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It’s that time of year when winter can start to play havoc with your skin. With more time spent outdoors and the change in weather, skin can start to dry out and more wrinkles can appear, meaning it becomes all the more important to keep your skin hydrated and fresh. Fortunately, there are three non-invasive treatments that will save the day when it comes to fighting dry, winter skin.

Oxygen lift infusion

This is the perfect remedy for skin that has been affected by sun exposure and other environmental factors. This pure oxygen treatment stimulates the skin’s natural respiration, giving it an instant lift that leaves it looking and feeling completely rejuvenated. By working with your skin’s own ability to self-heal, an oxygen lift infusion gives your skin that little helping hand to regain its youthful freshness.

HydraFacial

Facials for dry skin can work wonders, especially a HydraFacial for dry skin. This targets multiple areas of concern, including dehydrated patches, uneven skin texture, enlarged pores and dark spots, helping you attain a smooth, clear complexion. We offer one of the top hydrating facials in Dubai, using a variety of super-serums to refresh your tired winter skin and restore your natural glow.

Marine algae treatment

We all know that Mother Nature provides us with the best remedies, and marine algae face masks are one of them when it comes to dry skin. This natural, seaweed infused mask gives your skin a deep clean and rehydrates it, and because it contains anti-inflammatory plasmic gel, it is perfect for skin prone to acne or as a follow-up mask after other facial procedures.

Winter skin can be really difficult to tackle, and sometimes using creams at home isn’t enough to get on top of the problems you can experience over the colder months. We provide a range of treatments to help in the fight against dry skin, including the three tried and tested ones listed above.
For more information on these or any other skin treatments, simply speak to our team today or book your next appointment now.

You only have to flip through a magazine or scroll through social media to see anti-aging treatments and skincare transformation images. With so many treatments on offer, it can be hard to know who or what advice to listen to. 

As you get older, your skin naturally loses collagen, resulting in a loss of elasticity in the skin. The visible effects of this can be saggy skin, wrinkles and fine lines. When it comes to blemishes, make-up and cosmetics can be used to disguise them; but for aging skin, this simply will not make a difference. 

At Ivory Aesthetics we provide Skin Booster Facials which are the more natural alternative to surgical anti-ageing treatments. Minimally invasive, Skin Boosters do not have any side effects and provide natural-looking skin rejuvenation.

Skin Booster facial treatments

Here at Ivory Aesthetics Clinic, we use a safer, natural alternative to injectables that also improves the skin’s collagen production. Skin Boosters also help treat  uneven skin and other skin problems. In this facial treatment, we carefully inject 2-5 ml (depending on skin type) of booster into the skin.

The treatment brings visible results after just 4-6 sessions, which are usually 2 weeks apart. We can fully cater the treatment to you and your specific skin type. 

Types of skin boosters available 

We have a variety of different skin boosters available that can assist with many different skin problems. Our classic booster is ideal to enhance the skin and create a natural glow. We also have a vitamin booster, which is perfect if your skin needs nourishment, using a combination of different vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Our Restylane booster helps to give your skin a more youthful and fresh appearance, which has been specially designed with patented NASHA technology. The Prophilo booster is a fantastic alternative to injectables and helps to restore the natural laxity of your skin.

If you’re looking to revive your skin, our Stem Cell Booster which has glutations(anti oxidant for brightening) is a wonderful treatment and works by stimulating collagen. As a result, your skin will appear fresher and brighter. 

If you are ready to revitalize your skin with skin boosters, book a consultation now.

The 10-step Korean skincare routine has increasingly become popular since the famous Korean makeup artist showed off her dewy, glass skin. Most of us, if not all, want to have clear skin, but this lengthy skincare routine will cost you a pretty penny.

That being said, if you are wise about what you save on and what you splurge on when purchasing products, it is possible to do even within a budget.

In this blog post, we dive deeper into the Korean skincare routine to determine which items are worth breaking the bank for and which you can save on.

Follow this K-beauty inspired 10-step routine for dewy, glass skin. There won’t be a single pore left untouched…

1. Oil cleanser

2. Cream/Foam cleanser

3. Toner

4. Essence

5. Emulsion

6. Serum

7. Sheet mask

8. Eye Cream

9. Moisturiser

10. Sunscreen

Although all steps in this routine are advised, most of us cannot afford to spend money on every single item. To determine what to splurge on, we have to understand what makes this routine so effective. The most critical steps in the Korean skincare regimen are cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, serums, and sunscreen. Out of these five steps, it is easiest to find effective but affordable cleansers, exfoliators and moisturizers. This, therefore, means that we should save on cleansers, moisturizers and exfoliators and invest in premium serums and sunscreen.

