We are excited to announce the addition of the Ultraformer MPT, the latest innovation in non-surgical skin tightening, to our clinic. Our experienced and skilled staff are proud to offer this cutting-edge technology, ensuring that our clients receive the best and most up-to-date treatments available.

Our Ultraformer III has now been retired. As we say goodbye to version 3 and hello to Ultraformer MPT (also known as Ultraformer version 4) we continue to celebrate the incredible non-surgical facelifts results our clients have achieved. In fact, with the introduction of Ultraformer, traditional facelifts have long now been in decline, due to the availability of this incredibly safe and highly effective technology. If you’re looking for a solution to sagging or crepey skin, without the invasiveness and lengthy downtime that comes with radical surgery – discover the benefits of Ultraformer MPT!

ULTRAFORMER continues to be the World’s No. 1 System for ultrasound lifting, tightening and contouring, is widely used, with over 1 million treatments performed worldwide.

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What is Ultraformer MPT?

The Ultraformer MPT, also known as Version 4, represents a significant advancement over the previous Ultraformer III model. Utilising the latest in ultrasound technology, this device effectively tightens and lifts the skin by targeting deeper layers, making it an excellent choice for those looking to reduce skin laxity and wrinkles without surgery.

Why Choose Ultraformer MPT Over Ultraformer III?

While the Ultraformer III has been a reliable tool for over seven years in our clinic, with the release of the Ultraformer MPT we were blown away with distinct advantages that the development of the latest Ultraformer have introduced (and we had to have it) :

• Greater Efficacy: More effective at fat destruction.
• Reduced Treatment Time: Nearly three times faster.
• Improved Comfort: Less pain during the procedure – next to none.
• Superior Skin Quality: Notable improvements in skin texture and quality.

Key Benefits of Ultraformer MPT

• Advanced Technology: The Ultraformer MPT employs micropulse technology, delivering energy 25 times finer than its predecessor. This results in more precise and effective treatment.
• Faster and More Comfortable: The treatment time ranges from just 2 to 25 minutes, depending on the targeted area, and it is 2.5 times faster than Ultherapy or HIFU. Additionally, it is significantly more comfortable than both the Ultraformer III, HIFU and Ultherapy.
• Enhanced Results: The Ultraformer MPT excels in sculpting the jawline, reducing under-chin fat, and tightening the skin. It also improves skin texture and quality by delivering superficial ultrasound energy.
• Non-Invasive: This treatment uses sound waves to tighten all layers of the skin without the risks or recovery time associated with lasers. It effectively treats double chins by selectively destroying fat and tightening the skin beneath the chin.

How does Ultraformer work?

The Ultraformer works by using focused ultrasound energy, or heat energy to coagulate temperatures to the deeper layers of skin. This encourages the growth of new collagen over a period of weeks and months post-procedure. Through the regeneration of collagen, wrinkles are eliminated and the skin becomes firmer and noticeably lifted.

Ultraformer is widely used with over 1 million treatments performed worldwide. It has become the treatment of choice for patients who are not yet ready or willing to undergo surgery. This fills a huge gap in the market and is suitable for people from 30 years of age all the way up to 80.

Ultraformer III is the premium multi-functional ultrasound device, offering both face and neck tightening and body contouring in one system. Find out more about the Ultraformer MPT

What does Ultraformer MPT treat?

The Ultraformer MPT treatment can be performed on the face, neck, chin, jawline, brows and areas of the body that are wrinkling or sagging, such as your armpits, stomach, and thighs. Furthermore, Ultraformer can perform whole-body contouring on regions such as décolletage, arm, abdomen, flank, thigh, axilla, lower leg, ankle and back.

Benefits of the treatment include face lifting, skin tightening, minimised wrinkles and pores, V-line forming, skin tone improvement, and an overall laxity improvement. High-peak power means ultrasound energy is delivered effectively into the target area without heat diffusion to surrounding tissue. This produces the best clinical results, faster treatment times and increased comfort during treatment.

