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SKIN CAMOUFLARGE IS THE TECHNICAL TERM FOR SPECIALIST PRODUCTS THAT CONCEAL ANY DISCOLOURATION OF THE SKIN ON THE FACE AND/ OR BODY. LESLEY WOOLNOUGH, A QUALIFIED SKIN CAMOUFLAGE PRACTITIONER HIGHLIGHTS JUST HOW LIFE CHANGING THIS TREATMENT CAN BE.
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he application of specialist creams and powders, which can be used to reduce the appearance of a mark, scar or skin condition.
“I had a birthmark which caused me lots of embarrassment & distress. I was shown how to cover my mark as if it wasn’t there. I was so happy. Skin Camouflage has changed my life and given me so much confidence” Lisa, aged 20 years. Skin Camouflage can help with any of the conditions listed below, and many more… • Acne • Birthmarks - port wine stain • Burns & Self-Harm scars • Vitiligo or loss of pigmentation • Rosacea & Psoriasis • Hyperpigmentation ie melasma/chloasma
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OBTAINING HELP Changing Faces is the UK’s leading charity supporting and representing children, young people and adults who have conditions which affect their appearance. Their team of Skin Camouflage Practitioners run 5 main ‘Hub’ clinics across just England and Scotland and offer advice, information & emotional support. You can self-refer on-line to this free service or talk to your GP or Dermatologist and ask for a referral – www.changingfaces.org.uk Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all charity and private clinics have paused their Skin Camouflage Services until further notice.
Vitiligo before and after Skin Camouflage
Skin Camouflage Practitioners You can also find private practice Skin Camouflage Practitioners throughout the UK. A paid for consultation takes approximately 2 hours where you talk about your condition and expectations. You will then be taken through the skin matching process to identify the most suitable product and colour. Once this has been agreed you will be taught: • How to apply the camouflage cream and powder • How to manage it during wear • How to remove to cleanse skin • Where to obtain your camouflage products
