Due to new restrictions set by Dermalogica we are no longer allowed to sell their products online alongside other brands. If you wish to purchase Dermalogica products please call 01628 474440 to place an order where you will also benefit from discounted prices. Dermalogica's story begins in 1986, when the founders of The International Dermal Institute (the postgraduate training facility for skin care professionals) decided to do something about the serious lack of results-driven products on the market. 
Researched and developed by The International Dermal Institute, Dermalogica shocked the market by refusing to use artificial colors, synthetic fragrances, S.D. alcohol, lanolin or mineral oil - all of which were industry favorites due to their low cost, despite links to numerous skin problems that were well understood. They also went a step further, insisting that all Dermalogica skin care professionals had to meet the highest level of training and expertise, ensuring that consumers could get reliable consultations about their skin concerns without falling prey to the hype and faddism that dominates the skin care industry. 
Dermalogica's commitment to professional skin care continues today with its no-nonsense packaging, emphasis on skin care education and dedication to formulating products that deliver results, not ridiculous claims. Dermalogica products are suitable for all skin types and now includes the Medibac range for adult acne sufferers and the AGE Smart range for those concerned with ageing skin. We stock the complete range of Dermalogica products and these can be purchased from our salon and sent out to you by mail order. Please call 01628 474440 for prices. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What's causing my breakouts? A: There are many causes behind the formation of breakouts. Stress, excess oil, excess skin cells, bacteria, hormonal fluctuations, and genetics are all factors that can contribute to acne.
Working with your professional skin therapist, you can help control the factors that contribute to acne. Through your Face Mapping® skin analysis and professional treatment and prescribed Dermalogica products, your professional skin therapist can help regulate sebaceous glands, promote exfoliation to help shed skin cells to prevent clogging of the follicle, kill acne-causing bacteria, reduce stress, and help soothe inflammation associated with breakouts. Dermalogica products that can help with clearing breakouts are Special Clearing Booster and Overnight Clearing Gel. Return to top Q: Does milk cause acne? A: This is another misinterpretation: milk doesn't trigger acne or breakouts. It's the hormones produced by cows that are found in milk that can actually overstimulate oil glands and cause overproduction of oil. As cows that give milk are pregnant most of their lives, the natural hormones that occur during pregnancy are found in the milk you drink. The reason that milk products cause acne is because milk contains hormones that "turn on" oil glands. It is not yet known if hormones injected into cows cause any difference in the level of natural hormones in milk. Return to top Q: Does toothpaste really dry breakouts? A: Quite the contrary. New information actually reveals that toothpaste can stimulate breakouts on your chin and around the mouth. Dermatologists say that heavily flavored toothpaste, or toothpaste with high levels of fluoride, can cause breakouts to arise. Dermalogica Medibac products can help with breakouts however it is recommended that you speak to a Dermalogica professional in order to have the correct Medibac products prescribed as these contain active ingredients. Return to top Q: I have oily skin. Why do I need a moisturiser? A: Moisturisers are vital to every skin care regimen, regardless of skin condition. An oily skin can be dehydrated, and will need hydration from a moisturiser: this is because dehydration is a lack of water in the skin layers, not a lack of oil. The activity of oil glands can still be normal, or even overactive, in a dehydrated skin. Often times, dehydration in an oily skin can also lead to higher production of oil, so keeping skin hydrated with an oil-free moisturiser can help control overactive sebaceous glands. Dermalogica moisturising products that are often recommended for oily skin are Oil Contol Lotion and Active Moist. Please see a Dermalogica professional for a Face Mapping to enable them to prescribe the correct moisturiser. Return to top Q: I have a breakout right now and want it gone fast! What can I do? A: Breakouts always tend to "pop up" when we need to put our best face forward. If you can, make an appointment ASAP with your professional skin therapist, who can determine if your breakout is a blackhead, and can subsequently extract it. If you have a non-blackhead breakout, your professional skin therapist can treat it with professional treatment room tools.
