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Herbal Peels the go to for women with PCOS

Herbal Peels the go to for women with PCOS

 Face Plus has predominantly a female base clientele which means our dermal therapists are constantly attending to skin issues caused by hormonal imbalances.
Recently, we have seen a rising number of clients come through with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) who are looking for treatments and product to heal their topical skin issues.
What is PCOS?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (or polycystic ovarian syndrome – PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition. ‘Polycystic’ literally translates as ‘many cysts’. This really refers to there being many partially formed follicles on the ovaries, which each contain an egg. These rarely grow to maturity or produce eggs that can be fertilised.
Women with PCOS commonly have high levels of insulin, or male hormones known as ‘androgens’, or both. The cause of this is unclear, but insulin resistance is thought to be the key problem driving this syndrome.
In some women, PCOS is hereditary, whereas for others, the condition only occurs when they are overweight.
PCOS is relatively common, especially in infertile women. It affects 12 -18% of women of reproductive age (between late adolescence and menopause). Almost 70 % of these cases remain undiagnosed.
What are the symptoms of PCOS?
Women who have PCOS may experience:

  • irregular menstrual cycles – menstruation may be less or more frequent due to less frequent ovulation (release of an egg)
  • amenorrhoea (no periods) – some women with PCOS do not menstruate, in some cases for many years
  • excessive facial or body hair growth (or both)
  • acne
  • scalp hair loss
  • reduced fertility (difficulty in becoming pregnant) – related to less frequent or absent ovulation
  • mood changes – including anxiety and depression
  • obesity
  • sleep apnoea.

You don’t have to have all of these symptoms to have PCOS.
How can you treat PCOS?
It is important that all the symptoms of PCOS are addressed and managed long-term, to avoid associated health problems. PCOS is a long-term condition and long-term management is needed.
Depending on the symptoms you experience, management of PCOS can include:

  • lifestyle modifications – increasing your physical activity levels and eating a healthy diet can both help to manage PCOS
  • weight reduction – research has shown that even five to 10 per cent weight loss can provide significant health benefits
  • medical treatment – with hormones or medications.

 What does PCOS mean for your skin?
PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) causes several skin-related symptoms, including:

  • oily skin
  • adult acne
  • skin tags
  • dark velvety skin patches known as acanthosis nigricans.

Most visibly, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) has the capability to change your skin—how it looks, how it feels—in a way that other people can notice. Not only does this add to the embarrassment of women who experience these PCOS symptoms, it produces an issue they cannot hide from. You can second-guess the pain in your abdomen or the irregularity of your menstrual cycle, but seeing your skin break out with blemishes, become irritated, or start to change in texture is an undeniable sign that something is indeed wrong.
What treatments do Face Plus offer to help PCOS?
Our range of Herbal Peels are incredible for soothing and neutralising acne prone skin. Our herbal peels also help to improve skin tone and texture as well as addressing the bacteria from breakouts. We have three levels of herbal peels that gradually increase in intensity and days of downtime. Within each of these three facials there are a number of variations to ensure our dermal therapist is offering you a bespoke treatment that will best suit your skin concerns.
The Herbal Hydra Peel
The Herbal Hyrdation Peel, also referred to as a B Peel. As the name would suggest it is a super hydrating peel but it also targets many other skin concerns. There is no downtime associated with this treatment. It is completely free of chemicals, synthetic binders and abrasives and therefore there are not toxic side effects.
The blend contains proteins, carbs, vitamins, enzymes, phytohormones, mineral salts, tannins and trace elements to kick start and regenerate the skin just one day following the treatment. We can tailor this treatment to the individual to target their main concerns. We specially mix the herbs for the following options:
Clearer: Impure
Calmer: Sensitivity
Younger: Aging
Hydrated: Dehydrations
Brighter: Pigmentation
It’s a versatile effective treatment for those who need something a little deeper without the downtime. Read more here. 

