Yes indeed, kick off 2023 with a Dermapen treatment.

Not only has microneedling become a firm favourite for those looking to smooth their complexions, but it has many other dermatological applications. Among the latter are: pigmentary issues such as dyschromia and melasma, acne scars, surgical scars and stretch marks.

Considered a non-invasive procedure, microneedling has very few side effects. Most patients will experience some redness, swelling and skin flaking. However, symptoms typically resolve one to two days after treatment.

An ideal option

The treatment’s absence of heat and relative speed make it an ideal option for treating skin imperfections across large areas of the face and body. Due to diminished blood supply on certain areas of the body, microneedling comes to the rescue. Reason being, that it doesn’t require prolonged healing.

Wrinkles around the mouth

According to dermatologists, perioral rhytides (wrinkles around the mouth) are notoriously difficult to treat. That’s because of their prominent and sensitive location. But once again, Dermapen microneedling is the treatment of choice for many dermatologists.

Generally, microneedling sessions are recommended at two-week to monthly intervals until you get the desired clinical result. To treat acne and surgical scars, 3 to 5 treatments at 2- to 4-week intervals typically produce improvements from 50% to 70%. And the good news is, it can be used on all skin colours.

By and large, the frequency of microneedling depends on the severity of the treated area. With each treatment you see fewer scars or wrinkles.

The results

Results always differ from person to person. But generally, people see an improvement after the third treatment. This is ascribed to the lag time for collagen production and remodelling.

After you’ve achieved the desired result, we recommend a maintenance microneedling session once a year. But importantly, always be religious about applying good sun protection daily to maintain results.

Important though is not to use skin products with active ingredients for the first number of days post-treatment.

In short, microneedling is a game-changer for many people. The cost is relatively low, it’s less aggressive and has good cosmetic outcomes. So kick off 2023 with a Dermapen treatment.

The importance of eye creams is that you can effectively treat many symptoms of ageing. These include: dark circles under the eyes; eye wrinkles; puffy eyes; and eye bags.

Expensive moisturisers?

Even so, many people wonder whether eye creams are simply more expensive moisturisers in a smaller package. Not necessarily. Eye creams are formulated specifically for the delicate skin around the eye, so they tend to be thicker. They contain more oil than facial moisturisers and usually feature active ingredients aimed at the problems we experience around the eyes.

The skin around the eyes is more fragile, more prone to dryness and quicker to show age and fatigue. Squinting and constant movement of the eyes also hasten the appearance of lines and wrinkles. This process starts in your twenties. In addition, fluids collect under the eyes, resulting in puffiness and dark circles. Eye creams can address some of these issues.

Banish those wrinkles

Besides, who wants to look old? An eye cream can help fend off the signs of ageing by reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Because your eyes are the focal point of your face, eye wrinkles may be among the first things people notice about you.

If you treat this area with a therapeutic eye serum or cream, you can help restore collagen to the area and give it that plump, healthy look you are accustomed to having.

Collagen helps maintain skin’s elasticity. Vitamin C, peptides and retinol boost collagen production, while ceramide and hyaluronic acid help prevent water loss in the skin and improve elasticity.

Anywhere, anytime

But the beauty of eye creams is that they can be applied at any time of day. They can be used first thing in the morning, for touch-ups during the day, at night or even before hitting the town at night.

So, be sure to add this essential little cream to your daily beauty routine. You’ll be very happy with the results and you can look years younger. In a nutshell, that’s the importance of eye creams.

Skin hydration is key to skin health. To kick off with, the number one thing to do is drinking loads of water daily. Why? Because about 60 percent of the human body consists of water. Our bodies’ biochemical and cellular processes require water to function. Not only that, but water acts as a carrier of nutrients and a medium for eliminating toxins.

Because the skin contains about 64 percent water, you’ll understand that water is a key component. A skin that lacks sufficient water supply can be dry, tight, itchy, and flaky. Plus, it may also feel rough and lack visible radiance.

The downside

Of course the downside is that a cracked skin is more prone to infections. And horror of horrors, a dehydrated skin may also have an increased risk of developing wrinkles.

Apart from that, a dehydrated skin is more prone to acne & breakouts, more noticeable dark circles, redness and inflammation.

Why does skin become dehydrated?

According to research, skin can become dehydrated as a result of insufficient water intake and excessive water loss.

Yes, drinking water is an important part of healthy skin, but it won’t solve the problem on its own. An inadequate skin barrier will increase trans-epidermal water loss.

The answer

So, as we all know by now, moisturising the skin daily is all-important. But moisturisers should include a humectant, emollients and an occlusive.

Humectants bind water to the outermost layer of the skin. These ingredients draw moisture from the environment, but also carry it from the deeper layers of the skin to the surface. Examples of humectants are sodium PCA, butylene glycol, glycerine and hyaluronic acid.

Emollients such as lipids and oils give skin that soft, pliable feel. They remain on the skin’s surface: lubricating it and improving the overall appearance. Examples of emollients are shea butter, algae extract and phosphatidylcholine.

Occlusive ingredients slow down evaporation by helping to hold water in the skin. And these products also remain on the surface to help block water loss. Commonly used as occlusive are silicones such as dimethicone and cyclomethicone.

Selecting products

Therefore, do choose your moisturising products carefully, ensuring that they contain a mix of humectants, emollients and occlusive ingredients.

A moisturised skin just looks way more youthful! So yes, skin hydration is key to strutting your stuff with confidence.