How do I combat sun damage?

The term ‘sun damage’ is usually used to refer to major changes to the skin’s characteristics brought about by prolonged unprotected exposure to UV radiation. Typical symptoms are weak underlying structures that causes mottling, ‘pebbling’ crepe-like or thinning of skin, roughness, dryness, inflammation and hyperpigmentation.

Sun avoidance is crucial to avoiding sun damage. When sun exposure is unavoidable, regular application of a high SPF (more than SPF30) sunscreen will provide protection against UV radiation.

For existing sun damage, treatments are available to help restore skin’s vitality and function. The two major treatment options available include:

  1. Topical Therapy – daily use of vitamins A, B3 & C, alpha-hydroxy acids and moisturisers. Facial peels can also have a rejuvenating effect.
     
  2. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) has proven extremely beneficial for sun damage.

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Free Spot Check Terms & Conditions

A Free Spot Check is for checking 1-2 moles or lesions of concern. It is not an offer for a full body skin check. A Free Spot Check is not available at some clinics.

Free Cosmetic Consultation Terms & Conditions

A Free Cosmetic Consultation is typically 15 minutes long with a cosmetic nurse to discuss your skin type, address a particular skin concern or to discuss a cosmetic procedure that you may be interested in.

Free cosmetic consultations are for:

  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
  • Botox®
  • Fillers
  • Facial Peels
  • Dermal Rolling
  • Microderm/Microhydrabrasion
  • Skincare

You will be given printed information about the products and procedures discussed to take home. Once you have read through this, we suggest you make a full consultation to discuss these in depth.

Initial Consultation Terms & Conditions

This consultation is your opportunity to discuss your concerns with a Specialist Doctor and to be given a recommendation of treatment based on your personal requirements. There will be a charge for this consultation.

Cancellation Policy for Consultations

We understand that sometimes it is necessary for you to change your appointment.  Out of consideration for others, we kindly ask that you provide a minimum of 24 hours notice if you wish to change or cancel your appointment.  If insufficient notice is given a 50% cancellation fee may be incurred and no shows may be charged at full price.

Other Appointment Terms & Conditions

Please state the name of the procedure or treatment that you would like an appointment for in the “More Info” field of the appointment form. There will be a charge for this appointment.

Cancellation Policy for Appointments

We understand that sometimes it is necessary for you to change your appointment.  Out of consideration for others, we kindly ask that you provide a minimum of 24 hours notice if you wish to change or cancel your appointment.  If insufficient notice is given a 50% cancellation fee may be incurred and no shows may be charged at full price.