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The Skin Care Edition B E A U T Y C H E F: R E C I P E S TO N O U R I S H YO U R SKIN FROM THE INSIDE.

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THE SKIN CARE EDITION

Contents

In this issue 8 Focus on Findon, Introducing the newly renovated store.

10 Clarins Return, Recycle, Rejoice.

12 Ecezma. What is it? and how should it be treated?

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Beauty from the inside. Beauty Chef shares simple ways to incorporate adaptogens into your day.

Tips on how men can nourish their skin using Natio bodycare.

20 Member Spotlight with Poh Ling Yeow.

22 La Roche-Posay Best Acne Treatments.

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Skin Deep Your skin is the largest organ of our body, but often, we see skin care as purely aesthetic. Skin health plays an important role in your overall health and it’s important to understand what your skin needs at each stage of life.

Dedicated to providing you with expertise that can help take your skin to the next level, we dive deep into the skin issues and concerns you may experience at any age.

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aking care of your skin starts with having the best knowledge and information at your fingertips, ready to tackle any skin concern you experience at whatever stage of life you are in.

National Pharmacies caters to all ages, especially when it comes to our wide range of quality skincare products.

Whether you need help with a particular skin concern or just need some helpful advice, you can always pop into your local National Pharmacies where our friendly and knowledgeable team will provide you with options that cater to your needs.

Teens Teenage years are unique for everyone, but the one thing teenagers have in common since the dawn of time, thanks to puberty and hormonal changes, are those dreaded breakouts! Growing from tween to teen is the ideal time to start implementing a skincare routine. With new skin issues, like breakouts, hormonal acne, and the introduction of makeup, helping your teenager establish a morning and evening skincare routine will provide them with a good foundation for future skin health. Start simple with a cleanser, moisturiser and SPF. If breakouts, acne or blemishes are already wreaking havoc, there are many gentle and effective products to give your teen’s skin the upper hand while offering an extra confidence boost. We recommend the Avène Cleanance range of cleansers and moisturisers.

Teenage years are unique for everyone, but the one thing all teens have in common is dreaded breakouts.

Kids

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Skin care starts at infancy. As soon as our precious bundle of joy arrives, their skin is immediately experiencing the world unprotected for the first time. Our children’s precious and evolving skin needs to be looked after, but their skin is different to ours. Babies and children often have fresh and yet sensitive skin, so it’s important to protect the layers of the epidermis, which in itself is protecting your child’s under layers of skin. Skin care for children is simple: A gentle cleanser, hydrating moisturiser and a gentle SPF. Avoiding added fragrances, colours and chemicals, and steering toward natural products tailored for children, will provide your child’s sensitive skin with everything it needs. Try MooGoo’s wide range of fuss-free products for babies and children.

What we use in our teen years often leads into how we care for our skin in our 20's, but with changes like environmental factors, lifestyles and hormones, our skin also changes. These years can be essential in how our skin combats the signs of ageing, sun damage and pigmentation. The antiageing process actually starts in our 20's, so it’s important to start protecting your skin against damage, fine lines and wrinkles now.

As they say: Prevention is better than cure; wearing SPF50+ every day (even in Winter), can be the difference between “I wish I looked after my skin sooner” and “I feel confident in my skin”. We recommend La Roche-Posay’s range of Anthelios sunscreen, which provides overall SPF50+ protection against sun damage and suits all skin types.

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Our 30's is a turning point not just in our lives but in our skin. Our skincare needs to adapt to combat new concerns.

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40's

Our 30's are a turning point for many of us.

It’s the time when many of us will establish our career, start a family, and begin to settle into our lives. It’s also a turning point for our skin. As cell turnover becomes slower and signs of ageing, fine lines, and wrinkles appear, our skincare routine needs to adapt to combat these new concerns. Whether you’re experiencing hormonal changes, environmental influences, sun damage or dry and dull skin, the key to skin health during this time is hydration. When our skin is dehydrated it can’t perform at its best. As well as drinking your recommended intake of water each day, we recommend including Jurlique’s Activating Water Essence as part of your skincare routine. It is formulated to hydrate the skin by stimulating the skin’s ability to retain moisture while preparing the skin for better product absorption that keeps you going and glowing.

As a significant decade, your 40's can play a vital role in your anti-ageing efforts. Our skin becomes more susceptible to our surroundings during this time; you may not notice it, but your skin is absorbing pollutants in the air around us constantly, and this increases throughout our 40's and ongoing. Products that offer hydration, collagen stimulation, protection from harsh pollutants and overall rejuvenation, will keep your skin healthy and protected.

