montague‑King) skin treatments are advanced paramedical therapies created to work with your skin’s own biochemistry, aiming to correct function at a cellular level rather than offering short‑term surface fixes. Using the signature Enzyme Therapy and the four‑step concept of Remove, Rebuild, Protect, Maintain, DMK helps improve concerns like acne, rosacea, pigmentation, scarring, and premature ageing while strengthening the skin so it behaves more like healthy, resilient skin over time.

Product and Treatment Education – September 30, 2024

Skin Peels- Chemical Peels

    Chemical peels are an excellent treatment to treat wrinkles, discoloured skin and scars — usually on the face. They can be done alone or combined with other treatments. This treatment is an excellent introduction to skin rejuvenation.How they works:Using a chemical exfoliant the skin is prepared, an acid-based solution then instigates a process that increases skin cells turnover.Benefits:The benefits of this are that the dead layers of the skin are removed, the underlying cells are turning over at an increased rate which mildly increases collagen production and introduces the skin to a better skin cycle.

Product and Treatment Education – April 01, 2024

JetPeel Skin Treatment.

  The JetPeel jet pressure energy device generates pressurised air, which is accelerated in order to manipulate liquid into fine misty jet streams. These jet streams, travelling at a speed of over 200 m/s, are applied to the skin surface with the patented JetPeel handpiece, a wand-like instrument available in a range of sizes and configurations for specific treatments and conditions. As it travels over the skin, the handpiece generates continuous fine liquid jet streams that provide a lymphatic massage followed by exfoliation of the epidermal layer, and then gently stretch the skin surface for the infusion of specially suited liquid solutions.       

Product and Treatment Education – August 20, 2021

Glycolic acid - The Glow Getter

Glycolic acid — you’ve probably seen it on the back of multiple skin-care cleansers, serums, and gels you have in your collection. We can’t seem to escape the ingredient, and there’s a good reason why, glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) and works as a mild exfoliant. It’s a small molecule, and this is important because it helps it to penetrate deeper into the skin and work more effectively. Like other acids, it works to brighten the skin’s appearance by removing dead skin layers that live on top. While all skin types can use glycolic acid, it may work best on oily and acne-prone skin. It’s harder to tolerate when you have dry or sensitive skin. If that sounds like you, stick to products that contain it in lower percentages or reduce the frequency with which you use it. On the flip side, glycolic acid is highly effective for evening out your skin tone and altering discoloration, which is why those with acne-prone skin generally respond well to it.

Product and Treatment Education – January 28, 2021

HELIOCARE'S NEW ECO-FRIENDLY PACKAGING

HELIOCARE'S MANUFACTURER GOING GREENOne of the first things you will notice is that the products are no longer sealed with cellophane. Cantabria Labs, the manufacturers of Heliocare, will save a total of 6,500kg of plastic across the globe by removing all cellophane from outer packaging. These are massive strides for the company's goal to reduce their carbon footprint. 

Product and Treatment Education – January 18, 2021

We offer expert Skin Consultations

Excellent. Professional. Great advise. Love the products. Hope to see you soon. M.F October 2020 Skin Consultation was very helpful and informative. Products recommended and purchased did the trick. Annmarie November 2020.

Product and Treatment Education – January 14, 2021

Retinoids vs Bakuchiol. Is bakuchiol, a potential alternative to retinoids?

  Bakuchiol vs Retinoids -  Is bakuchiol,a potential alternative to retinoids? Bakuchiol is a natural antioxidant and anti-ageing ingredient found in the seeds and leaves of the plant Psoralea Corylifolia. This plant, also known as babchi, is native to and grows wild throughout India, where it plays a role in Ayurvedic medicine. Bakuchiol is a new molecule that has a similar effect on retinoid receptors, but having no structural resemblance to retinoids family, but is considered a functional analogue of retinol. 

Product and Treatment Education – December 05, 2020

Skin rejuvenation, healing and collagen synthesis

PEMF has been studied for decades and used for patients with cognitive disorders, bone injuries, osteoporosis, and healing wounds post-surgically. Most recently, it has been proven and used for aesthetic and wellbeing applications such as speeding up wounds, aiding in lymphatic drainage post-surgically, reducing bruising, healing acne lesions, and controlling rosacea. We utilise PEMF in our Radio Frequency treatments .Radio-Frequency (RF) energy is a form of electromagnetic energy ranging from 300MHz to 3kHz. Radio-frequency has been used surgically for over 50 years for coagulation. It became popular in cosmetic medicine around the year 2000 and since has grown to be the gold standard non-surgical solution in skin tightening and tissue rejuvenation.

Product and Treatment Education – December 01, 2020

Custom Dose by SkinCeuticals at Nu Aesthetics SkinClinic

CUSTOM D.O.S.E features active ingredients chosen for their proven ability to target the appearance of skin ageing issues, like wrinkles, fine lines, and discolouration. Each personalised corrective serum is the outcome of extensive research on more than 250 combinations of skin traits and concerns. Custom dose allows us to use a cocktail of fresh active ingredients to custom design a serum specific to your skincare

Product and Treatment Education – May 22, 2020

New Skin brightening SPF from SkinCuticals

New light weight SPF with skin brightening properties from SkinCeutical which has a duel action, broad spectrum filters to help protect skin against UVA and UVB rays, with a potent blend of discolouration targeting actives such as tranexamic acid and niacinamide. The residue-free texture fits perfectly for all skin types and can be used as a daily moisturiser.

Product and Treatment Education – May 12, 2020

SkinCeutical Glycolic Wash - Read what India Knight had to say about it on The Sunday Times Style Magazine on 10th May 2020.

India Knight recommends that you try this product. "I have fallen in love with SkinCeuticals Glycolic Renewal Cleansing Gel. This great product gets rid of all the stuff clogging up your skin and quickly makes it look fresher and more even". @thestyle @skinceutical_uki Glycolic Renewal Cleanser and the Glycolic 10 Renew Overnight compliment each other to  help you achieve the “glow” that you desire for your skin.                                             

Product and Treatment Education – April 06, 2020

IPL or Photo facial

IPL skin treatments improve the appearance of photoaged skin, remove age spots (sun-induced freckles), most benign brown pigments, and redness caused by broken capillaries through a process called photo-rejuvenation for face and body. The process is ideal for clients with active lifestyles because the procedure requires no downtime and has a low risk of side effects.

Product and Treatment Education – March 17, 2020

IPL Photofacial

The intense pulsed light that is delivered via a handpiece is clinically proven to work on various elements in your skin. The light energy stimulates new cellular growth and collagen production to reduce the appearance of age spots, fine lines, vascular abnormalities and hyperpigmentation.The intense pulsed light that is delivered via a handpiece is clinically proven to work on hyperpigmentation.