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Which Cosmetic Treatments and Skincare Ingredients are Safe in Pregnancy?

Which Cosmetic Treatments and Skincare Ingredients are Safe in Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is such an exciting and beautiful time in a woman’s life, but it can also be confusing and scary to navigate all of the sudden rule changes about what you can and cannot do. We want to look after ourselves and the baby as well as possible - and for many women a huge part of self-care can often involve medical aesthetic treatments and our beloved skincare routines.

But things do change during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and there are some cosmetic treatments that are better to avoid. Want to understand why you can have one treatment and not another? Read to find out!

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The Basics of Exfoliation
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

The Basics of Exfoliation

Exfoliation is one of those cornerstones of good skincare, but it’s something that is so easy to get wrong and can be very confusing for beginners. It’s one of those things that - when done correctly - can transform your skin into looking smoother, clearer, and fully rejuvenated.

So let’s learn the difference between physical and chemical exfoliation, and learn the basics of adding this into your skincare routine.

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East meets West: All about Asian Skincare
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

East meets West: All about Asian Skincare

This is an article that I have been so excited to write, because it resonates with me. My heritage is half-English, half-Chinese, so I have always been aware that there are slightly different approaches in Eastern versus Western beauty and skin. I’ve become more interested in Asian skincare. This is not just because of my own heritage, but also because it is something that I know has a major presence in the beauty world, but that is not as commonly seen in many medical aesthetic clinics in London. The most popular medical-grade skincare lines used by aesthetic practitioners here are from North America or Europe.

So what are the broad differences - if any - between skincare lines from Asia and the West. And are we missing a trick here by not using them more?

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The Anatomy of a Great Skincare Routine: Let’s Learn the Basics
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

The Anatomy of a Great Skincare Routine: Let’s Learn the Basics

When I first become more and more interested in the world of skincare, I took one look at all the products and routines out there and I was baffled. Why was it so complicated? Why is everyone saying something different? How do I cut through all the noise and just get down to the basics? Well we have done just that for you. We’re going to outline the basics of a great skincare routine for you, and highlight common mistakes we’ve all made.

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Retinoids
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Retinoids

Have you heard about retinoids? Cosmetic doctors, dermatologists, plastic surgeons, and skincare scientists swear by it. Retinoids are often considered a “gold standard” in the treatment of skin rejuvenation due to their ability to increase the rate of cell turnover. They have been clinically proven to help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, shrink the appearance of pore size, smooth out uneven skin tone and texture, as well as diminish the signs of photo-ageing. But how exactly does it work, and how can you safely add it into your skincare routine?

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