We recommend Clarins-Extra-Firming Range, providing results of visibly firmer, smoother and more radiant skin for that healthy and youthful overall look and feel, while offering protection from harsh pollutants.

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Entering your 50's is a time to spoil and nourish your skin. Adding skincare treatments, like a regular facial, or at home mask, will leave your skin feeling hydrated and healthy.

50's Turning 50 holds different meaning for every individual. While there may be new changes you need to cater for, especially for those experiencing menopause, entering your 50's is a time to spoil and nourish your skin.

Adding skincare treatments, like a regular facial, or at home mask, will leave your skin feeling hydrated and healthy. You may already have an antioxidant serum as part of your skincare routine, we recommend Clarins Double Serum. Made from 21 active plant extracts, Clarins Double Serum aims to firm skin and restore radiance and evenness to your complexion while visibly reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

60-70+ While menopause is in the past and life looks a little different, our 60's and 70's are full of even more opportunity to enjoy life more than ever before. As we live longer and healthier lives, we can still look and feel our best at any age. Maintaining nourished, hydrated and healthy skin in our 60's and beyond is crucial and our more mature skin needs more of everything: More hydration, more protection and more love. For everyday use, we recommend the Janesce Softening Wonder Cream and Wonder Serum for gentle and nourishing coverage that’ll have you waking up ready to take on the day.

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The newly renovated Findon store has a new prestige skincare, beauty and fragrance area.

Focus On: Findon National Pharmacies Findon is quickly becoming the one-stop-shop that locals love for all their skincare, beauty, health and wellbeing needs.

With recent renovations to the store, National Pharmacies Findon Service Manager, Julie, believes the shop caters for anyone and everyone, young and old.

Taking the experience to the next level, National Pharmacies Findon has also added a brand new Clinique counter to the store, alongside its seasoned and established 14-years-strong Clarins counter.

Julie speaks highly of the Findon store, “Customers are fantastic, they really are; I’ve been here for five years and they are easy to get along with. Plus our team who work here get along so well too, we all have the same values and same experiences inside and outside of work” There’s an incredible breadth of knowledge within the team at the Findon store, including the passion for all things skin, beauty and wellness from their Clarins and Clinique counters.

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Allysha, Clinique Senior Beauty Consultant, explains “we offer skin analysis, expertise, and advice that allows us to go through a client’s skin concerns and tailor the products to their needs”. The Clinique counter is also a makeup station, where customers can get event-ready for any occasion.

What’s your favourite Clinique product?

“I have acne-prone skin, so I go toward the Anti-Blemish product range, but my favourite would have to be the Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrator. It’s a gel cream that moisturises the skin for 100 hours, with aloe vera which is perfect for sunkissed or sensitive skin; I also wear the overnight mask of the same name”.

What does this counter bring to Findon?

“What makes the Clinique counter at Findon so special is that it’s different and caters to the younger demographic, even teens who are going through acne or pregnant women who experience new skin issues, and we even cater to men’s skin needs.”

Allysha, Clinique Senior Beauty Consultant, Favourite product: Clinique Moisture Surge Hydrator.

Sophie, Clarins Beauty Advisor, Favourite product: Clarins Double Serum Eye.

“The counter was introduced in November [2021], and it’s great for those with sensitive skin as we are 100% fragrance and paraben free. This brand has been around for generations, most young people that come in know about the brand because their grandparents have always used Clinique.”

Just a step over is the established Clarins counter where Sophie, who has been nurturing and evolving the counter for just over 14 years, explains her passion and loyalty to the brand.

Tell us about your experience at Clarins “I’ve been managing this counter at Findon for 14 years, this is where I started my Clarins journey. It’s a beautiful brand, I love the

philosophy behind it as we work with the environment and provide a safe place for future generations. Their values of sustainable beauty and innovation is what I believe in.”

How has your Clarins counter grown?

“As Clarins is a family owned business, the people that represent the brand are wonderful and the customers are loyal to us. We provide exceptional customer service, that’s why they come back to this counter, whether it’s for products, or facial experiences in our dedicated Beauty Room.

It’s an opportunity to feel good about yourself and have extended wellbeing.”

What’s the Beauty Room?

“Once a month for a week we offer the full Clarins experience with a Clarins team that do facials for customers. It’s an opportunity for them to try what they might not be using at home and have a spa-like day at your pharmacy.”

That’s something unheard of at pharmacies, is that why you love working at Findon? “[Findon] is my baby, it’s where I started and nurtured and grew with [the counter]. I’ve gotten to know my clientele very well. I’ve been fortunate enough to be nominated for the Clarins Authenticity Award, they only present 5 awards once a year in Australia, and I won it! It really speaks to the authenticity of the store and our passion and experience here.”

