You may have used acne or breakouts interchangeably, but what do they really mean? Not all types of acne spread across the skin. Get an oxygen facial to help clear your acne!

The primary cause of clogged pores cause acne. Clogged pores may be due to:

• Excess production of oil
• Hormones
• Dead skin cells
• Ingrown hairs
• Bacteria

Acne is typically associated with hormonal fluctuations experience during teenage years. Unfortunately, acne does not disappear for all adults. Many adults still experience acne, making it one of the most common skin conditions for all humans.

There are different stage/types of acne including:

• Black heads
• White heads
• Papules
• Pustules
• Nodules
• Cysts

It is possible to have multiple types of acne at once, while some people experience severe enough acne that they require visits to the dermatologist.

For the best way to keep your skin clear, is to follow the tips on a daily skincare routine and invest in good quality products. You should also consider getting yourself an oxygen facial.

Noninflammatory acne
Noninflammatory acne includes blackheads and whiteheads. This type of acne does not typically cause swelling and can respond well to over the counter treatments. Products featuring salicylic acid can also be beneficial to decrease whiteheads and black heads. Salicylic acid helps exfoliates the skin by removing dead skin cells. Check these products out.

Blackheads
Blackheads are open comedones clogged by a combination of sebum and dead skin cells. The top of the pore stays open while the rest is clogged. This gives it a characteristic black colour on the surface.

White Heads
Whiteheads are close comedones that are clogged by sebum and dead skin cells. The top of the pore closes up creating a small bump protruding from the skin.

Inflammatory Acne
Pimples that are red and swollen are considered as inflammatory acne. Sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells contribute to inflammatory acne. Bacteria causes infection beneath the skin’s surface that accumulates to cause painful acne spots that are hard to get rid of. Products including those featuring benzoyl-peroxide may help reduce swelling and eliminate bacteria. It can remove excess sebum and combat inflammatory papules and pustules. Check out some acne targeted products here.

• Papules occur when walls surround your pores break down from severe inflammation. This creates hard and clogged pores.
• Pustules form when walls around your pores break down and fill with pus.
• Nodules happen when clogged, swollen pores endure further irritation that grow larger. Nodules are deeper underneath the skin than other inflammatory acne.

Cysts
Cysts may develop when pores are clogged with a combination of bacteria, sebum, and dead skin cells. Cysts develop even further down in the skin and cause large red or white bumps. They are the largest form of acne that results from a severe infection.

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Did you know that the face colour of a healthy skin is now our weekly giveaway promotion on our Facebook page? All you need to do is enter the draw by Liking & Sharing this post on our Insta and Facebook. Then, a lucky winner is drawn every week Thursday night at 8pm.

The face colour of a healthy skin look refers to the 6 different colour facials that are designed to target various skin problems.

Exercise has also proven to be one of the best things you can do for your inner and outer health. A daily rising of the heart rate increases circulation, improves your health, and can clear up your skin. Learn more about the top habits to have for clear skin here. 

However, what should we do to protect our skin before and after a workout?

Your skin is the first, and debatably, the most important barrier from the environment around you. It is the largest organ in your body and affects you in many ways you may not have considered.

Your Skin Physically Protects You

The skin health extends beyond appearance as it performs a myriad of essential tasks for your body. It acts as the primary defence against everything that surround your body daily. It is a complex organ that works constantly to protect you from viruses, fungi, and bacteria. The skin also protects you from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation that can cell damage.

Your skin produces Vitamin D

If your skin is health, it produces vitamin D when exposed to the sun. Vitamin D is vital to keep the human body functioning ideally. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that along with appearing in certain foods, mostly enters our system through sunlight. Sun rays trigger vitamin D synthesis within the skin, that then helps maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D also modulates cell growth, boosts immune function, and reduces inflammation.  Individuals who suffer from vitamin D deficiency have higher chances of getting cancer, osteoporosis, and other long-term conditions.

Your Skin regulates your body temperature

This large organ also works continuously to keep your body temperature at a constant level. Healthy skin reacts better to environmental changes to ensure your body functions optimally. It regulates the body’s temperature through its immense blood supply. Blood vessels will either dilate to allow for heat loss or constrict to retain heat.

