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Pigmentation and Dark Spots: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
Pigmentation and dark spots can affect the skin anywhere on your body, but it’s most common on areas that are exposed to the sun frequently, like your face and hands. If you struggle with uneven skin tone or dark patches/spots that won’t fade, this could be what’s called hyperpigmentation – more on that in a minute. The good news is, there are treatments designed for pigmentation, which can help achieve clearer, brighter skin. What is Pigmentation? Pigmentation basically means the colouring of your skin and is determined by the amount of melanin you produce and how it’s distributed across your skin. When we talk about pigmentation, what we’re usually referring to is actually hyperpigmentation. This is when dark spots, areas or patches form due to an excess of melanin production. It’s these dark areas that can often cause concern or … Continue reading
How To Look After Your Skin In The Winter Months
Wondering how to look after your skin in the winter months? This guide will show you how. When winter arrives, it brings with it a few factors that can really influence how your skin looks and feels. Colder temperatures, more windy walks, having your heating on and in the lead up to Christmas eating those extra sweet treats, can all impact your skin. To keep your skin feeling healthy and hydrated in the winter months, you want to change up your skincare routine. So, what does that mean? In this blog I’ll be sharing what you can do to support your skin this winter. Swap to a more hydrating cleanser When you cleanse your skin in the winter it’s important to use a gentle, hydrating cleanser that won’t strip your skin of it’s natural oils. It’s those oils that … Continue reading
Everything You Need to Know About IPL Hair Removal
You’ve most probably heard about IPL hair removal but how much do you really know about this treatment? In this blog I’m going to share everything you need to know about hair removal treatments at Christchurch Derma Spa Skin Clinic, including what IPL is, how it works, why you might want to consider hair removal and more. What is IPL Hair Removal? IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) hair removal is a light-based treatment that reduces your hair growth over time. Traditional laser hair removal used just one wavelength of light, whereas IPL uses a broader spectrum of light, making it more effective. The light emitted from the IPL machine targets the hair follicles, not the hairs themselves. This light is absorbed by the pigment in your hair follicles, damaging them and preventing hair from regrowing. IPL hair removal is an … Continue reading
Treating Bell’s Palsy and Stroke Symptoms with CACI
Bell’s palsy and strokes are neurological conditions that can lead to full or partial paralysis of your facial muscles. Bell’s palsy is usually temporary whereas strokes can often cause more long-lasting damage. Due to the impact of these conditions, they can affect your ability to smile, blink or make any kind of facial expression. This can severely impact your confidence in addition to making it incredibly difficult to carry out everyday activities, like eating and speaking. The main thing I love about my job is helping people to feel more confident in their own skin. So, when I found out that CACI can help people with these symptoms, I was absolutely over the moon. In this blog I want to share with you how CACI works to restore muscle function and what this means if you suffer with symptoms like … Continue reading
Which Skin Treatments Help With Rosacea?
I’ve written a few blogs about Rosacea as it’s something lots of my clients suffer with. This time I want to focus on which skin treatments can help with Rosacea. It can be hard to know which treatments can help with Rosacea and which could make it worse. It’s so important to speak to a skin specialist who can advise you on the treatments best suited to your skin and help you achieve the results you desire. At Christchurch Derma Spa there are typically two treatments that I recommend for my clients who struggle with the signs and symptoms of Rosacea, they are: chemical peels and LED light treatment. Chemical Peels for Rosacea Although a chemical peel might sound harsh on your skin and as though it would make your Rosacea worse, that isn’t the case if you choose … Continue reading
We did it again and won a Christchurch Business Award!
I’m really excited to share that Christchurch Derma Spa has won another award! This time we won silver in the Customer Service category at the Christchurch Business Awards, run by Marketing West! I’m so happy we’ve won this award because in the clinic we’re dedicated to making sure every visit is a wonderful experience for you all, from start to finish. The Customer Service Award recognises outstanding commitment to delivering exceptional service and creating a welcoming atmosphere. To be recognised for this is extremely meaningful for me because providing excellent customer care is at the heart of everything we do here at Christchurch Derma Spa. The judges said they felt that we understood that customer service was probably the most important aspect of running a business and that we have to consistently maintain high standards right across the business. They … Continue reading
Acne: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
This month, June, is Acne Awareness Month. This was created to reduce the negative stigma around acne and to educate the public about the condition. I know how it feels to have acne, as I’ve suffered with it most of my life. Which is why I’m so passionate about helping you to feel more confident in your own skin. Let’s dive in to what acne is, what causes it and what treatments Christchurch Derma Spa offers that could help with your acne and any associated scarring. What is Acne? Acne is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s condition where the hair follicles become blocked with oil and dead skin cells. This blockage can lead to various forms of acne, including whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, nodules and cysts.. Because acne is often found on the … Continue reading
CACI Treatments have arrived!
CACI has landed at Christchurch Derma Spa, and we are VERY excited! This brand-new treatment is BIG! CACI treatments are often described as the ‘red-carpet beauty secret’ and have attracted an impressive celebrity following, including royalty, film stars, supermodels, beauty editors and make-up artists from around the globe. Jennifer Lopez … Jennifer Aniston … Michelle Collins … even Linda Evangelista is a fan! The AH MAZ ING CACI machine is super-versatile, combining multiple cutting-edge technologies and offering endless possibilities for transformative non-surgical treatments. ➡️ Lift, firm, and tone facial muscles with SPED dual-action microcurrent technology ➡️ Rejuvenate and revitalise skin with LED colour therapy The power of CACI Look at this incredible before & after photo on this Jowl Lift…! CACI can be used for many different face and body treatments, including: ✨Facial Toning – Lift and tone your facial … Continue reading
Runner-Up in the East Dorset Gold Awards 🏆
Last year, I was absolutely over the moon to win Independent Business of the Year at the Christchurch Business Awards. It was such a special moment to be recognised amongst some of the best businesses in our local area. After winning the Customer Service category in 2022, I wasn’t sure if I could make it two years on the trot. I was so shocked when they announced that the winner of the Independent Business of the Year was Christchurch Derma Spa! The winners in each category of the 2023 Christchurch Awards were automatically entered into the East Dorset Gold Awards 2024. Entries were judged against the winners from the 2023 Poole, Bournemouth, Purbeck, Ringwood, Ferndown and Wimborne Business Awards. Apparently, there were over 1,000 entries across all seven awards, so quite a bit of competition . The winners and runners-up … Continue reading
EEK … I’ve signed up to abseil 100 metres down the Spinnaker Tower!
Yes, that huge tower in the picture, and I’m absolutely terrified. Don’t worry – I haven’t lost the plot. I just really wanted to do something to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. Did you know? There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition. Dementia has been termed “the biggest health and social challenge of our time.” We all know someone who is affected by Alzheimer’s In my case, two people I am close to are seeing this awful disease affect their family. Alzheimer’s Society is the only dementia charity that offers dedicated support to those who need it now, campaigns for change and funds groundbreaking research for a better tomorrow. My children ask me why I’m doing it if it scares me My answer … Continue reading