What are your favourite Clarins products? " The Double Serum and Double Serum Eye. The Double Serum is iconic for us because it’s a complete anti-ageing serum that targets the five vital functions of the skin with 21 plant ingredients."

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Return, Recycle, Rejoice with Clarins.

Clarins reinforces its commitment to Responsible Beauty by extending its Return, Recycle, Rejoice recycling initiative to a partnership with National Pharmacies.

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he French beauty experts since 1954, Clarins was founded on two principals: listening to women’s needs and a love of nature. Women, because they are the reason all Clarins products and expertise was created for. Nature, because it is our source of inspiration, innovation and offers plant-based active ingredients essential to each formula we develop. These principals are still our driving force, passed down from one generation to the next; making Clarins a responsible and engaged entity, steered by a long-term vision.

Clarins commitment to corporate social responsibility began as early as 1966 when the Clarins Institute - the first of many Clarins “spas” around the world - started selling 100% pure plant extract oils to clients. They were the first products to be formulated using only plant extracts and packaged in glass bottles. In 1993 Clarins joined AlpAction (now called ‘Asters’) to facilitate the preservation of the French Alps region. Clarins launched the first of many fair-trade programs in 2007, and in 2020 unveiled a formal program for its CSR initiatives, Clarins We Care. Its manifesto: making life more beautiful, passing on more beautiful planet. This involves an extensive programme of initiatives that can be grouped as two halves of the whole: caring for people and caring for the planet.

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Eliminate unnecessary packaging.

New products have their product information printed on the interior of the outer carton packaging – eliminating the need for a separate paper insert inside.

Innovate towards reusable and recyclable packaging designs.

Already some products in our range are made from 30% recycled glass and are fully recyclable including our Aromaphytocare face and body oils, as well as our treatment fragrances.

Ensure that the materials we produce remain in circulation and do not become a source of pollution.

In addition, Clarins is proud to be carbon neutral since 2020, with a goal to reduce emissions by 30% by the year 2025; furthering our commitment to neutralize our carbon footprint for future.

However, this work on packaging design isn’t enough on its own to guarantee their circularity. To achieve this and to ensure the adequate recycling or re-use of packaging, in selected locations, Clarins is initiating a program called Return, Recycle, Rejoice.

Today, almost all of Clarins skincare products are recyclable and 100% of the catalogue will be so by 2025 with 50% incorporating recycled material (which reduces the production of plastic). We recognise that some cosmetics products packaging can be difficult to separate for recycling through customers’ own council recycling programs. As a solution, at selected Clarins counters around the country, we have facilitated the collection of used cosmetics packaging – of any brand – which will be responsibly separated into separate materials and recycled. We are so proud to be partnering with National Pharmacies to extend this partnership into their network of locations.

Customers can participate in this recycling initiative through National Pharmacies locations across Australia.

In-store at National Pharmacies:

Adelaide, Norwood, Findon, Glenunga, Glenelg.

Trans-seasonal Skincare With a touch of sadness, we say goodbye to summer. We love this time of year when our skin seems to glow.

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ith warmer weather, spending more time outdoors keeps us active and our natural desire to drink more water gives our skin a higher level of humidity. Our diet is full of light fresh foods easy to digest, and let’s not forget the abundance of beautiful fresh stone fruit, rich in Vitamin A. This helps build natural resilience to the sun, and keeps the free flow of oils on to the surface of our skin which is so important for maintaining the natural protective skin barrier. Healthy skin barrier, healthy skin.

Added to this is the benefit of moderate sun exposure which evens out complexion and so during the warmer months, cell regeneration and repair is optimal.

With winter around the corner changes can occur in our skin as we move between cold outside temperatures to warm heated inside temperatures. We tend to be less active outdoors and so our desire to drink water is reduced, and we may choose heavier “comfort” foods that slow metabolism.

Thicker clothing means our skin does not breathe as much, and less sunshine leads to less Vitamin D. This balance between lifestyle and what we eat is reflected in the health of our skin, and so how does our skin care regime help?

To keep skin healthy all year it is important to understand that there are two essential elements: maintaining hydration and feeding your skin nutrient rich plant extracts. Hydration is fundamental for delivering nutrients to the cells which encourages cellular health. It also maintains the protective skin barrier, and keeps texture soft. Plant extracts deliver essential nutritional compounds that are readily absorbed, and these nutrients help the cells build your skins resilience. When working with whole plant extracts it means that the actives are capable of working synergistically to support the skin on a daily basis, improving its ability to regenerate and adapt to changing seasonal conditions. If we apply these trusted principles of nutrition by choosing nutrient rich skincare products, our skin will tolerate environmental changes.

