Pregnancy Skincare: What you need to know

Pregnancy Skincare: What you need to know

When you are pregnant your whole world changes. It is not just your body that undergoes transformation, but your skin also responds to your body’s changing hormones while you grow and nurture your little bundle of joy. Some mums-to-be may well get that legendary...
Menopause & the Skin

Menopause & the Skin

The adrenal glands and ovaries of postmenopausal women secrete increased androgens. These hormones, in the absence of estrogens, cause some menopausal symptoms, such as voice deepening, breakouts and facial hair, particularly on the chin. Estrogen is key for the...
What is Paramedical Skincare?

What is Paramedical Skincare?

Put simply, the term ‘paramedical’ can relate to a service that supports medical work and is provided by professionals outside the realm of fully qualified doctors. With the booming business of the beauty industry, the savvy consumer, and the abundance of skin issues...
Why you need to add face masques to your skincare routine  

Why you need to add face masques to your skincare routine  

Applying a masque on a regular basis (weekly) assists in the cleansing of your pores and the removal of any impurities sitting on the surface of your skin. Whilst most of us cleanse daily, applying a masque every week simply takes cleansing to another level. You’ll...
Why we need zinc?

Why we need zinc?

Most people don’t have optimal levels of this critical nutrient. You might not be getting enough zinc, especially if you: Are highly stressed. Stress and anxiety itself lowers zinc levels because the body rapidly uses up zinc in times of stress. Are male. Men require...
Do You Need A Gut Detox?

Do You Need A Gut Detox?

For decades health practitioners have been recommending gut cleanses to enhance their patient’s health and well-being. But this clinical concept has been given a bad rap from cleanses that promise a quick fix but don’t give the body the nutrients they need. When done...