Engineered with endless capabilities offering endless combinations of treatment regimens, the ULTRAFORMER MPT is suitable for patients with the following concerns:

• Loose and sagging skin
• Skin folds
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Signs of ageing
• Decrease in skin elasticity
• V-line contouring

Who is Ultraformer MPT for?

The Ultraformer MPT is the treatment of choice for patients who are not yet indicated or not willing to undergo surgery. This fills a huge gap in the market and captures an audience of people from 30 years of age all the way to 80.

Is there any Downtime with Ultraformer MPT?

Ultraformer MPT is a complete package that allows patients to notice improvements even after the first treatment and saves them the significant downtime associated with surgery. An added bonus is that it takes 30 minutes to perform and can be done in a lunchtime break with no downtime, minimal side effects and is almost completely pain-free.

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Ultraformer MPT Results

The results speak for themselves

What our Ultraformer clients say

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At Skin Clinic Blyss, we are committed to providing our clients with the most advanced and effective treatments. Our team of experts are dedicated to helping you achieve your desired results with the utmost care and professionalism.

Discover the benefits of the Ultraformer MPT for yourself. Schedule an appointment today (see our Booking options) and experience the latest in non-surgical skin tightening technology.

Book Online today or call 96648011 to book your consultation and take the first step towards rejuvenated, youthful skin.

How does RF Needling work?

Radio Frequency (RF) Needling combines two modalities, micro-needling and radio frequency (RF) energy to lift and tighten skin. Skin Needling and Radio Frequency are both well-established treatments that are often performed individually to induce new collagen and improve the skin.

During the treatment, your skin is thoroughly cleansed and photos will be taken. The depth of penetration is programmed into the device dependent on the areas we are treating and the concerns of your skin. The device tip is moved over your entire face which causes slight redness. A healing balm will be applied immediately post-treatment and we will send you home with aftercare instructions.

RF Needling has had outstanding success for all skin types with a very low risk of side effects. The depth of needle penetration can be adjusted based on the treatment target areas with outstanding results in skin lifting, pore size reduction, skin tightening and overall rejuvenation.

What does it target?

Secret RF Micro-Needling works to improve skin texture, rejuvenate the skin, improve scarring, and deliver an all-around youthful complexion.

Benefits include:

• Upper lip lines
• Skin creepiness in the under-eye area
• Reduces enlarged pores
• Hyperpigmentation
• Minimises fine lines
• Delivers a more youthful complexion
• Thickens skin by delivering RF technology to the deep layers of skin
• Remodels collagen
• Lightens scarring

Book with Skin Clinic Blyss today and amplify your
glow for the upcoming silly season festivities! 

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How many treatments will I need?
  For best results, we recommend 2 – 5 treatments at 4-week intervals.
  
  
• What should I do before my treatment?
  Prior to any treatment, we ask you to refrain from direct sun exposure and that you are using the correct home care to prepare your skin for the treatment.
  
  
• Is RF Needling painful?
  Most patients report a discomfort level of 3/10. To alleviate this, we will offer you cool air from a machine called a zimmer.
  
  
• What is the recovery time?
  This is dependent on the depth that we treat you, on leaving the clinic you will appear flushed similar to a gym workout and may feel a slight throb (similar to a sunburn). Superficial treatments will have no residual redness the next day where as with deeper treatments used to treat scarring and deeper lines, you may appear red for 2 days.

RF Micro-Needling in action

Secret RF Micro-Needling Treatments at Skin Clinic Blyss

Also known simply as RF Needling, the Secret Micro-Needle Fractional RF (radio frequency) System is the ideal technology for skin lifting, tightening and rejuvenation by utilising minimally invasive micro-needles to deliver controlled RF energy directly into various depths of the skin. BOOK FOR CHRISTMAS

As if pandemic-related stress breakouts weren’t bad enough. We want you to emerge in post-lockdown bliss in your best skin yet. Here’s our top four, simple but very effective tips you can start today.

So, what is ‘Maskne’?

As the name suggests, maskne is a type of breakout that results from wearing a face mask. Maskne is acne formed in areas due to friction, pressure, stretching, rubbing or occlusion.

