Skin:Secrets

Why am I getting breakouts and spots and why is my skin looking dull when I’m not rushing around like I used to? The worry and stress of being in lockdown may very well create breakouts and skin irritations. When your body is continuously under too much pressure or stress, cortisol levels can rise resulting in different symptoms including spots and tiredness.  This is the ideal time for adults and teens to get on top of your skincare routine, making your skin look and feel healthy and bright.  Start and end your day with your skincare routine, even if you have...

It can be a challenge finding a product for teenagers to use especially boys and I know as I have two :-)  When developing Skin:Genius it was a 'must' that the products would be quick and easy to use, no-fuss and work.  Karen talks about her son and daughter using the products. "I first bought Skin:Genius for my son over a year ago when he had turned 17. He has had troublesome skin throughout his teenage years, but the flare ups seemed to be getting more frequent and his face was starting to suffer from scarring too. As a mum,...

What can I use as an alternative to soap and handwash? By following the current guidelines in relation to Coronavirus, we're washing our hands a lot more and running out of soaps and hand washes much more quickly than before. Our Face Wash – ‘Best Cleanse Forever’ can effectively be used as a hand wash. By frequent and effective hand washing, this helps to remove dirt, viruses and bacteria and prevent them spreading to other people and objects (1). Containing Witch Hazel, Oregan Grape, Roman Chamomile and Calendula, these all contain anti-bacterial properties and have the added benefit of not over-drying, helping...

Friends and customers have been asking what can they do to help with their dry hands that they don’t normally have at this crazy time. With the extra hand-washing and the use of anti-bac products, our hands are being left raw and sore and it takes me back to my days as a hairdressing apprentice!  Here are a few things we can do every day to help make a difference; Use a hand-cream several times a day Apply extra hand-cream and wear gloves at night Wear gloves to do washing-up and housework The air outside is still cold, cover up...