Your phone may be giving you neck wrinkles. Here’s what you can do to fix it. The extended periods of time spent gazing downward on electronic devices could be causing subtle changes to your neck without you realising it. As you bend your head downwards to look at your phone or computer, this persistent posture places strain on the neck muscles and delicate neck skin. The repetitive straining motion can essentially weaken the skin's elasticity and collagen, making it more prone to wrinkling and sagging. Over time, this can lead to the progressive development of neck wrinkles and creases, also ..read more

Skin needling has emerged as a highly sought-after skin rejuvenation treatment in recent years, offering transformative results for various dermatological concerns. However, one crucial aspect that is sometimes overlooked is the importance of undergoing multiple treatments. This treatment involves the use of a device equipped with fine needles that create micro-injuries on the skin's surface. These controlled injuries stimulate the skin's natural healing process, prompting the production of collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness. The Importance o ..read more

Ready for a real solution to your under-eye concerns? Eye creams have long been a staple in skincare routines for combatting common under-eye concerns, providing temporary hydration and some level of improvement. However, their effects are often limited and short-lived. If you're frustrated by the lack of significant results when dealing with stubborn issues like dark circles and fine lines, it may be time to explore a more effective solution. Rejuran-I is an eye rejuvenation treatment new to the Australian market. This treatment goes beyond traditional eye creams to rejuvenate and revitalise ..read more

Your Guide to AviClear Acne Treatment If you're experiencing the pain of persistent breakouts or frustrated by the slow pace of results from traditional treatments, the AviClear laser could be the game-changer you've been looking for. Designed with patient comfort in mind- this innovative treatment targets the root cause of acne, offering a comprehensive solution for achieving clear, radiant skin. AviClear is the first FDA-cleared laser energy device designed specifically for the treatment of moderate to severe acne. AviClear Acne Laser: Dr Michaela Zallmann - Dermatologist (BBNSC (HONS), MBB ..read more

‘Collagen’ has become one of those buzzwords that marketers have used increasingly to promote products and treatments across the dermatology and skin care product fields. But what is it and what does it do? Let’s break it down Collagen naturally occurs throughout the body and is made up of amino acids.  In fact, it is the main structural component that determines how well our bodies retain their shape and firmness as we age – it actually makes up around 30% of the body’s total protein. So that’s the basic science - what about the cosmetic benefits?  Collagen plays a huge role in ..read more

The Australian Summer has started with a warm and particularly sunny bang. and as We’ve mentioned before, Australian people in general endure more sun-related skin problems when compared with our northern hemisphere counterparts. We’ve already mentioned in previous posts but let’s revisit it - Australian people in general endure more sun-related skin problems when compared with their northern hemisphere-counterparts. PREVENTION IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN A CURE, SO HERE ARE OUR 6 TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER SKINCARE! 1. Lighten up your skin-care routine. If you’re feeling a little too snug to wear extra l ..read more

Ultraformer (also known as High Intensity Focused Ultrasound) is one of our most popular treatment requests at DIV. It promotes collagen production and renewal in the deep layers of the skin to resolve the appearance of wrinkles, sagginess and pigmentation. How does it work? The Ultraformer III machine uses ultrasound technology to tauten and lift loose or drooping skin, decrease the appearance of lines and wrinkles and improve the shape of the areas such as the jawline. The machine utilises precision micro-focused and macro-focused High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) energy to instantly ..read more

With the Covid-19 pandemic at the forefront of our minds and with the subsequent near-constant hand washing and sanitising, we may begin to notice our hands drying out or becoming itchy and irritated over time.  Associate Professor Greg Goodman, Director of the Dermatology Institute of Victoria, says washing our hands with soap can have a drying effect because it removes some of the natural fat in our skin.  “Your skin is made up of flattened skin cells, the 'bricks', stuck together by a fatty substance, the 'mortar',” he says.  “If this is washed with soap repeatedly, the soap ..read more

People sure do believe some crazy things about their skin - from the good old toothpaste on the pimple trick to believing pore size changes with temperature; some are old housewives tales while others have been propagated by magazine beauty 'hacks'.  Let’s break it down MYTH 1 - You can boost the collagen in your skin with a collagen-containing cream or serum “Collagen is a protein found in the deep layers of the skin that make it elastic, supple and plump. Unfortunately when topically applied, collagen molecules are too large to penetrate the skin's surface, meaning you can’t boost ..read more

I’m well-rested. So why do I look so tired? There is a common misconception among many people that dark circles or puffiness under the eye are the result of sleepless nights, stress or a little too much partying (pre-COVID, of course). There are three primary causes for under-eye issues - genetics affecting the underlying structure age-related volume loss resulting in under-eye hollowing dark pigmentation under the eye a combination of the three The good news is, there are ways to treat this -Let’s break it down  1. Eye serums with Peptides  Eye serums ..read more