In today’s society, our busy work/life schedule gives us little time to relax and recharge. This can lead to both physical and mental problems. These include thing such as fatigue, low immune system, low mood or anxiety and increased stress levels. IV vitamin infusion therapy help to combat these aliments, but can also do so much more. The main vitamin use in most IV drips is vitamin B12. But why is this specific B vitamin so important to regulate our…
This month, Stephanie Parkes, our resident beauty lecturer and avid Environ user, has shared her thoughts on Enviorn’s AVST moisturising range. ” Since I have started using Environ as a brand, my skin has improved massively. I can honestly say this is one skincare range you should invest in. Environ uses a “Step Up System” to ensure you slowly increase the amount of vitamin A you applying to your skin. This means your skin acclimatizes gradually to the levels of…
The Power of LED Light Therapy We have long used LED light therapy in various industries for many different uses, but recently it has become very popular within the cosmetics industry. The power that LED light has on biological skin tissue is endless, and can treat a multitude of conditions. However, the best thing about LED light therapy is that out of 1700 published clinical trials, there where no reported side effects whatsoever. LED light therapy works by using the…
The Skin Healing Process Wound healing is an intricate process where the skin repairs itself after injury. In normal skin, the epidermis and dermis exist in a steady-state equilibrium, forming a protective barrier against the external environment. Once the protective barrier is broken, the process of wound healing is immediately set in motion. The classic model of wound healing is divided into three or four sequential, yet overlapping, phases: Hemostasis Inflammation Proliferation Remodeling Upon injury to the skin, a set of complex biochemical events takes place…
In 2017, Beautec was introduced to Jett Plasma Medical Fibroblast Lift. Yes, that is a mouthful, but what an amazing treatment we thought and have introduced it to our clinic and academy. In a nutshell, plasma fibroblast therapy is the closest thing to a face lift. And I don’t know about you, but I’d rather not go under the knife and have months of healing to do. The Jett Plasma Medical device is without doubt, the best plasma device on…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9590″ img_size=”full” label=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How can I avoid premature aging? Wrinkles, altered pigmentation and loss of skin tone. We associate these changes with skin aging. Age-related skin changes are the results of genetically-programmed changes (intrinsic factors) and environmental wear-and-tear on the skin (extrinsic factors). However, extrinsic factors cause more pronounced changes. Changes associated with skin aging: [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”9601″ img_size=”full” label=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How can I control skin aging? An effective line of skincare defense will help control ROS, MMPs and AGEs that…
Alpha Hydroxy Acid… What is it good for? Fact: The skin is naturally slightly acidic, with a pH 4.5. So here’s for the science… The acid mantle layer is an invisible protective layer over the skin. It stops the growth of bacteria on the skin’s surface, which can lead to acne. It’s made up of 50% natural skin oils and 50% sweat. However, without this protection skins can become prone to break out, and in some cases, severe acne.…
The new make-up ‘must have’ is definitely highlighters and with so many different options to choose, how do you know which one is right for you. Here is our Beautec top 6 list for highlighters of 2019 Bobbi Brown – Brightening Finishing Powder – Porcelain Pearl This all-over powder instantly illuminates and gives skin a healthy-looking glow. You can use it all over the face or to highlight the cheek bones, brow and nose. Tried and Tested: This is great…
Did you know that from the age of 25 your skin starts its natural ageing process? This is when collagen and elastin production starts to diminish. We start to see the first signs of fine lines appearing. We know that we start to age, due to the lack of collagen and elastin in the skin as we get older. However, with anti-aging, in both men and women, being at the top of their beauty agendas; the big questions are what…
What are Microneedling Treatments? Well that short version, microneedling treatments produce collagen and elastin in the skin, sometimes called Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and it can reverse the signs of ageing, treat scaring (including acne scars) and reduce pigmentation. So some of you may still be sceptical, so here are the result… I know, its amazing. So how does it work and when can I book in, I hear you cry! Well microneedling is a minimally invasive skin rejuvenation technique…