Most of us only started using a serum as part of our skincare routine recently. Serums contain unprecedented amounts of active ingredients that target specific skin problems such as dehydration, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, congested skin, etc. Based on what your main skincare concerns are, you should choose a serum that will treat and correct your skin appropriately.

There is no point in investing in expensive skincare products if you are not going to protect your skin from what causes it harm, either. Having a good sunscreen will ensure that you do not keep having to deal with the same problems over and over again. Sunscreen protects the skin from harmful UV rays that cause premature aging, fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, skin discoloration, as well as dull and dry skin.

The moral of the story? Before trying out this 10-step K-beauty routine make sure you’ve got your skincare basics covered… and don’t try to save on the important stuff, like good quality sunscreen and serum.

To get more insight into getting glass skin, give us a call on  043306464

If you are trying to achieve glass skin, then you understand the importance of effective skincare for hydration – cleansing, toning, exfoliating and most importantly moisturising your skin. Glass skin is exceptionally smooth and even-toned and this is achieved by regularly exfoliating the skin and keeping it moisturised and hydrated. To achieve and maintain glass skin, you should incorporate the following ingredients and treatments into your skincare regimen.

Glycolic acid

Glycolic acid is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid, commonly known as AHA. It has become very popular in the beauty industry, with most beauty companies incorporating it into their cleansers, toners and moisturisers. If you are still wondering what is the fuss about, then you should know that glycolic acid gently exfoliates the outermost layer of the skin while hydrating the skin all at the same time. It also helps treat acne-prone skin, hyperpigmentation as well as fine lines and wrinkles.

Hyaluronic acid

I cannot stress enough the importance of hydrating your skin, especially if you want to maintain or achieve glass skin. Making sure that you take at least eight glasses of water a day will is a good start, but that alone is not enough to keep your skin hydrated. You need to invest in skincare for hydration. Hyaluronic acid is a powerful humectant. It improves the skin’s ability to retain moisture, and visibly plumps up the skin after a few applications for a youthful and glowy look.

Hydrafacials

Facials do to our skin what servicing does to a car. Even with a proper skincare routine in place, our skin requires extra care and attention now and then. Hydrafacials are multifunctional treatments that target various skin problems. This treatment utilises the benefits of hyaluronic acid, peptides and other super-serums to correct textured and dehydrated skin, dark spots, enlarged pores as well as congested skin. The hydrafacial treatment also uses the vortex cleaning system and anti-oxidant delivery for healthier radiant skin.

A well-curated skincare routine and regular facial treatments will help achieve and maintain your glass skin. Keeping your skin hydrated will improve its elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, combat excess production of sebum and make it more resilient to free radicals.

To book a facial or more insight into getting glass skin, give us a call on  043306464

A few years ago, a Korean makeup artist went viral for her glass skin look. Since then, the ten-step Korean skincare routine has become very popular in the beauty world. Many men and women adopted this skincare routine and some even swear by it. Although this routine delivers good results, it is not a sustainable option for many. It requires a lot of time and money, so if you cannot afford this lengthy skincare routine, not to worry, you can still achieve glass skin using personalised facial treatments.

Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is an advanced exfoliating treatment that involves scraping off dead skin as well as facial hair using a sterilised blade. This facial treatment delivers an instant glow to the skin, reduces skin texture and aids in deeper penetration of other products. If you suffer from dull skin, this treatment will do wonders for you.

HIFU Facial

This is a non-surgical facelift done using high intensity focused ultrasound. It targets ageing or sagging skin, and results are visible immediately after the procedure. Precise and focused ultrasound beams penetrate the dermis, adipose tissue and superficial fascia generating thermal coagulation points. This initiates the regeneration of soft collagen fibres and multidimensional firming due to the contraction of tissues and the production of collagen. This treatment is effective for firming and tightening the skin and it does not require any downtime.

Hydrafacial

If you have several skin concerns, then you will love this multifunctional facial treatment. It targets enlarged pores, dry and dehydrated skin, uneven texture, congested skin as well as dark spots. It combines the vortex cleansing system with super serums, peptides and hyaluronic acid as well as anti-oxidant delivery to treat dehydrated skin. Hyaluronic acid helps the skin retain more water for a more supple look.

