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Is Micro Needling Better Than Chemical Peels?

A reader on my blog recently sent me this question:
"Do you feel that needling is better than chemical peels?"

I thought it's an excellent question because, with so many treatment options available, it can be quite confusing.
Micro-needling and chemical peels are two different modalities used for different purposes. It's like comparing apples to bread. Not everyone needs micro needling, and not everyone is a suitable candidate for chemical peels.

What Is Microneedling or Dermarolling?

Micro-needling (or dermal rolling) was initially used as a clinical treatment for improving and reducing post-acne scarring. It works by breaking down existing scarred tissues with fine needles which stimulate skin healing and rejuvenating process. Over the past few years, it has become a popular modality for reducing the appearance of aging, lines, wrinkles and tightening the skin. The process is called Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT). Micro needling stimulates collagen synthesis, fir…

What is the difference between a beautician, beauty therapist, esthetician, aesthetician and dermal therapist?

Beautician, beauty therapist, esthetician, aesthetician, dermal therapist - what do all these mean? These terms are different in various counties whether you are in Australia, Europe, Asia or the US. I will try and explain the terms as they are used in Australia.

BEAUTICIANBeauticians can be trained on the job with no formal qualification or training, most do however go to TAFE and have a Certificate III in beauty treatments. Beauticians mostly perform beauty services such as spray tanning, waxing, tinting, nails, makeup and lash extensions. They may be allowed in some salons to do basic express facials, body treatments and massage under the supervision of a suitably qualified beauty therapist.

BEAUTY THERAPISTS / ESTHETICIANS / AESTHETICIANSBeauty Therapists in Australia are roughly equivalent to Estheticians or Aestheticians in the United States and the United Kingdom. In Australia we mostly use the general term of Beauty Therapist for anyone who is certificate IV or diploma qualified…

Are Injectables the ONLY Answer for Ageing Skin?

One of the most asked about concerns in beauty clinics is how to look after the skin so that it looks youthful, even toned and radiant. With so many people trying out cosmetic injections to minimize wrinkles, they are left scratching their head because even though the wrinkles are gone, their skin still looks dull, tired, blotchy which adds years.

INJECTABLES
are great temporary solutions for wrinkles, but they do nothing to make the skin itself look younger. Youthful skin is fresh, radiant, even toned and plump. Think about it, if you stand two people side by side, one has dry, dull, blotchy skin and no wrinkles, and the other has fresh, radiant, even toned, plump skin with some fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, which one appears older?

Wrinkles are only one sign of aging, but there are many other skin conditions that can make a person look older than they are. Let’s explore what happens in the skin as it ages.
DEHYDRATED SKIN The first sign of aging is usually dehydration. This i…

DO YOU HAVE SENSITIVE SKIN? DISCOVER PRODUCTS AND TREATMENTS THAT WILL TRANSFORM YOUR SKIN

Does your skin redden easily? Do you have visible capillaries or do you get rashes? Have you ever reacted to natural foods, medications or skincare products? In this article, I will talk about the two major types of sensitive skin, what causes it and the best way to manage and improve the skin condition. There are essentially three different sensitive skin conditions: couperose, sensitive and damaged skin.

COUPEROSE - “BROKEN CAPILLARIES”Couperose is a skin condition where you can see visible capillaries on the surface, often present on the cheeks, chin, neck and decolletage. People with couperose tend to flush easily but do develop rashes or irritations such as stinging, burning or itching. Couperose is caused by sun damage. Years of exposure to UV has lead to the capillary damage which makes them more pronounced on the surface. Exertional, heat, alcohol, spicy food and other stimulants can aggravate this condition.
TIPS FOR MANAGING COUPEROSEBecause couperose is caused by UV d…

CONGESTION: a cluster of small, deep, skin coloured, painless, stubborn lumps / bumps on the skin

Congestion can be a stubborn problem to clear, it can linger and be a realnuisance.
In oil related congestion, the sebum is thick and waxy and has settled deep down in the hair follicle. Usually found around the chin and cheeks, it feels like a cluster of small, deep lumps under the skin. Congestion is usually skin colored, is not painful and does not itch. Once it appears, it usually just sits there and does not clear on its own. The waxy sebum can be a result of poor nutrition, certain food intolerance, a sluggish metabolism, hormones, not drinking enough water, etc. and if left untreated, can potentially lead to ruptured follicles, papules and painful lesions or acne. To clear it, the waxy sebum has to be broken down, liquefied, and allowed to flow freely to the surface.
If congestion occurs around the jawline and cheeks, and occasionally on the neck, then it is either caused by over nourishing products or it's an internal problem, where the body is eliminating toxins via the …

Skin and the Art of Ageing Beautifully

Looking at the skin of young adults, their ѕkin is tаught, еlаѕtiс and naturally firm. Yоuthful ѕkin is plump, has a natural glоw аnd a ѕmооth texture which is what we strive to maintain as we аgе. Bеаutiful and hеаlthу lооking ѕkin iѕ nоt limited to juѕt thе уоung, you can maintain the youth of your skin well beyond the teens, 20s and 30s.

