MZ Skin Blogs
Why is vitamin C so important in my skin care regime?
Vitamin C, or l-ascorbic acid as the chemically active form of vitamin C is known, is an antioxidant with a small molecular weight that can penetrate the skin. This water-soluble antioxidant in con...
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Your skin, SPF and the benefits of Vitamin D
We know that our bodies need vitamin D for healthy bones and immune systems but how do you balance those benefits of soaking up the rays with the other more adverse effects? The skin uses UVB rays ...
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Serums 101: What, why and when to use a serum
Serum is one of the most important steps in a skincare routine. An analogy I like to use is the boiling pot; it’s the actual activity, what you’re cooking. Then think of the saucepan lid as your mo...
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What are the true benefits of after sun care?
It is peak Summer months in the Northern hemisphere and the temptation to stay in the sun longer than we should is a hard one to fight! Some of us may be left feeling the prickly heat on our skin f...
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THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP: HOW IT AFFECTS OUR SKIN
Dr. Maryam Zamani answers all questions about SLEEP. From how it affects our appearance to skin health. Q. As an aesthetic doctor and surgeon, what do you see bothering patients most about their sk...
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LED 101: The Science Behind LED.
There’s a reason LED light therapy has recently boomed in popularity – it really does work! So, what exactly is LED, and how does it differ from at-home laser technology? Light therapy was first re...
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