Beauty on the inside and out!

The appearance of your skin is also a big indicator of your overall health and wellness. If you are feeling tired, over worked, sick, nauseous, or similar, your skin will be the first portrayer of your physical state.

 Keeping your body healthy overall is a key way of keeping your skin healthy. If you are looking particularly pale or flushed, this may be your bodies signal that it requires more hydration, iron, sleep, or a change in surroundings.

Therefore, keeping your skin healthy and keeping your insides healthy is intrinsically linked. That is why you should check out the top skincare habits that go beyond a daily beauty regimen.

Mental Health and Skincare

Have you ever had those days when you are suddenly more confident? Clear skin can frequently be the mental boost we need to feel like we can achieve anything. Keeping our skin healthy can also help keep our mental health strong.

That is why a good skincare routine is vital. Skin is in a constant state of growth, with old cells dying and being replaced by new cells. A daily cleansing and regular skin care routine can not only help remove those old dying cells but give you the opportunity to wash away the day’s troubles. The regimen can help ensure you are using high quality natural ingredients to give yourself the care you deserve. Take time to pamper yourself and your skin, and you will find that the vital me-time will be reflected in more than just your skin.

Get your very own skin analysis now!

To book a professional skin analysis with the Observ 520, call us on 0432 574 555 to arrange an in-depth consultation with one of our beauty care planner.

While you may be familiar with tweezing or waxing your eyebrows, threading is one of the most popular options for any facial hair removal. Threading has been the primary mode of hair removal in Asia for centuries. It consists of rolling twisted cotton thread over the hairs which rip each follicle right out of the pore. While it sounds scary and painful, here are 7 things you should know before making a threading appointment. 

Eyebrow threading is not as painful as you think 

While ripping out individual hairs with a thread sounds painful, it is considered one of the gentlest forms of hair removal. People tend to experience an unusual sensation, however without much pain, if you are uncertain, simply ask your threading expert to test patch on the back of your hand to accustom to it. 

It gives the sculpted look 

The beautiful sculpted, yet precisely finished eyebrows that are in fashion now have been created by threading. Eyebrow threading is about precision.  Even the smallest hair van be caught and excavated by the thread. The shape of the brow can also easily be dictated, by either removing one hair at a time or a line instead.

Threading is extremely efficient 

With a skilled threading expert, you can get your eyebrows or facial threading time done in record time. Experienced beauticians can shape and sculpt your brows in as little. The speed and precision of this treatment makes it a favourite for any facial hair upkeep. Experienced beauticians can shape and sculpt your brows in as little as 10 minutes, and if your eyebrows are well kept it can be even less! The speed and precision of this treatment makes it a favourite for any facial hair upkeep. 

Minimal upkeep 

Unlike tweezing or waxing your eyebrows that can result in hairs of different lengths remaining in your skin, threading ensures all the hair is removed at its follicle. This also means that the hair grows back at the same rate and only minimal tweezing will be required after a couple of weeks. Professionals advise to rebook a threading session 5 to 6 weeks to upkeep the sculpted look. 

It costs the same as waxing 

If you are thinking of switching from waxing, then you at least will not have to change your monthly budgeting. Depending where you go, waxing and threading tend to be around the same price. A classic 10 minute shaping session will set you back around $30.

It is the gentlest form of hair removal 

Since the cotton threads pull out the hair by the follicle, your skin remains well out of harms way. There is minimal chance of irritation since there is no pulling or staining on the skin. This means sensitive skin benefits from not being left raw (as it would after waxing) or painful (as it may after tweezing). 

It is best suited for the face 

Due to its precision, threading is best suited for hair removal of a facial hair. It is not a great option for any other part of the body as it would take too long. Waxing or laser are better suited for larger areas. Learn about the laser options here.

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Did you know there are several different types of wrinkles? In this post we will break down some of the most common ones and the top tips on how to treat them to rejuvenate your skin and keep you looking glowing and healthy. 

Two types of wrinkles that develop as you age include dynamic and static wrinkles.

