Holistic Integrative Skin Health + Wellness

21/07/2025

Feeling like your skin changed overnight?

In your 40s, 50s or beyond, what used to work may now cause irritation—and it’s not your fault.

Peri + Menopausal skin loses hydration, lipids, and up to 30% of collagen in just 5 years. 🫣🫣

🔥 Rosacea, adult acne, sensitivity—these aren’t skincare mistakes, they’re hormonal changes.

What your skin needs now isn’t more harsh actives... it’s a smarter, gentler approach.

✨ Personalised skin support for women in midlife. Sorry ladies the OTC products just do t have what ot takes- and the beai s as well 👇👇👇

💆‍♀️ Practitioner-only corneotherapeutic care holistic skin expert will get ypu on the right track ..

📍 Lane Cove | 30+ years expertise

13/07/2025

When the results are so good, you’d swear it was Photoshopped… 📸✨

But no filters, no tricks — just science-backed skincare and a very experienced set of hands.

In just 3 weeks and 3 products, Catherine worked her corneotherapeutic magic and completely transformed inflamed, reactive skin — so much so that it earned her a finalist spot in the Australian Prologic Awards (Inflammation Category 🏆).

✅ Redness?
✅ Capillaries?
✅ Pigment?

Softened and settling.Wait till a few treatments are performed

This is what happens when you combine expert skin health assessments with targeted, barrier-repairing skincare.

💆‍♀️ Book your consultation today and let your skin show what real results look like.

No guesswork. No filters. Just healing.

👉 www.catherinehottes.com.au | DM to book | Lane Cove, Sydney

08/07/2025

✨ Making Waves in Noosa ✨

Catherine has just returned from Australia’s very first Corneotherapy Conference—held in the sunny haven of Noosa—and let’s just say, it was nothing short of skin-changing. 🌿

As a practicing Corneotherapist for 14 years (long before it became an industry buzzword), Catherine was honoured to have her anti-inflammatory skin condition case studies featured in the official conference booklet. Her innovative, real-world skin transformations didn’t just turn heads—they helped earn her a finalist spot in the 2025 Australian Prologic Skin Awards A true testament to her dedication, education, and soul-led results.

With over three decades in the beauty and wellness space, Catherine’s deep skin knowledge isn’t something plucked from a textbook—or worse, TikTok. Her clinical-meets-holistic skin health assessments are redefining the way skin is treated: no quick fixes, no harsh trends, just expert guidance rooted in science and barrier-respecting results.

From rosacea to acne, pigmentation to perimenopausal chaos—she’s healing skin and restoring confidence, one face at a time.

Ready to stop guessing and start healing? Book in and experience what it feels like to be in expert hands.

1300862685
www.catherinehottes.com.au

08/07/2025

✨ Immune-Boosting Essentials for Winter:

🧬 The Core Four for Immunity:

Vitamin C
→ Potent antioxidant that supports white blood cell function
→ Reduces inflammation and boosts resistance to infections
Zinc
→ Essential for immune cell function and wound healing
→ Helps shorten the duration of colds and prevents viral replication
Magnesium
→ Regulates immune responses and reduces inflammation
→ Supports deep sleep (when your body repairs itself)
Filtered Water + Celtic Salt
→ Proper hydration helps flush toxins
→ Celtic salt contains trace minerals that support cellular function and electrolyte balance

🧪 Nature’s Fast-Track Throat Remedy:

Mix together:
🧄 Garlic – natural antimicrobial
🫚 Ginger – anti-inflammatory and warming
🍯 Raw honey – soothes the throat and is antibacterial
🌶 Cayenne – stimulates circulation and clears mucus
🍋 Lemon – rich in vitamin C and alkalizing

Take a spoonful of this fiery little mix when that scratchy throat hits — it works fast, tastes intense, and kicks symptoms to the curb naturally. 🧄🍋🌶🍯🫚

In short:
Winter wellness doesn’t have to come in a pill bottle. Supporting your immune system with foundational nutrients like Vitamin C, zinc, and magnesium — plus staying hydrated with mineral-rich water — keeps your body resilient. And if a sore throat sneaks in, nature’s pharmacy (ginger, garlic, honey, lemon, cayenne) will shut it down before it has a chance to settle in.

