Buy Local This Christmas! The Perfect Skincare Gift

As we now settle ourselves into another lockdown, now is the time to get all our Christmas shopping done especially as the kids are still in school for now! I will be doing all I can personally to shop locally and support the businesses that have had to close their doors for a month just before Christmas.

So let me give you a few ideas about can be purchased via The Medished for gifts or just to treat yourself! I've teamed up with Obagi to have skincare crackers delivered direct to your door ..I have covered all the delivery costs, so all you need to do is drop me a message or email from the comfort of your home. The Obagi Gift Crackers come with 4 different combinations to choose from so there really is something for everyone! Each cracker is hand picked in a bespoke Obagi gift cracker and box and can be delivered direct to you or your loved ones door.

OBAGI CRACKER COMBINATION 1 - £110

Crackers 1 is ideal for texture and hydration as it contains Obagi Hydrate and Retinol 1%. This is ideal for patients wanting a simple, cost effective routine with real results.

OBAGI CRACKER COMBINATION 2 - £150

Get glowing skin with mild pigment reduction and all-day hydration with best-sellers Obagi Hydrate and Professional-C Serum 15%. This is ideal to get the glow back and say goodbye to tired dry and dull skin this winter.

OBAGI CRACKER COMBINATION 3 - £200

Cracker 3 includes Obagi Hydrate, Retinol 1.0, and Professional-C Serum 15% .Why choose!! Enjoy all the benefits of incorporating Retinol, Vitamin C and all-day Hydration to your routine. Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, even your complexion, and enjoy soft, smooth skin.

NEW DELUX OBAGI CRACKER COMBINATION 4 - £300

2020 has brought Obagi UK and Ireland a number of new products, so I've included them in the combinations this year.

NEW: Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops is a lightweight all-day hydrator with beautifully suspended key ingredients including vitamin B3 and hibiscus oil.

NEW: ELASTIderm Facial Serum is the most clinically studied Obagi product in 10 years, clinically proven to deliver firmer-looking skin. Developed for use on the face, neck and chest.

Professional-C Peptide Complex increases skin firmness and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with growth factors – and of course there’s Vitamin C in here too!

If your interested in purchasing any of these gorgeous Christmas crackers, don't hesitate to get in touch!

With Love

Dil x

Online SkinHealth Consultations To Improve Your Well-Being

From day one of setting up my aesthetic business the fundamental ethos here at The Medished had always been SKIN HEALTH FIRST. In my opinion healthy skin is the foundation for all non-surgical treatments, so that is at the forefront of all my consultations. Skin health has become even more important recently especially since the onset of the pandemic as how our skin looks plays an important part in our mental health and emotional well-being.

Anxiety, stress and overall uncertainty about the future can take a toll on our skin. Stress is a recognised trigger for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea and acne, so it’s unsurprising that more people are reporting breakouts at this uncertain and very stressful time. Where possible mindfulness, meditation and exercise are also all great ways to relax and refocus. We are also constantly having to wear masks which is contributing to patients having 'maskne'. I've found that telephone and video skincare consultations have been very successful here at The Medished and I've helped many of my patients achieve glowing skin via online consultations.

In my skin clinic, I am proud to work with some of the world’s best medical grade skincare brands.. including Obagi Medical, ZOskinhealth and SkinBetter Science. Conventional skincare products can only offer limited results as they are not licensed to penetrate through the epidermis to the deeper dermal layers of the skin.

Prescription product targets the epidermis, through to the dermis and transform your skin’s health to look brighter, clearer, softer, smoother, firmer and naturally younger! They are also highly effective at treating skin conditions like Pigmentation, Hyperpigmentation, Rosacea and Acne. 

SO HOW DO THE ONLINE CONSULTATIONS WORK?

• Get in touch via the website.

• Send me pictures with no makeup of a front view and at 45 degrees both sides.

• I will schedule a 30 minute chat to understand your concerns and look through your current skincare.

• I will prescribe you my recommendations as to help you achieve skin health.

• All products with be sent out to you within 48hrs with instructions.

• A follow up is always advised to check in with your progress and pictures.

A FINAL WORD ON 'MASKNE'

I know that when I get home from work I want to rip my mask of my face.. as my skin feels like it can't breathe. Wearing one is an essential requirement to keep us safe, however many of my patients in clinic have been complaining of #maskne⁠⠀

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Cleansing is such an important part of your daily skincare routine, as it removes makeup, pollution, sweat and surface debris. It's even more important now with all the mask wearing. Once we've cleansed active products can effectively penetrate your skin. Always remember to cleanse morning and night!⁠ I'm a fan off double cleansing at night with some facial massage to improve the blood flow to the face. This will reduce puffiness and give you a glow.. my one minute of relaxation advise at the end of the day!⁠ Pictured below are a few of my favourites by Obagi Medical.

Get in touch if your interested and in need of some skinspiration in during lockdown!

With love,

Dil x

Who Needs Vitamin B12 Shots And Why?

A common complaint from many of my patients seems to be tiredness which is why I offer them to my patients here at The Medished. If you are looking to improve your energy for a healthy and active lifestyle then you should consider a Vitamin B12 Shot. They can be used intermittently and are a popular rejuvenation therapy for exhaustion or if you are feeling run down.

What is Vitamin B12 and What Does It Do?

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin, also known as cobalamin. It plays a vital role in brain function and the production of DNA and red blood cells. Chemically, vitamin B12 can exist in a number of different forms, but not all of them contain the mineral cobalt. This essential nutrient helps maintain the body’s nervous system and red blood cells. This vitamin metabolises every cell of the human body, including fatty and amino acids. Since B12 prevents anemia, a condition that can cause weakness and fatigue, someone who suffers from a deficiency often suffer from symptoms of anemia. B12 and Folic acid taken together work synergistically.

They can be beneficial for:

• A healthier brain

• Your cardiovascular system

• Your physical and psychological well-being

You may also notice an improvement in the following symptoms:

• Stress levels

• Fatigue

• Brain Fog

• Physical Stamina

• Immune system

Vitamin B12 injection may help with increased production and an earlier release of melatonin which can aid the regulation of sleep...an extra bonus.

The human body doesn’t make B12 on its own. Everyone needs a little help from outside sources in order to generate this nutrient-rich substance. Some of the major sources of B12 come from liver, kidney and clams, not exactly items on everyone’s daily menu. Other types of meat, fish, dairy and eggs contain moderate amounts of B12. Vegetarians and vegans can especially be more deficient in B12.

Yet, some research has shown that the best way to treat a B12 deficiency is not by consuming items rich in it, but by infusing the vitamin. If you’re feeling tired or weak, an injection of vitamin B12 can give you a boost of energy and stimulate your metabolism.

If your interested in this treatment let me know when your in clinic. Its a small injection in your upper arm and available for £45. Patients can have one a month, depending on symptoms or once every 3 months for an energy boost.

With love,

Dil:)