A LITTLE LIGHT READING

Have you ever noticed that your skin tends to break out more when you're stressed? Or maybe you've experienced a flare-up of eczema or psoriasis during a particularly anxious time? If so, you're not alone. The emerging field of psychodermatology explores this mind/skin connection.

Aluminium Hydrochloride – linked to breast cancer and Alzheimer’s disease; aluminium compounds are neurotoxic to humans Benzalkonium Chloride – immune system, lung and skin toxicant; can trigger asthma; restricted in China and Japan

Best known for its role in keeping our skin plump & youthful, collagen is an important 'scaffolding' protein made naturally in our bodies and thought to make up around 75% of our skin's dry weight. Although it plays such a critical role our collagen stores get depleted as we age.

Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition that sees darker & uneven patches of skin appearing - usually in exposed areas such as the face. It is caused by excess melanin production which can occur as a result of scarring, sun damage or even hormones.

At some point the transition from childhood to teens gets us thinking about how to best care for skin that is likely to face some unique challenges. Teen skin is prone to clogging, oiliness, spots and acne and for some, even the...

Surprisingly, many adults continue to experience acne beyond their teen & young adult years. For many, it can be embarrassing and even debilitating. While a sudden onset of adult acne can signal an underlying systemic condition or disease, the causes...

Modern lifestyle & diet has led to an increase in the number of adults and teens experiencing acne. This can sometimes cause significant anxiety & embarrassment. In many cases there are a few simple steps to detoxify and rebalance the skin, and significantly reduce the symptoms of acne.

 

  As the Winter weather gradually disappears and I start to feel the warmth of spring, I’m usually prompted to declutter my home, my wardrobe and my diet. I’m also reminded that Spring is an opportunity to re-boot my skincare...

Over the past 10 years there have been significant breakthroughs in the understanding of acne and skin breakouts. While much is still not known, research now proves a link between acne and stress. When we are stressed our bodies release...

While most of us may be able to imagine a day when we can look at ourselves in the mirror and proudly see our ‘happy lines’ as a reflection of a life filled with love and laughter, few of us want to exclaim “oh those deep furrows, wrinkles and sagging skin!” Let’s face it – there are lines […]