08/07/2025

🔥 Rosacea + Menopause: A Flare-Up of Two Storms 🔥

( PS: 3 products and 2 treatments =results
and a VERY happy skin and client )

Rosacea during menopause isn’t “just hormonal” — it’s a perfect storm of vascular reactivity, inflammatory triggers, and a weakening skin barrier, all amplified by fluctuating oestrogen levels.

As oestrogen declines, the skin’s ability to retain moisture, regulate inflammation, and protect against irritants dramatically drops. Cue: increased sensitivity, flushing, stinging, and the classic rosacea flare-ups. Add stress, heat, certain foods or wine? You’ve got a reactive skin cocktail. 🍷🔥

But here’s the good news — Corneotherapy is changing the game.

Also known as naturopathy for the skin, this skin-saving approach focuses on restoring the skin barrier first, calming inflammation at the cellular level, and treating the root cause — not just masking symptoms.

At Skin Health & Wellness, we take a science-meets-nature approach:
✔️ We assess your skin and hormonal history like detectives
✔️ We prescribe anti-inflammatory, barrier-building topical corneotherapeutic actives
✔️ We work holistically — internal stressors, diet, gut health and emotional wellbeing are part of the puzzle
✔️ And we track results, because healing skin isn’t a trend — it’s a transformation.

If your skin feels like it’s turned against you in menopause, know this: it’s not your fault, and it can be calmed.

✨ Book your redeemable skin health consultation and discover why corneotherapy is making waves — one skin at a time.

07/07/2025

04/07/2025

Hottes Holiday Tips (see what i did there )

✨ Vitamin C: Your Antioxidant Bodyguard
Don’t even think about packing without a high-quality, stabilised Vitamin C serum in your skincare bag. This little bottle of magic isn’t just about glow (although yes, you’ll be luminous in every photo). It’s one of the most powerful antioxidants to protect your skin from environmental damage — including UV rays, pollution, and stress (yes, stress shows up on your skin too).
When you’re traveling — especially in sunnier European climates or sightseeing in cities with pollution — Prologic Vitamin C helps neutralise free radicals that break down collagen and worsen pigmentation. It literally protects your skin at a cellular level and brightens dullness like a dream. Think of it as a holiday insurance policy for your face.

☀️ Mineral SPF: Tinted or Untinted, Just Take It!
Let’s not play roulette with your pigmentation, fine lines, or post-holiday regrets. A zinc-based mineral SPF is non-negotiable — every single day. Tinted versions offer added antioxidant protection and a sheer coverage that evens out skin tone while letting your skin breathe. Untinted? Also fab, especially for sensitive or barrier-compromised skin.
Mineral sunscreens reflect UV rays and protect your skin without clogging pores or causing inflammation. Chemical SPFs? Often irritating, especially with European heat, alcohol, and a cocktail of unfamiliar skincare. Mineral SPF is your calm, cool, barrier-protecting BFF. Pack it. Reapply it. Worship it.

🛫 Cellulose Sheet Masks for the Flight
Airplane cabins are literal moisture vacuums. Add in recycled air, high-altitude radiation (yes, it’s real), and your 14+ hour flight, and you’ve got the perfect storm for dehydrated, dull, unhappy skin.
Pack a couple of bio-cellulose sheet masks — preferably made from fermented coconut like Prologic’s Bio HydraCell — to use mid-flight. These cling like second skin and deeply hydrate without slipping off or dripping goo. Plus, the sterile, bio-mimetic material is gentle post-flight when your skin barrier is compromised. Jetlagged face? Fixed.

😌 Lula Warming Eye Masks: First-Class Comfort in Economy
If you haven’t tried a Lula warming eye mask, you’re missing out on the in-flight relaxation ritual of queens. These dreamy masks gently warm on contact, helping soothe tired eyes, sinus pressure, tension headaches, and general travel chaos. They smell divine (lavender and chamomile vibes), and help send you off into peaceful plane naps — even when the kid behind you is kicking your seat.
Your nervous system will thank you, and so will your under-eyes.

💧 Celtic Sea Salt for Electrolyte Support
Pop a little Celtic sea salt into your water bottle (just a pinch!) to help maintain hydration and electrolyte balance while flying. Plane air dehydrates you fast — and plain water just isn’t enough to replenish essential minerals lost through stress, sweat, and movement. This is especially helpful if you're prone to fatigue, puffiness, or post-flight headaches.
Bonus: Celtic salt is rich in trace minerals and can support adrenal function, energy, and fluid retention. You’ll arrive far less bloated and foggy.

