Monthly Archives: October 2021

October is Menopause Awareness month, so I thought it would be a good time to talk all about the menopause. First up, menopause is not an illness. It’s a natural part of life. But it can have a big impact on your skin. I regularly see clients suffering from skin issues due to hormonal changes. Though menopause symptoms can be difficult to deal with, eating the right diet, exercising regularly and using the correct skincare products may help alleviate and prevent them. Help! My skin seems so dry! Many women notice their skin becoming drier as they approach or go through the menopause. Falling oestrogen levels can also mean that your skin becomes not just drier but also more sensitive. Rosacea (redness of the skin) can become a problem. If you’ve always had oily skin you might be pleased by … Continue reading →

Thank you! I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am that so many of you turned out to celebrate the new opening of Christchurch Derma Spa at BizSpace in Christchurch last week. After four years of running the clinic from home, I made the big decision to move into premises. With the clinic getting busier and my children getting older, it felt like the right time to move into my own premises. It’s a big step, but I am super excited about this next chapter. After searching for local premises I decided to move into BizSpace in Christchurch. I knew that wherever I moved to had to be close to home and have plenty of free parking, to make it as easy as possible for my clients. Since making the decision it’s been a rollercoaster few weeks to … Continue reading →