 

Ready to take things a little further?
The Herbal Phyto Peel
This peel is the second most popular treatment in clinic following the Face Plus Enzyme Peel. The Herbal Phyto Peel like the Herbal Hydration offers many variations to target your key concerns. This is a deeper facial and some will experience flaking following a treatment.
The Herbal Phyto Peel is similar to a strong micro-dermabrasion procedure. There is a key different; no harmful micro-injuries are inflicted onto the delicate acid mantle of the skin, that means no irritation or sensitivity. Following the treatment patients are a little flush but that can easily be covered with makeup, also some may experience a tingling sensation when they move or touch the skin, this tingle is a very good thing! Means the herbs are doing their thing. Read in detail about the treatment here. 
The Herbal Aktiv C Peel
There is downtime required in this treatment, a total of 5 days.
The Herbal Aktiv Peel is a great treatment that can be performed any time of year but it is a treatment ideal for the cooler months where you won’t be experiencing too much sun exposure.
The Herbal Aktiv Peel is a skin resurfacing treatment based on natural botanicals. This peel cannot be performed on the skin immediately, the skin must be strong and healthy to take the strength of the peel. Our dermal therapists often advise the patient to have a few enzyme or phyto peels before the Aktiv peel.
Read Kim’s Herbal Aktiv Peel journey and check out her incredible results HERE.
Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation:
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Reiki Energy Healing

What is Reiki?

Reiki is a Japanese healing technique for stress reduction, relaxation and promotes healing. It is based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient by means of touch to activate the natural healing processes of the patient’s body and restore physical and emotional well-being.

Reiki is based on the principle that if one’s ‘life force energy’ is low then we are more likely to get sick or feel stressed. However, when it is high we are more capable of being happy and healthy.

What does Reiki mean?
The word Reiki is made up of two Japanese words, Rei meaning “A higher Power” and Ki which is “our life force energy”.

Reiki is the energy that exists in all living things and everyone has the ability to connect with their own healing energy and use it to strengthen energy in themselves or assist others.

Who is our Reiki Master?
We are extremely lucky to have Tania, our accomplished Reiki master work with us at Face Plus Bondi Beach.

Tania is not only a qualified Reiki Master but also a certified reflexologist, cupping practitioner, Yamuna Body Rolling instructor and teaches students the Diploma of Remedial Massage.
Tania’s energy work complements her extensive experience with clients recovering from accidents, injury and chronic pain.

“To become a Reiki Master you are first attuned by another Reiki Master. The atonement transfers reiki from the Reiki Master to the student and this allows them to access the universal energy to treat others” shares Tania Dobbie, Reiki Master.

What does a Reiki treatment involve?
The Reiki Master will either lay their hands on the body, or can have their hands above the body, in the auric field of the guest.

The Reiki treatment will feel different for each individual. It treats you physical body, your mind and your spirit. It heals and promotes peace and relaxation and is commonly used in conjunction with other medical and therapeutic treatments.

Anyone can receive a Reiki Energy Healing session. It is especially beneficial for those who cannot receive a physical massage due to an inflammatory illness or those undergoing medical treatment.

It is especially helpful and is used in hospitals on cancer patients, or the elderly.
Patients can have Reiki as often as you want, and each session will assist in balancing and healing.

Because the body is releasing memories and/or pain from the body, it can be more detoxifying than a physical massage. You will usually feel an immediate response after receiving Reiki. You can even feel light, relaxed and calmer.
“We recommend you have a restful evening after a reiki session and that you drink a lot of water” Tania Dobbie, Reiki Master, Face Plus Medispa, Bondi Beach.
Experience a subtle yet

powerful healing that channels the universal life force to create balance and equilibrium to your body, mind, and spirit.


