Skin care — blog

HORMONE RESTORATION One area of compounding that we are involved in is hormone restoration using bio -identical hormones . These are plant based and converted into the various hormones… progesterone, oestrogen, testosterone, pregnenolone, melatonin, thyroid hormone, DHEA to name a few!   WHAT DOES BIOIDENTICAL MEAN? Bio -identical meaning just that … they are identified by our body’s as like our own so therefore fit into the body like a lock and key…

So PEA is a fabulous molecule that we make into capsules or into a cream you can absorb via your skin. It is otherwise known as the BLISS molecule having cannabinoid like properties whilst not being a cannabinoid (so no need to get a dr prescription for this one.  You also find PEA in certain foods such as egg yolks and turkey.  It assists with inflammation, pain and additionally with alleviating anxiety .. by boosting those feel good vibes. So it works marvellously to help you get your zest for life back, lose a few kilos and get out and...

Peptides for smoother younger looking faces!! Call in and try our new eye cream-gel which contains the latest anti-ageing ingredient available, heptapeptide-8.     When to use ? It is the most soothing and plumping product which can be applied at night before bed over the hyaluronic & vitamin C serum (or the high potency niacinamide serum ) to lock the moisture in.   How does this peptide work in our skin? Heptapeptide-8 is known to mimic laminin -5, an essential component of the epidermal-dermal layer of the skin. As we age, this layer flattens which means that the skin ‘metabolism’...