Skin Conditions
Find more information about your skin concerns, possible causes, plus our recommendations on how to treat them.
If you are not sure about your skin type or condition, please book a Skin Health Consultation here.
Ageing
Signs of ageing are a result of the skin’s functioning declining; a person’s collagen production can start to slow down from as early an age as twenty-one!
As collagen slows down, the elastin fibres begin to breakdown over large areas of tissue as well and the skin loses its juicy bounce. Likewise, dead cells are building up on the surface as part of the skin natural defence mechanisms, an armour plate as it were, against the assaults of free radicals and sun damage. These cells accentuate signs of ageing, turning fine lines into wrinkles and making the skin appear crinkly and crepe-like.
There are two fundamental causes of signs of ageing such as wrinkles, fine lines and sagging skin. The first cause is determined by an individual’s genetic makeup, while the second cause is outside influences such as environmental damage, free radicals and poor diet. People for example who are sun worshippers in their younger years or are on yo-yo weight loss diets are especially prone to crepe-like or wrinkled, loose body skin. This is why starting to look after your skin from an early age can be so beneficial.
It is much easier to prevent skin conditions than to revise but it is never too late to start looking after your skin. Most skin care brands will only focus on the surface, temporarily plumping out the wrinkles and lines but not changing the reason they occurred in the first place, meaning they will just return. However, utilising Advanced Skin Treatments in conjunction with paramedical skincare provides long-term results, by getting to the core of the problem and revising the decline that causes skin to age.
Recommended treatments for Ageing:
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The BBL Hero Forever Young treatment addresses the overall appearance of the skin, retexturising the skin surface, reducing the size of pores, hydrating the skin and minimising the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also corrects vascular and pigmentation concerns by addressing any small visible vessels, telangiectasia or flushing, pigmented lesions and other pigmentation issues.
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The ultimate BBL Hero age management treatment. This option addresses the overall appearance of the skin, working to refine skin texture, reduce pore size, boost hydration, and minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also works to correct vascular and pigmentation concerns by addressing any small visible vessels, telangiectasia or flushing, pigmented lesions and other pigmentation issues. SkinTyte provides deep bulk heating to stimulate the tissue at a deep level, producing collagen. This results in tightening of the skin and wrinkle reduction. It also changes the cells’ behaviour to act younger for longer.
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Moxi is a non-ablative, fractional laser resurfacing treatment developed specifically to treat uneven pigmentation, repair sun-damaged skin, correct problematic areas of blemishes or scarring (including Find out more about Moxi Laser herec-section scars), improve overall tone and texture, and also help to regenerate the skin by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Safe for all skin types, anytime of the year.
Find out more about Moxi Laser here
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DMK's focus is improving the long-term health of the skin, not on quick fixes.
The skin chemistry is an ecosystem and functions similarly to a factory, the product that factory produces is what you see on the skin's surface. The DMK concept REMOVE, REBUILD, PROTECT and MAINTAIN works to regulate and enhance the internal functions and structures of the skin to maximum capacity. -
Skin Needling promotes and stimulates collagen production to plump and rejuvenate the skin, refine tone and texture, and reduce pore size. This advanced procedure has proven to be clinically effective to treat or diminish a wide range of skin problems, including dry or patchy skin, oily skin, fine lines and wrinkles, sun damaged skin, superficial age spots, hyperpigmentation, blackheads & whiteheads, acne prone skin & acne scars.
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LED Light Therapy is particularly beneficial in stimulating collagen production for great anti-ageing results (helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles), increasing clarity (reducing inflammation and promoting circulation), and rejuvenating your skin by improving overall moisture retention, hydration and skin texture. This treatment can be used to improve:
• Ageing skin and rejuvenation
• Spots and blemish prone skin/ Acne
• Hyperpigmentation/ Pigmentation
• Red and flushed skin
• Sensitive skin conditions (Psoriasis, Eczema etc)
• Accelerated healing
• Pain and inflammation
• Sun damage
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Reduce early or significant signs of environmental and chronological ageing. This series is designed to reduce the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, tighten and smooth loose, sagging skin, boost hydration and promote a more even skin tone and finer pore size. Each series begins with a full comprehensive skin health consultation, which includes a review of your skin, gut health, and lifestyle.
Pigmentation
Unique in its cause, Pigmentation is the result of the skin’s defensive mechanisms being wrongly triggered. It can often feel like there is no rhyme or reason for the appearance of pigmentation and this can be incredibly frustrating. With the help of one of our talented Skin Technicians, pigmentation can be revised, managed, and prevented.
More than just what determines the colour of your skin, the melanin cells that generate pigment are a defensive mechanism created by the body to protect the DNA strands within a cell from ultraviolet radiation (UVR). However, when the skin’s and body’s systems are dysfunctional any form of trauma can stimulate melanin production.
Successful pigmentation revision requires a treatment program and consistent use of Home Prescriptive products. There is no magic bullet in the revision of pigmentation. Prevention is always easier than revision however as the melanosomes can be spread through all three layers of the skin being as deep as the hyperdermis. This can make it extremely difficult even with transdermal delivery systems and products and laser treatments to penetrate far enough to revise the pigmentation.