💊 Don’t Forget Your Inner Armour: Supplements Matter
Just because you’re relaxing doesn’t mean your skin and nervous system are. Keep your internal supplements in check — they’re essential for travel resilience:
* Zinc: Anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, and pigment-protective. Crucial if you want to avoid breakouts and support healing.
* Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs): Omega 3s are anti-inflammatory powerhouses for dry, stressed-out skin. Pack your clean fish oils or algae-based ones.
* Magnesium: Helps regulate sleep, reduce stress, ease muscle tension, and prevent travel-induced constipation (you know it happens).
* Melatonin: If you’re crossing time zones, this will help reset your circadian rhythm gently, without the zombie vibes.

Bottom line? Holiday skin doesn’t happen by accident. Pack smart, prep wisely, and support your whole system — inside and out — so you can actually glow while eating pasta in Italy or sipping rosé in the South of France. Bon voyage, beauty! ✈️💫

03/07/2025

Acne – It’s Never Just Skin Deep.
Acne doesn’t discriminate — it shows up for both men and women, and often at the worst times.

But here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: acne is multifaceted. It’s rarely just about clogged pores or “bad skin.” It’s hormonal, inflammatory, digestive, emotional — sometimes all of the above — and treating it effectively takes more than a one-size-fits-all serum from a TikTok haul.

For many of my clients, especially when the acne is chronic, cystic, or keeps flaring despite “trying everything,” I’ll often recommend a deeper dive with a trusted naturopath. Why? Because we’re not here to play the guessing game. Comprehensive bloods can help reveal what’s going on beneath the surface — nutrient deficiencies, hormonal imbalances, liver congestion, inflammation — all things that must be addressed if we want real, long-term results.

Yes, healing acne is a commitment. It’s a journey, not a quick fix. But it’s a journey worth taking — for both of us.
Using the principles of Corneotherapy, we focus on rebuilding the skin’s barrier function, calming inflammation, and restoring balance — inside and out.

The skin in this photo? It’s been committed since day one. And the results speak for themselves.

No magic wand. Just the right support, expert hands, and a willingness to get to the real root.

TRUST THE PROCESS XCH

30/06/2025

The Art of Balanced Brows:

Why Sculpting + Tattooing Is More Than a Trend

Let’s be honest — your brows can make or break your entire face. One tiny tweak and suddenly your eyes pop, your cheekbones lift, and your whole face looks harmonised. But that kind of brow magic doesn’t come from a cookie-cutter stencil or a quick strip-wax job. It takes a trained, creative eye to sculpt brows that actually suit you — your bone structure, facial features, skin tone, and natural hair pattern. This is especially crucial when it comes to cosmetic tattooing.

Why Brow Design Is an Artform (Not Just a Service)
Balanced brows are about symmetry without being identical twins — think more like flattering sisters. A brow artist needs to understand not only anatomy and aesthetics but how to translate that to your face in a way that enhances what’s already there. Whether it’s a wax and tint, precise mapping, or ombre/nano tattooing, a good brow isn’t just drawn — it’s designed.

Brow Tattooing: The Long-Term Commitment You Don’t Want to Regret
Cosmetic tattooing is semi-permanent, but don’t let “semi” fool you — a badly shaped or misplaced brow tattoo will stick around. That’s why choosing an experienced brow artist with a sharp creative eye is non-negotiable. The right artist maps your face, listens to your aesthetic goals, and blends pigment, technique, and shape for a timeless, natural result (not a trendy disaster you’ll regret in 12 months).

Sculpt First. Tattoo Second.
Great brow tattooing always starts with great brow sculpting. Why? Because understanding your natural hair growth, muscle movement, and facial symmetry is step one in any long-term brow plan. If your artist isn’t sculpting, mapping, or showing you the design before the machine comes out — run.

Brows frame your face. Don’t leave yours to guesswork. Whether you’re after a tidy shape-up or committing to a brow tattoo, trust an expert with both technical skill and creative finesse.

29/06/2025

Let’s be real: your skin might be keeping secrets, but Catherine? She’s not buying it.

