skinmatters

05/02/2026

February is about choosing care.
Because how you treat your skin today shapes how it ages tomorrow.

This month, we’re focusing on skin longevity.
Not quick fixes. Not pressure.
Just consistent, intelligent care that supports your skin long-term.

Strong skin isn’t rushed.
It’s supported.

February invites a pause.

Instead of asking “What do I need to fix?”
try asking:

“What does my skin need to stay strong long-term?”

27/01/2026

If your skin feels stinging, tight, or suddenly reactive, it’s often not “getting worse.”
This is your skin barrier’s way of asking for help.

During summer, heat, sun exposure, and using too many active products can weaken your skin barrier, making your skin feel uncomfortable and irritated.

At this point, many people tend to overdo it.
Treating your skin too much, exfoliating often, or using stronger products can actually make things worse.

For now, keep your goal simple:
Support, soothe, and protect your skin.

When your skin feels sensitive, doing less is often better. Here are some gentle ways to reset:

1. Keep your routine simple
Stick to cleanser, moisturiser, and SPF. Pause exfoliants and potent actives.
2. Focus on hydration first
Skin that’s well-hydrated is stronger. Use calming, water-based products to add moisture.
3. Protect your skin every day
Sun exposure can weaken your skin barrier. Wearing SPF is essential, even when it’s cloudy.
4. Pay attention to your skin’s signals
Stinging, tightness, or redness are signs to slow down, not push through.

Calm beats aggressive. Ask Dianne what's best for your skin.

25/01/2026

Pigmentation doesn’t usually appear overnight.
It often starts months or even years before you notice it, usually triggered by sun, heat, or inflammation.

Even if your skin looks clear now, pigment changes may already be happening beneath the surface.
That’s why summer skin care matters not just for today, but for what you can prevent in the future.

Taking care of your skin barrier, controlling inflammation, and protecting against UV now can make a big difference in what appears later.

Remember, prevention is powerful.

22/01/2026

You don’t need to set big skin goals or make drastic changes just because it’s January.
In summer, your skin usually needs support, not extra pressure.

This month, focus on gentle intentions instead:
• More hydration to support skin through heat and sun
• More protection to help prevent long-term damage
• More listening to what your skin is actually telling you

When you slow down and pay attention to your skin, it can stay calm, strong, and resilient.

What does your skin need right now?

22/01/2026

Are you ready to come Inside the Treatment Rooms?

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20/01/2026

Are you looking for the perfect body lotion but keep ending up disappointed?
Dry patches. Tight, itchy skin. Products that feel greasy… or do nothing at all.

When your skin barrier is weakened, even the best intentions can leave skin feeling uncomfortable, rough, or inflamed.

You might be dealing with:
• Dry or flaky areas
• Tight, itchy skin
• Redness or eczema-prone skin
• Accelerated skin ageing
• A lotion that never quite sinks in

At skinmatters, we’re always searching for products that truly support skin health, not just mask symptoms. That’s why we love Dr. Schrammek Body Lotion.

This fast-absorbing, non-sticky lotion is designed to work with your skin, not against it:
• Aloe vera to calm and soothe
• Ceramides to strengthen the skin barrier
• Macadamia nut oil & shea butter to deeply nourish
• Lightweight hydration that absorbs quickly and comfortably

Skin feels:
✔ Soft and silky
✔ Calm and comfortable
✔ Hydrated without heaviness
✔ Protected against ongoing dryness

If your body skin needs real care, not trial and error, this could be the one.

📍 Available at skinmatters
💬 Ask us if it’s right for your skin
Healthy skin starts with a supported barrier even below the neck.

18/01/2026

Why “less is more” right now

Summer skin damage doesn’t always show up straight away.
While your skin might look fine, things can be quietly happening underneath.

Heat, UV exposure, and lifestyle changes can lead to:
• Barrier stress
• Pigmentation triggers
• Collagen breakdown

These changes often appear months later, not immediately.

That’s why January isn’t about aggressive treatments or overloading your skin.
It’s about prevention, protection, and supporting skin resilience while summer is still happening.

When we do less — but do it well — skin stays calmer, stronger, and better protected in the long term.

15/01/2026

Dr. Schrammek High Performance Eye Pad Cooling, smoothing, vitalizing

The High Performance Eye Pads deeply moisturize, smooth the skin, and help reduce puffiness and dark circles. Their cooling effect gives quick, visible results and leaves the eye area looking brighter.
These pads smooth fine lines and help prevent dryness-related wrinkles. They are easy to use at home or while traveling, and regular use improves skin texture. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. They contain no colorants, fragrances, mineral oil, silicones, PEG emulsifiers, acrylates, or preservatives.

You can now find them at the clinic.

13/01/2026

You Don’t Need a Reset

You don’t need a “new you” in January.
Your skin doesn’t need punishment for enjoying summer.
It needs consistency, protection, and care.

January at skinmatters is about gentle care, calm skin, and long-term protection, not drastic changes.
If your skin feels reactive, dry, or unpredictable right now, you’re not imagining it.

Book when you’re ready.

13/01/2026

12/01/2026

11/01/2026

We’re back after the summer break.

January is about checking in with your skin, noticing what it needs now, and supporting it through the rest of summer.

If your skin feels reactive, dehydrated, or simply different, we’re here.

Bookings are now open.