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Giveaway Time 🌾 Enter on @thoclorlabs page.

Giveaway Time 🌾

Enter on @thoclorlabs page.

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📣 GIVEAWAY TIME 📣
Here at Thoclor Labs, we don’t like fussy or overcomplicated skincare routines. But one thing that’s very important is using the right cleanser before applying your GF2 spray. Cleansers are great for ‘taking off the day’ – removing oil, dirt and make-up.

That's why we've teamed up with Layers Skin Clinic to help one lucky winner to find the perfect cleanser for your skin!

🏆 What you can win?
A skin consultation with @layers_skin Clinic, a skin cleanser (suitable for your skin type) and a bottle of our GF2 - altogether worth R 2 000!

With the skin consultation, Nicola from @layers_skin will help you find the ideal recipe for a healthy, youthful-looking complexion. She combines the correct homecare routine with in-house treatments to fit your budget and lifestyle. She will evaluate YOU – your lifestyle, medical history, genetics, etc.

You'll receive three skincare plans:
➡️ 3 Month Plan
➡️ Product Plan
➡️ Treatment Plan

The plan includes costings, Q&As, as well as pre- and post-care advice.

It can either be a one-on-one consultation which will take place in Stellenbosch, or a virtual consultation.

You will also receive the skin cleanser she suggests for your skin type, together with a bottle of our GF2 Skin Rejuvenation! Our miracle mist formulated to reverse environmental damage on your skin, normalising skin-cell function and offering you natural skin rejuvenation with continuous use.

👉 How to enter:
1. Follow us @thoclorlabs
2. Follow @layers_skin
3. Comment below why you would like to win and tag 3 of your friends.

Post this to your stories and tag us @thoclorlabs & @layers_skin to increase your chance of WINNING!

✨ Anyone within the borders of South Africa may enter! Here's to healthy, youthful-looking skin. Good luck!

T's & C's apply. The winner must reside in South Africa. Entries close Sat 31 Oct ‘20. The winner will be announced on Mon 2 November. This contest or giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram.

Product Economy Trying to cut back on expenses an

Product Economy

Trying to cut back on expenses and stretch your skincare products as far as they can go - we all can relate.

Here are my tips that might help you look after your skin through these tough times:

*Cut out the luxuries but not the necessities
e.g. Cleanser is more important than an eye cream.

*If you can only purchase one cream, make it a great sunscreen.

*DON'T mix or dilute your products - especially sunscreens. An adequate amount of sunscreen applied daily is essential. Don't create your own bb cream that is not skincare that is makeup.

*little bit goes a long way.

Consider what is important to you - you can always buy another jean, but you only have one skin.

Skincare should not be seen as an expensive luxury but more a non-negotiable necessity.

Stay tuned I will be sharing more tips and tricks on great budget skincare products you can find at your nearest drugstores or skincare clinic.

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Re signal your skincare ⠀ ⠀ A change is as goo

Re signal your skincare ⠀
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A change is as good as a holiday even when it comes to skincare products.⠀
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In my previous post, I covered the HABITATION effect that affects our skin health and how it is vital to re-signal the signalling process in your skin.⠀
This ensures you get the most out of your homecare products.⠀
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Here is how I ensure my clients get longlasting and continuous results.⠀
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I change the:⠀
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*Duration of products: If the habituation stimulus is not present for a long enough period before a sudden reintroduction, the response will once again reappear at full-strength, a phenomenon known as spontaneous recovery.⠀
Every 4-6 months, it is needed to change your skincare routine.⠀
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*Frequency: The more frequently a stimulus is presented, the faster habituation will occur. ⠀
I increase or decrease the amount of application per week of the product used.⠀
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*Intensity: Very intense stimuli tend to result in slower habituation.⠀
By changing the intensity or duration of the stimulation may result in a reoccurrence of the initial response. ⠀
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In summary, I love changing my client skincare programs from a winter to a summer routine. ⠀
Continually reassess their skin and guide them on how to get the most out of there homecare skin journey.⠀
We invest in our skin and should be rewarded with visible results.