Dynamic wrinkles develop from repeated facial movements. Puckering your lips around a cigarette or straw will cause lip lines, laughter and smiling encourage smile lines, while excessive frowning will bring our ridges in your forehead. 

Static wrinkles occur from the loss of elasticity as we age, and the slow win of gravity. 

While wrinkles are frequently fought against and many individuals spend thousands of dollars on cosmetic procedures or products, they should be celebrated. Wrinkles can tell the story of our lives and our disposition; they share the years we have seen and experiences we have had. They are proof that we have lived a life longer than most of our ancestors could have ever dreamed of.

Despite this, if we want to keep our faces and bodies looking youthful and healthy, there are a few things you can do to decrease the prominence of wrinkles as we age.  Our skin changes as we age, and at every stage of our lives our skin requires different care, so check out this post.

Here are four ways to decrease wrinkles:

• Protect and repair

• Make healthy lifestyle choices

Your everyday choices are one of the primary causes of the appearances of skin. For this reason, make sure to check out our post all about healthy lifestyle choices that can impact your physical wellness and skin appearance. Drinking plenty of water and eating regular portions of fruits and vegetables are key in keeping your body hydrated and filled with adequate nutrition. 

• Choose products by skin condition

Be mindful to adjust your skincare routine according to your current skin needs and remove or add products depending on your current concerns and time of the year. When buying new products, focus on investing in high quality ingredient products that will help nourish your skin and avoid these key eight toxic ingredients. 

• Adjust crease-causing habits

For more information about protecting your skin, check out our other posts about the best products to use to keep your skin looking healthy and vibrant no matter what age you are at.

Why Calendula?

Calendula is an ingredient of interest in the medical researches for skin healing and improvement. To benefit from Calendula properties, the skin should be massaged to promote the absorption. Infused in a cleanser such as the NO FACE Royal Botanical Cleanser, would enable customers to benefit from the Calendula and other floral properties while massaging the skin during face washing. 

Calendula has UV protection properties

A 2012 laboratory study found that calendula oil had natural SPF properties. Even though it’s hard to make sunscreen purely out of calendula, its properties make it an ideal ingredient to help the skin against the UV damages.

Calendula for wounds

Calendula might accelerate wound healing. Research in 2013 suggests that using aloe vera or calendula ointment along with standard care sped up episiotomy recovery time.

Calendula for acne

Some people use calendula to treat acne. One laboratory study found that calendula extract may be useful in treating and preventing acne vulgaris.

Calendula for eczema

One study found it can help relieve pain from dermatitis in people receiving radiation for breast cancer.

Calendula oil for better skin

Calendula might improve the overall appearance of your skin. One study found that a cream containing calendula extract may promote skin hydration and firmness, but more research is needed.

It’s also speculated that calendula might help treat contact dermatitis, which includes reactions to poison ivy.

Try out this facial cleanser infused with Calendula Floral Collagen for only $59.

Your Skin Physically Protects You

The skin health extends beyond appearance as it performs a myriad of essential tasks for your body. It acts as the primary defence against everything that surround your body daily. It is a complex organ that works constantly to protect you from viruses, fungi, and bacteria. The skin also protects you from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation that can cell damage.

Generally, peptides are safe for all skin types and are primarily used to smoothen out fine lines, and clear up skin. These short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks of proteins such as collagen, elastin, and keratin. They boost communication within our skin to allow it to recover faster and remain supple.

There are however different types of peptides, so knowing what they are and their impacts on the skin can help you understand your skin needs. Luckily, many products have created multi peptide solutions to target several problems.

Check out this multi peptide moisturiser that can be an excellent addition to your daily skincare routine.

How do peptides work?

Different peptides have different roles. Collecting all the products that contain peptides and putting them on your skin will not automatically eliminate wrinkles. Since peptides are messengers their contribution to slowing aging and wrinkles is a little bit more complex. Think of peptides as signals sent to your body to heal itself, and in the case of skin, signals to produce more collagen.

In other circumstances such as an injury, peptides will be the messengers letting your body know to focus its energy to repair structures in your foot or hand. This is why, by adding peptides to your face during your skin care routine in the form of moisturiser or serum, you will trick your body into paying attention to this area.