Tania’s upcoming availability:

Wednesday 25th July3:15pm ( only appointment)
Thursday 26th July3:45pm ( only appointment)
Saturday 28th July10:45am ( only appointment)
Thursday 2nd August2pm & 3:45pm
Saturday 4th August8:15am ( only appointment)
Wednesday 8th August2:45pm ( only appointment)
Thursday 9th August12:15pm-7:30pm appointments
Saturday 11th August8:15am- 3:30pm appointments

Tania’s extensive treatment menu & price list
BODY THERAPY
30 Minute Massage $110
60 Minute Massage $180
90 Minute Massage $245
Baby Moon  $180 
Volcanic Stones (60 or 90 min) $190 or $260
Reflexology (30 or 60 min) $110 or $180
Reiki Energy Healing(60 min) $180

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation:
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HydroPeptide Customised Facials

New to Face Plus Medispa! A bespoke facial designed just for you.

Why choose a customised facial?
You asked and we listened. Everyone’s skin type is different, with each client reacting differently to our treatment menu. The demand for customised treatments to suit every skin variable has been overwhelming.

HydroPeptide’s comprehensive and active professional skincare range is designed to be mixed and matched to suit even the most delicate of skin types.

What to expect from a customised facial?
Your Face Plus dermal therapist will carefully assess your skin and work with you to develop an appropriate treatment to compliment your lifestyle.

Each facial follows a set 8 step process, however, each step is tailored to your skin’s needs so that no two facials are ever the same. Your therapist will also prescribe you a recommended treatment plan that suits your budget to help ensure you achieve your glowing skin goals.

Who is a customised treatment right for?
Anyone. If you have sluggish, unresponsive skin, suffer from some seasonal dehydration right through to severe acne and sensitivity, our bespoke Hydropeptide facial treatment can help you.

About HydroPeptide
HydroPeptide was created with science as the foundations of creating cellular changing skincare. The brand focuses on epigenetic principles, including peptide technologies to formulate clinically proven skincare products that work to heal and promote optimal skin health.

All HydroPeptide facials are designed to leave your skin feeling youthfully plump, smooth, radiant and visibly lifted…even after the first treatment.

  • Powerful peptides instantly restore healthy skin structure and hydration
  • Carefully selected botanicals work to detoxify and rejuvenate
  • Every HydroPeptide treatment combats tell-tale signs of aging, despite working to address other issues simultaneously

HydroPeptide was designed to be mixed and matched to compliment the clients specific skin needs.

If you find your current regime isn’t seeing you the results you need, book in today and let us bespoke a treatment for you.

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation: 
Call: 02 8897 0000
Email: [email protected]

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LED Express Light Therapy

Update: This package has expired as of 5th July 2018 

Want glowing skin in 20 minutes? Our Lunch time Light Fix package will leave you with a radiant complexion, before the boss even knows you’ve left your desk.

Buy a pack of 6 for $65 each ($390 usually $600)
Buy a pack of 8 for $60 each ($480 usually $800)

Service is only redeemable Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Valid for use until Dec 26th 2018

What is LED Light Therapy?
LED Light Therapy is a non-invasive revolutionary light therapy treatment which can reduce pore size.Improve health and vibrancy of the skin, promote healing of damaged or compromised skin and can remove bacteria which causes redness and inflammation in acne-prone skin.

How does LED Light therapy work?
LED Light Therapy treatments work by delivering pure narrow-band light emitting diodes (LED’s) carefully positioned to ensure a uniform beam. This light stimulates cellular activity, collagen production and increases blood flow to the skin resulting in plumped, tighter and radiant looking skin. After the first session you will notice visible results, however we recommend a series of treatments in succession to achieve optimum results.

What are the benefits of using LED Light Therapy?
LED Light Therapy is a fast and effective treatment that requires no downtime. There is no surface damage to the skin and it’s completely non-ablative!

At Face Plus Medispa we recommend a series of sessions in order to maximise the benefits of facial rejuvenation.
Our LED Light Therapy has a selection of three light options which address specific areas of concern on your face

Yellow Light
Rebuilds and strengthens tissue at a deep level which leads to a softening of fines while triggering the healing process of the skin. Great for post-operative patients, healing bruises and scars. Often used on our post-operative patients, it provides deep dermal stimulation.

