The Ultimate Guide to Vitamin A for Your Skin When it comes to skincare, few ingredients are as powerful and transformative as Vitamin A. Known for its ability to smooth wrinkles, clear acne, and brighten skin, Vitamin A is a must-have in any skincare routine. However, with so many different…

It’s an “A” for Vitamin A In the realm of skincare, few ingredients rival the transformative power of Vitamin A. Despite its reputation for delivering remarkable benefits, concerns about potential skin reactions often deter people from embracing it fully. Understanding the science behind Vitamin A and its myriad advantages can…

Understanding Telangiectasia and Reticular Veins Telangiectasia and reticular veins are common vascular conditions that affect many people, often appearing on the legs and face. Understanding the difference between these two conditions is crucial for effective treatment. Telangiectasia: Telangiectasia, often referred to as spider veins, are small, dilated blood vessels near…

What is LED Technology? Light Emitting Diode (LED) technology is a revolutionary form of lighting that uses semiconductors to emit light when an electric current passes through them. Unlike traditional incandescent or fluorescent bulbs, LEDs do not rely on filaments or gas to produce illumination. Instead, they operate through electroluminescence,…

 It’s that time of the year again when we reflect on the past year and look forward to the future. As another year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible milestones and moments that have defined my journey. Without sounding like a negative Nelly, it would…

Everything You Need to Know About Hyperpigmentation Professional Skincare Everything You Need to Know About Hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition that leads to patches of skin becoming darker than the surrounding areas. This darkening happens due to an excess of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. While…

The Transformative Power of Vitamins Professional Skincare Unveiling Radiant Skin: The Transformative Power of Vitamins in Professional Skincare Vitamins have become essential components of skincare, moving beyond trends to deliver genuine, transformative benefits. Integrating vitamins into skincare routines not only promotes skin health but also addresses a broad spectrum of…

Understanding Broken Capillaries Causes, Appearance, and Laser Treatment   Broken capillaries,  are a common skin concern that can affect people of all ages and skin types. These tiny, dilated blood vessels appear just beneath the surface of the skin and can cause cosmetic distress for those who have them. In…

Unraveling the Mysteries of Picoseconds: A Glimpse into the World of Ultra-Fast Time  In the realm of science and technology, time is often measured in increments that seem impossibly small to our everyday experiences. One such minuscule unit of time is the picosecond, a term that may sound unfamiliar to…

Paradoxical Hair Growth On occasion I have had a handful of clients new to Skindevour advise that they have had laser hair removal before, and their hair has grown back even worse than it was before.  Can this happen???  The answer is yes! A notable and underreported side effect of…

That’s a wrap! Highlights of 2022 On the 29th of November, a memory came up on my Facebook account.  It was a memory of the Grand Opening Party I held when I opened my first clinic four years ago.  This caused me to reflect on what has been an extraordinary…

Laser Hair Removal – Permanent Hair Removal or Hair Reduction? One of the most common questions clients ask is whether Laser Hair Removal is permanent.  The answer is not necessarily black and white.  For some it does largely result in permanent hair removal however others may just experience a significant…

Acanthosis Nigricans Never heard of this one before?  There are a lot of skin conditions that people will commonly describe by what they see but much of the time, a condition will have a specific name and a specific cause. Acanthosis nigricans can often be described as melasma as it…

What’s the real cost? Many of my clients will be aware that on July 22nd, my 52nd birthday, I was fortunate enough to give myself the greatest gift – I settled on a recent property purchase. This significant purchase bought me feelings of great elation and I was on cloud…

What’s serving you well? Last month I graduated from university for the second time. It was a great event filled with all the pomp and circumstance you would ordinarily expect. This qualification was no easy feat having completed a course that was supposed to be 12 months in duration and…

What’s in a label? Skin care and beauty products is an enormous industry so it’s difficult to navigate your way around the various products and ingredients and whether they will work for you and your skin. In a recent survey I conducted on Instagram, most respondents (84%) knew that products…

How COVID Saved Me   Undeniably COVID has seen much despair and disruption to many people’s lives. A number of my clients have lost loved ones in the most tragic of ways where trauma has been experienced alongside grief. Others have had their income significantly reduced through the enforced closures…

This Time Last Year Do you remember what you were doing this time last year? I certainly do! On 1st April I had left my clinic early for the day as I had a meeting with the school that evening. Luckily I did and luckily it was also on Monday,…

Ageing Gracefully vs. Ageing Well “Ageing gracefully” is often used as a euphemism to describe women who choose to grow older and embrace the natural signs of ageing without undergoing any aesthetic procedures to help them maintain their looks. We all know that getting older is inevitable and while you…

Why Should I [Skin] Care? It’s a good question. If you had of asked me this 18 months ago I would probably have said the normal … wash, tone moisturize to keep you looking young and prevent ageing. Nothing more. And sure, the outcome of looking after your skin may…

When the Stars Align Very early on in my career I learnt the importance of organisational alignment. What is organisational alignment I hear you say? By dictionary definition, an organisation is a group of people with a particular purpose and, alignment is a position of agreement. So in very simplistic…

Bootylicious Downunder In my recent article about instant gratification, I talked about my weight gain since opening the clinic and set myself a goal to be under 70kg by 18 July. Well I thought it was time for an update … I’m pleased to say (if I must say so…

Paying it Forward Recently on my holiday in Lombok I learned of an amazing story of Paying it Forward. Pictured here with me is Sonya. Sonya was born and raised in Kuta, Lombok. Her family were unable to afford to send her to school, so at 8 years old she…

Let’s talk about men! Personally, I’ve always liked men – they are not complex, say it how it is, are able to forgive fast, don’t compete with each other, have an air of naughtiness and are generally always fun and easy to be around! But when I look at my…

Keeping it Simple As a new participant in this industry, I want to share what I’ve learned along the way, in simple terms, so you can get a greater understanding of why skin health should be a priority in your whole wellness program. The first and most simple is product.…

Instant Gratification As humans we are hardwired to want things and in this day, our preoccupation with consumerism has a lot to answer for…. It’s when we want it and we want it NOW! It’s called instant gratification. I think the most noteworthy example of our desire for instant gratification…

Is the customer always right? I’ve worked in retail for many years but that has largely been behind the scenes in the store support centres. Now that I’m working at the coalface and directly with customers, I ponder the question is the customer always right? Don’t get me wrong, I…

April Fools Day As most of us know, 1 April is an annual celebration commemorated by practical jokes and hoaxes. So you would forgive me for thinking that centre management was playing a practical joke when I received a call on that day at 5.10pm telling me that a car…

Clean and Green Clean and green have become two common words in our vernacular of recent times, and not for their original meaning. Clean has become the word to use for products, production and foods that are attempting to eliminate toxins and questionable ingredients and going green is making more…