TIP ONE: Cleanse, Morning and Night

Be sure you are using a gentle cleanser, morning and night. Prolonged mask-wearing may be making your skin feel especially dry. To effectively wash away the day while protecting your skin affected by maskne, opt for a gentle cleanser. It will clean away dirt and impurities without stripping away natural oils.

TIP TWO: Moisture

An obvious step for any skincare regime. The right moisturiser will not only help nourish and hydrate the skin but will also work as a creamy barrier between your mask and your skin – protecting your skin from the bacteria that can build up in masks over the day.

TIP THREE: Introduce a Different Kind of Mask

You’ve been donning your face masks for too long, it’s time to bring back the BEST kind of mask – skincare! A nourishing, restorative Mask can help repair your skin barrier helping maintain your skin integrity, locking in all the good and keeping out the nasties.

TIP FOUR: Wash Your Face

Be honest, how often do you wash your mask? Bacteria, skin cells, oils and moisture can build up inside your mask, causing maskne. If you are using disposables, these should be replaced daily.

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BONUS TIP – Nothing clears congestion from prolonged mask-wearing quite like the HydraFacial!

HydraFacial is an amazing technology that delivers the results of an advanced facial in under 30 minutes. HydraFacial is so much more than just another facial. It’s an experience. A pleasure. A feeling. And a confidence booster. It focuses on the unique philosophy of ‘Skin Health for Life’. Hydrafacial is about much more than just great looking, healthy skin. When our skin looks good and feels good, we feel good too. That’s the difference you get with a HydraFacial.

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We’re are back. It’s Time To Spoil Your Skin!

We are thrilled to finally announce that the Clinic doors are open, our Treatment Rooms are prepped and ready and our Team is back to nourish and nurture your skin!

We want to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful clients who have supported Skin Clinic Blyss through lockdown – you are all amazing!

We’re back baby. Is your skin in need of the Skin Clinic Blyss touch? Together we’ll embark on your journey to radiant, healthy skin.

To book your advanced skin treatment, you can book online or email reception@skinclinicblyss.com.au/staging. ⁠

In a self-regulated industry like skin care and skin treatment, it’s important to know the qualification of the skin therapist or clinician that is treating you. It is a bit of a minefield out there with titles including beautician, beauty therapist, dermal therapist, dermal clinician to name a few. So here it is – broken down for you so that you are able to ask the right questions before you put your skin health.

What is a Beautician?

A beautician will hold a Certificate III in Beauty Services. This requires 6 months of study and will perform hair removal, makeup application, spray tans, tinting, manicures and pedicures, simple facials and massage

What is a Beauty Therapist?

A beauty therapist will hold a Certificate IV or Diploma of Beauty Therapy. In 12 months a beauty therapist will learn about all of the body systems and is able to offer a range of non-medical customised services that can include massage, traditional facials, manicures, pedicures hair removal, waxing and more.

What is a Dermal Therapist?

A dermal therapist will hold a Graduate or Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic Dermal Science. A dermal therapist focuses on skin, cosmetic procedures and the basics of cosmeceutical science. A Dermal therapists (don’t confuse this with a dermal clinician) scope of practice includes laser and light based treatments, epidermal resurfacing procedures and microneedling.

What is a Dermal Clinician?

A dermal clinician requires a 4 year Bachelor Degree. Dermal Clinicians specialise in skin management and non-surgical treatments to assist with acute and chronic skin conditions, disorders and diseases. Study involves skin and wound biology, dermatological conditions and their management, physics, chemistry, psychology and general anatomy and physiology – as every system of the body can affect skin health. There is also a focus on public health, risk management, tissue interactions as well as advanced therapies including lasers and light, chemical peeling, dermoscopy, nutrition and post surgical wound care.

Skin Clinic Blyss Team – Dermal Therapists and Dermal Clinicians in Randwick, Sydney

At Skin Clinic Blyss, our team of Dermal Clinicians, Dermal Therapists, Registered Nurse and Reception and clientele services are committed and proud in what we do and look forward to meeting you in our clinic soon. 