Winter moisturisers do not need to be heavier if your skin is well hydrated and nourished. However, there are choices around variables to match how your skin feels daily in any weather. For example, you may choose to add a facial oil, or feeding mask to your routine if your skin feels like it needs more nourishment. Or you can choose to alternate a day lotion to use at night if the weather is more humid, or start your day with a more nourishing moisturiser. You will learn to recognise what your skin needs on a daily basis. However, your selection of key products in your daily routine should not need to change seasonally.

All Janesce skin care products have a high percentage of bio-active organic plant extracts, and our 2-step hydration ritual is an essential part of a healthy skin glow.

Begin your day with the Janesce soaking ritual which delivers a deep level of hydration as the water-soluble plant actives draw water into the lower skin layers.

Followed by Janesce Refresher mists that continue the layering of humidifying plant extracts and create a perfect base for the application of nutrient rich Janesce serums and moisturisers.

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References Facts About Eczema 2021, Eczema Association Australasia, Queensland Government, viewed 22 February 2022, <eczema.org.au>.

Eczema 2020, healthdirect, Australian Government Department of Health, viewed 22 February 2022, <healthdirect.gov.au>.

Eczema

By Robyn Johns, Edited by Bill Lelas

Mumford, B, Li, J, Su, J & Chong, A 2022, Skin Health : Eczema, Skin Health Institute, viewed 22 February 2022, <skinhealthinstitute.org.au>.

How to Manage Eczema 2021, Eczema Association Australasia, Queensland Government, viewed 22 February 2022, <eczema.org.au>.

Over a million Australians have eczema and of these just over 20 percent are children. Nearly two-thirds of all eczema sufferers are diagnosed between birth and 1 year of age, with over half of adult sufferers describing their condition as chronic and moderately impacting their daily life.

What Is Eczema?

Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition that presents as a red, dry, itchy, sensitive, and inflamed rash. It most commonly appears on the face, hands, neck, inner elbows, back of the knees, but can appear on any part of the body. Although not a life-threatening disease, it can be difficult to control if symptoms are not regularly and routinely maintained.

What Causes Eczema?

We are not exactly sure what causes eczema. It often occurs in people with a family history but can also be triggered by some foods, alcohol, and stress. Many sufferers also have other allergic conditions, including asthma and hay fever.

There are many known factors that can cause eczema symptoms to flare-up or worsen.

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Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a common skin condition that presents as a red, dry, itchy, sensitive, and inflamed rash. It most commonly appears on the face, hands, neck, inner elbows, back of the knees, but can appear on any part of the body.

These differ from person to person and can include: • Dry skin • Scratching or rubbing the affected area • Stress • Allergens, such as pollens that you breathe in • Dairy foods, wheat, nuts, eggs, and seafood • Artificial colours, preservatives, and food additives • Weather changes (hot to cold, humid to dry) • Skin infections • Contact with chemicals such as soaps, perfumes, and chlorine in swimming pools

OTHER TIPS TO HELP YOU MANAGE • Avoid soaps as they can damage and dry the skin.

Use a soap substitute instead, available at your pharmacy.

• Exposure to animals, house dust mites, carpet, or grass • Heat or hot rooms • Sand (especially in sand pits) and rough fabrics, such as wool, nylon and synthetics TREATMENT

There is no cure for eczema, but symptoms of itch and rash can be managed to achieve normal looking skin. Treatment should be thought of as an ongoing commitment and can be routinely managed in the following ways:

• Ensure water is not too hot when showing or bathing.

• Treat flare-ups - Recognise worsening symptoms and treat as soon as possible with corticosteroid creams, ointments, or lotions prescribed by your doctor or recommended by your pharmacist.

• Avoid triggers - Identify and if possible, remove triggers. Avoid irritation or scratching.

• Control itching - Use antihistamines and cold compresses. Antihistamines are available at your pharmacy. Talk to your pharmacist regarding the antihistamines most suitable for you and your condition.

• Protect the skin - Apply skin moisturisers at least twice a day. Moisturisers relieve itching, prevent drying and restore the protective layer of the skin. Ensure the moisturiser is not scented. Ask your pharmacist for a suitable product.

• Develop an Eczema Action Plan - Consult with your doctor. This is a personal plan and checklist that with help you manage your eczema once you know the triggers. This can be found on the allergy.org.au website.

• Pat skin dry after bathing and immediately apply moisturiser to slightly damp skin.

• Avoid getting too hot and overheating. If possible, reduce the use of electric blankets and avoid wearing wool next to the skin.

• Ensure clothing is soft, smooth, and not tight. Use a low irritant washing liquid/powder and rinse well.