Blue Light
For acne prone skin. LED blue light therapy targets bacteria, inflammation and excess sebum production, this treatment will neutralise bacteria and reduce inflammation in active acne present on the skin. LED Blue can be used for mild to moderate acne in combination with other light colours.

Red Light
LED red stimulates cellular activity and draws moisture into the skin. It adds volume leaving the skin hydrated, tightened and rejuvenated. This light will reduce pore size and is particularly effective at reducing periorbital wrinkles and fine lines. It is ideal as an add-on to boost a facial, peel or injectable treatments.

Combination Light therapy
Light Therapy is designed to be combined over a course of therapy sessions in order to enhance treatment outcomes depending upon your specific concerns. Your Face Plus dermal therapist will assess the needs of your skin and tailor a colour combination package for you.

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation: 

Call: 02 8897 0000
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Say I DO to glowing skin!

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Win a 3-month bridal ready pamper package from Face Plus Medispa, valued at over $2000

Enter now via our homepage Click here
Say I DO to glowing skin!
Every bride wants to look like the best version of themselves on their wedding.

That’s why they spend months watching what they eat and exercising, trying tirelessly to fit into their dream dress.

While a brides Pinterest board is often overloaded with dress ideas and hair and makeup styles for their big day, often they miss out on one crucial component; their skincare.
Weddings are notorious for putting too much stress on the bride.

From the last minute seating arrangements, to their favourite flowers not being in season, planning a wedding can feel less like a treat and more like a chore.

However, this kind of stress often reflects poorly on the skin. Many brides experience breakouts before their big day and while it is of course possible to cover this up with makeup, makeup cannot unfortunately hide everything.

At Face Plus Medispa we have worked with hundreds of brides get ready for their big day. From tackling long term skin afflictions, to helping achieve that makeup free glow, we know that every bride deserves to look their very best.

That is why we have created our new and improved 3 month, ‘Say I Do’ to glowing skin package. It is a bespoke treatment that includes 6 treatments over the course of 3 months. Think of us as your personal trainer for your skin.

Our highly trained dermal therapists will work closely with you to ensure you follow a well-rounded, holistic approach to putting your best face forward.

This includes helping you make healthy food/lifestyle choices as well as ensuring your at home skincare products are suitable for your skins needs.

If you have any long-term skin issues such as acne, acne scarring, pigmentation and/or an uneven complexion, then this treatment plan will do wonders for you. This isn’t just about setting you up for your big day, it is about working hard over a concentrated period of time to offer your long-lasting results.
What does the three-month bridal plan involve?

Firstly, you will consult with one of our dermal therapists. If you wish, this therapist can be your personal skincare expert, throughout the three-month period. At your first appointment your therapist will spend 30 minutes going through a detailed skin analysis.

During this time everything from your skin concerns, skin goals, diet, at home products and lifestyle will be discussed and analysed. This consultation is vital to establishing the foundations of the treatment.

While the three-month plan follows a carefully curated, result driven structure, amendments may be made at this session to ensure the therapist directly addresses and resolves your skin concerns.

As a guide the 3-month bridal plan is as follows:
Each session will last approximately an hour and a half
Session 1:

  • Detailed skin analysis
  • Signature Face Plus Enzyme Facial / Deep Pore cleansing facial
  • LED Light Therapy

Session 2:

  • Herbal Hydration Peel
  • LED Light Therapy

Session 3

  • Full Face, Laser Genesis
  • LED Light Therapy

Session 4

  • Herbal Hydration Peel
  • Galvanic Infusion or LED Light Therapy

Session 5

  • Full Face, Laser Genesis
  • LED Light Therapy

Session 6

  • Herbal Phyto Peel
  • LED Light Therapy

Benefits of Herbal Hydra Peels:
The hydra peel activates the skin’s metabolism and detoxification by increasing circulation. the skin is supplied with oxygen and nutrients by the improved microcirculation.