Meet The Team

We’re here for your skin!

Having skin issues and need some professional advice? Book a skin consultation with one of our expert dermal clinicians or dermal therapists, who can talk you through any concerns you might have and prescribe effective solutions. ⁠

To book, we offer three options for you: 1) Book directly online, 2) Submit a Booking Enquiry with your preferred time and day and we will arrange your appointment, or 3) Chat with our team on (02) 9664 8011.

 Jodie King BDSc Jodie is the Founder & Director of Skin Clinic Blyss, is an experience Dermal Clinician (Bch Dermal Science), and has been practicing in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs for 28 years. Read Jodie’s Journey to Becoming a Dermal Clinician.

Don’t forget, ENJOY FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ONLINE ORDERS UNTIL THE END OF LOCKDOWN!

What’s in the Aspect Dr Skincare Starter Kit

We realise you’re stuck at home, but Dr Google, your bestie with amazing skin or an online beauty forum are not the places to find skincare suitable for YOUR skin! If you’re not a skincare professional, leave diagnosing your skin concern to the experts.

Aspect Dr Deep Clean 30ml

• Assists with hydration and micro-exfoliation, improving skin tone and texture.
• Soothes and comforts the skin, whilst fighting free radical damage to combat the visible signs of ageing.
• Contains Lanablue (an algae), known for its Retinol mimicking ability.

Aspect Dr Active C Serum 15ml

Aspect Dr Active C is the perfect addition to all skin types, especially dry and reactive or sensitive skins.

Dr Aspect Active C also suits skins suffering rosacea and works well with Dr Aspect Redless. Safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding mums.

• Helps illuminate and protect skin from free radical damage.
• Provides potent antioxidant protection to fight the visible signs of ageing.
• Maximises hydration levels and elasticity for a plump, more youthful appearance.
• Soothes and comforts the skin.

Aspect Dr Exfol A Plus 15ml

Dr Aspect Exfol A Plus Serum is a concentrated Vitamin A and exfoliating treatment for the treatment of acne, congestion, ageing, dull, thickened or pigmented skins.

Not recommended for reactive skins or women that are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Retinol helps to minimise all signs of ageing, such as fine lines & wrinkles, sagging, loss of firmness and pigmentation. It also works to address problem skin concerns such as blemishes, congestion and regular breakouts.
• Hydrates and smooths the skin’s surface.

Aspect Dr Resveratrol Moisturiser 15g

Aspect Dr Resveratrol Moisturising Cream is one of the most hydrating creams you will find on the market. It soothes the skin, while softening and balancing. This moisturiser is magnificently creamy, but doesn’t feel greasy.

• A potent bioavailable active.
• Contains superior antioxidant properties that help to combat free radical damage and the visible signs of ageing.
• A rejuvenating peptide blend that helps to firm the surface of the skin.
• Antioxidant-rich complex of Vitamin E.

What are the benefits?

• Opportunity to road test professional Aspect Dr hero products before you commit to the full-size products.
• Smaller sizes are great for fitting into your beauty case
• Suitable for all skin types
• Powerful anti-ageing formulas
• Antioxidant protection
• Smoothing and exfoliating
• Hydrating and nourishing

We’re here for your skin

Having an iso skin crisis and need some professional advice? Book a virtual skin consultation with one of our expert clinicians, who can talk you through any concerns you might have and prescribe effective solutions, whilst you’re at home. ⁠

To book, you can book online or email reception@skinclinicblyss.com.au/staging with your preferred time and day and we will send you a zoom link to discuss your needs.⁠

Bad habit: Self-skin diagnosis

We realise you’re stuck at home, but Dr Google, your bestie with amazing skin or an online beauty forum are not the places to find skincare suitable for YOUR skin! If you’re not a skincare professional, leave diagnosing your skin concern to the experts.

Solution:

Book yourself in for a virtual consultation (you can book online or email reception@skinclinicblyss.com.au/staging with your preferred time and day and we will send you a zoom link to discuss your needs) with one of our expert skin clinicians to discuss any concerns you have and ask questions before launching into an intense new skincare routine. Your skin will thank you.

