Skincare Questions
What is the difference between over the counter skin care and medi grade skin care?
Answer: The concentration of active ingredients in over the counter products are limited so that they are suitable for all skin types to use without a professional skin care consultation. Medi grade products have higher concentrations of active ingredients; they are only prescribed by a qualified skincare professional who have been trained to evaluate whether the product is suitable for each client. Fillmed's Skin Perfusion and Genosys skincare ranges are available through consultation only. Depending on your skin care goals medi-grade skin care products are strong enough to reach and correct skin care concerns than over the counter products.
What order should I apply skin care?
Answer: You should begin with a cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean. If your cleanser does not require you to rinse with water then your next step should be a toner. A toner removes any residue product and freshens your skin. A toner can be skipped if your skin is very sensitive or you have rinsed the cleanser off with water. The next step is a serum and/or moisturiser and finally eye cream.
How can I look after my dry skin?
Answer: You should begin with a creamy or oily cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean. If your using a wash off cleanser you can skip the toner if your skin is dry, pat gently dry with a clean towel. A serum should be applied to the skin, hyaluronic acid is particularly good for dry skin as it is light weight but deeply moisturising. Follow with moisturiser. Daytime add a sunscreen after your moisturiser. For an extra boost you can apply a weekly sheet mask. These sheet masks are impregnated with hyaluronic acid, collagen and aloe vera.
How can I look after my oily skin?
Answer: You should begin with a cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean and all make-up is removed. A wash off cleanser is preferable, however, you should avoid harsh face washes that strip away surface oils as these tend to exacerbate oily skin. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser. A toner is an important step if you have oily skin as it helps close pores and helps balance oils. Choose a light weight moisturiser or serum if you have oily skin. We like Genosys Problem Control Serum. You should also gently exfoliate and apply a mask to your skin weekly. Clay masks are particularly beneficial for oily and congested skin types as they draw out impurities for clearer smoother skin, regulate sebum production, are antibacterial, shrink and unclog pores.
How can I look after my skin after 40?
Answer: It's important to protect your skin from the damage caused by UV light, so a SPF in your beauty care regime is paramount. Have a good skin care regime, this should include the use of a serum and eye cream. Pharmaceutical skincare products have a higher level of active ingredient so choose these now as part of your skin care regime. Fillmed Skin Perfusion have higher levels of active ingredients book a consultation to have the correct products prescribed for your skin concern. Have a regular facial, facial massage will stimulate your circulation, tone your muscles and LED light therapy will boost collagen production and stimulate elastin. Aim to drink at least 4 glasses of water a day and have a diet rich in fruit and vegetables avoiding processed foods.
How often should you apply a facial masque?
Answer: Facial masques can be applied weekly. A sheet masque can be applied whenever you feel your skin needs an extra boost.
How often should I exfoliate my skin?
Answer: Exfoliation with a facial scrub is best once to twice a week. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) also gently exfoliate the skin and can be used on a daily basis.
What are Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: These are plant and animal derived acids which are used in a variety of skin lotions, serums and creams. These are also used in a concentrated form in chemical skin peeling (by professionals only). The most studied and documentated acids are glycolic and lactic acids. Glycolic acid is derived from sugar cane. Lactic acid is derived from lactose. Glycolic acid and lactic acid are the most widely used acids in skincare. A newly discovered acid, mandelic acid is derived from bitter almonds. This acid can not penetrate so deeply but has antibacterial qualities and is beneficial for sensitive skin.
What are the benefits of using Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) work by gently exfoliating the skin cells. They improve the tone, texture and quality of the skin. As we get older our skin cells take longer to turn over. AHAs help turn over the skin cells improving the smoothness and appearance of the skin.
What skin improvements can I see from using Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
How should I use Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: You should begin by using a low strength product to begin with and gradually build up the usage and strength so your skin gets used to it. It is better to begin to apply in the evening before bed then increasing to twice a day if your skin is tolerant. You must make sure you use a sunscreen as AHAs can make your skin more sun sensitive. Stronger products need to be applied by a professional only.
Can I overuse Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHAs)?
Answer: Yes, you can. It can result in sensitive and irritated skin. You should avoid layering the products; so if your moisturiser has an AHA, don't apply a serum with an AHA.
What can I do to prevent skin damaging and premature ageing?
Answer: UVA and UVB sun rays penetrate unprotected skin causing sun damage such as pigmentation, loss of collagen, fine lines and wrinkles. Wearing a daily sunscreen will help prevent damage and premature ageing. A sunscreen should be part of your skin care routine. Jane Iredale mineral make-up has a good range of tinted moisturisers (SPF 15), BB Creams (up to SPF25) and oil free powder sunscreen (SPF 30).
What other products are beneficial in skincare?
Answer: Vitamins A, C, D, B, E, Hyaluronic acid, Peptides and Beta Hydroxyacids.
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Answer: Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule that is naturally occurring in the skin. It helps to bind water to collagen and has the effect of making skin appear plumper and more hydrated. Unfortunately as we age we lose collagen and hyaluronic acid therefore the skin is more likely to suffer from dehydration. Hyaluronic acid in skin care is great for all skin types even sensitive skin. Those with fine lines, wrinkles and dehydrated skin will benefit the most.