The treatment also activates the skin’s repair mechanism through targeted, controlled irritation.

Using the power of the herbs, the Herbal Hydration Peel was made for those concerned with:

  • Anti-aging
  • Brightening the skin
  • Increasing firmness
  • Acne
  • Cellular rejuvenation

Benefits of Laser Genesis: 
Laser Genesis stimulates the skin’s healing and collagen production underneath the skin without damaging the surface layer, resulting in a smoother texture and refined tone.

Scientifically proven to produce new collagen, Laser Genesis is an innovative new laser technology that can treat the signs of aging and sun damage such as redness, large pores, uneven texture, and fine lines.

Benefits of LED Light Therapy: 
LED Light Therapy is a non-invasive revolutionary light therapy treatment which can reduce pore size, improve health and vibrancy of the skin, promote healing of damaged or compromised skin and can remove bacteria which causes redness and inflammation in acne-prone skin.

LED Light Therapy treatments work by delivering pure narrow-band light emitting diodes (LED’s) carefully positioned to ensure a uniform beam. This light stimulates cellular activity, collagen production and increases blood flow to the skin resulting in plumped, tighter and radiant looking skin.

At Face Plus, we pride ourselves on being a result driven Medispa. This carefully curated treatment plan is designed specifically with glowing, flawless skin in mind.

For the next month, we are offering one lucky bride the chance to win one of our bridal packages simply by entering at the link below. If you would like to enter fill in our form and tell us a little bit about your skin concerns and your upcoming big day to go in the draw to win. Competition closes 19th July 2018.
Enter here

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation: 

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15% off the Herbal Activ Peel: Offer available all Winter Long

Winter is the best time of the year to address your skin issues.

Winter has finally cast its cold shadow over Sydney and while for many this is a time for hibernation it is also an important time for rejuvenation. Winter is the best time of the year to address your skin issues.

The cold weather not only results in a quieter social calendar, but more importantly allows your skin to heal faster.  During the warmer months it takes longer for your skin to heal from more invasive and deep activating treatments as we are faced with environmental factors such as heat and strong UV rays.

Treatments such as the Herbal Active Peel cause your face to feel flushed therefore the cooling temperature creates a much more pleasant experience during the 5 day downtime.

That is why Face Plus has decided to honour their clients with 15% off this incredible and natural skin rejuvenation treatment for all of Winter (June 1st-August 31st 2018).

The Herbal Aktiv Peel™ is a medically developed skin regeneration treatment using only pure natural plant ingredients. This peel has over 50 years’ experience in providing high levels of safety and significant results for a wide variety of skin conditions.

It is made from dried compound, crushed botanicals with scientifically proven actions and thankfully, no synthetic acids or abrasives are added to the formulation.
This peel provides an effective, progressive and thorough exfoliation of dead skin cells that improve the appearance of dull ageing skin.

Ingredients included in the Herbal Aktiv Peel are:

  • spirulina
  • calendula
  • chamomile
  • pansy
  • large-leaf linden
  • Gingseng
  • Fenugreek
  • Marshmellow
  • lemon balm
  • lungwort
  • field horsetail
  • Sage
  • witch-hazel
  • plantago

This is suitable for the treatment of problem skin, acne, blackheads, damaged or dry skin, scarring, fine lines, pigmentation and prematurely aged skin.

It’s good for anyone looking for a natural and very safe skin resurfacing treatment.

How is the treatment different to a chemical peel
This treatment is NOT to be confused with a chemical peel. A chemical peel only reaches the top layers of the skin whereas the active ingredients in the Herbal Aktiv Peel™ are massaged into the skin and left to be released over an extended period of time.

It is in this timed release of a concentrated supply of potent and medicinal-grade herbs that is the secret to the superior outcome of the Herbal Aktiv Peel.