Bad habit: Over or misuse of actives

If armed with some newly-googled internet knowledge, you started buying products containing strong active ingredients like Retinol, Vitamin C, AHA & BHA acids and proceeded to use them all at once (or in combinations that don’t mix) your bound to have run into some unwanted side-effects.

Solution:

The main rule for using actives is don’t blend or layer them together. For example, if you use Vitamin C in the morning, use another active like Retinol or AHA at night. Do a patch test before diving in completely and start slowly to ensure any irritation is kept to a minimum.

Aspect Dr Hyaluronic Serum

A lightweight serum specifically formulated to replenish the skin’s moisture content and repair and calm dry or inflamed skin.

Aspect Dr Redless

Your ‘go-to’ for alleviating dry, stressed and red skin. Like medicine for your skin, especially when used in conjunction with Aspect Dr Hyaluronic Acid.

Bad habit: Overlooking your SPF

Stuck inside all day, so you don’t need sunscreen? Wrong. Your devices emit blue light which leads to elastin and collagen damage, pigment changes and ultimately photo-ageing. Add to that all those long walks you’re taking and you’re exposed to skin-damaging rays all day long.

Solution:

Apply (and reapply) your sunscreen throughout the day and set a nightly timer to automatically switch your device to night mode, which will disable blue light in favour of yellow light which is less damaging.

Medik8 Physical SPF

An intelligent formula that provides exceptional sun protection in a lightweight cream that doesn’t leave a chalky cast on the skin.

Tint Du Soleil SPF 30+ Liquid Foundation

This two-for-one creamy, lightweight mineral-based foundation with SPF 30+, keeps your skin protected without adding another step to your routine.

We’re here for your skin

Having an iso skin crisis and need some professional advice? Book a virtual skin consultation with one of our expert clinicians, who can talk you through any concerns you might have and prescribe effective solutions, whilst you’re at home. ⁠

To book, you can book online or email reception@skinclinicblyss.com.au/staging with your preferred time and day and we will send you a zoom link to discuss your needs.⁠

What’s the difference between facial oils and moisturisers?

Facial oils differ from moisturisers in that most moisturisers and/or serums have a humectant effect meaning, they attract water (AKA moisture) to the skin. Oils don’t have this ability, but their superpower is that they’re able to act like a seal, locking in moisture and preventing it from evaporating. Plus, they have the added bonus of feeling luxurious on your skin!

How to apply facial oils correctly

Here in the clinic, we all love a good facial oil, but most people aren’t using theirs correctly. Oils should be layered as the last step in your routine (unless you are using your oil in the day, then your SPF should be last).

When layering products, ensure you’re working from the lightest formulation up to the heaviest. For example, if you’re using a serum and moisturiser with your oil, your serum should go first on clean skin, then your moisturiser and finish with your oil.

Another tip is that a little goes a long way. A good quality oil should last a long time
– at least 5-6 months with daily use.

Try a Facial Oil such as Cosmedix Remedy

Cosmedix Remedy is a lightweight facial oil packed full of omega fatty acids to support healthy skin function and ease the feeling of tight or dry skin, plus antioxidants to brighten and smooth skin while protecting against free radical damage.

Feeling seriously dry?

Pump up your skin’s moisture levels by using your facial oil in conjunction with a super hydrating serum and a good quality moisturiser. Here are our top picks.

Try a Serum such as Cosmedix Surge

Surge is a complexion-quenching Hyaluronic Acid Booster serum that deeply hydrates the skin to help visibly plump and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles for a healthier, more radiant-looking complexion.

Try a Moisturiser such as Cosmedix Humidify

This deep moisturising cream helps deliver vital hydration into the skin while boosting the integrity of the skin’s barrier function to help protect against dehydration. With daily use, your skin will look and feel smoother, softer and firmer.

