Devine Skin & Laser Clinic

I’ve just come back from an incredible event hosted by AlumierMD for their top clinics, and honestly… I came home buzzing. The room was filled mostly with women. Many menopausal age. Many like me. And do you know what? They looked GORGEOUS. Not overdone .Not frozen. Not filtered. Glowing. Healthy. Confident. Most with barely any makeup on. And I thought — now THIS is the advert. And I had a little smile to myself because… this isn’t new to me. A true testament to what happens

Let’s start with the truth. Your skin does not care what’s trending.It doesn’t know what’s viral. And it absolutely does not watch TikTok. What it does know is when it’s being overloaded, confused, stripped, irritated or treated like a science experiment because someone online said, “Honestly, this changed my skin overnight.” After 40 years in this industry, I can confidently say this: most skin issues aren’t caused by bad skin — they’re caused by bad advice. So let’s talk

Let’s talk about January . Cold. Dark. Long. The month that feels like it’s been going on since 2019. Christmas is packed away, the decorations are gone, and suddenly everyone’s telling you to “be your best self” , start a new diet, join a gym, drink green juice, and reinvent your entire life by the 3rd of January. No thank you. What if, instead of fighting January, we lean into it ? And no — before anyone panics — I don’t mean that kind of lean. This is not a new diet, ther

A year of skin, science, stories… and a few bunnies, cauldrons, and Greek mums thrown in for good measure. 🕰️ An Early Blog Because… Jury Service! This blog is arriving a little earlier than usual because I was called in for jury service for two whole weeks starting 15th December. Today is only the 17th, and I’m still sitting here… not called in yet. Am I bored? Absolutely.Is it a waste of my time and money? Oh yes.Am I trying not to stress about how much money I’m losing

This year has been tough on so many of us, and I’ve heard something repeatedly in the clinic lately: “I’m not sure I can keep going with my skincare.” And I genuinely understand why. When life gets more expensive, we naturally start looking at what we can cut back on — and skincare often ends up on that list. But before you make that decision, let’s pause for a second. You’ve come so far. Your acne and rosacea are under control. Your hydration has improved. Your skin looks ca

This blog started as one about menopause… but the more I wrote, the more I realised it’s not really just about that. It’s about life . About being human and about how, at every age, we’re all just doing our best to hold it together. Lately, I’ve been feeling grumpy, overwhelmed, anxious — and some days, just flat. At first, I blamed it all on menopause (and let’s be honest, that’s a fair shout 😅), but in truth, these feelings don’t belong to one age group. They show up for e

Wrinkles? I earned mine! 😉After all, laughter, sunshine, and a good glass of wine leave their mark — and I’m okay with that. Let’s...

Skincare Trends: Buzzwords, Gimmicks, and What They Really Mean I told you so..... I have a love-hate relationship with social media. One...

Hot Flushes, Brain Fog & Laugh-Wee: My Menopause Story From Laugh-Wee to Witch Trials – A Menopause Reality Check Menopause – The Change...

Confidence: Social Media vs Reality One of the most common things I hear in the clinic is, “My pores are huge” or “My wrinkles are...

Skincare Myths & Truths: Let’s Set the Record Straight Wine is Hydrating Myth! So, I asked you lot what you wanted me to write about, and...

How to comment on my blogs Well, this is going to be an odd one – a blog about my blogs! So many of you come in and tell me how much you...

“Forget beach bronzing – I’m bringing you ‘compost couture’ with a side of UV damage.” Right, let’s talk tanning. You’ve probably heard...

Let’s start with the elephant in the room. Or should I say, the wrinkle in the mirror? I’ve been in this industry for a very long time...

Enjoying a warm cup of Tea! Confessions of a Skin Therapist: 40+ Years of Laughter, Lines, and Loo Breaks After hitting another birthday...

Do you dream of glowing, flawless skin? Chemical peels may be the answer you've been looking for! These cosmetic treatments have gained...

Let’s get one thing straight – your tan isn’t going to run away the second you pick up a body scrub. In fact, if you want that...

The Modern World Overload Can we all just take a moment to breathe? It’s 2025, and we’re living in a world where everything happens at...

Let’s talk sun damage. Yes, I’m back on my SPF soapbox, but for good reason! Over the past few years, I’ve seen a noticeable rise in skin...

"Spring Sunshine & Sneaky UV Rays – Don't Get Caught Out Indoors!" Spring is here! The flowers are blooming, the days are getting longer,...