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		Sunscreen and Everything you need to know to protect your Skin Skin Institute October 13, 2020 Skin Cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand, but it’s also one of the most preventable. New Zealand has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world and this is not a statistic that us Kiwis should be proud of. We all know that we should use sunscreen to protect us from skin cancers and pleasantly there are some added… Read More
		What in the world is a resting zoom face? Skin Institute September 22, 2020 Chances are, the rise in online meetings have contributed to what many are calling the cosmetic “zoom boom”. Deemed our new normal, our own concerns have been echoed by many clients who have reported being… Read More Your guide to Aging, UV Rays and how to protect yourself Skin Institute August 14, 2020 What is aging? The change or deterioration of cells, body functions and the skin over time due to environmental conditions and the chronological passing of time. Pollution, gravity, repetitive muscle movements, sleeping position, smoking and… Read More Farewell to Winter! Skin Institute August 14, 2020 Here’s how to restore Spring skin The colourful blooms are out, the days are lighter – and your skin is emerging from its Winter hibernation. You may have found the chill wind and dry, heated… Read More Shining the light on sunscreens Skin Institute July 16, 2020 Did you know that almost 70,000 Kiwis are diagnosed with skin cancer every year? It’s now New Zealand’s most common cancer, and we can all help avoid it by using the right sunscreen every day.… Read More Unmasking “Maskne” and how to avoid this Skin Institute August 18, 2020 Why should I wear a mask? Good question, face masks are face coverings as recommended by the Ministry of Health during lockdown to protect not only ourselves but others around us too. Unfortunately, after our… Read More What to ask your practitioner about skin treatments – so you know you’re getting the best. Skin Institute June 26, 2020 Most appearance-medicine treatments involve powerful medicines and delicate procedures, so it’s important that the practitioner is qualified and experienced. While there are regulations overseeing the New Zealand industry, they don’t cover everything. It means that… Read More Non-cosmetic Botox® procedures at Skin Institute Skin Institute June 26, 2020 Not just for wrinkles! While Botox® might be most famous as an effective way to deal with wrinkles, its benefits go far beyond appearance medicine. Teeth grinding, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), migraines and facial spasms can… Read More We break down the Top 5 Appearance-Medicine Trends for 2020 Skin Institute June 17, 2020 Familiar procedures are more effective than ever As technology advances, the world of cosmetic treatments is moving fast too. In 2020, we’ll be seeing a return to old treatments that have become far more useful,… Read More Load More