The Habituation Effect in skincare⠀ ⠀ Change y

The Habituation Effect in skincare⠀
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Change your skincare routine every 4-6 months and here are the reasons why and how to.
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Have you ever felt your skin is not achieving that glow or wow factor it usually gets from your skincare routine ?⠀
You have invested in amazing skincare products so why are you not seeing the results.⠀
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Well except for all the lifestyle and genetic changes we go through on a daily bases there is another change - It is called Habituation effect.⠀
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To understand the Hibitiation effect you must understand how cells communicated and how products work in your skin. This is just a short summary but this is actaully a very in-depth process.⠀
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Communication is incredibly important for our skin health, although our skin cells don't communicate the way me and you would, they communicate by way of messenger and signaling. When a receptors molecule and signal molecule bind amazing things happen in the skin. ⠀
Your skin cells can either switch themself on or switch on the surrounding skin cells.⠀
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Skincare product ingredients are signal molecules - tiny molecules that switch on a cell to either do something inside itself or it switches on other cells to creates a cascade reaction in the skin. This is how your active ingredient in the products you buy activates your skin cells to repair your DNA, stimulates renewal, suppresses pigmentation, increases hydration level, stimulates collagen synthesis.⠀
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So what happen in the Habituation effect there is a decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated presentations. For example, a new sound in your environment, such as a new ringtone, may initially draw your attention or even become distracting. This diminished response is habituation and this happens to the receptor cells. They get unresponsive to the message send by signaling cells. ⠀
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So how do we re signal the signaling process?⠀
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Read in my next post to find out more.

Photosensitizing and sun sensitivity ⠀ Do you kn

Photosensitizing and sun sensitivity ⠀
Do you know what it actually means and why it is important to take note of this? ⠀
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There is an exhaustingly long list of medications and topical products that can cause photosensitization - prescription and over the counter products even your skincare products at home, but many people do not realize just quite how serious this warning is and what it actually means.⠀
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In a nutshell, your skin reacts to the normal amount of sunlight or artificial lights you are exposed to daily (phone , laptop, or lighting in your home) in a more reactive way than it normally would do.⠀
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The visible signs on the skin after a photosensitizing reaction are:⠀
*burning ⠀
*sensitivity ⠀
*dryness⠀
*blistering⠀
*redness ⠀
*swelling ⠀
It can be one or all of these symptoms listed above.

But the damage done inside the skin is the biggest culprit. The formation of free radicals causing:⠀
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Inflammation - acne/ redness⠀
Rapid formation of hyperpigmentation⠀
Sensitive skin and skin reactions - rashes⠀
Accelerated aging⠀
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This might not even happen after the first time of consuming or apply the drug, but be aware of what it is doing to your skin that is unseen to the naked eye.⠀
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This can definitely affect the results of your in-clinic treatment plan and home care routine.⠀
You might feel like your products or treatments are not working, and your skin is not responding the way you had hope.⠀
This is the main reason why being aware of what you consume and doing a thorough consultation with your skincare expert is important.⠀
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My 5 skincare tips are if you are using a photosensitizing drug topical or orally.⠀
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Always be aware of what you consume - the next 24 hours is essential.⠀
Wear a great sunscreen that protects your skin against UVA UVB and HEV. Even if you do not cleanse your face in the morning apply your sunscreen.⠀
Protect your skin from sunlight when outdoors wear a hat - a cap is not a hat.😉⠀
Inform your skincare expert of any changes in your lifestyle - diet or lifestyle. Only by doing this your can obtain successful results.