• Moisturise. Develop and maintain a daily skincare routine. Ask your pharmacist how.

At National Pharmacies we can assist you in selecting the right products to manage your eczema.

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What Are Adaptogens & How Do They Work?

Adaptogens have certainly been a bit of a buzzword in the health and wellness world in recent years. But unlike many woo-woo ‘trends’, adaptogens have been around for eons and truly stand up to the hype.

What Are Adaptogens?

Put simply, adaptogens are classed as herbal pharmaceuticals or non-toxic plants that support the body’s nervous system and response to stress—whether it be physical, psychological or biological.

Most adaptogens also have their roots firmly planted in Eastern medicine—with both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic healing modalities utilising adaptogenic herbs for thousands of years, prescribing them to treat a variety of physiological and psychological ailments.

While their ability to help the body maintain homeostasis is what makes them so useful for helping us to deal with life's stressors, (supporting our adrenal glands, regulating blood pressure and balancing our stress hormones)—their other benefits include helping to combat fatigue, support energy metabolism, boost cognitive function, ease symptoms of depression and anxiety and improve sleep.

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Should You Take An Adaptogen Supplement?

As with any supplement, it’s important to do your own research as not all supplements are created equal. With adaptogens available in many forms—including teas, tinctures, powders and tonics—it’s vital to establish the level of adaptogens contained in your chosen formula and also consider the other ingredients used. Are they beneficial? Are the ingredients sustainable? What are the potential side effects?

As mentioned above, adaptogens also have varying effects on the body, so it’s important to choose the right adaptogen for you before adding it to your beauty or wellness routine.

The Beauty Chef Difference The way adaptogens work holistically to support overall health, beauty and wellbeing perfectly reflects our own philosophy— which is why we have incorporated a few of these powerful herbs—including Ashwaganda, Holy Basil and Licorice—into our bio-fermented ADAPTOGEN Inner Beauty Boost. Designed for stressed skin, this delicious kola-nut flavoured elixir not only supports your body’s response to stress, it reduces fatigue, refreshes tired-looking skin, calms a ruddy complexion and nourishes your gut, too. As always, The Beauty Chef’s exclusive Flora Culture™ bio-fermentation process helps to supercharge each ingredient, increasing their potency and bioavailability— for even greater benefits.

Energising ADAPTOGEN Smoothie Containing our delicious ADAPTOGEN inner beauty elixir—which has been formulated with activated vitamins B6 and B12 to help reduce fatigue, refresh tired-looking skin and recharge your energy—as well as selenium-rich Brazil nuts and zesty lime, this smoothie is the perfect pick-me-up.

SERVES 1 - makes 1 ½ cups/375mL INGREDIENTS:

ANTIOXIDANT Berry Frappé Invigorating and immune-boosting, we love this recipe for an afternoon pick-me-up.

Turmeric is known for its potent antiinflammatory, antiviral and antibacterial activities, while ANTIOXIDANT Inner Beauty Boost has been supercharged with elderberry and selenium to support immunity, vitamin C to help protect against free radical damage and more probiotics for a healthy gut.

¾ cup (180mL) chilled green tea 2 teaspoons ground linseed ½ cup (60g) frozen raspberries 1/3 cup (80mL) milk kefir or unsweetened coconut yoghurt ¼ small–medium ripe avocado 3 Brazil nuts 1 tablespoon ADAPTOGEN Inner Beauty Boost 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice 8 mint leaves ½ medjool date 3 ice cubes

METHOD: Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

SERVES 1 - makes 1 1/2 cups/375ml INGREDIENTS: 3/4 cup (100g) ice 1/2 cup (125mL) coconut water 1/2 cup (60g) frozen blueberries 1 tablespoon ANTIOXIDANT Inner Beauty Boost 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/8 teaspoon finely grated fresh turmeric Freshly squeezed juice of 1/2 lime Freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground astragalus (optional)

METHOD: Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender and blitz until ice is finely crushed.

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Body Care for Men. Taking good care of your hands, arms, shoulders and chest is just as important as taking care of your face. by Rakhal Ebeli

For a dry-style scrub that is massaged into damp skin, try the Spirit Desert Lime and Coffee Salt Scrub. Enriched with the potent goodness of native Desert Lime plus natural Salt and Coffee granules, this scrub brightens and protects skin while leaving you with a zingy, uplifting fragrance that has to be smelled to be believed.

Spa Papaya and Cane Sugar Gentle Body Exfoliant: this microbead-free formula uses both fruit enzymes and natural exfoliating granules to slough away dead skin. It’s incredibly easy to use in the shower: simply work into the body in circular movements then rinse off.

