Skin Concerns

Acne, often controlled by hormones, is a skin condition where the sebaceous glands found near the surface of the skin produce too much sebum which mixes with dead skin cells blocking the skins follicles and pores. Besides causing bumps such as blackheads and whiteheads, these plugged follicles can become infected by bacteria causing papules, pustules, nodules or cysts.

Regular exfoliation is needed to clear the pores of excess sebum and debris as well as products that regulate sebum production, restore your skin barrier and microbiome, and that stimulate cellular regeneration.

As we age collagen and elastin break down in the skin, causing it to become looser and more prone to wrinkling. Our skin also becomes thinner with less volume and we begin to notice age spots, fine lines and dryness. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, and some lifestyle habits, such as smoking and drinking alcohol, break down collagen further. 

Products containing active ingredients should be introduced as early as possible in order to slow down the visible effects of ageing and preserve your skins youthfulness.

Sluggish blood circulation in the skin capillaries under and around the eye cause the capillaries to become clogged resulting in a lack of oxygen as well as increased inflammation. This results in a break down in collagen and elastin around the eye and the development of visible dark circles and eye puffiness. Dark circles under the eye can also be caused by pigmentation, particularly in darker skin. The main causes of dark circles and puffiness are lack of sleep, dehydration, genetics, ageing thinner skin, eyestrain, sun overexposure, allergies and anaemia. It is important to use a good eye treatment that addresses all these issues simultaneously.

Our skin constantly sheds dead cells, but if the process isn’t working efficiently, your complexion can take on a lacklustre, tired, unhealthy appearance that emphasizes fine lines, wrinkles and other blemishes. There are several reasons for dull, tired skin the most common being dehydration, little or no exfoliation, little or no moisturizing, diet and stress. 

Often associated with oily skin, enlarged pores are caused by excessive sebum, decreased elasticity around the pores and an increase in hair follicle volume. With proper treatment the appearance of enlarged pores can be reduced.

As we age our skin gradually loses its elasticity which is its ability to stretch and bounce back into place displaying visible signs of sagging and wrinkles. Our skin's elasticity is what gives us plump, healthy-looking skin. Introducing anti-ageing skin care products will help eliminate some of the visible effects of ageing and restore vitality to your skin.

Pigmentation disorders refer to the uneven over production of the skin’s pigment called melanin. These disorders occur when the melanin producing cells become damaged, unhealthy, sun-damaged or are triggered by hormones.

Sensitivity and redness are often the result of broken blood vessels, an impaired skin barrier and inflammatory skin conditions that result in a red and irritated looking skin. It is important to treat your skin with products that sooth your skin and reduce inflammation. 

South African woman have significantly more advanced signs of skin ageing at a younger age than in other parts of the world and this is due to excess sun exposure and a harsher climate. The sun damages your skin by changing the structure of proteins in your skin making it less supple and elastic, accelerating the loss of volume which causes wrinkles and bagginess as well as pigmentation and uneven skin tone.