Summer is when many New Zealanders love getting outdoors, but it’s also the time of year when changes in your vein health can become more noticeable. If your legs feel heavier, your veins appear more visible or you’re experiencing new symptoms, you’re not imagining it. Heat plays a significant role…
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg. While often subtle in the early stages, DVT can become life-threatening if part of the clot breaks away and travels to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism. Awareness, early recognition,…
New Zealand has one of the highest melanoma rates in the world. Early detection dramatically improves treatment success, making regular skin checks essential. Why Melanoma Develops UV exposure plays a major role, especially childhood sunburns. Genetics also contribute. Early Signs to Look For New or changing moles Irregular borders Multiple…
Sunburn is more than temporary redness. It is a visible sign of UV induced DNA damage within the skin. In New Zealand, where UV levels are exceptionally strong, sunburn can develop quickly and lead to long term skin damage. At Skin Institute, we focus on prevention first. Understanding what happens…
Early detection of skin cancer is life-saving and certain signs should always prompt a professional check. 1. A new spot that appears suddenly New lesions, especially after summer, should be assessed. 2. A mole that changes Growth, darkening, or changes in border or shape are red flags. 3. A sore…
The effects of the sun on your skin NZ UV: Stronger, faster, more damaging The New Zealand UV index is among the highest globally. This is due to a naturally thinner ozone layer, clear air, low pollution, and high sun angles, particularly in summer. UV radiation reaches the skin more…
Regular self-checks help you identify changes early and they take only a few minutes. How to Do It Stand in good light with a full-length and hand mirror Check your face, scalp, trunk, arms, legs, palms, soles, and between fingers and toes Look for changes in size, shape, colour, borders,…
Sun exposure affects the skin in multiple ways - some visible immediately, others accumulating over time. Hydration Loss UV and heat draw moisture from the skin, weakening the barrier and leading to dryness, tightness, and rough texture. Collagen Breakdown UV radiation speeds up collagen degradation, contributing to fine lines, sagging,…
After months of sun, saltwater, heat, and humidity, your skin may feel dry, dull, or uneven. A post-summer reset helps restore hydration, strength, and clarity. Skin Boosters These injectable hydrators improve firmness, elasticity, and overall glow by delivering hyaluronic acid directly into the skin. They’re ideal for repairing summer-induced dehydration.…
January marks the height of New Zealand’s UV season. Even on cooler or windy days, UV levels can reach “extreme” on the UV index. Why UV Is Higher in January The sun is directly overhead Clearer skies Reflective surfaces like water and sand More time spent outdoors How to Stay…