The natural oils in this scrub have an added benefit – they moisturise the skin, leaving it feeling nourished and smooth once you dry off.

FOR HARD-WORKING HANDS

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hen it comes to men’s skin care, it’s important to remember product application shouldn’t stop at the jawline or neck. The skin is the largest organ of the body, so applying vitamin, mineral and essential oil-enriched products across the chest, shoulders, arms and hands can have great benefits year-round.

Read on for a few tips on how men can nourish their skin using Natio bodycare that is effective, fuss-free and brimming with goodness.

FOR THE NECK AND CHEST

An SPF moisturiser is the number one product you need in your bathroom cabinet to prevent sun damage and ageing. When applying moisturiser to your face, ensure you carry it down onto the neck (front and back), ears and top of the chest – especially if your day takes you into the outdoors. For this area, you can use any daily face moisturiser with a very high SPF. Try Natio for Men SPF 50+ Face or the unisex, award-winning Daily Defence SPF 50+ Face Moisturiser.

KEEP IT SMOOTH AND SOFT

Man or woman, we all desire soft, smooth healthy skin - especially on the arms and shoulders. Regular exfoliation will help to remove dead skin and product build-up on the body, revealing the perfectly supple skin beneath. It only takes a few extra minutes in your routine once or twice a week and the results are worth it.

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A complete bodycare routine doesn’t ignore the hands. Especially if they are dry, rough or calloused. Whenever skin needs it, simply apply a small amount of Spirit Hemp & Muntrie Hardworking Hand Cream onto hands and rub into the front, back and forearms, including knuckles, fingertips and nails.

While the product is fragrance free, it is also packed with antioxidant and antiinflammatory naturals including native Muntrie, Lilly Pilly and Hemp Seed, to moisturise and soothe hard-working hands.

SUN PROTECTION FOR THE ENTIRE BODY

Whether you’re hitting the beach, off to work or out on the bike - skin should be protected from the sun anytime you head into the great outdoors. No ifs, ands or buts.

Natio has a great range of SPF 50+ sunscreens for the body that moisturise while offering very high UVA/UVB sun protection, so you know your skin will be protected and nourished at the same time.

Men's Skin Care ClarinsMen skincare range is for all men who want to take care of their skin, with different products designed for particular skin types and concerns.

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s men’s skin can be quite different to womens, it’s all about putting together a skincare routine designed for them. In 2002 Clarins, the experts in skincare for women, launched its first line dedicated to men.

The result of years of studying the specificities of men’s skin, the ClarinsMen range is packed full of plant extracts to revitalise, tone and purify men’s skin. Featuring an innovative energizing complex that combines Bison Grass and Gymnema to energize and soothe the skin, the range of products includes men’s shaving care, moisturising creams, anti-ageing as well as serums and toning treatments to help men take care of their skin.

For men looking to reduce the signs of ageing, the ClarinsMen range is ideal, offering formulations that bring together the very best plant-based active ingredients extracted using the very latest technological techniques to protect skin and boost cellular energy thanks to a unique anti-wrinkle cream for men. Without further ado, here is our quick-step anti-ageing routine for men aiming for younger-looking skin.

1. Cleansing To prevent wrinkles and skin ageing, start by cleansing with the ACTIVE FACE WASH to wash away impurities and pollution residue, both of which cause dullness. This zingy foam revitalises and stimulates skin while soothing razor burn, toning and forming a barrier to protect skin from external damage. Skin is left cleansed and healthy.

2. Eye Contour Care The next step is to focus on the thin, delicate skin in the eye contour area with special care given to your skin type and goals. The ENERGIZING EYE GEL is a non-greasy formula that smooths and firms, reducing wrinkles, dark circles and puffiness.

3. Moisturising Finally, tailor your men’s skincare routine to match your skin type and specific issues, choosing the texture that speaks to you most! If you prefer something light, reach for the SUPER MOISTURE GEL. This energy-boosting product helps skin fight the first signs of ageing caused by lowenergy levels, including: signs of tiredness, a dull complexion

and those first fine lines. The result? Skin is left moisturised and glowing with health.

If you like something with a matte finish, try the MEN’S ENERGIZING GEL. This cream helps to reduce the appearance wrinkles and deep lines and helps firm the skin around the jaw line.

Ready to start looking after your skin?

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Skin Cancer And Melanoma Prevention In Australia, we should always be reminded of the dangers of overexposure to the sun and the associated risks of skin cancer and melanoma.

by Bill Lelas

What Is Skin Cancer?1 Skin cancer occurs when skin cells grow abnormally to form a tumour in the skin and is usually caused by prolonged and repeated exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation in sunlight. It is the most common form of cancer with nearly 1 million new cases treated every year. Although most skin cancers are preventable and can be successfully treated if detected early, there is no cure.

