Retinol has long been a skincare staple, praised for its ability to smooth fine lines, boost collagen, and improve skin tone. However, new UK and EU regulations are set to limit its concentration in over-the-counter products, aiming to reduce the risk of irritation and long-term skin sensitivity. While this doesn’t mean an outright ban, it does mean changes in how consumers access and use retinol. At Lumière MediSpa, we’ve always advocated for professional guidance when using high-strength skincare, ensuring safe and effective results. With these regulations shaping the future of skincare, now more than ever, expert supervision is key to making the most of powerful ingredients like retinol.
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Hyperpigmentation
If you have unwanted dark spots on your skin, then read on…
This year we have had a long beautiful summer and has seen one of the hottest days on record. Covid restrictions have also been lifted and travel to far-flung destinations has been a must for lots of us. It won’t be a surprise to hear that enjoying all this sunny weather, we have seen an increase in facial sun damage - also called Hyperpigmentation and Melasma. As the weather has now turned, it is the ideal time to tackle any stubborn pigment marks that may have come out, so I’ve created this journal post for you to find out more.
As the weather has now turned, it is the ideal time to tackle stubborn pigment marks, so I’ve created this journal post for you to find out more.
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Looking for acne scar treatment in Oxford? Discover how we approach rolling, boxcar and ice-pick scars using CellRenew Microneedling, UltraClear™ and targeted Laser-Coring, with treatment carefully selected for your skin. If you're researching acne scar treatments in Oxford or Oxfordshire, it's understandable to start by searching for the best laser to treat them. You'll find CO2, fractional lasers, microneedling and, more recently, UltraClear™ all discussed as possible options. The problem with asking which treatment is “best” is that acne scarring isn't one single problem.