Aesthetics News and Articles
The latest news and articles from the Skin Specialist Nurse Team
Thread Veins on the Face vs Legs: Different Causes, Different Treatments
Thread veins are common, but they are not all the same Thread veins can appear in a range of places on the body, but the face and legs are by far the most common. While they may look similar at first glance, they do not always form for the same reasons, and they are...
Sun-Damaged Skin: From Freckles to Pigmentation Patches
Sunlight can make the skin look beautiful in the short term. A little warmth in the complexion, a scattering of freckles and that holiday glow can all seem appealing at first. Over time, though, repeated UV exposure leaves a much clearer mark. Skin that has had years...
Sensitive Skin and Barrier Damage: Rebuilding Your Skin’s Defences
Sensitive skin can feel unpredictable, frustrating and exhausting to manage. One week your usual products seem fine, and the next your skin is suddenly stinging, tight, flaky or visibly irritated. In many cases, this is not simply a matter of having naturally reactive...
Hand Rejuvenation & Treating Age Spots, Veins and Crepey Skin
Our hands do a great deal of the talking when it comes to age. We may focus on the face, neck and décolletage, but the hands are often one of the first areas to show visible change. They are exposed to sunlight, weather, temperature changes, repeated washing and...
Tired Eyes and Dark Circles & Non-Surgical Options That Actually Help
Dark circles can make you look exhausted even when you feel perfectly fine. For many people, the under-eye area is the first place to show stress, poor sleep, dehydration, hormonal shifts, or simple genetics. The frustrating part is that “dark circles” isn’t one...
Neck and Décolletage – Why These Areas Age Faster and How to Treat Them
For many people, the face gets most of the attention — daily skincare, SPF, targeted treatments, and regular maintenance. The neck and décolletage, however, are often treated as an afterthought. Then one day you catch your reflection in certain lighting and notice...
Safe Removal Options for Milia, Skin Tags and Other Small Bumps
Small bumps on the skin are incredibly common. They can appear overnight, linger for months, or gradually multiply with age. Most are harmless, but they can be annoying, catch on clothing, affect confidence, or simply feel “not quite right”. It’s also understandable...
Pigmentation After Pregnancy: Treating Postpartum Melasma Safely
Many new mums notice changes in their skin after pregnancy — and pigmentation is one of the most common. You might see brown or grey-brown patches across the cheeks, forehead, upper lip or jawline. For some, it appears during pregnancy and lingers afterwards. For...
Breakouts from Masks, Helmets and Headgear: How to Manage “Maskne”
If you’ve noticed more spots around your chin, cheeks, jawline or hairline after wearing a face mask, sports helmet or workplace PPE, you’re not imagining it. Friction breakouts are extremely common, and they can affect people who’ve never had acne before as well as...
Adult Acne in Your 30s and 40s and Why Breakouts Don’t Always End with Your Teens
Adult acne can feel deeply unfair. You get through your teenage years, you learn your skin, and then in your 30s or 40s you start dealing with breakouts again — sometimes worse than before. It’s also incredibly common. Many women and men experience persistent acne...









