The New UK Retinol Regulations: To Be Or Not To Be?

Retinol has long been a skincare staple, praised for its ability to smooth fine lines, boost collagen, and improve skin tone. However, new UK and EU regulations are set to limit its concentration in over-the-counter products, aiming to reduce the risk of irritation and long-term skin sensitivity. While this doesn’t mean an outright ban, it does mean changes in how consumers access and use retinol. At Lumière MediSpa, we’ve always advocated for professional guidance when using high-strength skincare, ensuring safe and effective results. With these regulations shaping the future of skincare, now more than ever, expert supervision is key to making the most of powerful ingredients like retinol.

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Continually Learning To Give You The Best Dermal Filler Treatments In Oxfordshire

As an NMC Registered Nurse I am duty bound to continue my education to ensure the efficacy and safety of the treatments I provide. Therefore I was delighted when Italian dermal filler manufacturer, IBSA, invited me to Milan for a Masterclass in the latest advancements in hyaluronic acid dermal fillers and the techniques developed to ensure a great result. Of course it was also a great opportunity to meet with other medical expert practitioners from around the globe.

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Try Harder...For A Planet Friendly Cosmetic Clinic

This is a little different from my usual blog items. Instead of preserving and caring for the skin, I want to chat preserving and caring for the planet! It’s no longer just a “hippy movement” but a real change that is needed from each and every one of us! Those hippies were right all along!

I haven’t made a new years resolution this year, but a decade resolution, and it is this: To TRY HARDER! To take a moment of consideration in each of the actions I make and consider “could I try harder at making this item/action/impact better for the planet”.

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The True Cost Of Cheap Lip Fillers

A recent BBC Documentary has highlighted the need for extra vigilance when choosing a practitioner for lip dermal fillers, or any non-surgical treatment for that matter.

Whilst the treatment is generally a safe procedure, there are still some very serious complications that can occur with dermal fillers. Even in the most experienced of hands complications can still arise. The ability to reduce this risk occuring in the first place is essential, as is the ability to effectively resolve the situation if a complication does occur.

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