If you can’t get to a professional, treat the breakout with a topical treatment product containing Benzoyl Peroxide. If you’re allergic or hypersensitive to Benzoyl Peroxide, try a product containing Sulfur. A product containing a natural tint will also help conceal the breakout as it heals. Dermalogica products Special Clearing Booster and Overnight Clearing Gel are often prescribed for breakouts however other Dermalogica products can aid in reducing breakouts when used correctly. Return to top Q: What's the difference between a whitehead and a blackhead? A: Whiteheads and blackheads are considered non-inflammatory lesions when discussing the various stages of breakouts. Speak with your professional skin therapist about a customized regimen to help control the signs of skin aging. A blackhead is a clogged follicle opening containing oil and dead cells, blackheads are not a sign of dirty, or unclean, skin.
Blackheads are blocked follicles that have an opening to the skin’s surface, making them exposed to air, triggering oxidization which makes it change in colour (think how an apple turns brown after it’s been cut/exposed to oxygen).
A whitehead, also known as a closed comedone, is not open and has barely any or no exposure to air. Because air cannot reach the follicle, the debris inside the pore does not oxidize and change colour. A homecare regime using Dermalogica products can help to stop whiteheads and blackheads. Return to top Q: Does tanning help clear oily skin and breakouts? A: Hear this loud and clear: tanning is never good for skin! Baking in the sun to clear breakouts can worsen breakouts and intensify your chances of long-term scarring and hyperpigmentation (dark spots). They may clear momentarily, but there is an increase in cells when the skin is exposed to UV and this further clogs follicle openings. We recommend using a daily moisturising products such as Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster SPF30 mixed with your recommended moisturiser or Sheer Tint SPF15 to protect from sun damage that causes aging. If you suffer with hyperpigmentation Dermalogica Chromawhite products can help. Please speak to a Dermalogica professional on advice how to use these products. Return to top Q: Can skin aging be reversed? A: No matter what you hear, what you read, or what you want to believe, skin aging cannot be reversed. But there are steps you can take to control the situation. The appearance and signs of skin aging can be minimized, and further skin aging can be controlled. New scientific research has uncovered ingredients that work on a biochemical level to control skin aging, all while minimizing current signs of skin aging. Some of these ingredients include antioxidant vitamins C and E, Glucosamine, peptides, Lactic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, and of course, daily use of an SPF. Speak with your professional skin therapist about a customized regimen to help control the signs of skin aging. Dermalogica products that will help with anti-aging are found in the AGE Smart range. Return to top Q: What are free radicals? A: Free radicals are responsible for skin aging in the form of wrinkles, breakdown in collagen and elastin, and inflammation. Also known as Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS), free radicals are highly reactive, unstable molecules that attack and steal from stable molecules. Unstable means the free radicals don’t have an even number of electrons, and are constantly in search of an extra electron to steal to become stable. For every free radical that “steals” from a stable molecule, another free radical is formed, causing a cascade of free radical formation.
Fortunately, antioxidants (Vitamins C and E) can help stop the free radical cascade and control this trigger of skin aging. Many Dermalogica products can help with protection of free radical damage. Return to top Q: Why is collagen important in skin? A: Collagen is a protein produced in the body that connects, supports, and helps give firmness and strength to the body's tissues. By the time we reach our 30th birthday, we will start to lose 1% of collagen with each subsequent birthday. Collagen production slows as we age, which impacts the skin’s ability to repair itself, triggering a loss of elasticity.
Because of collagen’s role in firmer, taut skin, many skin aging products include ingredients that help stimulate collagen production. Dermalogica products can help to protect skin from further damage to collagen plus Dermalogica products can help to stimulate collagen production. Return to top Q: What's the difference between intrinsic aging and extrinsic aging? A: The signs of skin aging are caused by intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Intrinsic aging is the normal, genetic process of physical change over time, and begins the minute we’re born.
Extrinsic aging is aging caused by external factors like our environment and lifestyle. Dermalogica products can help with both intrinsic and extrinsic aging. Return to top |
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