What Is Melanoma?

Melanoma is one of the three main types of skin cancer. Although the rarest type of skin cancer accounting for only 2 percent of cases, melanoma is considered the most dangerous form2.

Initially confined to the top layer of skin, if left untreated it can quickly spread through the deeper layers where it can enter the lymphatic system and blood stream. From this stage it can travel to almost any part of your body, especially the lymph nodes, lungs, liver, and brain. When this spread occurs it can also arise on areas of the skin that are not exposed to the sun. Upon spreading, treatments for melanoma are not always effective3.

Melanoma Facts and Statistics4 It is expected that 16,000 people will be diagnosed with melanoma this year with Australia having the highest rates of diagnosis in the world. One person is 18

diagnosed every 30 minutes. Unfortunately, it is estimated that 1,300 people will die from melanoma in Australia this year, as it is the most common cancer affecting Australians between the age of 20 and 39 years of age.

It is estimated that 1 in 17 Australians will be diagnosed with melanoma during their lifetime, 1 in 14 men and 1 in 24 women5.

Although dependent on type, size, location, and spread, more than 90 percent of melanoma cases can be successfully treated with surgery if detected early6.

What Causes Skin Cancer and Am I At Risk?

Although more common if you are older, everyone is at risk as we are all exposed to the sun. There are several factors that can increase the risk of developing melanoma.

These include7: • Unprotected sun exposure during childhood and adolescence • History of tanning and use of sun beds • Repeated sunburn from working, playing sport or leisure time in the sun • High number of moles / irregular moles • Family history of melanoma or previous cancer • Fair or freckled skin, red or fair hair, blue eyes, or skin that burns easily.

References 1. Skin cancer and melanoma 2021, healthdirect, Australian Government Department of Health, viewed 22 February 2022, <healthdirect.gov.au>.

2. ibid.

3. What is melanoma? 2021, Australian Melanoma Research Foundation, viewed 22 February 2022, <melanomaresearch.com.au>.

4. Understanding Melanoma 2022, Melanoma Institute Australia, viewed 22 February 2022, <melanoma.org.au>.

5. Fast facts about melanoma 2021, Australian Melanoma Research Foundation, viewed 22 February 2022, <melanomaresearch.com.au>.

6. ibid.

7. Am I at risk? 2021, Australian Melanoma Research Foundation, viewed 22 February 2022, <melanomaresearch.com.au>.

8. Melanoma Prevention and Early Detection 2022, Melanoma Institute Australia, viewed 22 February 2022, <melanoma.org.au>.

9. ibid.

CAN SKIN CANCER BE PREVENTED? Skin cancer and melanoma can be prevented. Checking your skin regularly will increase the chance of early detection, whilst avoiding sunburn and placing greater emphasis on sun protection can reduce your risk of developing melanoma. Protect your skin and reduce your risk by following these simple tips⁸: Seek shade - Stay out of the sun during the middle of the day (10am – 4pm) when UV index is high.

UV levels are highest in summer, late spring and early autumn, but are not dependent on temperature or cloud cover. Cold and cloudy summer days still have high UV levels.

Wear protective clothing – Cover your shoulders, neck, arms, legs, and back. Wear a wide-brimmed hat.

Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen - SPF of 50+.

Make sure you cover all exposed skin and re-apply regularly, after swimming or exercise.

How Much Sun is Enough?9 UV radiation from sunlight is both a major cause of melanoma and the best natural source of vitamin D. Some sun exposure is important for vitamin D production to maintain body health, strong muscles, and bones. For most people, adequate vitamin D levels can be achieved by spending only a few minutes outdoors throughout the week when the UV index is low. Be sensible and use sun protection when outdoors to balance maintaining adequate vitamin D levels.

Talk to your doctor if you are concerned about your vitamin D levels and if required, your pharmacist for a suitable vitamin D supplement.

Download the SunSmart app for information on the UV index and when sun protection is needed in your local area. Sunsmart.com.au/ resources/sunsmart-app

To find out more about melanoma visit: Australian Melanoma Research Foundation at www.melanomaresearch.com.au Melanoma Institute Australia at www.melanoma.org.au Australian Government Department of Health at www.healthdirect.gov.au

Slide on sunglasses – Ensure they wrap around your face to protect your eyes and skin.

Examine your skin regularly – Become familiar with your skin and moles. Check for differences in size, shape, colour, and borders. Seek help for signs of change or bleeding and itching.

Have a professional check - GP or skin specialist can and should examine your skin thoroughly at least once a year if you are at high risk.

