Hyperpigmentation

Often skincare products and treatments aim to speed up the natural processes associated with a healthy complexion, improving collagen and elastin production and increasing cellular turnover rate for example. Improving and evening out the skin-tone is different. A mottled, uneven skin tone results from an overproduction of melanin, so slowing that down is top priority. To improve the look of pigmented skin caused by sun exposure, hormones, and scarring you need to use skin care that target and slow down melanin production.

Skinceutical Advanced pigment corrector

2013 Allure Best of Beauty Breakthrough Award Winner! Daily multi-layer treatment to reduce stubborn discoloration and prevent reoccurrence. Advanced Pigment Corrector is clinically proven and tested on all ethnicities to help correct and prevent unwanted pigmentation. This powerful multi-layer treatment is a highly effective, safe, full-facial approach to reducing stubborn discolorations and preventing reoccurrence. In addition to its efficacy on the appearance of skin discolorations and dark spots, Advanced Pigment Corrector boosts skin tone even-ness and radiance.

Clinical study

The dermatologist-controlled clinical trial was conducted on 70 multi-ethnic subjects, ages 25-60, with twice daily application of Advanced Pigment Corrector. Clinical results showed significant improvement in the appearance of skin discolorations and dark spots while boosting skin tone evenness and radiance.

Formulated with an exclusive breakthrough cocktail featuring high-potency 1% Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid and 0.5% Ellagic Acid, Advanced Pigment Corrector works via a multi-layer mechanism to powerfully reduce discolorations and improve overall skin appearance.
A highly effective formula that works via four modes action: exfoliates existing spots, inhibits melanin transfer, blocks excess melanin production, and enhances skin’s resistance to new and reoccurring pigmentation.
Ingredients

1. 0.3% Salicylic acid: Provides exfoliation to fade existing dark spots and helps enhance penetration of other actives.
2. 1% Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid: Helps inhibit melanin transfer. Shown in-vivo to be comparable to 2% kojic acid in diminishing the appearance of discolorations.
3. Vitamin E (alpha tocopherol): 0.5% Ellagic Acid: Helps block excess melanin. Shown in-vivo to reduce dark spots and skin discolorations as published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology*.
4. 5% Yeast Extract: Helps enhance skin's resistance against new and reoccurring pigment.

Use products such as Phloretin CF daily along with Spf 50 ( broad spectrum)

Acne Prevention Tips.

Having acne-prone skin can present a daily challenge. But there are plenty of different treatment options available to prevent and control breakouts.

Clean your skin properly daily

It is important to keep your skin clean by washing it daily. The goal is to remove any dead skin, makeup and impurities that have accumulated throughout the day. Gently massage the cleanser suited to your skin type and rinse with warm water. To avoid further irritation and inflammation, especially during a breakout, use a mild cleanser. Avoid scrubbing your skin, which will spread bacteria, by using your clean hands or a fresh, soft white face cloth, then rinse and towel dry with your own towel.

Minimise the use of makeup & hair products

Let your pores breathe… Especially during a breakout! You may be tempted to cover up blemishes, but it can worsen the existing acne. If you decide to wear makeup, try to use oil-free cosmetics without added dyes or chemicals. Additionally, your hair products can have a similar effect on your complexion. Avoid using fragrances, oils and harsh chemicals on your hair as they can fall onto your face and block the pores. For longer hair, simply keep it pulled back off your face. As always, be sure to cleanse your skin before you go bed whenever you wear any product or not.

Keep your hands off!

This may sound simple enough, but may be one of the hardest to accomplish. It’s amazing how often we touch our face and skin throughout the day. Steer clear of propping your chin or cheek on your hands or avoid touching your face in general. Pressing against skin cells can not only spread bacteria, but it can further irritate already inflamed skin. And never pick or squeeze pimples with your fingers. It can lead to further infection, worse breakouts and even scarring. Keep your hands clean and off your face.

Use over-the-counter acne products with care

Though effective, over-the-counter acne products contain the antibacterial agent benzoyl peroxide, which can cause peeling and drying of the skin. Any active ingredients can also cause redness and scaling for those with sensitive skin. Use these ointments with caution by applying small amounts at first and adjusting as needed.

