Dry Skin

Dry skin is common. It happens more often in the winter when cold air outside and heated air inside cause low humidity.

Hair Care

November 25, 2015 By Alexandra Matkevich

As much as people worry about the appearance and health of their skin, so do people worry about the health of their hair. Hair (and the scalp) comes in as many varieties as skin type, condition and colour. Just as we have a unique prescription for our skincare, each unique head of hair needs special care. General Tips Whatever hair type you have, it is important to follow a few basic principles to keep your hair and scalp in good health. These … [Read more...]

Embarrassing skin conditions for kids and teens

October 14, 2015 By Alexandra Matkevich

Children and teenagers are not immune to acute or chronic skin conditions. Children can experience teasing because of visible skin conditions, or might feel embarrassed when symptoms first develop and they might not speak up. Paediatric dermatologists specialise in children’s dermatology and dermatologists see teenager and adults. Give reassurance Reassure your child that if they ever feel sick or something isn’t the same as usual, they can … [Read more...]

Skincare for Aging Skin

May 1, 2015 By @entwellbeing

As you age, your skin changes. It becomes thinner, and loses some of the underlying fat, losing its previous smooth, plump appearance. Years of sunlight can lead to age spots, dryness or wrinkles. However, there are many ways in which you can protect your skin so that it will look and feel better. Making Wrinkles Less Apparent Over time, your skin will begin to wrinkle. Environmental things like UV light from our sun make your skin less … [Read more...]

Could Simple Hydration be the Fountain of Youth?

February 6, 2015 By @entwellbeing

Do you suffer from dry, dull, and/or sagging skin? You might be using all the right products – cleansers, exfoliants, toners, moisturisers, serums, etc. – but your skin still feels less than lovely. You might be thinking, as you half-heartedly put on your day cream, that not all that glitters is gold. Your products make alot of claims, but they don’t really show a lot of results. Have you been fooled into spending your money on products that just … [Read more...]

6 Free Tricks for Healthy Skin

February 2, 2015 By @entwellbeing

6 Free Tricks for Healthy Skin – They Don’t Call It Beauty Rest for Nothing! You may have seen a number of advertisements on TV and online however you would think that you need a second job and a third mortgage to pay for it. At the end of the day we all want beautiful, clear, youthful skin. Fortunately, that is not the case at all. You don’t have to spend a fortune on skin care and beauty supplies, appointments, and injections to look and … [Read more...]

Skincare for Kids

October 24, 2014 By @entwellbeing

With their optimal health and youthful complexions, a lot of adults forget that there are benefits to providing skincare for children. While the most obvious thing to do is to apply sunscreen, there is more to the story. Simple Steps for Skincare for Children When we are young we have ample amounts of elastin, collagen and fat to ensure that our bodies function properly. We usually have great circulation and this accounts for the healthy glow … [Read more...]

Benefits of Using Moisturiser

August 14, 2014 By @entwellbeing

Most of us know that soft skin is often going to look healthier and more youthful than skin that is dry and left to its own devices. However, is that the only benefit of using moisturiser? Actually, there is more to the story then just looking good. Moisturiser is also a good way of reducing any malfunctions in the skin due to things like sun exposure or even sun damage. Considering the Use of Moisturiser So, there are two key benefits of … [Read more...]

Care for Your Skin in Every Weather

August 12, 2014 By @entwellbeing

Care for Your Skin in Every Season While most people don’t immediately think of their skin as an organ, it has many functions. It holds the nerves that provide your sense of touch, regulates temperature and keeps out germs. It can also be very sensitive to certain kinds of damage. It is important to keep your skin healthy so that it can keep you healthy. Here are some essential tips to taking care of your skin. Winter In the winter, the … [Read more...]

Diet and Healthy Skin

June 24, 2014 By Belinda Elwin

Unfortunately there is limited evidence surrounding food and its benefits to skin health. However, it makes sense that to have a healthy outside, you need to start with a healthy inside! Many of the possible benefits of nutrients to the skin are discussed below. Whilst some of them have been difficult to validate, they can certainly help towards achieving radiant skin and good health. Keep hydrated This is a big one! So many of us don’t drink … [Read more...]

With Facial Oils, Everything Old Is New Again

May 16, 2014 By Alexandra Matkevich

Did your grandmother swear that the same olive oil she used to cook with was her secret for eternal youth? She might not have been too far off the (skin) mark. For a long time, women have been using various types of natural oils as moisturising treatments. Apothecary-style oils have long been present in quality moisturising creams, but they’re every bit as effective when used on their own or as a component in home beauty treatments. They’re … [Read more...]