Stay away – Do not use sun lamps, solariums, or sunbeds.

Talk to your pharmacist about the best sun protection available for you.

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The Skin Care Edition

Member Spotlight

Two National Pharmacies members, Diana and Poh, share how they continue to care for their skin and their top tips for healthy skin.

Diana Salzborn Membership status: National Pharmacies member for 20+ years Local Pharmacy: National Pharmacies Blackwood

What do you love most about being a National Pharmacies member?

I love being a member, particularly at the Blackwood Pharmacy. The team there have seen my daughters grow from toddlers to adults, and it's so special to know that my girls have people they trust to see about their health care needs.

What's your number 1 skin care tip that you have shared with your daughters?

Wear Sunscreen. Every single day. Protect your skin from the sun's harsh rays. It's the most important thing.

What's your go to skin care range?

Olay. I have used Olay for years, and swear by it. And I buy it from National Pharmacies. I buy almost everything from National Pharmacies.

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Poh Ling Yeow Membership Status: National Pharmacies member for 5 + Years Local Pharmacy: National Pharmacies Norwood

What's your number one skin care tip?

ALWAYS remove your make up and thoroughly wash your face before bed, then moisturise, moisturise, moisturise. You want your skin to breathe through the cleanest surface possible and replenish while you sleep!

If you were stuck on a desert island (or in a jungle) what's the one item you would take with you?

I swear by Aveeno Daily Moisturising Lotion because it’s unscented and leaves my skin supple and hydrated - I’m totally lost without it.

What are your must have items when traveling?

L’Oreal Rouge Signature Matte Lipstick in “I Decide” for the most natural blushing cheeks and lips and Back to Bronzer for a healthy glow all year round – I especially love this one because it’s matte. Shimmer on a mature skin tends to highlight wrinkles.

How would you best describe your skin and what types of products do you use for it?

My skin type is a combination oily T-zone and dry everywhere else. I’ve used olive oil to remove my make up since my early 20's and always cleanse with a foaming cleanser, then follow up with L’Oreal Revitalift Serum and Day & Night Creams How has your skin changed as you've gotten older?

I’ve noticed my skin, both on body and face hangs differently because it’s just not as elastic or plump anymore. It’s an interesting journey to do what I can to inhibit the ageing but also have a healthy relationship with the change.

Favourite thing about National Pharmacies?

Great service, [they] always have a comprehensive inventory of stock and brands and I’m always surprised with how much the member's discount shaves off!

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The Skin Care Edition

Find The Best Acne Treatments Learn what products to use and find a treatment plan that works for your skin type. There are acne treatments formulated for each oily skin type. Fight Acne Now!

3 BEST WAY TO TREAT ACNE?

The best acne treatment can depend on the individual. When seeking the best acne products, look for ingredients such as salicylic acid (beta hydroxy acid) and niacinamide (vitamin B3) to decongest and repair the skin.

Cleansing morning and night is essential.

A gentle exfoliation a few times a week will help clear pores and reduce marks, while a non-irritating moisturiser will work to soothe and reduce inflammation.

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FIND OUT THE BEST ACNE TREATMENTS

WHAT CAUSES ACNE?

It is approximated that some 85 percent of Australians will suffer from acne in their lifetime. Finding an effective acne treatment can be difficult leaving many to rely on makeup products to cover blemished skin.

This introduces a new issue as certain makeup products contain ingredients that worsen acne by clogging pores, increasing sebum production, and further inflaming pimple-causing bacteria.

If you want an acne treatment plan that works, incorporate products with proven ingredients for clearer skin long-term.

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As explained by Scientific Communications Manager at La RochePosay, Rachel McAdam, “Acne occurs when a hair follicle becomes clogged with excess sebum and dead skin cells."

Acne can manifest as a whitehead, a blackhead, or a deeper cyst. Typically, it occurs on the face, neck, back, and shoulders as these locations present a higher concentration of sebaceous glands.

4 BEST PRODUCTS FOR PIMPLES?

For mild to severe acne La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo (+) Anti-Acne Moisturiser is an anti-blemish moisturiser proven to treat acne, scarring, redness, and over-production of sebum. It contains salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid proven to dissolve pore-clogging oil and bacteria. It also contains procerad, niacinamide and zinc to reduce bacteria, brighten, soothe, and reduce scarring and redness.

In terms of the best face wash for pimples, Effaclar Foaming Gel Cleanser ticks all the boxes: It’s soap-free, non-comedogenic, and soothes thanks to the addition of La Roche-Posay’s signature ingredient, Thermal Spring Water. It cleanses thoroughly, and when paired with the Effaclar Duo (+) is an extremely effective acne treatment routine.

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