by DermaFix | Jun 10, 2022 | Skin Care
The most common question we get asked as skin care professionals by parents is, “When should my child start a skincare routine?” DermaFIX recommends that by the age of 10 some form of gentle skin care routine should be in place. Prevention is always better than cure,...
by DermaFix | May 31, 2022 | Skin Care Advice
As our temperature starts to drop the air becomes less moist, this is when our lips start to get dry and cracked, we have all suffered from this tight, rough and unpleasant condition at least once during the winter months. Besides using a good lip care product there...
by DermaFix | Apr 22, 2022 | Skin Care
Often called “Chicken Skin”, as it closely resembles the look of a plucked chicken, Keratosis Pilaris is a very common and completely harmless skin condition that presents as patches of rough, bumpy skin. The concern is especially noticed on areas such as the...
by DermaFix | Mar 14, 2022 | Skin Care Advice
While you might wish it weren’t so, the skin around your eyes is one part of your body that can show the earliest signs of premature ageing, particularly without proper care. As the skin around your eyes is thinner and more delicate than the skin on other parts of...
by DermaFix | Feb 21, 2022 | Skin Care, Skin Care Advice
AHAs and BHAs are amongst the many buzzwords heard within the skin care industry, but what exactly do these acronyms stand for, and what do they do? Let’s take a closer look… AHAs, also known as Alpha Hydroxy Acids, are a water-soluble class of chemical...
by DermaFix | Jan 26, 2022 | Skin Care Advice
Mention DIY and the first thing that comes to mind is probably one of those easy-to-do projects in and around the house, like repainting a wall or making your own headboard. Performing an advanced skin care protocol at home, on the other hand, should be the last...
by DermaFix | Dec 13, 2021 | Ageing Skin, Skin Care Advice
You may not have heard of HEV light, or high energy visible light before, but maybe you are more familiar with the term ‘Blue Light’? Whilst a relatively new term used within the skin care market, the concept of blue light is anything but new, but what is it exactly?...
by DermaFix | Nov 11, 2021 | Skin Care
Made up of amino acids, Proteins are large, complex molecules that play many critical roles within the body. Amino acids are often referred to as the building blocks of protein and contribute to the formation of all body tissue including muscles, bones, and skin....
by DermaFix | Oct 19, 2021 | Skin Care, Skin Care Advice
‘Your skin barrier’ and ‘stripping the skin’ are not entirely uncommon phrases, with so many beauty magazines and skin care blogs making mention of these concepts. But what does it all mean exactly? To truly understand the skin, and to be able to properly take...
by DermaFix | Oct 5, 2021 | Skin Care
We often associate the word ‘bacteria’ with something that is bad or dirty, but what if you were told that bacteria play a big role in keeping us healthy? You may already be familiar with concepts like ‘healthy gut flora’ and ‘probiotics’ when it comes to...
by DermaFix | Jul 22, 2021 | Skin Care, Skin Care Advice
Ageing… it happens to all of us! And while there are many culprits that contribute towards the breakdown of healthy skin, UV exposure is one of the leading factors contributing to the acceleration of skin ageing. In order to protect and prevent the skin from...
by DermaFix | Apr 20, 2021 | Skin Care Products
With the rising trend of home-based treatments, the desire to perform advanced protocols on your own skin in the comfort of your own home has brought about the question of doing a chemical peel on your own skin. Whilst applying a chemical peel to the skin may seem...
by DermaFix | Apr 14, 2021 | Skin Care Advice
It is true that we are living in an age of technology; it is key to our daily lives and everything we do; the skin care industry is no exception, embracing new technology. From IPL (Intense Pulse Light) , CIT (Collagen Induction Therapy with Microneedling or Dermapen...
by DermaFix | Mar 14, 2021 | Masques
Applying a face masque has been a ritual in skincare dating back to Ancient Egypt and the times Cleopatra. Believe it or not, it is documented that the first cosmetic product ever made was thought to be a masque. Fast forward to 2020 and the global masque market is...
by DermaFix | Feb 23, 2021 | Skin Care Advice
You may have heard the adage that states, ‘the best way to tell a woman’s age, is to look at her décolleté, neck and hands’. This saying is not far from the truth as most of us tend to overlook caring for these unique areas when it comes to our daily skin care...
by DermaFix | Feb 10, 2021 | Skin Care Products
With social media being abundant with ill-advised, ‘quick fix’ recommendations on how to improve skin care concerns, most of us are left trying these ideas hoping to see some sort of improvement on the skin. These suggestions often are untested and can cause the skin...
by DermaFix | Feb 2, 2021 | Skin Care Advice
Way back in history, oils were always used to cleanse the skin. This is largely because oils dissolve other oils with ease, thereby helping to remove the oil-soluble impurities on our skin, including dirt, grime, and make-up. The first known recipe for soap was found...
by DermaFix | Jan 26, 2021 | Skin Care
There are so many routines and habits that make up our daily lives. From listening to the radio, catching up on social media platforms, having a coffee before heading to work, heading to the gym a few times a week, to how you relax in the evening. These are all...
by DermaFix | Dec 14, 2020 | Skin Care
In the world of beauty most people seem to be of the opinion that whatever they can get from their doctor is going to be better than what can be found in the skin retail trade. Topical treatment products such as Vitamin A Esters can also leave the consumer baffled...
by DermaFix | Nov 11, 2020 | Skin Care Advice
DermaFix makes use of an enzyme found within the papaya fruit for its benefit to hydrolyse protein. The enzyme, Papain, micro-exfoliates the skin thereby effectively removing redundant skin cells, leaving the skin with a brighter complexion and smoother texture....
by DermaFix | Oct 21, 2020 | Skin Care, Skin Care Advice
Believe it or not, ceramides have been around for many years and have a proven track record when it comes to an anti-ageing ingredient used in skincare. Ceramides offer moisture retention, improved elasticity and are often used in hair care to enhance radiance...
by DermaFix | Oct 6, 2020 | Skin Care Advice
There’s no way around it, these days, we judge a book by its cover – and people by their looks. Of course, we know that beauty is only skin deep, but we cannot ignore the fact that, for better or worse, both health and beauty matters and it starts with healthy skin....
by DermaFix | Sep 30, 2020 | Skin Care
We have all heard the term – rejuvenation, we hear it every day but what on earth is prejuvenation? Is this another term we have to get used to hearing – well, yes, it certainly seems that way. The term, prejuvenation is the act of implementing a series of...
by DermaFix | Sep 18, 2020 | Skin Care
When it comes to paying attention and taking care of the skin, the first product that pops into your mind may just be the use of a suitable moisturiser, or even an SPF to help protect us from our sunny climates. While these products are important, the truth is that...