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5 Aug 2019
Do You Know Your Skin Type?
Once we reach puberty and our hormones begin to kick in, our skin type can change with the fluctuating hormones at different times in our lives. So as we age our SKIN TYPE WILL CHANGE. For women this happens at puberty, before and during menstruation, pregnancy and menopause. Our skin appearance can change from flawless to spotty in no time at all! In general there are FOUR basic skin types, which are categorised by sebaceous gland activity. In addition, to the skin type, there is also the SKIN CONDITION. What's your skin type and condition? Normal Skin Type Usually observed in young skin Looks smooth and even textured Has an even balance of oil and water Often soft and supple…
27 Jul 2019
Skin Laxity: What Causes It? How Can We Treat It?
Do you have concerns of loose, crepe-like skin on your face and body? This is known as skin laxity and, due to the aging process, is something everyone will face at some point in life. Besides aging, there are other factors that can play a part in skin laxity, such genetics, diet, lifestyle, sun exposure, exercise, stress alcohol, drugs and smoking. But even if you’re mindful of all the above, it isn’t enough to prevent laxity in the skin. There are two vital components which influence skin laxity and those are: collagen and elastin. What is elastin? Elastin is a protein that acts like a spring within the elastic fibres of connective tissue. Lack of it in the skin, therefore…
2 Jun 2019
Top 5 Anti-Aging Skin Ingredients
Vitamin C It’s fairly common knowledge that Vitamin C is important for your immune system and Vitamin C is also being recognised as crucial for the skin too. Some of the benefits are: Reduces hyperpigmentation Reduces fine lines and wrinkles by promoting collagen production Reduces inflammation Improves the appearance of sun-damaged skin Protects the skin from UV damage Vitamin C for the skin often comes as a serum. Just apply it every morning after cleansing. Then add your favourite moisturiser on top for the full benefits. Vitamin C serums can also be applied professionally as part of a Microneedling skin care treatment as we do here at Aesthetics Julie Edwards. Sunscreen We all know the harmful effects of the sun…