What does the Herbal Activ Peel Involve
This treatment requires 2 x Face Plus Facials bookmarked at the beginning and end of the 5 days. On day 1 the herbs are massaged into the face and allowed to seep for 10 minutes. Prior to the application of the herbs our Face Plus Dermal Therapist will conduct a cleansing facial complete with extractions (if necessary).

The herbs can cause some discomfort as they immediately react with the effected skin. Feel free to advise your therapist to slow down or ease up on the massage pressure. At the end of the facial a cooling and moisturising gauze is applied to soothe the area.

Your skin will feel wind/sunburnt.
At the completion of this facial you will receive 3 full size take home products as well as an instruction sheet to carefully follow.

Over the next two to three days the top layer of skin will gradually become drier and will eventually start to peel. Remember, this facial is condensing your usual 28-day skin cycle into 3-5 days.

The peeling can cause some emotional distress so it is best to avoid making any social plans.

The rules over the next 5 days are as follows:

  • do not get your face wet. If you do, pat it dry immediately (do not rub your face)
  •  do not pick or remove the peeling skin. This will result in damage to the sensitive new layer of skin underneath.
    • After the ‘Post Treatment’ apply sun screen prior to sun exposure. Also limit the time of exposure to the sun, wind and weather.

On day 5 you come back in for a final facial. This is a post treatment facial to nurture and hydrate the new layer of skin.

The Herbal Active Peel is a result proven treatment. Although, it can feel a bit uncomfortable for the 5 days the positives far outweigh the negatives.
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f you have ever tried our herbal hydra or herbal phyto peel then we highly recommend you discuss upgrading your next treatment to this plan.
The herbal active peel was $690, however, has been reduced to $586.50 until August 31st 2018


Read here our blog: I tried the: Herbal Activ Peel by Alex Cosmetics

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation: 
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Razor Sharp Cheekbones

Check out those cheeks!

When people think about cheek filler it’s common that chipmunk cheeks come to mind. We think about the cheeks as only the fat pads on either side of your nose, however, cheek filler actually refers to your entire cheekbone.

To locate your cheekbone, place your thumb directly above your ear tragus and your index finger below your nostril. The line that your hand creates is where your cheekbone is. Cheek filler encompasses all of that area.

The only person you want to see with chubby, chipmunk cheeks are babies. At Face Plus we understand people’s hesitation to undergo cheek fillers. The plastic surgery victims of Hollywood have given the procedure a bad name.

The puffy, overstretched facial fillers are enough to turn anyone away, however, these unnatural results are often due to over-filling, inappropriate product placement or even the use of the wrong product.

When I think of great cheekbones, I think of Angelina Jolie, Naomi Campbell and Keira Knightley. Their naturally high cheekbones have a sculpted appearance and give their face a gorgeous, youthful lift.
  


When we’re young our face is full of curves, which reflect light and gives us a more youthful appearance. As we age, these curves start to flatten due to volume loss plus skeletal remodeling also occurring along the jawline, temples, cheeks, brows and chin. Fat pads under the skin shrink creating valleys within our face.

Our skin starts to lose its strength and becomes thinner and inelastic. The face slowly flattens out.
The ultimate goals for cheek filler is to enhance facial contours and restore balanced age-appropriate outcome.

When placed in the appropriate position with the appropriate amount of HA, fillers can give phenomenal results. Deep placement can actually lift and support the cheeks which in tern restores a more youthful appearance.

The benefits of cheek filler, is that the results are immediate and there is minimal downtime. Micro-injury caused by the needles stimulates the body’s own wound healing process triggering collagen production. Cheek filler is an effective solution to restoring smoothness and volume to the face.

When you’re looking for a cosmetic injector take your time to research their results and find a specialist that understands your needs.

Make sure you go to someone who understands the facial anatomy and has a good eye for symmetry & balance.

Someone who can study the movement of your face whilst understanding the bony architecture so that the filler placement is natural and supportive.
If you are considering cheek filler, book in for an injectable consultation today.

