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Acne & Breakouts: Why They Happen, Why They Persist, and How to Fix Them (Without Wrecking Your Skin)
Writer: Chris Beckett â No.1 Urban Aesthetics (Glitterbels HQ, NewcastleâunderâLyme) The uncomfortable truth about acne Letâs get this out the way: acne isnât a hygiene issue . Itâs not because you âdonât wash properlyâ. Itâs not because youâve ânot found the right scrubâ. And itâs absolutely not because youâve done anything wrong. Acne is a medicalâgrade skin condition with a biology . And the reason so many people stay stuck in a loop of breakouts is because theyâre treatin
Chris Beckett
20 hours ago6 min read
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Skin Regeneration: The New Science of Ageing Well (and the Treatments That Actually Rebuild Skin)
If youâve ever looked in the mirror and thought âI donât look older⌠I look tiredâ â this is why. Weâre entering a new era of aesthetics: less âfreeze and fillâ, more regenerate and rebuild. This guide breaks down what ageing really is under the surface, what skin regeneration means, and the smartest combination of Dermalogica professional treatments, evidence-led home serums, and modern regenerative interventions like peptides, polynucleotides and exosomes.
Chris Beckett
3 days ago6 min read
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Unlock Radiance: The Comprehensive Guide to Dermalogica Biolumin-C Serum Benefits and Applications
Bright, healthy skin isnât about chasing trendsâitâs about using actives that actually work . While countless products promise glow, few deliver consistent, clinically credible results. BioLumin-C Serum by Dermalogica  is one of the rare vitamin C formulations trusted by professionals because it brightens, firms, and protects without the instability and irritation common in cheaper serums . Hereâs what makes it differentâand why it earns its place in clinical skincare routine
Chris Beckett
Jan 272 min read
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Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Why They Happen â and What Actually Works
Fine lines and wrinkles donât appear overnight. They develop gradually, often unnoticed, until one day your skin feels different â makeup settles into lines, your complexion looks less rested, and firmness isnât quite what it used to be.
This isnât failure. Itâs physiology.
Chris Beckett
Jan 214 min read
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Gentle Cleansers for Sensitive Skin: A ClinicallyâLed Guide to Calm, Resilient Skin
If you have sensitive skin, you already know the rules are different. One wrong cleanser and suddenly itâs tight, red, stingingâor all three. Finding a cleanser that genuinely cleans without triggering irritation can feel like skincare roulette.
Hereâs the truth: sensitive skin doesnât need more products. It needs smarter, clinicallyâinformed ones.
Chris Beckett
Jan 203 min read
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Best Wrinkle Reduction Serum: Unlock Youthful Skin with the Right Serum
When it comes to fighting wrinkles, serums have become the holy grail in skincare routines. But with so many options out there, how do you pick the best wrinkle reduction serum that truly delivers?
Chris Beckett
Jan 204 min read
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Microneedling Serums Explained: Exosomes, Actives, and Why Professional Products Matter
Microneedling gets all the attention.
The device.The needles.The redness.
But hereâs the truth most clinics gloss over:
đ The serum does the heavy lifting.
