To scan and restore Windows system files if this common DLL error is caused due to missing system files. Sometimes, a software program is most likely to be the cause behind this error. Try uninstalling the program and reinstall it to troubleshoot the “invalid page fault” error message. Generally, if you’re using Microsoft Windows, you can simply run programs by finding them in the Start Menu or from the Windows search tool and clicking on them. These programs might use shared code files called dynamic link libraries, or DLL files, that have a .dll extension, but you generally don’t run or acce ..read more

 Chemical sunscreen: Absorbs into the skin and then absorbs UV rays much like a sponge, then converts the rays into heat, and releases them from the body before the skin can soak them up. The active ingredients in chemical sunscreens include avobenzone, octinoxate and oxybenzone. Perfect for swimming, sports, or those who require a water-resistant formula. Top picks: Aspect Envirostat DMK Soleil Defence Physical sunscreen: Sits on top of the skin and reflects the sun’s rays like a shield. More commonly known as mineral sunscreens as it uses the minerals titanium dioxide and zinc oxide a ..read more

When we go through a state of stress, whether it be acute (short duration) or chronic (constant, long term), this can be from actively feeling stressed from work, a pandemic, children etc or a stressor on the body e.g. heavy caffeine intake, over exercising, medications or unhealthy diets. Many internal changes begin to happen bringing our body out of homeostasis (balance), our body tries to cope with this by starting a chain reaction of hormonal release. The hypothalamus sends signals out some making its way to the adrenal glands to produce more cortisol (stress hormone). Having high levels o ..read more

Sensitive skins aren’t actually sensitive, they are impaired. But the term encompasses the general main feelings you will experience if you have this type of skin condition. The most common cause of sensitive skins is an impaired acid mantle: the first barrier of defence that acts as to protect from bacteria, viruses and potential contaminants. It is made up of water, oil and amino acids. So, as you can imagine if this barrier is not functioning properly and there are gaps in the defence, anything that you put on your skin that falls through the cracks without being filtered, the skin will res ..read more

We get asked a lot of questions around pregnancy and breastfeeding, so thought we’d put some brief information to help. It is essential to let your skin therapist know if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant (even if you’re waiting to share your special news with friends and family), so we can tailor your treatment and skincare routine to avoid any potentially harmful ingredients  Our favourite skin treatments: DMK Enzyme Therapy Relaxation Facial Dermaplaning Lactic Peels SkinPen Your skin can change a lot during pregnancy, and your body is undergoing rapid changes at this time ..read more

If you’re not using the DMK Mist with your DMK Moisturiser and serums, you’re not getting the full, amazing benefits of the products. DMK Cremes have been formulated so that when they’re combined with the mist, instead of remaining on the surface of the skin like moist moisturisers, they penetrate deep into the voids where ingredients can be stored. DMK Mists have such a high content of minerals, herbs, amino acids and vitamins that the solution becomes polarised, allowing it to immediately break surface tension increasing the hydration and free water levels, and efficiently assists in the tra ..read more

Exfoliation helps to ‘buff off’ the top redundant cells and speed up cell turnover making skin bright, smooth and your products can be absorbed deeper – But can you exfoliate too much? YES!! ? Depending on the type of exfoliant you have ideally you should be exfoliating 1-2x a week. You also need to take your other skincare products into consideration when using an exfoliant. Does your cleanser, toner or serum have exfoliating properties? Vitamin A, Salicylic, Lactic Acid to name a few, are all chemical forms of exfoliating ingredients. The difference is that chemical exfoliants use acids or ..read more

It’s never too early to start preventing skin damage and signs of aging. However, that doesn’t mean you need to have a long, complicated regimen at the ripe age of 21. The absolute best anti-aging product to start with is sunscreen. If you protect your skin from sun damage at an early age, you won’t have to do as much damage control when you’re in your 30s and beyond. We have a range of sunscreens in salon from a matte to dewy finish for all skin types ? Once you’re in your 20s, you can start considering ingredients like Retinol (vitamin A), Vitamin C, and AHA’s and incorporating them as need ..read more

This is one of the most common questions we get. Like most good questions the answer usually starts with “it depends”. To simplify things we will divide the answer into two categories. The first one is skin experiencing an issue or specific condition, like acne, rosacea, dermatitis or pigmentation. In this case the specific treatment program will dictate the protocol but in most cases once every 2-3 weeks will really help get the condition under control along with your daily homecare. After this initial treatment program a maintenance schedule can be used. For general skin maintenance, it is ..read more

Keratosis Pilaris is a common skin condition that presents as small, red, rough bumps on the skin, similar to goosebumps, and is usually found on various areas of the body. More commonly on the back of the arms, but is also found on the thighs, hands or buttocks. Although the condition is harmless, it can cause great distress to sufferers. Keratosis Pilaris occurs when the body produces too much of a natural protein found in skin called keratin. The excess keratin surrounds and entraps the hair follicles in the pore. This then causes the formation of hard plugs, resulting in the appearance of ..read more