Visit one of our clinics and experience a thorough cosmetic consultation: 
Call: 02 8897 0000
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Mummy-to-be: Introducing the Prenatal Enzyme Facial

Pregnancy promises women ‘the glow’.

You know the one that all the ads on TV and pregnant movie stars on the cover of magazines seem to show.

So, it’s no surprise that pregnant women everywhere are outraged that when they finally reach this momentous milestone in life, their glowing skin dreams are shattered and replaced by blotchy skin and breakouts. It is estimated that over 50% of pregnant women will experience acne at some stage of their pregnancy.

So why do pregnant women suffer breakouts?
Fluctuating hormones are primarily responsible for breakouts. In particular estrogen and progesterone which are the female sex hormones, but also testosterone and androgen, the male sex hormones. These play a direct role in the production of sebum (an oil secretion of the sebaceous gland).

Changes in the amount of circulating blood sugar and the hormone insulin are also to blame for pregnancy acne. All of these factors have an effect on oil production – instead of a regular secretion which is just enough to lubricate the skin and make it supple, there is too much oil and this is what clogs the pores.

All of these changes are perfectly normal parts of pregnancy as the body adapts to supporting the baby’s growth.

Hannah, our enrolled injectable nurse has recently returned from maternity leave. I interviewed her for our beauty section on this blog click here to read.

I asked her about her own pregnancy experience and if she achieved the highly sought after ‘glow’ and her answer was a firm NO.
“My skin turned to rubbish when I fell pregnant and I had to change my entire skincare regime. At about eight weeks pregnant I developed full face dermatitis.

I came into work (Face Plus Bankstown) crying and begging the dermal therapists to fix my skin. My face was red raw and I didn’t know what to do with it. They gave me a really good clean and worked with me to change my at-home products and routine to match my new skin needs. In the end

I had to use the Dr Spiller aloe milk to cleanse my face, Dr Spiller Sanvita Cream as my day cream and the Dr Spiller jojoba scrub every third day.

The strange thing was my skin before pregnancy could never handle the Sanvita cream. It was too oily and made me breakout. However, during pregnancy and since giving birth, it became my saving grace to calm my overly sensitive skin.”

Hannah’s one recommendation to any pregnant woman is to get a facial.” Your skin’s oil production is all over the place and your skin needs a really good cleanse. I would also recommend LED Light Therapy. This is a completely safe service to undergo while pregnant and will really help calm your skin.”

Jodie, our dermal therapist at Face Plus Medispa Bondi Junction is trained in prenatal massages and facials and wanted to create a bespoke treatment for her pregnant clients. While we have always accommodated women during their pregnancy at Face Plus, we have never had a spa menu specific for them.

At Bondi Beach, our massage therapist Tania offers a Babymoon massage which has been hugely successful, so it was time to add a prenatal facial to the Face Plus offering. Click here for more info

The Prenatal facial is bespoke to your stage of pregnancy. Your needs differ depending on what month/trimester you are in. The experience is however, consistent in delivering a relaxing, deep pore clean. Ground spelt and natural kaolin enzymes are key ingredients used which suit all skin types and sensitivities.

Enzymes are a safe and effective natural way to facilitate exfoliation, help overall biological processes in the skin that have slowed down because of age or sun damage and to inhibit free-radical damage.

Enzymes accelerate biochemical reactions in a cell that would proceed minimally or not at all if the enzymes were not present.

This deep yet gentle exfoliation is suitable for even the most sensitive skins.  The Pre-natal Enzyme treatment removes the stratum corneum surface of the skin which will leave the complexion smooth, hydrated and glowing.  The treatment also includes a scalp massage or a pressure point foot massage.

This treatment is perfect for spoiling the mum to be.
Available exclusively at our Bondi Junction Boutique
Call 02 8897 0078 to book in with Jodie
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Omnilux Package

Omnilux combination ideal for best results.

