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Understanding Skin

Facial Blemishes: Causes and types of pigmentation

Experiencing spots on the skin is a common condition with various causes, such as genetic factors, sun exposure, other skin conditions, infections, or medication. Although spots on the face do not usually indicate anything serious, it is important to understand stand them, as they may need to be treated.
24 Jun 2024
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Morning vs. Evening Skincare Routines

Have you ever wondered when you should apply an antioxidant, or been unsure of what time to use retinol? Read on to find out how your morning and evening skincare routine should differ and the most important steps to include.
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How to manage ageing skin

Skin ageing is caused by two main processes; intrinsic, or chronological (natural), and extrinsic, or environmental (atmospheric), they both contribute to the visible signs you may see on your skin, such as fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness, and discolouration. The process of skin ageing is inevitable, but understanding how and why it happens can help you manage the signs of skin ageing more effectively and help you better select an anti-ageing cream or serum and other anti-ageing solutions to improve skin’s overall health and appearance.
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What Is Extrinsic Ageing?

Skin ageing is an area of importance, not only because it is the most obvious sign of the ageing process, but also because it represents a visual indication for one’s overall health. Ageing of the skin, though, is not solely dependent on ‘age’, for example your skin age can differ considerably to your actual age and this is because there are several other factors which contribute to skin ageing. These factors fall into either intrinsic or extrinsic categories1. Extrinsic ageing is a result of lifestyle and environmental factors. Intrinsic ageing on the other hand is a genetically determined, naturally occurring process.

Nasolabial folds: How can you get rid of them easily?

Nasolabial folds are the creases that run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth, and is a natural wrinkle that appears as we age following a decline in collagen levels. In this article, we will explain the causes of nasolabial folds and give some tips on how you can reduce the appearance of them naturally.
08 May 2024
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Skincare Q&A

We recently held a live Skin Schools chat via our Skinceuticals Instagram page to answer some of your most pressing skincare questions. From how to calm angry, red skin, to which cleanser to use to improve blemishes, here’s a selection of some of the most common questions from the live Q&A.
The Importance Of Sleep For Our Skin

The Importance Of Sleep For Our Skin

Life is busy. There are plenty of things to keep our days and nights occupied, and often not enough hours in the day to complete our to-do lists, regardless of what is on them. But have you considered the importance of the hours in the night, when your body also has a long to-do list? How do you feel about sleep? What impact does it have on you, internally and externally?
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How To Choose The Right Face Moisturiser

A face moisturiser helps to prevent dryness and moisture loss in skin. A properly formulated moisturiser can deliver long-lasting hydration to help support skin’s natural barrier for protection against external aggressors. It is also an important step in prepping skin for makeup application. Face moisturisers are available in the form of serums, creams and facial masks.
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Pre-Wedding Skincare for Brides

Radiance is what defines a bride. But it’s not just about being happy or having a great make-up artist. It’s about having fabulous skincare too. And for that, leading dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto, author of the Skin Care Bible, says you need to start at least six months before your big day. Here she talks to us about what you need to do to achieve radiant skin - and advises on what not to do. By Dr Anjali Mahto
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Best Skinceuticals moisturiser for mature skin

We reveal the best SkinCeuticals moisturisers for mature skin types.
Moisturising is a vital step in every skincare routine as it helps the skin’s protective barrier to stay healthy while locking in essential oils and lipids. It also becomes even more important as the skin ages as natural moisture levels start to deplete and ageing signs become more noticeable. Here we reveal the best SkinCeuticals moisturisers for mature skin types and the clinically proven results to expect.
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Skincare Routine for Combination Skin

Combination skin, which is both dry and oily in different areas, is common but can be tricky to deal with. This skin concern is typically characterised by an oily T-zone on the forehead, nose and chin (prone to enlarged pores and pimples), coupled with a dry cheek area. Variations on this include oiliness around the nose and center of the forehead or dryness around the hairline and jawline. To some extent everyone has a degree of combination skin, with a slightly oilier nose, for example.
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Understanding Hyperpigmentation and Pigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is a relatively common, harmless skin condition that manifests on skin as darker patches or uneven skin tone and is caused by a range of factors. Follow our guide to find out more about the causes and how to visibly improve uneven skin tone.
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How to Care for Dry Skin

Dry skin is generally an inherited skin condition and is most often recognised by scaling, itching and flaking. Dry skin usually occurs because the outer layer of the skin does not contain enough oil to hold in moisture. Harsh environmental conditions like cold weather or heat can exacerbate symptoms.