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Eat Your Way to Glowing Skin: 6 Foods That Are Good For Your Skin
Most health experts will tell you that a fantastic way to achieve blemish-free skin is by eating a healthy balanced diet. Your lifestyle, genetics and beauty regime all play a part, of course, but there is evidence to prove that certain foods will really clear your skin up and give you that extra glow.
Skincare: Fact or Fiction?
We’ve all heard some pretty weird skincare ‘facts’ in our time that have probably been passed down from generation to generation. Sometimes, these old wives tales are rooted somewhere in fact, but have been altered through the ages, while others are nothing more than complete fiction. In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common skincare myths, and ask whether they’re fact or fiction.
How to Care for Sensitive Skin
Those of us with sensitive skin can sometimes struggle to find a skin care regime that really works. All the seasons can have negative effects on our skin and it can be a real pain – literally, dry, brittle skin is never very pleasant. So, if you’re sick of trying cream after cream and not getting anywhere with it, then read on; we’ve taken the time to create this guide that will help you to care for your sensitive skin. Don’t Use Too Many Creams One mistake that many people make is to use too many different creams; if you use so many different creams, you will clog up your pores making it much more likely that you will suffer from a breakout. Putting too much stuff on your face can actually cause your skin to become bumpy, itchy and red. In general, you should use no more than three … Read more
Wrinkle Treatment Explained
If you are considering having wrinkle treatment, you may have some questions about how it works and what to expect from the procedure. As leading providers of wrinkle treatment in Birmingham, we at Fiona Clossick Facial Aesthetics can answer any questions you may have about the procedure, and in this blog post we will explain how wrinkle treatment works, what you can expect at your appointment and what you can expect following your treatment. What is Wrinkle Treatment? Wrinkle treatment is a drug that is used cosmetically to remove wrinkles by paralysing the muscles. It is delivered by a needle directly to the muscles that are responsible for causing wrinkles and fine lines. The drug then paralyses the muscle, smoothing the wrinkles or lines in the desired area and making the skin appear younger. What Can I Expect From the Procedure? Receiving wrinkle treatment for cosmetic purposes is a simple … Read more
Skin Damage
There are many factors that result in damage to the skin. This is something that often has a negative impact on the psychological wellbeing of a person, as they struggle with the visible effects of skin damage. Today, we’ll take a look at some of the most common forms of damage to the skin and see what you can do to improve them. Stretch Marks Stretch marks are particularly common in women, but often affect men. They are caused when the skin suddenly stretches, due to weight gain or growth spurts during puberty and pregnancy. They can also be caused by other conditions or through the overuse of strong steroid creams and ointments. Although they start off as unsightly red or purple marks, they tend to fade to white or silvery lines. There are many creams and oils that claim to treat and reduce stretch marks, but there are very … Read more
Simple Skincare Secrets
We all want beautiful skin and this can be simpler to achieve than you might think. Here we take a look at some of our favourite skin care secrets, which might just surprise you! Get Some Sleep The secret to not looking tired really is as simple as not feeling tired. If you skimp on sleep this can really take its toll on your skin and will leave it looking and feeling a little lacklustre. Whilst you sleep your skin goes into repair mode and renews itself at a faster rate than during the daytime. A lack of sleep can also disrupt important hormonal and metabolic changes that occur in your skin. So make sure you get your beauty sleep! Have a Cup of Tea Tea has a number of amazing beauty benefits. Green tea in particular is also one of the healthiest drinks around and is packed full of … Read more
Eat Your Way To Better Skin
If you want to look after your skin, it’s not just about the things that you put on it, and how well you clean it. While it’s true that if you have skin issues, it’s not necessarily caused by eating too much chocolate or greasy food, there are still dietary changes you can make to give your skin a helping hand. Keep Hydrated It’s important to make sure that you get plenty of water during the day to keep yourself hydrated. Water is one of the best things you can drink so keep a bottle of water in your bag whenever you go out. Although water is good, most fluids count towards your recommended daily allowance (6-8 glasses), but this doesn’t include alcohol! Get Your Five–a–Day Make sure that you have a good variety of fruit and vegetables in your diet by eating different colours. Fruit and veg is packed … Read more
Skin Care Habits to Give Up this New Year
As we enter 2015 it’s a great time to re-evaluate your skin care routine and give up some of those bad habits that might be damaging your skin. There are plenty of skin care myths that we have all heard that are actually bad for you, so we’ll take a look at some of the most common habits that you should give up. Over-Using Products When cleansing your face, less really is more. When you have a break out, it can be tempting to clean your face every spare minute you have, but this will dry out your skin and strip it of the essential oils you need for healthy skin. Not Moisturising Oily Skin It seems to make sense that if you have oily skin, you don’t need to moisturise as it appears to be doing a pretty good job of that itself! But even oily skin needs moisture, … Read more
Wishing You a Very Happy Christmas From Everyone Here at Fiona Aesthetics!