Answer: The concentration of active ingredients in over the counter products are limited so that they are suitable for all skin types to use without a professional skin care consultation. Medi grade products have higher concentrations of active ingredients; they are only prescribed by a qualified skincare professional who have been trained to evaluate whether the product is suitable for each client. Fillmed's Skin Perfusion and Genosys skincare ranges are available through consultation only. Depending on your skin care goals medi-grade skin care products are strong enough to reach and correct skin care concerns than over the counter products.
What order should I apply skin care?
Answer: You should begin with a cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean. If your cleanser does not require you to rinse with water then your next step should be a toner. A toner removes any residue product and freshens your skin. A toner can be skipped if your skin is very sensitive or you have rinsed the cleanser off with water. The next step is a serum and/or moisturiser and finally eye cream.
How can I look after my dry skin?
Answer: You should begin with a creamy or oily cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean. If your using a wash off cleanser you can skip the toner if your skin is dry, pat gently dry with a clean towel. A serum should be applied to the skin, hyaluronic acid is particularly good for dry skin as it is light weight but deeply moisturising. Follow with moisturiser. Daytime add a sunscreen after your moisturiser. For an extra boost you can apply a weekly sheet mask. These sheet masks are impregnated with hyaluronic acid, collagen and aloe vera.
How can I look after my oily skin?
Answer: You should begin with a cleanser, making sure your skin is thoroughly clean and all make-up is removed. A wash off cleanser is preferable, however, you should avoid harsh face washes that strip away surface oils as these tend to exacerbate oily skin. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser. A toner is an important step if you have oily skin as it helps close pores and helps balance oils. Choose a light weight moisturiser or serum if you have oily skin. We like Genosys Problem Control Serum. You should also gently exfoliate and apply a mask to your skin weekly. Clay masks are particularly beneficial for oily and congested skin types as they draw out impurities for clearer smoother skin, regulate sebum production, are antibacterial, shrink and unclog pores.
How can I look after my skin after 40?
Answer: It's important to protect your skin from the damage caused by UV light, so a SPF in your beauty care regime is paramount. Have a good skin care regime, this should include the use of a serum and eye cream. Pharmaceutical skincare products have a higher level of active ingredient so choose these now as part of your skin care regime. Fillmed Skin Perfusion have higher levels of active ingredients book a consultation to have the correct products prescribed for your skin concern. Have a regular facial, facial massage will stimulate your circulation, tone your muscles and LED light therapy will boost collagen production and stimulate elastin. Aim to drink at least 4 glasses of water a day and have a diet rich in fruit and vegetables avoiding processed foods.
How often should you apply a facial masque?
Answer: Facial masques can be applied weekly. A sheet masque can be applied whenever you feel your skin needs an extra boost.
How often should I exfoliate my skin?
Answer: Exfoliation with a facial scrub is best once to twice a week. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) also gently exfoliate the skin and can be used on a daily basis.
What are Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: These are plant and animal derived acids which are used in a variety of skin lotions, serums and creams. These are also used in a concentrated form in chemical skin peeling (by professionals only). The most studied and documentated acids are glycolic and lactic acids. Glycolic acid is derived from sugar cane. Lactic acid is derived from lactose. Glycolic acid and lactic acid are the most widely used acids in skincare. A newly discovered acid, mandelic acid is derived from bitter almonds. This acid can not penetrate so deeply but has antibacterial qualities and is beneficial for sensitive skin.
What are the benefits of using Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) work by gently exfoliating the skin cells. They improve the tone, texture and quality of the skin. As we get older our skin cells take longer to turn over. AHAs help turn over the skin cells improving the smoothness and appearance of the skin.
What skin improvements can I see from using Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
- Improves skin discolouration, age spots, pigmentation
- improves fine lines and wrinkles
- promotes collagen
- helps prevent acne breakouts
- aids production absorption
How should I use Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs)?
Answer: You should begin by using a low strength product to begin with and gradually build up the usage and strength so your skin gets used to it. It is better to begin to apply in the evening before bed then increasing to twice a day if your skin is tolerant. You must make sure you use a sunscreen as AHAs can make your skin more sun sensitive. Stronger products need to be applied by a professional only.
Can I overuse Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHAs)?
Answer: Yes, you can. It can result in sensitive and irritated skin. You should avoid layering the products; so if your moisturiser has an AHA, don't apply a serum with an AHA.
What can I do to prevent skin damaging and premature ageing?
Answer: UVA and UVB sun rays penetrate unprotected skin causing sun damage such as pigmentation, loss of collagen, fine lines and wrinkles. Wearing a daily sunscreen will help prevent damage and premature ageing. A sunscreen should be part of your skin care routine. Jane Iredale mineral make-up has a good range of tinted moisturisers (SPF 15), BB Creams (up to SPF25) and oil free powder sunscreen (SPF 30).
What other products are beneficial in skincare?
Answer: Vitamins A, C, D, B, E, Hyaluronic acid, Peptides and Beta Hydroxyacids.
What is Hyaluronic Acid?
Answer: Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule that is naturally occurring in the skin. It helps to bind water to collagen and has the effect of making skin appear plumper and more hydrated. Unfortunately as we age we lose collagen and hyaluronic acid therefore the skin is more likely to suffer from dehydration. Hyaluronic acid in skin care is great for all skin types even sensitive skin. Those with fine lines, wrinkles and dehydrated skin will benefit the most.