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Sunscreen keeps your skin looking younger for longer, here’s the proof

We all know the power of sunscreen when it comes to lowering the risk of skin cancer and sun damage, however there is scientific proof to back up beauty world claims that sun exposure increases loss of firmness in skin and increases premature ageing. This is referring to the photo-ageing of the skin, which not only means fine lines and wrinkles but also increased pigmentation and sun spots.

Those in a four-year long study who had not used sunscreen regularly showed severe photo-ageing.* Those who applied sunscreen most days had no detectable ageing of the skin. Simple.

Yes, the skin will age over time but there is one very easy step we can all take to slowing down the inevitable. Two important points to take from the study below:

1. IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO START TODAY. Even those who began applying their sunscreen “most days” from middle-age reaped the benefits.

2. MOISTURISER WITH SOME SUNSCREEN ISN’T ENOUGH. Your foundation, BB or day cream may have some sun protection, they do not typically have the same long-lasting effect as sunscreen. SPF in your make up should be fine for a regular day in the office with less than 10 minutes sun exposure, but any more than that and you should use a full-strength sunscreen underneath.

Daily face sunscreens have come a long way and there are now plenty of affordable products on the market that don’t clog pores and feel thick and gloopy like they used to. Ideally, choose a daily moisturiser with high broad spectrum UVA and UVB  SPF 30 and you’ll be taking one very simple but important step to keeping those wrinkles at bay.

An eyelash extension is an artificial lash glued onto your natural lash. Depending on your eyelash life-cycle and your lifestyle, eyelash extensions may last from 3 to 6 weeks. For an eyelash extension refill appointment, you should have at least 30-40% of your eyelash extensions remaining, which is usually 3-4 weeks post initial appointment. Here are a few tips to help your eyelash extensions last well between refills;

After Application: The bond or ‘glue’ is completely set within 24 hours. During that 24 hours it is best to avoid heat, steam, water and touching the new lashes. If you need to wash your face, use a cool flannel to avoid water getting on the new lashes.

Brushing: After the 24 hours since application start brushing your lashes with the eyelash brush given to you at your appointment. If done once to twice daily it will prevent tangles or crossed lashes.

Washing: Your eye area is subjected to a lot of debris, oil and bacteria growth. It is important to wash your eyelash extensions every second day with the recipe below with a cotton bud. This removes debris, oil and bacteria from the area, making them clean and lowering any risks of infection.

DIY Eyelash Extension Shampoo 1 tsp of baby shampoo 200ml distilled water ½ tsp baking soda

Avoid Oils: Oil based make up and make up removers, creams and serums should be avoided in the eye area. Any oils can cause the glue to de-bond causing the extension to fall out prematurely.

Make-up Removal: Gently remove all make up around lashes with an oil free make up remover and cotton bud. Try avoid using cotton rounds or make up wipes over lash extensions as this can remove them.

Sleeping: Sleeping on your back is the best way to prevent your lashes becoming tangled in your sleep. You may even prefer to use a silk or satin pillowcase if you tend to sleep on your stomach or side.

“Nature gives you the face you have at twenty, but its up to you to merit the face you have at fifty’’- Coco Chanel

 Your skin goes through a lot, from sun exposure and blistering heat, to freezing cold. These external elements can make you look tired and older than you are.

The good news is microdermabrasion is a treatment that can help, but what exactly is it? Microdermabrasion is a gentle, non-invasive skin treatment that exfoliates your skin. It is suitable for all skin types and requires little to no down time.

At Aim Cosmetic & Wellness Centre, we use a diamond tipped wand to gently exfoliate dead skin cells to reveal a softer, glowing, more youthful skin. The high-speed tip will work to remove your skin’s outer layer, but is gentle and does not require any numbing or anaesthetic.

There are many benefits to microdermabrasion treatment, including:

Reducing the appearance of age spots

Helps repair uneven skin tone and/or texture

 Brightening your complexion- making your face appear more youthful

Helps to reduce dark spots associated with acne scarring

Though there is little to no downtime after the treatment, you may look slightly pink and feel as though you have a slight sunburn, however these sensations usually fade within 24 hours. The after effect of smooth, youthful skin is immediate although we recommend 6-8 treatments for optimum results.

Call us to schedule your microdermabrasion treatment and have your skin thank you for it.

Bruxism (teeth grinding) is a disorder that affects a large proportion of the adult population. It is characterised by involuntary grinding or clenching of the teeth that can cause severe wear of the teeth, headaches, neck pain and muscle pain.

To prevent further wear of the teeth, it is often advised to wear an occlusal splint in order to even the force from grinding and clenching, protect the teeth from further wear and relax the jaw muscles.

Another lesser known treatment option is remedial massage. Studies have shown that remedial massage to the neck, shoulders, face and jaw in combination from treatment from your dentist can improve the jaw function and reduce pain in these areas.

At our newly opened Aim Cosmetic & Wellness Centre, our qualified massage therapist Marianne, combines her knowledge of anatomy from her Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science degree to apply a range of specialised techniques to treat the symptoms of Bruxism. Intra-oral massage and pressure point therapy are just some of the techniques used by Marianne to provide effective relief from tension and pain caused by Bruxism.

If you would like to incorporate remedial massage into you Bruxism treatment, or would like to know more, please contact our friendly team at Aim Cosmetic & Wellness Centre.