SKN by Amy Cole

Skincare advice that makes me cringe as a Level 4 Skin Specialist 😬

Skincare doesn’t need to be complicated, but there’s a LOT of outdated advice still doing the rounds.

Your skin deserves more than random hacks and a one size fits ‘all’ approach.

Which one have you been guilty of? 👀

INGREDIENTS 101 : Retinoids

Welcome back to my Ingredients 101 mini series 👋🏼

Every Thursday I’m breaking down a different skincare ingredient, what it actually does, who it’s best for and where it fits into your routine. No complicated skincare science, just the bits you actually need to know.

This week… Retinoids

One of the most researched ingredients when it comes to skin ageing, retinoids help speed up cell turnover, support collagen production and improve everything from fine lines and texture to breakouts and pigmentation.

But retinol, retinal and retinoic acid are NOT all the same and stronger doesn’t always mean better for your skin.

Save this one for later and let me know which ingredient you want me to cover next !!

The microneedling downtime nobody shows you 👀

I think one of the biggest things that puts people off microneedling is the fear of walking around with a bright red face for days afterwards 😂

Yes, immediately after treatment you can expect redness, warmth and that slightly sunburnt feeling.

But swipe to see what the skin can look like just 24 hours later ➡️

For most people, the redness settles pretty quickly and the downtime is much less dramatic than you might think.

A little downtime for a treatment that gets your skin working harder for you? Worth it 👏🏼

Save this if microneedling has been on your radar.

INGREDIENTS 101 : Salicylic Acid

Welcome to my new Ingredients 101 mini series 👋🏼

Every Thursday I’ll be breaking down a different skincare ingredient, what it actually does, who it’s best for and where it fits into your routine. No complicated skincare science, just the bits you actually need to know.

First up… Salicylic Acid

A go-to for oily, congested and breakout-prone skin but like most skincare ingredients, it’s all about using it in the right way for your skin.

Save this one for later and let me know which ingredient you want me to cover next !!

Consistency hallelujah 🙌🏼

My clients know that I’m a sucker for keeping things simple when it comes to skincare. Hydrating cleanser and moisturiser (that’s suitable for your skin type) Then we look at combing homecare and treatments to target your concerns.

This might change as you go through the journey. We may look at barrier repair , then exfoliation then restoration. The journey is different for everyone ❤️