These are just but a few of the available facial treatments in the market. Depending on what your skin needs, your esthetician can come up with personalised treatments targeting all your skin concerns. Facial treatments, together with a simple skincare routine, offer more effective and long-lasting results.

To book a dermaplaning facial or more insight into getting glass skin, give us a call on  043306464

Facials are often seen as being a treat or as part of a spa day. Although this is true, they should be included as part of your regular skin care routine as they have more deep-rooted, long-term benefits than skincare products.

If you have made the commitment to take better care of your skin this year then you need to carefully consider the many benefits of having regular, maintenance facials.

Here’s why:

Deep cleansing action

One great benefit of the maintenance facial that is done by a professional is that they are deeply cleansing. These facials penetrate deep down into the pores of the skin and help to get rid of any impurities and debris. This leaves you with blemish-free skin.

There are many factors that can impact how our skin looks and feels. The environment, the weather and our diet and lifestyle all play a part. Maintenance facials include exfoliating the skin which makes it look and appear fresh and healthy.

Hydration from within

Living and working in air-conditioned environments can make our skin incredibly dry. This can lead to problems such as cracked and sore skin. What happens when we have regular maintenance facials is that our skin is moisturised, making it feel soft, plump and pliable.

Active Ingredients

Facials when done at the right skincare center by the right aesthetician will use products like super serums, ampoules, masks and other ingredients that contain glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and other vitamins that may not even be found in most skincare products and even if they are, they are in such low quantities that they are hardly beneficial to the skin.

Personalized Treatments

Maintenance facials are similar to regular dental check ups, take too long to go to one and it will further ruin the health of your skin. when you invest in the right facials, they will worn on your specific skin concerns and work on a long-term goal to correct your issues with the right treatments and products.

We provide a range of maintenance facials to suit all skin types and needs including microdermabrasion, micro needling, hydrafacials, LED therapy and so much more. If you would like further advice and information, then please do get in touch with us today.

From a glass skin routine that will leave you with a translucent glow to stimulating the production of collagen with this year’s most talked-about antioxidant Niacinamide, 2020 skincare trends are all about Korean skincare concepts and powerful vitamins with multiple skin-boosting benefits. Read on to discover the dewiest 2020 skincare trends and what’s a hit and what you can skip.

Glass Skin

2020’s big buzz in the beauty industry is glass skin. A concept straight from Korea, the results are incredibly luminous skin with a high shine finish that reflects like glass. Unlike adding faux shimmer, glass skin focuses on religiously adopting a 10-step routine using multiple lightweight skincare products. The approach is to layer vitamins and botanicals to create a reflective finish and flawless glow. A glass skin routine involves a double cleanse and exfoliation to kick start the smooth look, followed by a vitamin loaded essence to thoroughly hydrate the skin and a sheet mask to add extra dew. The last steps are to drench skin with a water-based moisturiser followed by a sunscreen. The key to this mirror-like look is choosing products jam-packed with hyaluronic acid, vitamins and fatty acids.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide is a derivative of vitamin B3 and although not a new ingredient for dermatologists, it has become a 2020 skincare trend found in many beauty products. This powerhouse antioxidant can help reduce acne and inflammation, promotes new tissue growth and collagen production and rejuvenates tired, dull-looking skin. This wonder vitamin is suitable for all skin types and its multitasking abilities make it a skincare favourite.

Cream Skin

Cream skin is another Korean skincare hero and is a pared-down approach to the glass skin look. It uses just one hybrid product to deliver a healthy, dewy glow. Cream skin is the result of mixing a moisturiser with a toner to get a liquid product that is silky and lightweight in texture. The formula leaves skin supple, satiny and baby soft in just one step.

Now you know the three biggest 2020 skincare trends, let us take a moment to mention what you should skip when it comes to your skincare routine. Glass skin is a complete hit! The look leaves your skin flawless without the need for too much make up but the 10-step Korean skincare routine is not the only way to get glass skin. There are several simple facial treatments that can give you the glass skin glow without the cost of 15-20 products. Niacinamide – a hit as well. Works like a charm for a variety of skin issues. And that leaves us with cream skin – can be skipped in our opinion as not everyone’s skin can handle such a minimal skincare routine.

If you’re looking for more advanced skincare and actual solutions to your skincare problems, get in touch with us!