Where have the last 12 months gone?! Somehow, Christmas has come around again, and it’s time for the festivities to begin. We would like to take this opportunity to extend our warmest yuletide greetings to each and every one of our deeply valued customers, who have made this past year (and all the years previous) so successful for us. We’ve had a great 2014 here at Fiona Aesthetics, as we’ve provided some of the best service in facial aesthetics. We have continued to give a unique and personal treatment to our customers who come back time and time again, describing us as “personable, honest and very professional”. Throughout the year, we’ve provided some of the best facial treatments out there, keeping our customers young, fresh and beautiful. In 2015, we shall be continuing the good work, as we’ll carry on treating our regulars and also welcoming new customers in. We’ll … Read more
Skin Care Secrets Used by the Professionals
With so many different skin care tips and hints floating about, it can be confusing to know which ones to abide by, and which ones to ignore. That’s why some of the best tips are the ones we get from the professionals, as their expertise informs their own skin care regime. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best secrets used by the experts, so that you can start using them for yourself right now. Protect One of the best ways to ensure that your skin stays young and healthy is to protect it from the sun. Pour out enough sunscreen into the hollow of the palm of your hand, and use that to cover your face, neck and ears. It may seem like a lot, but this will make sure that you are thoroughly protected from the sun’s rays. Always use SPF 30 or higher for the face, … Read more
Is Your Makeup Aging You?
Many of us rely on our make-up bag to make us look younger and more beautiful; to give us a temporary boost in the morning, to play up our strengths and to fill in what Mother Nature missed out on giving us. However, makeup may not always be the best thing for us – and it could be making you look older instead. Makeup can damage your skin We’re not talking about quite the same damage that ladies (and gentlemen) faced in the 18th Century, when it was fashionable to cake your face in poisonous white lead, but common cosmetics can still damage your skin in a number of ways. Too Thick: Wearing makeup thickly simply clogs up your pores, which can lead to blackheads, pimples and acne outbreaks. It may be tempting to top-up your makeup for the evening, but it’s far healthier to wash it off and start … Read more
Winter Skin Care Secrets
With the colder weather on its way it’s time to start thinking about looking after your skin this winter. There’s no denying that the winter months can be a little harsh on your skin, and can really wreak havoc on your complexion. However here we give a quick guide to some winter skin care essentials, so you can winter proof your skin this season. Banish Dry Skin Cold temperatures, wild weather, and dry indoor heat during the winter months are a recipe for dry skin. However there are a number of things you can do to help protect your skin from dryness this winter. For example choosing a good moisturiser that can help lock in moisture and provide some much needed protection for your skin is essential. Oil-based moisturisers can be just the thing during the winter season, as these can create a protective layer for your skin and can … Read more
Surprising Causes Of Skin Damage
Whilst lifestyle factors such as smoking are well-known contributors to skin damage, there are also a number of other surprising factors that can have a negative impact on the health and appearance of our skin. Here we take a quick look at some of these hidden dangers that can affect our skin. Sleeping with your makeup on We can all admit to having fallen asleep with our makeup on at some point, for a variety of different reasons. Whilst this might seem relatively harmless, it’s important you don’t let this become a regular occurrence. Makeup can clog your pores and leaving it on overnight can lead to the development of skin problems such as acne. Caffeine Caffeine is a mild diuretic and as such can cause your skin to dry out when consumed in high quantities. Whilst there’s no harm in having the odd cup of coffee, caffeine is also … Read more
Easy Homemade Face Masks
Many of us enjoy a facemask; it helps to keep skin healthy and moisturised, plus it’s also a nice way to relax after a long day. There are plenty of pre-packaged facemasks on the market, those little sachets of oily gloop that promise to make you look five years younger, but have you ever considered making your own facemask at home? There’s plenty of really effective and easy to make recipes for facemasks that you can whip up at home using common household ingredients you’ll find in the kitchen. Here are two of our favourites. Cucumber eyes are optional! Rejuvenating Yoghurt and Oat Mask You can use this simple facemask on any skin type. It’s extremely useful for cleansing and rejuvenating your face. All you need is one tablespoon of finely ground oats, one table spoon of organic live yoghurt (use unflavoured!) and a small quantity of honey. Just mix … Read more
Everyday Things That Can Prevent Early-Aging
It goes without saying that smoking cigarettes and spending too much time in the sun can cause damage to your skin and encourage the process of early aging, however, have you ever wondered whether there are things you can do to slow that process down? Here are a few of the everyday skin crimes we commit, and what to do in order to prevent the process of early aging. Reduce the stress! If you feel like you’re stressed more often than you’re not, there could be a problem. When you’re stressed, everything suffers – including your skin, health and of course, your looks. Stress can increase the concentration of hormones in the bloodstream, encouraging a rise in blood pressure and suppressing immunity. Over time, stress can eventually harden your arteries, delay healing processes and even shrink the areas of your brain that involve memory, mood and learning. No wonder you’re … Read more
