The Sun and Hyperpigmentation

  Australians have a deep connection and love of the outdoors, the beach, and swimming at every opportunity. Many people who spend extended periods in the sun eventually develop hyperpigmentation on their face, neck, shoulders, décolletage and hands, giving them an uneven skin tone. Hyperpigmentation is caused by sun exposure, specifically by both UVA and UVB radiation. Unlike UVB, UVA …

Foods for thought

According to an article in Reader’s Digest there are 6 “Super foods” for younger looking skin. Or in their words, “Eat these 6 and you could make your face look younger” The article goes on to list the 6 foods with an explanation as to why we should consume these foods on a daily basis. Bell peppers and broccoli. Vitamin …

7 Skincare tips for Winter

It isn’t surprising that many people experience dry and flaky skin during winter. A vast number of people become a little complacent about themselves during what they consider to be a period of hibernation due to the onset of cold weather. Frequently people wait until Spring to start looking after their skin, however it should be a daily requirement, just …

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Inflammation and your skin.

Inflammation can start from within your body or from external, environmental factors. Stress, lack of sleep, unhealthy diet, pollution and sun exposure can all lead to skin inflammation. How does inflammation from the inside affect beauty on the outside? The skin is an active organ that is affected by stress hormones when under assault. The “stress hormone” cortisol elevates during …

Spring – Allergies and Irritation

Many of us look forward to Spring as it marks the change of season, clear blue skies, and brightly coloured blossoms on trees and plants. However, for less fortunate individuals, Spring is the time of the year where skin sensitivities, runny noses, itchy and puffy red eyes most commonly occur – this is a classic representation of Spring allergies. In …

Hyaluronic Acid. What are the benefits?

One of the big buzzwords in skincare ingredients is Hyaluronic acid or HA, also often called Sodium Hyaluronate. HA is naturally found in the human skin and is responsible for securing moisture through its unique ability to bind up to 1000 times its own weight in water, this creates a plump and hydrated skin.  Not only is HA vital for …

Does flying and cabin pressure dehydrate you?

We all long for that holiday to help us unwind and de-stress. But what happens to our skin and its vitality during a flight? Research shows that during a 7 hour flight we lose about half a litre of water. Now just imagine how much water we lose during a long haul flight. The majority of this dehydration occurs through …

Our commitment

c2skin remains committed to improving patient outcomes whilst undergoing radiation therapy. COMPLEX8 moisturising serum and spray were researched, developed, and formulated with extensive knowledge regarding potentially harmful skincare ingredients during radiation therapy treatment. Ingredients selected in COMPLEX8 formulations are designed to facilitate normal healing in skin exposed to radiation during treatment. Even ‘natural’ or ‘organic’ skincare may contain ingredients detrimental …