June 2018

Winter weather is in full swing! For most of us, this means trying to stay warm and cozy while battling dry skin. But, for others, this time of year brings the additional challenge of combating flair ups of eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. And if you think these skin conditions get worse in the winter, no, you’re not crazy. These conditions CAN actually worsen when the temperature drops! A study published in Australian Skin Journal looked at 5,468 psoriasis patients and 9,301 acne patients and found that most office visits took place during colder weather. Don’t worry, Beauty Mates! I’m here to guide you through all your winter skincare woes and help you with some of my top tips for treating eczema, psoriasis, and

Source: Personalised Beauty&Skincare What is microneedling all about? Microneedling or micro-needling is a process that involves using needles to puncture hundreds of tiny holes in the skin (yes, seriously). It may seem like the newest trend in beauty skincare, but it’s actually been around and evolving for over 50 years! Fans of the microneedle claim it treats everything from wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and dull skin to issues such as scars, stretch marks, and cellulite – although results are still dubious on that last one, so don’t get your hopes up. However, in a 2009 study, 37 patients underwent microneedling procedures to treat atrophic facial scars (those sunken scars that result from acne, chicken pox, etc.). NCBI After several professional treatments, over 80% of the