Buy 6 treatments usually $600 reduced to $480 (now $80 each) 
Buy 8 treatments usually $800 reduced to $600 (now $75 each)

Autumn is the perfect month to hit the refresh button on your skin. Party seasons in the past and your next holiday is too far away, so it’s time to detox and get your skin in glowing condition.
A little luxury that goes a long way is 20 minutes of LED Light Therapy.

Usually offered as a post treatment add on, we were inundated with requests from customers that just wanted to pop in on their lunch break or on their way home from work to get their glow fix.

LED Light therapy otherwise known in our Face Plus Clinics as Omnilux or Healite is the perfect example of where science and beauty have united to create a smart skin product.

It works by targeting specific cells which are responsible for the synthesis and repair of the skins support structure.
There are 3 different coloured light settings that target specific areas:

Yellow light: By stimulating the deeper skin tissue the yellow light leads to softened fine lines, improved skin tone and texture.

Red light: The cellular activity stimulates increased blood flow, leading to increased tissue oxygenation and detoxification. The skin will appear clearer with less fine lines, plumper and hydrated.

Blue light: Specifically designed for acne, patients will see a reduction of inflamed lesions 8 to 16 weeks following their first treatment.
The blue light stimulates the bacteria responsible for the inflamed acne, neutralising them.

The light also works to target the sebaceous glands to create an environment that is inhabitable for the growth of acne.

The lights can be used in combination during your treatment regime. Your dermal therapist will explain the benefits of the combination if suitable for your treatment plan.

If you’re overworked and need some extra rejuvenation or you have an event coming up and your skin is looking a bit lack lustre,

Light Therapy is a cost effective, no downtime solution that will have you looking and feeling your best and back at your desk before your boss has even noticed you’re gone.

For a cosmetic consultation:
Call: 02 8897 0000
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Acne Shock Therapy: SGA treatment


A permanent solution to getting rid of acne? YES PLEASE.

SGA (Sebaceous Gland Ablation) is a heat-based procedure that uses an ultra-fine needle to penetrate and deactivate overactive sebaceous glands, which is what is responsible for your pimples, blackheads and inflamed acne cysts.

Once the needle is inserted into the effected sebaceous gland it is zapped by a localised electrical current. The heat produced by the current destroys the tissue so it can on longer cause a breakout. The needle only enters the skin superficially, as the electrical current is targeting the oil gland which is closest to the surface.

How does the treatment work? First of all, our dermal therapists need to assess what kind of acne you have. This treatment isn’t for everyone and often clients come in requesting the treatment, however their breakouts could easily be treated with some topical extractions and an enzyme facial as they simply suffer from clogged pores.

There is also the other extreme, where some clients have too much bacterial infection in their acne that they need it to settle before proceeding with SGA, as the heat produced in this procedure can cause the acne to spread. Typically, an SGA candidate has reoccurring cystic acne.

In order to prep the skin and open the pores, the therapists firstly conduct an enzyme facial. The active enzyme mask helps to bring to the surface the effected sebaceous glands.

This means they are likely to rupture and secrete immediately after the SGA treatment. Sometimes, the effected pimples, are solid and dehydrated and they take a few days to burst. The Enzyme Facial, aims to speed up that process

The actual needle and electric current is relatively painless. One of our staff underwent the procedure during our most recent training day and explained it as a 2/10. Acne affected skin can be quite sensitive, and the after-extraction process can cause some discomfort, however, should not be unbearable.

After the SGA treatment the client will experience a mosquito bite effect meaning that their skin will get worse before it gets better. Expect some red, lumpy skin with a downtime of roughly 2-5 days. Remember acne takes a while to form on your skin, so you need to be realistic with your recovery time.

To yield blemish free results, expect 3+ treatments, with each treatment roughly 6 weeks apart. Your dermal therapist will also parallel your in clinic treatment with some dietary recommendations and a meticulous at home skincare regime. Together, this is the ultimate trifecta to achieving blemish free skin.
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