You see, you can’t get much past Catherine Hottes in a consultation. With 30+ years under her belt and 14 of those steeped in corneotherapeutic wisdom, her eagle eye spots everything. You can try to fudge the story—"Oh no, I’m definitely not stressed, just a bit tired”—but if your hair’s thinning, your nails are brittle, your skin’s flaring, and your jaw feels like concrete? Catherine will clock it in 0.2 seconds. She reads faces like some people read books—right down to the chapters on your nervous system dysfunction.

Pro tip: just be transparent. Save everyone the time and awkward “mmm-hmm” moments. Because Catherine? She’s also very energetically attuned. When your story doesn’t match your body, she’ll pick it up faster than you can say “retinol purge.” (Also—please stop calling it a purge, it’s a full-blown assault.)

Stress? Oh, it always shows. Whether it’s in the jaw that won’t unclench, the neck that feels like it’s made of brick, or the skin that’s trying to scream for help through flare-ups—your emotional load is written all over your face. And muscles. And sleep cycles.

That’s where soul care comes in. Because healing isn’t just about barrier repair and fragrance-free skincare (though that helps a lot). It’s about giving your nervous system a break, your skin a breather, and your body the support it’s been begging for.

So if you're ready to lighten more than just your laundry basket, maybe it's time to stop the performance and start the repair. Book with Catherine. She’s seen it all—and your skin will thank you for finally telling the truth.

Let’s be real: your skin might be keeping secrets, but Catherine? She’s not buying it.

You see, you can’t get much past Catherine in a consultation.
With 30+ years under her belt and 14 of those steeped in corneotherapeutic wisdom, her eagle eye spots everything. You can try to fudge the story—"Oh no, I’m definitely not stressed, just a bit tired”—but if your hair’s thinning, your nails are brittle, your skin’s flaring, and your jaw feels like concrete? Catherine will clock it in 0.2 seconds. She reads faces like some people read books—right down to the chapters on your nervous system dysfunction.

Pro tip: just be transparent. Save everyone the time and awkward “mmm-hmm” moments. Because Catherine? She’s also very energetically attuned. When your story doesn’t match your body, she’ll pick it up faster than you can say “retinol purge.”
(Also—please stop calling it a purge, it’s a full-blown assault.)

Stress? Oh, it always shows. Whether it’s in the jaw that won’t unclench, the neck that feels like it’s made of brick, or the skin that’s trying to scream for help through flare-ups—your emotional load is written all over your face. And muscles. And sleep cycles.

That’s where soul care comes in. Because healing isn’t just about barrier repair and fragrance-free skincare (though that helps a lot). It’s about giving your nervous system a break, your skin a breather, and your body the support it’s been begging for.

So if you're ready to lighten more than just your laundry basket, maybe it's time to stop the performance and start the repair.

Book with Catherine. She’s seen it all—and your skin will thank you for finally telling the truth. Peace :))

25/06/2025

Prologic Bio HydraCell Sheet Mask
A next-gen skin recovery mask with a conscience.

Crafted from 100% pure bio-cellulose—grown (not made) from fermented coconut water—this ultra-hydrating, skin-soothing sheet mask is your go-to for intense recovery and instant glow. Think of it as a skin drink that’s as kind to the planet as it is to your face.

Why it’s different:

🌿 Bio-cellulose magic
This isn’t your average mask. The biodegradable fiber is cultivated over 10 weeks—similar to the way a kombucha SCOBY grows—creating a breathable, skin-hugging material that delivers active ingredients deep into the skin.

💧 Serious hydration & repair
Perfect for post-clinical treatments, peri/menopausal flare-ups, dry or reactive skin, or just before an event when your skin needs to look refreshed now.

🧖‍♀️ Sterile & safe
Designed to be clean, gentle, and safe for compromised skin—ideal after treatments like needling, laser, or dermaplaning.

🌍 Planet-loving
Both the mask and its backing sheets are fully compostable and biodegradable. Zero plastic. Zero guilt.

💦 Boosted hydration
Formulated with 1,2-Hexanediol to enhance moisture retention and keep the mask stable and effective.

✨ Part of the bigger picture
Prologic’s commitment to sustainable, ethical skincare is woven into every fiber—literally.