Through simulating an injury or wound, these additional peptides will stimulate collagen boosts. This will encourage your skins production of collagen and hyaluronic acid. These work together to plump your skin and strengthening a healthy skin barrier.

Not all peptides are equal 

There are hundreds of peptides that exist within our bodies playing different roles. Here are some of the different types of peptides employed in boosting skin appearance.

Carrier peptides deliver trace minerals that help to boost collagen,

Enzyme inhibitor peptides work to slow down the skins natural break down of collagen.

Signal peptides send messages to various parts of the skin to boost collagen, elastic, and other protein production.

Neurotransmitter peptides block the release of chemicals that cause muscle contraction of expression lines.

What are copper peptides? 

One of the most powerful and impactful peptide treatments used in skincare are copper peptides. Copper is naturally found in our bodies and is an essential nutrient to help form red blood cells. Copper peptides have been found to be related to degenerative diseases.

The copper peptides are also responsible for the creation of collagen and elastin. The topical copper peptides have been found to not only help to boost the creation, but also help maintain the collagen. Some evidence has been found that copper peptides also encourage your skins cycles to remove damaged collagen and elastin. Unfortunately, in studies it has rarely been compared to other peptides or other ingredients containing such powerful antioxidants.

Check out our NO FACE skincare range:

No Face provides a range of products targeted at anti-aging, with powerful peptides as prime ingredients. Whatever peptide infused treatment you use, ensure to use high SPF sunscreen to protect your face from UV rays that accelerate the production of free radicals.  This daily moisturiser is a fantastic option for all around daily moisturiser and multi peptide booster!

You might also interested in this article: Why do Peptides benefit our skin.

For the great news announced by the government yesterday, all beauty services are set to reopen on the 1st of June. 

Our team at Wonderlab misses you all beauties so much!!! We are counting down the days...But, it will be a little bit different before the lockdown. There will be new regulations put in place that everyone needs to follow to ensure all of our clients and staff feel safe and protected during their time in Wonderlab. We have completed and followed to the Department of Health a COVID-19 safety plan checklist before our reopening. 

Here are what you need to know right now:

1. Our top priority is the health of team members, clients, and partners.
2. For the first 4 weeks, we are not accepted WALK-INS, all of our treatment services are by appointment only.
3. Our salon trading hours are run as normal from Monday to Sunday, 10-6pm. 
4. We will have to do the temperature screening for clients before they enter the salon.
5. We will promote cashless payments. However, if cash is exchanged, hands should be washed with soap and water, or use a hand sanitiser after handling money.
6. The WonderLAB team will wear a mask at all times.
7. We will be slotting in 15 minutes between all appointments and recommending that all clients come alone. This will give plenty of time for a client to leave the salon and not come in contact with another client.
8. We highly recommend our clients to download the Covidsafe app and will remind them not to come if they are feeling unwell.
9. We are taking extra precautions with all door handles, surfaces, the tools, and machine are also disinfected fully at all times.
10. As general practice every evening the salon is thoroughly cleaned with a high-level medical surface disinfectant.
11. Our hands are washed throughout the day, Hand sanitiser is available for clients. The chairs, beds, instruments, and surfaces are disinfected after each client.   

We at Wonderlab Beauty are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely and are committed to upholding the highest standards of client service and performance.

Want to keep your skin healthy and thriving? If you suffer from acne, you should opt for the acne management program. The client case study is based on a client who had severe acne for over five years. After three months of this management program, the acne cleared, and the skin began to repair itself.

Mother’s Day special: Gift her glowing skin, Buy 2 Get 1 FREE. Add any 3 products to your cart and the cheapest item will be FREE.  We can help with the right products for mum or if your choosing yourself – a line of scientific natural anti-aging clean skincare products are suitable for most skin types together with a little luxury BABOR skincare products to give her a fantastic pamper experience this Mother's Day. 

Our health and well being are closely interlinked with how others, and we see each other. This is why you should invest time not only to your beauty routine but take care of your inner peace. Here are five ways easy ways to take care of yourself on the inside, so the beauty shine right on out.