ZENii was created and formulated by multi award winning Dr. Johanna Ward, one of the UK’s leading skin doctors. She and her team of cosmetic scientists and nutritionists have worked together to create a cutting edge skincare and supplements range. The ethos behind ZENii is that the future of skincare lies in optimising cellular nutrition. ZENii is shaping the future of skincare by recognising the synergy between what goes into the body and how we treat our skin topically. It is a brand that believes in nourishing the skin from within and without. This is the future of anti-ageing, wellness…
It might not roll off your lips but Vitamin B3 or Niacinamide is fast becoming a beauty industry favourite. Dr Zara Kassam PhD explains why. A certain nutrient in the cosmeceutical world has been gaining popularity for its favourable effects on the skin; it goes by the name Niacinamide. Now you’re probably wondering why everyone is suddenly talking about this ingredient. What does Niacinamide do, and why is it being called the “super food” of skin care? So sit tight and let us walk you through this breath-taking product. Niacinamide or vitamin B3 has recently been gaining a reputation in…
If you’re following a pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan, or paleo diet you may not be getting all the nutrients you need for anti-aging and skin health. Dr A. Bolin explains why and what you can do about it. Many diets may claim to improve diets your health and or help you drop unwanted pounds, but it’s important to remember that cutting out certain food group can have an impact on your skin. Beauty comes from within and having a good skin care regimen is equally important as what you eat and drink. Can a certain diet make my skin age faster?…
Which are best Summer fruits to keep your skin and hair looking its best? Dr Zara Kassam PhD takes a look at the top 5. What are you eating this summer to get that boost of nutrients that you need for skin and hair health? We all know fruits are great for your health, but are you eating the ones that are best for you? To make things easier for you, we’ve selected 5 of the best Summer fruits and highlighted their incredible benefits. While many foods make great face masks, the best health benefit comes from eating them. To find…
Vitamin IV drips are a popular choice for people who want glowing skin and more energy, but are they better than eating a balanced diet? Helen Garston investigates. Intravenous drips are what you’d normally expect to see patients hooked up to on a hospital ward, but instead they are a growing trend in many people’s beauty regime. It may seem extreme but more and more people exhausted from work, socialising or travelling are turning to these procedures as a way to boost their energy levels or improve their skin. Doctors administering this therapy say it’s not just about beauty. Healthy…
We spend more than £420 million a year on vitamin supplements that are supposed to improve our health, but are they really helping? Dr Hannah Sweillam investigates. Recent years have seen an increase in the use of vitamin supplements and now as many as two thirds of adults (65%) take some form of vitamin or supplement. There’s no denying that vitamin deficiency can lead to illness and that in these circumstances, vitamin supplements can be beneficial. The real question, though, is whether vitamin supplements are of any benefit to healthy individuals? There seems to be a perception among the general population…
What is Rejuvenation Mesotherapy? Since its invention as a medical procedure in the 1950s, mesotherapy has become a popular cosmetic treatment for facial rejuvenation, particularly across Europe. Mesotherapy is a drug delivery technique that involves hundreds of tiny injections into the subcutaneous layer of the skin instead of one large injection into the blood stream. When used for skin rejuvenation, a cocktail of vitamins and other small molecules is injected in 0.01 mL doses across the target area. Mesotherapy is controversial as a lack of regulations means that many practitioners use formulations of vitamins not approved for injection. Organisations…