Recommended treatments for Pigmentation:
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The BBL Hero Corrective Treatment is a one pass wonder. Treating vascular and pigmentation concerns by correcting any visible vessels, telangiectasias or flushing, pigmented lesions and other pigmentation issues.
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Moxi is a non-ablative, fractional laser resurfacing treatment developed specifically to treat uneven pigmentation, repair sun-damaged skin, correct problematic areas of blemishes or scarring (including c-section scars), improve overall tone and texture, and also help to regenerate the skin by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Safe for all skin types, anytime of the year.
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This course (two) of peel treatments is one of our most advanced skincare therapies and offers the perfect solution for those clients who are wanting to treat hyperpigmentation and melano-hematic pigmentation, signs of ageing, sun damage, acne and dermatitis.
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DMK's focus is improving the long-term health of the skin, not on quick fixes.
The skin chemistry is an ecosystem and functions similarly to a factory, the product that factory produces is what you see on the skin's surface. The DMK concept REMOVE, REBUILD, PROTECT and MAINTAIN works to regulate and enhance the internal functions and structures of the skin to maximum capacity. -
Intense Pulsed Laser (IPL), also known as Photo Facial Rejuvenation, is a laser based skin treatment specially designed to target and treat conditions such as acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, wrinkles, fine lines, facial redness and vascular lesions/veins. Each individual treatment is customised to treat your concern. Book a consultation with one of our IPL specialists to discuss what treatment is needed to give you the very best results.
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Skin Needling promotes and stimulates collagen production to plump and rejuvenate the skin, refine tone and texture, and reduce pore size. This advanced procedure has proven to be clinically effective to treat or diminish a wide range of skin problems, including dry or patchy skin, oily skin, fine lines and wrinkles, sun damaged skin, superficial age spots, hyperpigmentation, blackheads & whiteheads, acne prone skin & acne scars.
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Reduce and remove pigmentation. This series is designed to reduce the appearance of pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun damage. It also works to brighten your skin, boost hydration and promote a more even skin tone and texture. Each series begins with a full comprehensive skin health consultation, which includes a review of your skin, gut health, and lifestyle.
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A 10-day in clinic professionally applied revision series designed to brighten and even out skin tone.
Note: The Bihaku Series has been designed as a follow on treatment series for those clients who have completed the Pigment Series above. Clients wishing to book this series must be using a full DMK home prescription routine and have had a minimun of 3x in clinic DMK enzyme treatments prior to beginning this series.
Acne
There is often more than one cause when it comes to acne meaning there is no quick, one method fix. A chronic inflammatory condition of the hair follicle and its sebaceous gland, acne closely reflects the state of the body’s hormonal and immunity systems. There are both genetic or external triggers such as, birth control pills, cosmetics, hormonal imbalances, medications, picking and squeezing pimples, friction and pressure on the skin, lifestyle and climate conditions.
Some of the best treatments for acne rapidly change the pH of the skin to very low (acid) or to very high (alkaline). An acid formula will ‘harden’ the dead and dying skin very quickly and the brittle cells then ‘pop off.’ An alkaline solution will soften and dissolve the dead and dying skin as well as hair (this is very good for folliculitis conditions). It is vital to follow these treatments with a comprehensive at home regime to restore the skins natural pH levels.
The occasional bump or breakout might not be a big deal to some. Persistent acne, on the other hand, can be a frustrating problem, affecting your self-esteem and confidence. Your feelings about acne may have everything to do with the extent of your skin problem, which can range from mild to severe.
Recommended treatments for Acne:
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The Forever Clear BBL Hero procedure utilises blue, yellow, and infrared light energy to clear acne along with the damage it has caused. Broad Band Light (BBL™) is the world’s most powerful form of Intense Pulsed Light and it works by delivering light energy deep into the skin to target the sebaceous glands and remove acne-causing bacteria. The innovative Forever Clear BBL™ treatment is also designed to stimulate skin cells to regenerate; combatting active acne, promoting a more even skin tone, less noticeable pores and reduction in future outbreaks.
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Moxi is a non-ablative, fractional laser resurfacing treatment developed specifically to treat uneven pigmentation, repair sun-damaged skin, correct problematic areas of blemishes or scarring (including c-section scars), improve overall tone and texture, and also help to regenerate the skin by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Safe for all skin types, anytime of the year.
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DMK's focus is improving the long-term health of the skin, not on quick fixes. The skin chemistry is an ecosystem and functions similarly to a factory, the product that factory produces is what you see on the skin's surface. The DMK concept REMOVE, REBUILD, PROTECT and MAINTAIN works to regulate and enhance the internal functions and structures of the skin to maximum capacity.