We’re here for your skin

Having an iso skin crisis and need some professional advice? Book a virtual skin consultation with one of our expert clinicians, who can talk you through any concerns you might have and prescribe effective solutions, whilst you’re at home. ⁠

To book, you can book online or email reception@skinclinicblyss.com.au/staging with your preferred time and day and we will send you a zoom link to discuss your needs.⁠

Here are our top lifestyle choices for slower ageing and beautiful skin:

1. Exercise Regularly

The best way to slow down ageing is to stay in great shape.

Older people who exercise regularly throughout their lives, tend to have the muscle mass, cholesterol levels, and even immune system function of much younger people and it’s also fantastic for your mental wellbeing too.

2. Eat Whole Foods

Whole foods boost your body’s supply of nutrients that keep cells healthy, reduce inflammation, and reduce the risk of major chronic diseases associated with age.

Limit your intake of processed foods that contain added sugars, fats, and salt to help prevent inflammation, diabetes and heart disease.

3. Get Enough Protein

Studies show protein is especially important in maintaining muscle mass as we age.

Snack on protein sources like nuts, plain Greek yoghurt, or cottage cheese. You can also add ‘protein-toppers’ to your meals, such as hummus to a sandwich, diced chicken to pasta, or beans to a salad.

4. Spend Time Outdoors

Vitamin D, the ‘sunshine vitamin,’ helps keep your bones strong, and it may also help protect against age-related conditions like heart disease and cancer.

Of course, this doesn’t mean sun-baking (and wear your SPF!). You can also get vitamin D in foods, such as salmon and eggs.

5. Protect Your Skin From The Sun

The sun can cause skin damage, wrinkles and increase the risk for skin cancer—all of which promote internal and external ageing.

Guard against premature skin ageing by covering up with clothing, wearing a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ or higher and seeking shade. Slip, slop slap, seek & slide!

6. Avoid Toxins

Cigarette smoke, excessive alcohol consumption and environmental toxins we’re exposed, speed up the ageing process.

Smoking is particularly damaging, causing internal damage to your genetic code, as well as blood vessels and multiple organ systems.

7. Stay Hydrated

Drinking enough water is critical as our bodies need water for important functions such as regulating body temperature, maintaining healthy skin and joints, digesting food, and removing waste.

Drink water even when you aren’t thirsty and eat foods with high water content.

8. Get Some Sleep

It’s called beauty sleep for a reason!

When you’re snoozing, your body gets busy repairing cell damage. If you cut your sleep short, you can accelerate the visible and internal signs of ageing and be susceptible to age-related diseases like heart problems, high blood pressure and diabetes.

Anit-Ageing Treatments & Products at Skin Clinic Blyss

Our anti-ageing treatments can assist with any ageing skin conditions. Our Vita-Sol Slow Ageing Powders are a powerful blend of organic superfoods as a source of organic vitamins and minerals and traditional herbs to support healthy ageing as well  acne and inflammatory skin conditions such as rosacea.

The Different Skin Treatment Lasers

Insta-Glow – Laser Genesis

The lunch time laser treatment. The ‘super facial’ that gives no downtime – just glow. This laser ‘facial’ uses a 1064nm wavelength – the target being water molecules within the collagen layer in the dermis, to gently heat the dermis, boosting collagen production, improving fine lines and wrinkle as well as rosacea. No downtime, no pain.

BBL – Broad Band Light

While BBL is not really a laser, we have added it as it has a similar mechanism of action on the target. This treatment is great for sun damage, brown spots (freckles), rosacea and general photo-rejuvenation. The target depends on the filter used – for example a 515nm will target brown spots and pigmentation and a 560nm haemoglobin AKA blood or redness in the skin. Brown spots will darken immediately after treatment and slough off over the next 3 – 5 days to reveal clear healthy skin. This is our particular favourite to treat rosacea.

No downtime, Pain 3/10.

PDL – Pulsed Dye Laser

This is laser that uses a 595nm wavelength and targets redness in the skin, especially good for large vessels on the side of the nose. These lasers are now being explored for scarless skin cancer treatments as a combination therapy for Basal Cell carcinomas (BCC) and Squamous Cell Carcinomas (SCC).