Skinceutical’s answer to acne.

·        Blemish + age cleansing gel - Exfoliating cleanser for ageing skin prone to imperfections - Designed for ageing skin prone to breakouts, LHA Cleansing Gel combines potent cleansing agents with LHA, glycolic acid and salicylic acid to exfoliate, smooth the appearance of irregularities and brighten skin.

·        Blemish + age solution is an exfoliating toner for ageing skin prone to blemishes. Designed for ageing skin prone to imperfections, Blemish + Age Solution is formulated with a combination of 3 exfoliating agents to help remove excess residue and surface cells.

·        Blemish and age serum is a targeted, oil-free approach to target imperfections and address the visible signs of premature skin ageing. This acid blend combines 2% dioic acid with an optimal alpha- and beta-hydroxy acid formulation designed to help protect against the appearance of imperfections, minimise blemishes, and help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

·        Clarifying clay masque-Deep pore-cleansing, skin-refining clay masque. This non-drying masque combines earth clays kaolin and bentonite, botanicals and minerals. It helps sooth and calm the skin; along with hydroxy acid blend.

Live Healthy!

One of the best things you can do for yourself, and your skin, is to live a healthier lifestyle. How you eat and treat your body is directly related to how you look and feel. Foods rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene are essential to healthy skin. Including more fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains to your diet will help you look and feel great. Additionally, exercising regularly can reduce stress and enhance blood flow which contributes to other acne fighting regimens. Avoid wearing hats and similarly constrictive clothing that cause excessive sweating, which can increase skin irritation and bacteria. And again, always shower after sports to clear your pores.

Acne can be a common occurrence for many people, but adding some of these tips into your daily skin care routine can result in less breakouts and healthier skin.Avoid overstripping your skin with harsh ingredients as they will have a negative affect.
 Treatments such as LED light therapy, Jet Peels, Salicylic peel can all help to heal acne.

 If severe acne continues to plague you do not hesitate to call a doctor or dermatologist as prescription medication may be necessary.

Dry Skin

Dry skin is very often an issue as the weather gets colder and the heating in your home and work will be blasting causing dehydration of the skin and hair.

But it does not have to be, in fact there is a lot you can do to prevent dry skin conditions.

Look for some of these ingredients in your products as they can make a difference in the way your skin looks and feels.

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Not all dryness, redness, and irritation of the skin is created equal.

 

If you feel like you're constantly trying to soothe skin issues, you're not alone. Cleansing religiously, exfoliating too often, and topping it all off with a generous layering of strong anti-aging products are just a few of the things that send your complexions into a tailspin. Increasing stress and environmental allergies also make skin more prone to problems.

Despite countless products labelled "for sensitive skin" on shop shelves, treating a sensitive complexion isn't a one-size-fits-all affair. "Sensitive" products that work well for your friend's skin could just as easily wreak havoc on yours, so it's important to get beyond the general label and figure out what's really irritating your skin.

·       Your kin is taut and itchy - It might mean your cleanser is too drying. It's the number one culprit behind unnecessary irritation. Avoid ingredients such as sodium lauryl sulfate and ammonium laureth sulphate, harsh detergents commonly used in facial cleansers and soaps that break down the natural lipids in skin. When this happens, it's like a double whammy. Little invisible cracks in the skin form, causing moisture to seep out and allowing irritants in. Suddenly, other products in your routine that didn't irritate your skin before might now.

Try using a gentle cream cleanser such as Cetaphil – you will get this at your Pharmacy, OR Camomile cleanser by Eminence Organic Skincare available at the salon and spa. These will both allow your skin to maintain moisture levels.

 

 

·       Your skin is  sensitive, burning and stinging It might mean: Anti-ageing product overload. Packing too many anti-ageing ingredients into your routine can make skin sensitive as it can affect the skins natural barrier. The more products you use, the greater chance one won't agree with your skin." Second, mixing different anti-ageing ingredients, like retinoids and alpha hydroxy acids—both of which work by sloughing off dead, dull cells to reveal healthier and more youthful skin underneath—means that you're essentially exfoliating twice, which can seriously strip skin and increase the potential for irritation.

