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Longer days, brighter skies, salty air, sea breezes, sandy beaches, holidays, pink sunsets, floaty dresses, colourful gardens, the smell of food sizzling on the BBQ, Rosé all day. All these fabulous things that bring so much joy mean one thing………SUMMER is finally here!!!
Now, let’s stay SUN SAFE while we enjoy all these glorious things and keep our lobsters on the BBQ and not on our bodies!!!!
May is skin cancer awareness month. Did you know, skin cancer is one of the highest rates of cancer in Ireland. We are on a mission to help reduce those rates.
Here’s some of our TOP TIPS to stay Sun Safe this summer.
AHA means Alpha Hydroxy Acid. AHA’s are of natural or synthetic origin.
They are a kind of very powerful exfoliator referred to as “Chemical exfoliation”.
They smooth the skin by removing its dead cells, bringing on an immediate healthy glowing effect.
In addition to this keratolytic/cell renewal effect, each has a complementary action.
There are a total of 6 acids in the AHA family.
Self-Care takes many forms but ultimately, it’s the process of looking after you.
Born in the middle of a global pandemic, the Secret Essence Self Care Suite, brought us back to our original roots. We once again look to a more holistic approach at living, looking after ourselves from the inside out. Take time to appreciate who we are, what we are and what we can become. Nourish our souls, understand our thoughts, calm our minds and treat our bodies.
MASKNE - Professionally categorised and known as “Acne Mechanica”.
It is a type of acne caused by excessive friction and pressure on the skin. It has always been with us but as a result of the current pandemic it developed a specific localised sub category which has become very prevalent.
It’s nickname – Maskne.
It tends to form around the areas of your face covered by protective masks. It is becoming more common as we fight against COVID-19
Quite often in the clinic, when we are discussing your home regime at consultation stage, we discuss the basics. By basics, I mean your cleanse, serum, moisturise in the morning and double cleanse, serum moisturise at night. It’s a three-step regime, very simple and basic but hugely important to maintain a healthy skin.
It is vital for your skin to do a basic Cleanse, Tone & Moisturise routine on your skin morning and evening & not to forget to use your eye care product at these ties also. Exfoliation and extra hydration of our skin should be done on a weekly basis. You will see amazing results with very little effort!
Another friend of mine has just put her wedding “on hold” thanks to Covid 19. She is most certainly not alone if the photos popping up on my Facebook feed are anything to go by, have you seen them too?