No downtime, Pain 4/10.

Erbium Laser

Also known as a cold laser, Erbium uses a 2940nm wavelength to target water in the skin, vaporising the superficial skin tissue in a controlled manner. Erbium laser is suitable for mild to moderate wrinkles, superficial pigmentation.

Downtime 2 – 5 days, Pain 3/10.

Fractional C02 Laser

This is the best laser to treat deeper lines and wrinkles, acne scars, severe sun damage, scars and general skin texture issues. Using a 10600nm wavelength – the target being water within the dermis, we are able to control the depth that this laser penetrates. Fractionated C02 creates micro channels into the skin, heating the tissue in these columns that leads to fibroblast and collagen remodelling.

Downtime 3 -14 days depending on the condition being treated, expect heat within the skin for 1 -2 hours post treatment and swelling for 1 -10 days depending on the treatment intensity.

Laser & BBL Treatments at Skin Clinic Blyss

Our Laser & BBL treatments can repair pigmentation, rosacea and acne as well as reduce scarring and wrinkles while improving skin texture and skin tone. These advanced light based therapies are performed by our highly skilled and experienced dermal therapists, clinicians, Nurse and Doctor after a detailed consultation. See Our Skin Treatment Menu.

1. Stop trying a new product every week

Stop trying a new product every week, because you aren’t getting results. Of course your not, you haven’t given it enough time. Acne requires a multi-pronged approach and needs to be measured over a 90 day (yes, 3 month!) cycles. Your skin didn’t start behaving badly in a week, so you can’t expect it to start behaving again in one week. Not only have you not given it time, you run the risk of irritating your skin further.

2. Avoid acne causing ingredients in your skin and beauty products

Stop using makeup, skincare products and hair care (including shampoos) that contain acne causing ingredients. Speak to your skin professional about the best products for your skin and use them as prescribed.

3. Don’t sleep or exercise with your makeup on

Stop sleeping or exercising in your makeup. Your skin is an organ, you need to let it function properly while it is in repair mode at night, with a clean face.

4. Stop scrubbing

Stop scrubbing your skin. You’re not scrubbing it clean (even though you think it feels ‘nice’). Scrubbing can irritate an already inflamed skin and worsen the situation. While you do need to exfoliate, you need to do it correctly.

5. Don’t let your skin dry out.

Don’t let your skin dry out. The oils in your skin work as a protective barrier from harmful pathogens (bugs). Stripping your barrier will inflame your skin and trick it into producing more oil, which will lead to more breakouts and clogged pores.

6. Avoid too much cleansing

Don’t cleanse your skin throughout the day. You should be cleansing morning and night ONLY, with a cleanser suited to your skin. Choose one that doesn’t make your skin feel tight. Remember, that means dry and dry = irritation and extra oil production.

7. Don’t skip your skincare routine

Don’t skip your skincare routine. Even if you don’t wear makeup, you need to remove pollution, dirt and excess oils that clog your skin during the day. This will also allow your skin to accept your acne fighting, active ingredients more readily.

8. Don’t take random advice

Stop taking advice from your friends and family (my grandfather’s advice was to ‘pour methylated spirits on that pimple’) – unless they are acne experts! This also applied to using the same skincare products that they use, if they have clear skin, they will be using very different products to you.

9. Don’t share makeup brushes

Don’t share makeup brushes. Do we even need to explain this? Sharing bacteria is NOT a good thing!

10. Stop eating those naughty foods.

Stop eating those naughty foods. As the saying goes “you are what you eat” and while foods don’t directly cause acne, they can definitely make it worse. The two biggest ‘feeders’ of acne are dairy and processed foods (especially instant noodles!) so avoid those groups where possible.

Need professional help with your acne?

Acne is a complicated medical condition that affects approximately 85% of adolescents and some adults at some stage of their life. Skin Clinic Blyss offers a number of in-clinic Acne treatments to assist with you Acne skin condition. See our Acne treatment options.

There are also several products we recommend for treating Acne. See Acne treatment Products.