Prescription & Nonprescription medication⠀ The o

Prescription & Nonprescription medication⠀
The ongoing trigger that can be the cause of many of your skin concerns.⠀
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Concerns like:⠀
*mild - severe acne⠀
*brown spots ⠀
*wrinkles⠀
*vascularity⠀
* hyper/hypopigmentation⠀
*sensitivity, dryness and barrier impairment⠀
*accelerated ageing - diminishing collagen and elastin⠀
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We tend to think that only prescription medication can affect our skin health but the truth is everything you consume contributes to determining your skin’s health. ⠀
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Here is a list of few prescriptions and nonprescription drugs⠀
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Essential oils topically and ingested⠀
Bergamont, cumin, ginger, lemon, lime, mandarin, orange, verbena.⠀
Dyes -used in diagnostic medicine⠀
Antidepressants ⠀
Anti-anxiety medication ⠀
Aspirin⠀
Tetracyclines (doxycycline, minocycline, tetracycline)⠀
Fluoroquinolones (ciprofloxacin, ofloxacin, norfloxacin, moxifloxacin)⠀
sulfonamides (sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim)⠀
NSAIDs (ibuprofen, ketoprofen, naproxen)⠀
furosemide⠀
hydrochlorothiazide⠀
isotretinoin⠀
amiodarone⠀
diltiazem⠀
chlorpromazine⠀
quinidine⠀
statins (atorvastatin, simvastatin, etc.)⠀
phenothiazines (chlorpromazine, perphenazine, etc.)⠀
antifungals (itraconazole, voriconazole)⠀
Reacutanne⠀
Sinus medication - ⠀
Homeopathy remedies⠀
Perfumes ⠀
Coconut oil - ⠀
Migraine medication⠀
Anticonvulsants, such as Dilantin⠀
Corticosteroids, such as Prednisone or long-term use of steroids⠀
Immuran⠀
Quinine⠀
Lithium⠀
Thyroid medications⠀
Antihistamines and sedative drugs, such as Benadryl and Phenergan⠀
Painkillers, such as Advil and NSAID Aleve ⠀
Herbal supplement Saint John's wort (taken as an antidepressant) can also thin the blood, as can garlic, vitamin E, and Ginkgo Biloba.⠀
and the list can go on.⠀
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Even if you cannot stop taking the medication, it is still important to be aware of the causes behind any skin issues that you are experiencing, as this will help you to deal with them in the most adequate way.

Take CAUTION with your medications ⠀ ⠀ While y

Take CAUTION with your medications ⠀
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While you may not usually tend to read the small print, your medication can often be the reason behind unexplained issues with your skin’s health. ⠀
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Understanding that ingesting a constant trigger can cause sun sensitivity, aggravate or stimulate hyperpigmentation, can cause the skin to thin, form purpura (purple dots in the skin), and suppress the growth of skin cells - just to mention a few. Your therapist can guide you on how to deal with your skin concerns in the best way.⠀
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In my next post, I will cover more on skin concerns triggered by prescription and non-prescription medication that we ingest daily, which compromises our skin health.

MENTAL HEALTH effect on my skin.⠀ ⠀ Studies ha

MENTAL HEALTH effect on my skin.⠀
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Studies have shown that your skin is influenced by your emotional and nervous states. ⠀
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These studies have been compiled more than 70 years ago so the notion that there is an emotional linkage between brain-gut and skin is not something new, but still, we only treat the skin from the outside in!⠀
We should start seeing skincare as internal care. ⠀
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Acne⠀
Dry skin⠀
Rash-like symptoms⠀
Sensitive, reactive skin⠀
Poor healing rate⠀
Premature aged skin⠀
Rosacea flare-ups⠀
Cutaneous redness, edema, inflammation in the skin.⠀
All of the above mentioned conditions have direct links to your mental health conditions like depression, stress due to confinement, worry, stress due to crowding or academic stress, trauma, and even anxiety.⠀
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According to a report by the American Psychological Association, long-term stress even weakens the responses of your immune system of which your skin is the largest immune organ.⠀
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All these emotional states alters gastrointestinal tract function and changes cause alterations to the microbial flora, which in turn promotes local and systemic inflammation in the body/ skin.⠀
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The inflammation is due to an overgrowth of bad microbes - SIBO - small intestine bacteria overgrowth.⠀
SIBO is strongly associated with depression and anxiety.⠀
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Eradication of SIBO improves emotional symptoms and in return your skin health. ⠀
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The remedies to cut off these stress-induced cycles are:⠀
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*Oral administration of probiotics and beneficial bacteria can mediate both skin inflammation and mental health.⠀
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*Omega 3 fatty acids:⠀
Not only does an omega-3 deficient diet increase SIBO, it has also been linked multiple times to an increased risk of depressive symptoms.⠀
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So before you start freaking about your skin freaking out, have a look at your MENTAL health and GUT health.