Try to stick with a good quality antioxidant vitamin C serum per day and a moisturiser fortified with anti-ageing ingredients. Those that include ingredients that builds up skin's barrier, like hyaluronic or peptides.

·       Your skin is prone to blushing and flushing, sometimes accompanied by tiny red pimples. It might mean that you have rosacea. Characterised by blood vessels that swell and produce redness at the slightest agitation—from cold, heat, wind, stress, or spicy foods—the condition traditionally develops after age 30. The exact cause is still unknown, and specific triggers differ for everyone. What experts do know: A liberal, daily application of an SPF 30 is a must. Sun exposure breaks down the supportive structures, like collagen, around blood vessels, exacerbating redness. Watch your sugar intake as this may make the redness worse.

 

Apply Redness neutraliser serum by Skinceutical-Formulated with patent-pending NeuroMed Complex, Redness Neutralizer prevents and corrects redness associated with rosacea by combating environmental triggers and interrupting the inflammation cascade while protecting the skin’s barrier.Minimises redness flare-ups by controlling hyper-reactivity to environmental triggersCools skin temperature, so  ideal for rosacea as well as sensitive skin types and conditions sunscreen daily to prevent symptoms from getting worse.



                                                                         

Sensitive skin often can not tolerate chemical UV filters, like avobenzone, but physical blockers titanium dioxide and zinc oxide protect without irritation. Try Skinceutical mineral based sun barriers.

For serious, persistent rosacea, see your dermatologist, who can recommend the right treatment for your skin.

 

                 ·       Your  skin is scaly  with   rough patches on the skin

It might mean: You're having an eczema flare-up. When working properly, the top layer of skin acts like a strong film that seals in hydration and protects deeper layers of skin. Eczema-prone complexions suffer from a faulty skin barrier that allows water to easily escape, leading to extreme dryness and flakiness. When irritants like smoke and fragrances then settle on skin, immune cells rush to the area to respond, triggering inflammation. Though 90% of people are diagnosed before the age of five, with symptoms often fading during childhood, eczema is a chronic condition that may make you more prone to dryness and irritation at any age.

To enhance skin's resilience, apply a humectant-based moisturiser after cleansing while skin is still moist. Drink lots of water and take fish oils.

The Jet Age Reverse facial

This A list facial is certainly the facial of the future which shows immediate results and  is unique to Nuala Woulfe Beauty Salons. Your facial starts with a thorough cleanse and exfoliation with saline to comfortably and effectively remove surface layers of dead cells that adversely impact on your skin’s natural lustre. It also hydrates your skin through a gentle, moisturising jet stream that cools and comforts your skin. Then using the jet we use a 10% glycolic peel to rejuvenate and brighten the skin. Serums that specifically target your skin issues including sun damage, blackheads and whiteheads, enlarged pores, acne, brown spots, uneven skin tone, and early aging fine lines and wrinkles are administered by the JetPeel by means of mesotherapy where micro droplets of the serum are infused deep dermis to recharge and revitalise these cells thus helping your body to produce new collagen for true A-List Facial. The best part, it’s not just a quick-fix-it procedure. This facial improves the quality of your skin, actually helping to making it healthy. You will then receive a really relaxing  & rejuvenating muscle lifting massage.
The unique facial resurfacing procedure thoroughly cares for your skin, providing cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, and hydration all while infusing antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. This unique facial is a non-invasive, non-surgical procedure that delivers instant results with no discomfort or downtime. The procedure is soothing, moisturising, non-irritating and immediately effective.

The Original Jet Peel Hydro-Dermabrasion Facial has been a favourite pre-red carpet treatment for the stars and is even enjoyed by the prince of Monaco! It has also been featured on Fox, NBC, ABC, CBS The Doctors TV Show, Allure magazine, Essence magazine, In Style Wedding Simply lay back and relax whilst getting completely pampered, and you leave with a reinvigorated and refreshed appearance.

It is particularly good for when you’ve got a special date coming up – whether that is a wedding, birthday party or holiday – book your Jet Age Reverse Facial for effective skin rejuvenation results.
€165