Skin Care

Peptides are everywhere. In serums. In injectables. In regenerative conversations. In marketing copy that promises collagen, firmness, tightening and repair. But strip away the noise and the buzzwords and one question remains: What actually are peptides — and why do they matter in modern aesthetics?

There was a time when aesthetic medicine was defined by volume. More contour. More lift. More millilitres. The industry matured on the back of hyaluronic acid and neuromodulators — effective, transformative, predictable. But something is shifting.

Ageing is not a wrinkle problem. It is a tissue management process. From your mid‑twenties onward: • Collagen production declines approximately 1% per year • Elastin quality reduces • Bone subtly remodels • Fat pads shift • Ligaments loosen • Hormonal shifts accelerate change

Male aesthetics is no longer a quiet sub‑category of the industry. It is one of the fastest‑growing segments in modern aesthetic medicine.

If you’ve ever searched: men’s facial near me skincare for men UK acne treatment for men Staffordshire oily skin routine male best men’s skin clinic Newcastle‑under‑Lyme …this guide is for you.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're like me, you want to find a gift that truly shows you care. Forget the usual chocolates and flowers this year. How about giving the gift of glowing, healthy skin? Skin treatments and Dermalogica products make thoughtful, luxurious presents that say, "I want you to feel amazing." Whether you're treating your partner or yourself, these ideas bring a touch of professional care and indulgence right to your doorstep.

If you are searching for LED light therapy in Newcastle-under-Lyme, you have likely seen everything from at-home masks to “glow facials” promising instant results. But LED therapy — when delivered correctly in a clinical setting — is not mood lighting. It is photo-biomodulation: the interaction between specific wavelengths of light and living tissue to influence cellular behaviour.

The No.1 Urban Aesthetics Supplement Edit | In‑depth editorial | ~20 min read LED light therapy is not new. It’s not trendy. And it’s not a gimmick. What is  new is how we now understand why it works , how it fits into skin regeneration and collagen banking , and why professional protocols like Dermalogica LuminFusion  have elevated LED from a passive add‑on to an intelligent, biological intervention. This is a deep dive — into the science, the skin biology, the limitations,

Biohacking used to mean cold plunges, red light panels and expensive supplements with questionable taste. In 2026, it means something far more interesting

Writer: Chris Beckett – No.1 Urban Aesthetics (Glitterbels HQ, Newcastle‑under‑Lyme) The uncomfortable truth about acne Let’s get this out the way: acne isn’t a hygiene issue . It’s not because you “don’t wash properly”. It’s not because you’ve “not found the right scrub”. And it’s absolutely not because you’ve done anything wrong. Acne is a medical‑grade skin condition with a biology . And the reason so many people stay stuck in a loop of breakouts is because they’re treatin

If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought “I don’t look older… I look tired” — this is why. We’re entering a new era of aesthetics: less “freeze and fill”, 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.

GLP‑1 medications have reshaped modern weight‑management. For many people, they have delivered something years of dieting, discipline, and willpower could not: predictable, sustained weight loss.

Bright, healthy skin isn’t about chasing trends—it’s 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 . Here’s what makes it different—and why it earns its place in clinical skincare routine

Fine lines and wrinkles don’t appear overnight. They develop gradually, often unnoticed, until one day your skin feels different — makeup settles into lines, your complexion looks less rested, and firmness isn’t quite what it used to be. This isn’t failure. It’s physiology.

If you have sensitive skin, you already know the rules are different. One wrong cleanser and suddenly it’s tight, red, stinging—or all three. Finding a cleanser that genuinely cleans without triggering irritation can feel like skincare roulette. Here’s the truth: sensitive skin doesn’t need more products. It needs smarter, clinically‑informed ones.

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?

Microneedling gets all the attention. The device.The needles.The redness. But here’s the truth most clinics gloss over: 👉 The serum does the heavy lifting.

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

I didn’t book a facial for self-care. I didn’t 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 wasn’t expecting anything profound. But something unexpected happened. For one quiet hour, my body stopped bracing. I didn’t fix anything. I didn’t “heal.” I didn’t gain clarity or have a breakthrough. I just felt the tension leave — and that alone was more powerful than I

Walk into any skincare aisle and you’ll see shelves full of tiny bottles promising glow, lift, youth, miracles — and possibly a new personality. Let’s cut through the marketing and talk facts.