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Facing Acne At Any Age

From understanding the causes of acne scars to expert-recommended skincare solutions from the girls and rejuvenating treatments, embark on a journey towards self-assured skin with the guidance of our skin experts and top-notch products.

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Woman with hyperpigmentation

Prevent and Cure Pigmentation

Hyperpigmentation treatment: how to handle dark spots and pigmentation Even if we’re careful and avoid getting that dreaded sunburn on our skin on hot days, cumulative exposure to the sun’s UVA and UVB rays (even in mornings, evenings and on cloudy days) can lead to the formation of pigmentation on our skin. This will often pop up within a few weeks on our face, arms, neck and chest area in the form of freckles, spots, moles and dark patches. While some people don’t mind a few freckles, the accumulation of darker pigmentation can make our skin look aged, and many of us prefer an even skin tone. So what are the best ways to prevent and cure pigmentation? We run through our top tips below. How can I prevent freckles, moles, dark spots and pigmentation patches?   1. Apply a quality mineral SPF daily While it’s an obvious one to throw some sunscreen in our beach bag and apply it when we’re in the direct sun around the middle of the day, those UVA and UVB rays are out every day from AM to PM, so prevention is key. Apply it generously (a smidge of SPF in your foundation won’t cut it for long summer days!). The easiest way? Use it like a primer under your makeup. We love a tinted, non-greasy mineral SPF formula like Suntegrity 5 in 1 Tinted Moisturiser Sunscreen, or O Cosmedics Mineral Pro, which both use SPF30+ protection from natural 20% zinc oxide, as well

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Dermapen results before and after

This is Skin Confidence

Our lovely client Georgia has agreed to share her “skin health” journey. She has been visiting Nicola Quinn for the past 12 months, having regular Dermapen treatments and following an active skincare home routine. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing all the ins and outs of her treatments, and her incredible results. We are over the moon to share her final outcomes and announce that these amazing results have landed Bernice with NZ Dermapen High Performance Practitioner of the Year – meaning Nicola Quinn Beauty & Day Spa is officially the #1 Dermapen Skin Clinic in New Zealand! We chat with Georgia and Bernice… So, Georgia, you’ve completed six Dermapen treatments now – the results are pretty amazing! You must be over the moon? I’ve never been the girl with amazing skin or that radiant glow, and since a young age, I’ve always been very self-conscious of my freckles. Dermapen has dramatically improved my skin texture, acne, scarring, hydration, pore size, fine lines (the list goes on!), and I’ve finally achieved that healthy glow I’ve always wanted. So much so that I’ve actually stopped wearing foundation, without even making a conscious decision to do so! I’m no longer hiding my skin, and I think the biggest result for me is that I now have the confidence to let my natural complexion be on display. I am definitely “over the moon” with my results, my only regret is not finding out about and starting Dermapen sooner! 2021 NZ Dermapen High-Performance

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Amazing results from Dermapen microneedling

Why Consistency is Everything

Today we chat to Skin Therapist Bernice about Georgia’s treatment plan, Dermapen, and why consistency is everything! Our lovely client Georgia has agreed to share her “skin health” journey. She has been having regular Dermapen treatments and following an active skincare home routine.  Why should you commit to a membership rather than a one-off treatment?  Because results won’t happen instantly! In the same way you wouldn’t visit one fitness class and do one day of healthy eating and expect a transformation, great results take dedication and commitment. When you commit to a skin membership, we can adjust your treatment plan by analysing the skin as we progress. It’s important to tailor your treatments if you want to achieve the ultimate skin outcomes. The second reason is that a membership will give you the best results within the shortest time frame. This is because you’re spaced with optimum time between treatments to encourage skin rejuvenation. If you’re just popping in for occasional treatments, the results won’t quite measure up. In this way it works out more cost effective, PLUS you get a discount on home-care products too. It amazes me how so many women have designer handbags or shoes, the most expensive makeup and the latest phones, but they buy their skincare from the supermarket! Girl, we need to talk. Your skin is on show all the time, and it’s going to be with you for your entire life – treat it well! Can you be consistent with any skincare product

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Woman describes what a Dermapen treatment feels like

My First Dermapen Microneedling Treatment

Our lovely client Georgia has agreed to share her “skin health” journey. She has been visiting Nicola Quinn for the past 12 months, having regular Dermapen treatments and following an active skincare home routine. Over the coming weeks, we are going to share all the ins and outs of her treatments and her amazing results. Today she shares her experience trying Dermapen microneedling for the first time. After my consultation and introduction to my DP Dermaceuticals skincare routine a couple of weeks ago, I finally jumped into my first Dermapen treatment. I had already seen some improvement in my skin after using my new active products, and as soon as I could see these changes, my morning and evening skincare ritual became something I actually got excited about! Clear skin here I come. Nicola Quinn Beauty and Day Spa is a “Gold Authorised Treatment Provider” for Dermapen, which means they only use the protocol DP Dermaceuticals products, the most advanced device (the Dermapen4) and follow all treatment and safety protocols. I booked in my first treatment for a Tuesday evening as I thought I’d need to go straight home, although I’ll know for next time that I can actually go straight back to work. This is because the tinted “Cover Recover” healing and cooling sunscreen product used right after my treatment covered any pinkness in my skin afterwards. Left: Straight after a Dermapen treatment. Right: After the CoverRecover was applied The Dermapen treatment started with a relaxing mini-facial, using a

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Choosing skincare at Nicola Quinn

Starting My Journey to Skin Health

Our lovely Client, Georgia, has agreed to share her “skin health” journey with you. She has been visiting NQ for the past 12 months, having regular Dermapen treatments. Over the coming weeks, we are going to share all the ins and outs of her treatments and her amazing results. Hi! I’m Georgia, I’m 27 and have always been interested in improving my skin, but I’ve never really known where to start. With so many products on the market it can all be a bit overwhelming – especially when you throw in all the skincare advertising, we see each day!  It was only when my friend recommended, I visit Nicola Quinn Beauty and Day Spa (after I complained to her about my acne) that I started to learn about the power of modern skin treatments and active skincare. Prior to this I had no idea what either of these things were, and assumed spas were just for massages, face masks and manicures! My first appointment was a consultation with the lovely Bernice, who made me feel so comfortable and was incredibly knowledgeable about skin.  She talked me through some possible causes of my skin breakouts, and went over a home care routine that would get me on track quickly, as well as a treatment plan to drive the ultimate results.  Starting a new skincare routine can seem overwhelming, and Bernice said I could just start with the basics – a good cleanser, hydrator and an SPF.  I decided to invest in

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