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Eat Your Way To Flawless Skin!

Eat Your Way To Flawless Skin! Whether your skin regime is filled with face creams, serums or facials, beautiful skin begins with attention from within. A steady supply of key nutrients via the foods we eat are key in the nourishment of our skin. Having a balanced diet will feed your skin with the vital nutrients that it needs to be hydrated, soft and radiant. Let’s start with maintaining moisture. Fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and are essential in keeping skin thick, supple and moisturised. Fish oil has also been … Continue reading “Eat Your Way To Flawless Skin!”

Be transformed with our makeup services on your special day!

Be transformed with our makeup services on your special day! Let’s face it, you are already naturally beautiful, we are just here to help you spice things up for your big event! It’s arguable that nailing your wedding day makeup look is one of the most important jobs to do before your big day, finding the right artist and look is essential. We offer services for: Brides Brides mothers and bridesmaids Formal makeup Use this time to get to know our work, as well as work together to achieve the look you want for your special day. Here are some preparation … Continue reading

Why Cool Lipo is the best method for stubborn fat loss!

Why Cool Lipo is the best method for stubborn fat loss! Imagine a way to lose stubborn fat without going under a painful procedure involving a knife and loads of recovery time, what a dream. Quick fat loss inventions have been around for decades, they started with the weight loss fat belts in the late 1800s which attempted to jiggle the fat away, then there were sauna pants and then ab toning belts which all unfortunately left the people disheartened and uncomfortable. Well, your fat loss prayers have been answered with our cryolipolysis procedure! Finally, this new innovative procedure … Continue reading

Healthy eating for a healthier gut!

Healthy eating for a healthier gut! The gut is composed of a whole host of unique microbes which affects the physiological functions of our body, enabling it to properly function. Some of these functions includes: Assisting the body to digest specific foods that the stomach or small intestine is unable to digest. Maintaining the wholeness of intestinal mucosa from micro-organism imbalances. Acting as barrier in the immune system. Conserving the production of vitamins B and K. Gut microbes affect the way you store fat, how you balance levels of glucose in your blood, and how you respond to hormones … Continue reading

New Era of Anti-Aging: Plasma Pen

The revolutionary plasma pen is a non-invasive alternative to surgical procedures and would only require 3 to 5 days of downtime. It utilises plasma technology to vaporise the skin without coming into physical contact with it, a tightening effect can be seen immediately afterwards. Fun fact: Plasma technology’s roots actually stem from NASA! So why should one opt for plasma pen rather than surgery? First of all, plasma pen treatments do not involve any form of scalpels, scissors or knife coming into contact with your skin. Perfect for those who feel queasy with blood, needles and all that jazz. There’s … Continue reading

All Hail HIFU – The Non-Surgical Face Lift!

One of the most talked about Facelift treatments right now is the HIFU treatment. HIFU stands for High Intense Focused Ultrasound, and is the non-surgical, non-invasive answer to tighter and firmer skin…. What a dream right? Many people undergo Facelift surgery from around the globe and are always looking for the latest trends to bring back a more youthful appearance. What was once a treatment of painful surgery and cutting, we’ve since found a way to look natural while fighting the signs of aging by using the body’s resources to stimulate new collagen. HIFU can not only reverse … Continue reading

Fat Freezing: No Needles, No Downtime

Fat Freezing: No Needles, No Downtime Cryolipolysis: The name is a tongue twister but oddly enough the concept behind this innovative treatment is rather simple. Fat freezing as the name suggests involves freezing your fat cells through a carefully controlled application which kills those stubborn pockets of fat hanging on your stomach, thighs or waist. Goodbye love handles, I did not love you. So, you’re probably wondering how does this procedure work? Is there any pain involved? What happens to the fat cells after they’re frozen? Fat freezing utilises special vacuumed paddles which are applied to your body … Continue reading

The Benefits of Exfoliating from Head to Toe

The Benefits of Exfoliating from Head to Toe Here at La Peau, we offer two body exfoliation treatments that are highly effective for achieving silky smooth skin. Our Body Polish treatment utilises a blend of extracts of sea salts, vitamins and essential oils in order to boost circulation and detoxify your body. Our Essential Back exfoliation is equally effective, focusing on cleansing the shoulders and back. This is particularly ideal for congested skin that may build up in those hard to reach areas. Both treatments work to remove impurities and ease tension within the skin. Exfoliation is … Continue reading

Why Medik8’s Ultimate Recovery Intense is Essential this Winter

Why Medik8’s Ultimate Recovery Intense is Essential this Winter It’s no surprise that dehydrated skin is a widespread problem that seems to come hand in hand with the cold winter months. Lower temperatures and levels of humidity mean the barrier our skin relies on is more at risk of drying out, leading to compromised and uncomfortable skin. This dryness is activated by a process called Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL), where colder temperatures rob your skin barrier of the moisture it so badly needs to maintain soft and supple skin. This process sounds intimidating but can actually be fought … Continue reading

Winter Dos and Don’ts

Winter Dos and Don’ts Winter temperatures not only impact upon our warmth but also the radiance of our skin. Many typical habits from Summer can actually cause detriment to the health of your skin which is a big problem many aren’t aware of. We give you 3 Dos and Don’ts for your skin this Winter. DOS Use a humidifier The best investment for Winter is a humidifier, not only will it keep your throat and nose feeling more comfortable if you’re suffering from a cold but also aids in preventing your skin from drying out. Moisturise If you’re still experiencing … Continue reading “Winter Dos and Don’ts”