Monthly Archives: September 2026

  If you follow me on Instagram you’ll have seen me talking about getting booked in for specific treatments at this time of year, and you might be wondering why autumn is the best time to treat your skin? There are a few reasons autumn is a great time to start a course of clinical skin treatment, I’ll explain them below.   Repairing summer damage Your skin generally takes a bit of a beating over the summer months. We tend to spend so much time outside in the summer months, and we don’t always remember to put on our SPF. Even with wearing sunscreen every day, if you spend enough time outside, you’ll like still pick up a tan. And a tan is your body’s way of protecting itself from sun damage. In September, any seasonal concerns will usually be … Continue reading →

  Microneedling is the latest treatment to come to Christchurch Derma Spa Skin Clinic, as of August 2026, and I know lots of you will be wondering does microneedling improve your skin texture? The short answer is yes. If you’d like to know more about how it works and the benefits of microneedling, you’ll find those below.   What is microneedling? Microneedling is an advanced skin treatment which involves making tiny holes in the top layer of your skin, with needles (very small ones – hence ‘micro’ needling). These micro ‘injuries’ prompt your skin’s immune response, triggering white blood cells and healing. This healing process results in collagen production amongst other things. Microneedling is usually done with a ‘pen’ on the face, neck or chest, although you can have in in other areas too.   Microneedling benefits Due to the … Continue reading →