Category: Understanding skin

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Esthetician & Founder of The Naked Chemist | Updated: April 2026 “I’m doing everything right — so why does my skin still feel off?” I hear this almost daily in the clinic. And it’s usually coming from someone who is genuinely trying. Good products. A consistent routine. They even turn to […]READ MORE

Many of us try to solve dryness, redness, or sensitivity by switching products. We explore natural facial skincare options, hoping something will finally calm the skin. Yet the irritation often persists, and the skin continues to feel fragile or reactive. In many cases, the real issue is not the product itself. It is the skin […]READ MORE

Stretch marks have a way of turning up at the most intimate points in our lives. Pregnancy, puberty, weight changes, and a renewed commitment to the gym. One morning, you catch sight of soft, streaky lines on your body and think,” When did those get there?” As a skin therapist and the founder of The […]READ MORE

Some might say beauty is skin-deep, but I believe the importance of skin goes a lot deeper. I prefer to focus on preventative measures and transparency in beauty instead.READ MORE

The acid mantle is your skin's protective layer; the interface between yourself and the world. Without it, skin becomes dry and sensitive.READ MORE

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Skin Therapist, Clinical Educator & Founder of The Naked Chemist. 30 years in clinic. Over twenty thousand faces treated. | Updated: October 2026 Are you going through perimenopause or menopause? Do you look in the mirror and feel like your skin has changed overnight? Fine lines deepen, and your skin feels […]READ MORE

Aging. We can’t stop it—but can we slow it down? Enter stem cell therapy. It’s not a cream. It’s not a filler. It’s medicine that taps into your body’s own repair system. Sounds futuristic? It’s here now. And it just might be changing the way we think about anti-ageing. What Exactly Is Stem Cell Therapy? […]READ MORE

Picture this: You’re about to embark on a thrilling expedition into the depths of skincare A journey that promises to unveil the secrets of radiant, healthy skin. As an esthetician, part of your job is to navigate the vast terrain of facial analysis. So, grab your magnifying glass and join us. As we learn to […]READ MORE

Skin types are hereditary; whilst they can't be altered they can be controlled. Identifying your type is the first step towards healthy skin.READ MORE

Research has found that our facial expressions involuntarily reflect our emotions, they can intensify or even directly influence our mood.READ MORE