The Skin Blog
The simple 3-step skincare routine that cured my acne
DrNC CUSTOMER LOVE “I just wanted to reach out and say that I’ve been absolutely loving your products. I’ve always had problematic skin, but last December it was the worst my skin had ever been (Covid stress/starting back up at work). A few of my friends had raved about your products so I started using the Acne Kit / Skin Glow Kit in July this year. I still get little breakouts every now and then (probably too much chocolate) but overall, my skin has NEVER been clearer and I just wanted to say a huge thank you!” - Stef DISCOVER...
THE SKINCARE PIONEER
Dr Natasha Cook reveals how science inspired her range. By Anita Quade. You are the first Australian Dermatologist to create a Cosmeceutical skincare line. Tell us how it feels to be such a pioneer in the industry? “Nowadays I feel proud of what we have managed to achieve and realise how progressive and ahead of our time we were. We were selling online in 2005 ‘lol’ with a cartoon image of myself, that these days are called a bitmoji. Pioneering was not always so well received in the beginning. I have to say it has been a very difficult journey....
My fuss-free, 3-step men’s skincare routine
Throughout history, conceptions of masculinity have inhibited men from taking care of their mental, emotional and physical health. Society has pressured men into acting “tough”, being self-sufficient and rejecting self care and any traits of what they, or the herd sees, as femininity. A 2018 study conducted by The Men’s Project found 48% of men believed that society as a whole depicted a man “who spends a lot of time on his looks [not] very manly”, while 42% of men believed “it is very hard for a man to be successful if he doesn’t look good.” Such mixed messages! But...
DrNC’s ultimate pigmentation-fighting skin solution
HOW TO PREVENT & CORRECT PIGMENTATION When patients come to me wanting to reverse signs of ageing, most will start talking about their desire to erase their fine lines and wrinkles. Very quickly our conversation soon turns to tackling another skin concern that actually has a far greater impact over how youthful we look - pigmentation and even skin tone. It is evenness of colour, texture and tone that is far more important than reducing wrinkles, when it comes to achieving a canvas that immediately says YOUNG! Unfortunately, this is extremely difficult to achieve in Australia due to the strength...