Pittwater Life April 2017 Issue

Hair & Beauty
Hair & Beauty
Men may be from Mars
... but the gap’s closing
We all know men
are different from
women, physically,
emotionally and mentally.
Men are also slightly
different from women when
it comes to their skin. There
are many similarities but
the differences include
the epidermis and dermis
being thicker, with higher
sensitivity, increased
production of oil or sebum,
larger pores, more facial hair
and of course a different
hormonal structure.
Skin issues specifically
related to shaving, such as
ingrown hairs, dryness and
razor burn, also challenge
men.
Studies have also shown
a difference in a man’s acid
mantle – the combination of
oil and perspiration which
serves as an important
protective barrier. The acid
mantle can be disrupted
when the pH level fluctuates.
This can be affected by using
incorrect products – those
with a higher pH – plus diet,
sleep, environment and
medication. Testosterone
will also create significant
differences in a man’s skin
compared to that of a woman.
In the epidermis and dermis,
testosterone increases the
number of granular cells,
collagen and blood flow.
It will also stimulate the
production of sebum and
toughens the hair in the
follicle. Testosterone will
fluctuate with age and while
there is no magic cure for
what ails men, with correct
product use and treatment
selection, skin challenges can
be solved through their lives.
Largely due to the internet,
Australian men read global
stories about men having
different types of aesthetic
treatments and willingly using
products that assist them to
look good for their age. The
difference here with women
is the fact that women want
to look younger than their
age. While every man will
come with his own set of skin
challenges, there are a few
fundamental steps each man
should be aware of to help
achieve healthy skin. Three
very simple steps – cleanse,
exfoliate and protect – will
help abate acne, ingrown hairs,
hyperpigmentation and ageing.
Cleansing or washing
the skin correctly will allow
corrective ingredients to
with Sue Carroll
penetrate the cells and go to
work. Washing the face with a
pH-balanced face wash can be
a two-in-one step, cleansing
and wet shaving at the same
time. This can be followed by
a lotion applied with gauze
to the face to give the skin
a further exfoliation and
refinement.
Correct exfoliation will
stimulate cell turnover
by lifting dead cells, in
the process initiating the
regenerating process. This
step requires balance,
Need a makeup makeover?
Frustrated with foundation? You are not alone.
One of the great quandaries of makeup is
how to choose the right foundation for your
skin type or age.
Makeup artist Sandra Glynn has you
covered by creating a made-to-order couture
foundation that perfectly matches your skin
tone, with the texture and coverage you prefer.
“I love educating women when it comes to all
things makeup,” Sandra said.
Ensuring her clients have the perfect base is
the first step.
Using the Melli cosmetics ‘Create-a-Blend’
custom foundation system, Sandra will
mix your formula addressing your specific
requirements to bring out the best in your skin.
“Whether you’d like a full coverage matte
finish or dewy luminous glow, you can add
SPF, hydration and re-texturizers to suit your
individual requirements and lifestyle.
“Best of all, tested by dermatologists, the
vegan formula won’t clog your pores and is
perfect for sensitive skins being paraben,
fragrance and talc-free.
“I am here to help women look flawless –
but most importantly, feel fabulous about
themselves,” she said.
While Sandra started her journey 16 years
ago applying makeup, her business has
continued to expand; including stocking
makeup, creating her own range of cosmetics,
offering Custom Blend Foundation services,
and running her popular Beauty Workshops
for women and teens where you can learn the
techniques of applying makeup and find out
what colours and products suit you best. – LO
48 APRIL 2017
Celebrating 25 Years