Thе key tо beautiful skin at any age is bу understanding what causes ageing, what problems tо lооk for, active ingredients that fight ageing and best products dеѕignеd to preserve the youth of your skin.

What Causes Ageing?
Ageing is the result of nаturаl causes (about 20%) and frоm еnvirоnmеntаl damage (about 80%) ѕuсh аѕ lifestyle, stress, diet and pollution. So most ageing is actually preventable.

Aѕ wе аgе, оur ѕkin changes: pigmentation begins to appear, damaged capillaries surface, the skin lоѕеѕ some itѕ nаturаl еlаѕtiсitу, decreases соllаgеn рrоduсtiоn аnd thе regeneration оf nеw surface ѕkin сеllѕ slows down. Signs of ageing appear s…

4 Anti Ageing Ingredients to Add to Your Skin Care Routine

Technology in skincare has come a long way and you can make your skin look younger for longer with these hardworking exceptional skin care ingredients. Look out for these ingredients in your cleansers, moisturisers and serums. Layering products with these ingredients will achieve the best results.

Vitamin B3 - Niacinamide
The B group vitamins are all excellent for skin, but Vitamin B3 is a standout. Many years ago it was originally used for skin prone to breakouts because it helps skin heal and reduces inflammation. In recent times scientists have discovered it is a potent skin rejuvenating ingredients and also excellent for reducing pigmentation. The Sothys Brightening line and Clarte and Confort line contain this powerful anti-inflammatory and skin rejuvenating ingredient.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C has been a favourite for reducing pigmentation however it is also a powerful skin rejuvenating ingredient. Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant reducing free radical damage in the skin and also …

SKIN CARE DELIVERY SYSTEMS

A delivery system in a skin care formula is the combination and use of certain ingredients that assist in the delivery of other ingredients into the skin.
Some examples of delivery systems include liposomes, nanotechnology, microcapsules - encapsulation, microsponge technology, emulsions, carrier oils, etc.
Think of a tiny balloon you can fill with active ingredients that delivers the ingredients deep into the epidermis (top layer of the skin) past the lipid barrier.
Because the skin is so very efficient at keeping things out with the lipid barrier, advanced skin care products encapsulate ingredients to get them down a little bit further.
Besides delivery systems and vehicles, cell-communicating ingredients actually do a great deal of work on the skin too and are particularly needed to affect the skin at the dermal level. How these cell-communicating ingredients work is, they send chemical messages to cells, which pass the message along to the target cells, and communicate with the t…

ARE THE SKINCARE PRODUCTS YOU’RE USING DAMAGING YOUR SKIN?

There is so much choice when it comes to selecting the right skin care for your skin. For most of us it’s a matter of trial and error in finding something we like and that delivers results. With all this trial and error, you could be potentially harming your skin. Here are some clues that will tell you if the product is not right for you.

Is the product you’re using a mainstream/ generic skincare product? Generic mainstream products that you can purchase off-the-shelf (or online) without a consultation, at best do very little, at worst could potentially harm your skin. Generic products are specifically made to be used by everyone and anyone. They do not contain sufficient doses of active ingredients to bring about a result. This is because high percentage of actives need to be prescribed by a highly trained and experienced aesthetician to ensure the products are used in the correct way, and on the right skin. If used incorrectly or on the wrong skin, the wrong product could potentially …

Adult Acne - Causes, and Best Treatments

As beauty therapists, we find about half of the people we see come to see us about their acne and how to treat their problem skin. Most people think that acne is something that only teenagers go through but we find that 80% of people we see are between the ages of 20 and 40 years old.

What Causes Acne in Adults
Most people think that having an oily or dirty skin can be the cause of acne in adults. This may be true for some people with oily skin but it's not always the cause of acne for everyone. We see many people with dry skin type who experience breakouts or acne. People are individual and a thorough consultation is needed to determine what could be the cause for each person. Here are just some possibilities that could cause acne in adults:

Oily skin prone to clogging and blackheads Hormones Stress Overtreated skin Harsh products Disruption to the skin barrier Food intolerances such as gluten or dairy Too much sugar in the diet Inflammation associated with poor diet and lifestyl…

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