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Skin Needling promotes and stimulates collagen production to plump and rejuvenate the skin, refine tone and texture, and reduce pore size. This advanced procedure has proven to be clinically effective to treat or diminish a wide range of skin problems, including dry or patchy skin, oily skin, fine lines and wrinkles, sun damaged skin, superficial age spots, hyperpigmentation, blackheads & whiteheads, acne prone skin & acne scars.
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LED Light Therapy is particularly beneficial in stimulating collagen production for great anti-ageing results (helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles), increasing clarity (reducing inflammation and promoting circulation), and rejuvenating your skin by improving overall moisture retention, hydration and skin texture. This treatment can be used to improve:
• Ageing skin and rejuvenation
• Spots and blemish prone skin/ Acne
• Hyperpigmentation/ Pigmentation
• Red and flushed skin
• Sensitive skin conditions (Psoriasis, Eczema etc)
• Accelerated healing
• Pain and inflammation
• Sun damage
• Well-being -
Take back your complexion. This series is designed to combat bacterial build up, increase lymphatic circulation and detoxification, and soothe redness and inflammation. It also works to brighten your skin and promote a more even skin tone and texture. Each series begins with a full comprehensive skin health consultation, which includes a review of your skin, gut health, and lifestyle.
Redness/Rosacea
Having consistently red, sensitive or inflammed skin is not normal, nor is it a condition that has to be lived with. Skin that is in a reactive state is usually a result of an impaired skin barrier, and though it can take time, it is possible to revise with a comprehensive treatment and Home Prescriptive regime.
Researchers believe that reactive skin conditions such as rosacea and eczema can be hereditary. They can also be caused by environmental factors such as pollution and not just smog, but think in terms of ‘sick building syndrome’, chemicals encountered in the workplace, etc. Fumes from a new carpet, new furniture. Even preservatives in processed foods and chemicals in hygiene products may act as triggers.
Then there are internal triggers, mainly stress which elevates the body’s cortisol levels and over a prolonged period of time this suppresses the immune system, causing inflammatory conditions to occur. This is not just mental stress, there is also physical stress. Fatigue, systemic dehydration or malnutrition, or literal metabolic exhaustion or overexertion from extended travel, rigorous activity or athletic training, or recovery from illness release of pro-inflammatory stress hormones and chemicals. High levels of inflammatory proteins in the tissues slow their regenerative processes, increase the tissues’ rigidity and restrict its healing potential. What this means is the skin’s barrier defence systems (the lymphatic drainage and circulatory systems, immune responses, Langerhans and keratinocyte cells) are breaking down and consequently reactive skin conditions form.
At Bloom Skin Aesthetics we go beyond calming the condition and focus on bringing the skin’s function back to homeostasis so it can cease being reactive. Skin is not as fragile or sensitive as we are led to believe. It is a strong organ designed to protect us and it has the amazing ability to regenerate itself.
Recommended treatments for Redness/Rosacea:
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The BBL Hero Corrective Treatment is a one pass wonder. Treating vascular and pigmentation concerns by correcting any visible vessels, telangiectasias or flushing, pigmented lesions and other pigmentation issues.
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Moxi is a non-ablative, fractional laser resurfacing treatment developed specifically to treat uneven pigmentation, repair sun-damaged skin, correct problematic areas of blemishes or scarring (including c-section scars), improve overall tone and texture, and also help to regenerate the skin by stimulating collagen and elastin production. Safe for all skin types, anytime of the year.
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DMK's focus is improving the long-term health of the skin, not on quick fixes. The skin chemistry is an ecosystem and functions similarly to a factory, the product that factory produces is what you see on the skin's surface. The DMK concept REMOVE, REBUILD, PROTECT and MAINTAIN works to regulate and enhance the internal functions and structures of the skin to maximum capacity.
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Intense Pulsed Laser (IPL), also known as Photo Facial Rejuvenation, is a laser based skin treatment specially designed to target and treat conditions such as acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, wrinkles, fine lines, facial redness and vascular lesions/veins. Each individual treatment is customised to treat your concern. Book a consultation with one of our IPL specialists to discuss what treatment is needed to give you the very best results.
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LED Light Therapy is particularly beneficial in stimulating collagen production for great anti-ageing results (helps minimize fine lines and wrinkles), increasing clarity (reducing inflammation and promoting circulation), and rejuvenating your skin by improving overall moisture retention, hydration and skin texture. This treatment can be used to improve:
• Ageing skin and rejuvenation
• Spots and blemish prone skin/ Acne
• Hyperpigmentation/ Pigmentation
• Red and flushed skin
• Sensitive skin conditions (Psoriasis, Eczema etc)
• Accelerated healing
• Pain and inflammation
• Sun damage
• Well-being -
Rebalance and strengthen your skin barrier. This series is designed to treat red, inflammed and reactive skin conditions by restoring the impaired skin barrier, encouraging lymphatic drainage and circulatory function, and hydrating the skin. It focuses on bringing the skin’s function back to homeostasis so it can cease being reactive. It also works to brighten and plump the skin, and promote a more even skin tone and texture. Each series begins with a full comprehensive skin health consultation, which includes a review of your skin, gut health, and lifestyle.
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