The festive season can be a harsh time physically, emotionally, and for the skin. Even if you manage to avoid the copious mince pie and alcohol fuelled gatherings, it’s likely that despite all your best intentions your usual healthy regime will go by the board as...
Men's Health Awareness Month is a global initiative aimed at highlighting health concerns that disproportionately affect men. The importance of this calendar event is to encourage men to prioritise their health and well-being.This annual observance aims to raise...
In this article I will focus on the effects menopause has on the skin. I will briefly touch on other health and wellbeing implications that can be experienced during menopause. I will also aim to provide support to manage the typical symptoms of menopause.What Is...
Autumn to me is signified by the change of weather. The leaves on the trees start to lose their moisture and turn from green to vibrant golden and rust colours. The autumn season can bring about many changes to our environment, which can also create havoc with our...
Retinoids are a group of vitamin A derivatives widely used in skincare for their diverse benefits. They come in various forms, strengths, and delivery methods, making them suitable for addressing various skin issues.What are Retinoids? In 1971 the FDA approved a...
We all love the summer vibe, lots of sunshine, meeting friends for alfresco dining and a glass or two, enjoying the longer days and later nights. But sadly, our skin and health can suffer as a consequence. Our skin can become dull, dry, over sensitive, dehydrated and...
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormone disorder that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age and is one of the most common causes of female infertility. It is characterised by irregular menstrual cycles, increased levels of certain hormones, such...
Psoriasis is a common, none contagious skin condition that can affect individuals of all demographics.Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes an overproduction of skin cells on the surface of the body. Normally, skin cells form and shed gradually...
Rosacea is a common skin condition that can affect individuals of all demographics.Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that primarily affects the face. It is characterised by redness, pimples, and visible blood vessels, often concentrated in the central...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome ‘IBS’ is a common digestive disorder that affects the large intestine (colon).The main characteristics of IBS are abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas, and changes in bowel movements (diarrhoea, constipation, or both). These symptoms tend...
Endometriosis is a gynaecological disorder that affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age and is one of the most common causes of female infertility.This disorder causes tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (endometrium) to grow outside the uterus. This...
Acne Vulgaris is a common skin disease that can affect individuals of all demographics.Adolescent acne is more common in males than in females, whereas post adolescent acne predominantly affects females.Acne symptoms develop in the skin when an increase of androgen...
No one is exempt from the potential risk of skin cancer.So be skin aware!Skin Cancer Awareness Skin cancers don't necessarily start as moles. While some skin cancers can develop from existing moles, many others arise directly from healthy skin, bypassing the "mole"...
Winter can be a harsh time for the skin, with the cold, dry air stripping away moisture and leaving it feel parched and uncomfortable. It’s not just the cold conditions that can affect your skin, harsh indoor heating can deplete moisture from the air and from your...
Your gut health can definitely affect your skin condition. Here are the reasons why it is essential to support the health of your gut.The “gut-skin axis” refers to all the connections between our skin and digestive system. It is a complex communication network between...
Now that the festive season has passed, so many of us struggle to put our best face forward.Even if you’ve managed to swerve copious indulgences of alcohol-fuelled gatherings, family feasts, sweet treats, it’s likely that despite all your best intentions your usual...
In this article I will provide an overview of what stress and anxiety is, how it can manifest into deeper concerns and how it can affect us mentally and physically. I will provide simple quick tips to help you manage stress and anxiety.What Is Stress?When we are...
In this article I will provide an overview of what worry is, how it can manifest into deeper concerns and how it can affect us emotionally and physically. I will provide tools to help you to make positive changes, as well as to overcome negative, worried emotions and...
It’s that time of year when you’re preparing to jet off to the sun and you can finally wear light clothing with strappy tops and shorter skirts. But does cellulite impact your confidence to do so?Visible lumps and bumps, mild or severe, slim or shapely, cellulite can...
Holistic Approach Meaning A holistic treatment is a form of approach that considers the whole person, body, mind, emotions, and spirit in the quest for optimal health and wellness, to include skin health.The holistic philosophy enables one to aim for optimal health...
Smiling in humans is universal. It is one of the most recognisable expressions of emotion. Smiling is an unconscious way to communicate a range of emotions, from joy to embarrassment even amusement.Why Do We Smile?The root of smiling is traced back to primitive...
In this article I will provide a list of FAQ’s to answer any questions anyone may have regarding a potential facial treatment experience. Do I need a professional facial treatment? A professional treatment is carried out by a qualified aesthetician, who has knowledge...
Does Sun Exposure Cause Pre-Mature Ageing?Over exposure to sun damages the skin which can cause premature ageing with visible fine lines, wrinkles, loss of flaccidity, discolouration and uneven skin tone. Over exposure to sun can lead to skin cancer, as explained in...
Does Sun Exposure Cause Pigmentation?Over exposure to sun damages the skin, which can cause discolouration, dark skin patches and uneven skin tone, known as pigmentation. Signs of premature aging includes fine lines, wrinkles and loss of flaccidity. Over exposure to...
What Is Sun Awareness Month and Skin Cancer Awareness? The British Association of Dermatologists ‘Sun Awareness week’ is an annual campaign is to raise awareness of skin cancer. The intention is to provide awareness on prevention and detection of skin cancer.There is...
My Allergy Story Having suffered with allergies to wool, pollen, certain plants, dust, pets, horses, certain chemicals and skincare ingredients, to name but a few, all of my life, I have a real interest in this topic.20 years ago, in my mid-thirties, I had the most...