Autoimmune diseases and skincare⠀ ⠀ Protection

Autoimmune diseases and skincare⠀
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Protection is vital. Not only due to the fact of using chronic medication (topically or systemically) daily but because these disorders affect your skin health. ⠀
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The autoimmune disease causes a person's immune system to attack the body's own tissues and organs. The skin being its largest, it is commonly affected by certain autoimmune disorders.⠀
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The main effect on the skin:⠀
*Delayed wound healing ability⠀
*Impaired barrier function⠀
*Hypersensitivity⠀
*Chronic inflammation⠀
*Hyperpigmentation⠀
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Few common autoimmune diseases:⠀
*Rheumatoid arthritis⠀
*Lupus⠀
*Lichen Planus⠀
*Psoriasis⠀
*Hashimoto disease⠀
*Hyperthyroidism⠀
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Each autoimmune disease affects the skin in different and unique negative ways so for the best protective protocol and plan - seek the advice and consult of a skincare expert to guide you.⠀
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The most common negative effect in all autoimmune diseases relating to skin health is barrier impairment. ⠀
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Here are my top 10 products - that I love for barrier restoration and repairment:⠀
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1. Optoderm Micellar Cleanser⠀
2. Lamelle Serra Restore⠀
3. Mesoestetics Hydra Milk Cleanser⠀
4. Mesoestetics HA Densimatrix⠀
5. La Roche Posay Toleriane Ultra Cream 0%⠀
6. La Roche Posay Toleriane Demo Cleanser⠀
7. Optoderm Green Tea Serum⠀
8. Heliocare Pediatric SPF 50⠀
9. Lamelle Serra Soothing⠀
10. Mesoestetic Anti-Stress Face Mask⠀
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PLEASE ALSO TAKE CAUTION:⠀
A skin treatment that would cause injury or damage to your skin might not be the right approach when treating your skin. So rather consult with an expert before booking a clinical skin treatment.

Nothing is just skin deep.⠀ ⠀ Did you know tha

Nothing is just skin deep.⠀
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Did you know that your body immunity affects your skin immunity? ⠀
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The reason you are starting to suffering from breakouts, dryness, swelling, itchy, redness, hypersensitive skin or a slow wound healing rate might be because your body and skin immunity is compromised. ⠀
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The skin is our body’s largest organ - our immune organ. It makes up 16% of your body weight. Your skin acts as your body’s first point of contact with foreign pathogens, viruses, and bacteria which explains why it’s such a focal point for your immune system. ⠀
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There are an estimated 20 billion T cells in human skin, far greater than the number of T cells in the blood. Suggesting that immune defense in the skin is of a high priority. There is constant communication from the cells of your skin to the rest of your body and visa versa. ⠀
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When your immune system is in prime condition, this relationship works well and even if antigens do breach your skin, your immune system is equipped to deal with them.⠀
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When your body’s immune system becomes weakened or impaired it can sometimes spell disaster for your skin, creating a cascade effect in your skin. Unfortunately, certain medical diseases/ conditions will have chronic immune barrier issues - I will be covering this in my next post.⠀
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You might feel tired all the time or have a slow healing rate, or have some tummy ailments and not even consider that those are results of a poor weakened immune system. Your body is constantly fighting battles for you but you will start to see it in your skin.⠀
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It is important to approach skincare in a holistic manner. Focusing on nutrition, topical treatments, and lifestyle advice to achieve your optimal skin health. That is why I think we should look at skincare internally and externally.⠀
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If the above warning signs are sound familiar, you need to give your immune system some extra attention.⠀
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Swipe left to see how to boost your immune system this winter.

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