Chris Beckett
Jan 175 min read
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Microneedling Aftercare: What to Expect Day by Day (And How to Get the Best Results)
Microneedling is a popular skin treatment that promises smoother, brighter, and more youthful skin. But the real key to success lies not just in the procedure itself, but in how you care for your skin afterward
Chris Beckett
Jan 173 min read
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Microneedling Myths Debunked: Pain, Downtime, and Real Results
Microneedling is everywhere right now. On TikTok. On Instagram. On clinic menus. In group chats between friends who are âthinking about doing something⌠but not too  much.â And yet, despite its popularity, microneedling is still surrounded by outdated myths, half-truths, and straight-up misinformation . Some people think itâs unbearably painful.Others think youâll be hiding indoors for a week.Some assume results are instant â or pointless. Letâs clear the noise. This blog br
Chris Beckett
Jan 175 min read
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Microneedling: Advanced Skin Renewal at No.1 Urban Aesthetics
@Glitterbels HQ, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire  Microneedling treatment in clinic Microneedling is one of the most effective, science-led skin treatments available today â and at No.1 Urban Aesthetics in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire , it remains one of our most requested advanced skin services. Designed to improve skin texture, stimulate collagen production, and support long-term skin health, microneedling works with  the skinâs natural biology rather than maskin
Chris Beckett
Jan 155 min read
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Facial Massage: The Womenâs Life Hack Men Didnât Know About (But Definitely Should)
IÂ didnât book a facial for self-care. I didnât even really want one. I was under a lot of stress and agreed to be a model for my wife while she attended a professional training session with Dermalogica . I wasnât expecting anything profound. But something unexpected happened. For one quiet hour, my body stopped bracing. I didnât fix anything. I didnât âheal.â I didnât gain clarity or have a breakthrough. I just felt the tension leave â and that alone was more powerful than I
Chris Beckett
Jan 123 min read
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Dermalogicaâs Biolumin-C Range: Your Complete Guide to Brighter, More Radiant Skin
Discover how Dermalogicaâs revolutionary Biolumin-C collection harnesses the power of ultra-stable Vitamin C to support brighter, more radiant-looking skin. From targeted brightening serums to advanced SPF protection, this guide explores the full Biolumin-C range and how it fits into a professional skin health routine.
Chris Beckett
Jan 64 min read
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Face Serums Explained: What They Actually Do (And Which Ones Your Skin Needs)
Walk into any skincare aisle and youâll see shelves full of tiny bottles promising glow, lift, youth, miracles â and possibly a new personality.
Letâs cut through the marketing and talk facts.
Chris Beckett
Jan 54 min read
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Bingo Wings & Loose Skin following weight loss : What Actually Works (And Whatâs Just Marketing)
If youâve lost weight with weight management medications and suddenly noticed âbingo wingsâ or loose skin on your arms, stomach, thighs, or lower face â youâre not imagining it, and youâre definitely not alone.
Chris Beckett
Jan 14 min read
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Menopause, Darling, Explained: From Hormones to Hot Flashes (With Sass + Science)
The Silent Build-Up: Why Perimenopause Blindsides So Many of Us If menopause is the headline, perimenopause is the long, chaotic warm-up act nobody bought tickets for. Itâs during this phase that many women find themselves googling symptoms in desperation. Perimenopause can begin in your early 40s â sometimes your late 30s â and can last up to a decade . This is when hormones fluctuate wildly, rather than simply âdeclining.â One month, your oestrogen is through the roof (cue
Chris Beckett
Aug 28, 20257 min read
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Unlocking Youthful Skin: Your Go-To Guide for Anti-Aging Treatments and Aesthetic Must-Haves
Achieving ageless beauty is a journey that many of us undertake. We all desire to maintain a youthful glow, feel confident in our skin, and embrace our true selves
Chris Beckett
Jul 29, 20254 min read
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Unlock Your Radiance with Injectables at No 1 Urban Aesthetics
Are you ready to boost your natural beauty and feel more confident? ⨠At No 1 Urban Aesthetics, we believe everyone deserves to shine....
Chris Beckett
Jul 29, 20255 min read
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Beyond Lip Service: Unpacking the Summer Trends in Aesthetics That Everyone Is Talking About
If you thought aesthetics was just about lip fillers, think again. This summer is buzzing with fresh topics, from regenerative injections...
Chris Beckett
Jul 26, 20255 min read
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âď¸ Heatwave Glow-Up: How to Keep Cool, Stay Safe, and Make That Tan Last
How to cope in this heatwave
Chris Beckett
Jul 10, 20253 min read
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Unlock Relief: The Transformative Benefits of Kenalog Injections for Hay Fever Sufferers
Hay fever, or allergic rhinitis, affects millions each yearâparticularly during the warmer months when pollen levels skyrocket. The...
Chris Beckett
Jul 5, 20253 min read
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