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Welcome To My LifestyleBlog
Here I share my observations from more than 30 years of medical practice and more than 50 years of life experience!
I’ve noticed those who make healthy choices have fewer physical and mental health problems. As a result, they also tend to look younger and lead happier, more productive lives. I focus on health and wellbeing, sharing my tips on how to strike a healthier balance.
Whatever challenges you face, looking after yourself will help you deal with what life throws at you ... and look and feel amazing in the process!
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Love Your Skin With Tropic Renewing Cleanser
Cleansing is often treated as the most functional part of a skincare routine. Something to get through quickly so the “active” products can do the real work. But from a skin health perspective, cleansing sets the tone for everything that follows. The Role Of The Skin Barrier The skin barrier is your first line of defence. It helps retain moisture, protects against environmental stressors and supports the skin’s natural repair processes. When it’s compromised, skin can feel


Dermaplaning: The Cutting Edge of Good Skin
Dermaplaning is one of those treatments that people often say, “I don’t really know what it is… but everyone says it’s brilliant.” It sounds dramatic and maybe a little intimidating, but behind the raised eyebrows is an effective way to transform how your complexion looks. What Actually Is Dermaplaning? It’s a professional exfoliation treatment that uses a sterile, medical-grade blade to gently remove dead skin cells and fine vellus hair (often called peach fuzz) from the su


Dr Julia Loves ... ICONA® H8 Skinboosters
There’s a reason skin boosters have become one of the most talked-about treatments in advanced aesthetics. Unlike traditional fillers, they’re not about adding volume or altering shape — they’re about transforming the quality of your skin from within. As a new generation of skinboosters, ICONA® H8 takes results to another level. It combines hyaluronic acid (HA) with eight essential amino acids to deeply hydrate, repair and revitalise your skin in a way that feels both natura


Dr Julia Loves… The VI Derm Chemical Peel
The end of summer always seems to sneak up on me. One week I’m wearing sandals and SPF, the next I’m pulling on a jumper and wondering...


Why September Is The Perfect Time For Peels
After a summer of heatwaves, many of us notice the toll that sun exposure and high temperatures have taken on our skin. As the season...


SPF Should Be The Beauty Essential Of Gen-Z
We are raising a generation more image-conscious than any before. Teenagers are experimenting with retinol and anti-ageing serums, while...


Lip Fillers In Midlife? Choose Subtle Not Full
When you hear the words lip filler, what comes to mind? For many women – especially those in midlife – the associations aren’t always...


Vaping: What You Really Need to Know
Once hailed as a safer alternative to cigarettes, vaping has become one of the most hotly debated health trends of the decade. Marketed...


The Skin Rewind In Just Three Months
When it comes to our daily skincare routines, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by an endless array of products and treatments promising...


Glow With iS Clinical Fire & Ice Facial
As we move closer to the Christmas season, it’s easy to feel a little stretched. Between planning, parties and endless shopping,...


Tricks & Treats To Tackle Skin Horrors
When it comes to our skin, we all have our nightmares - those stubborn issues that don't seem to go away no matter how many hacks we try....


Product Of The Month: Tropic Elixir
This month, we’re shining the spotlight on one of our favourite Tropic must-haves – Elixir Radiance-Boosting Omega Oil . Hailed for its...


Makeup Techniques for Timeless Elegance
As we move through our 40s, 50s and 60s, our makeup should enhance our best features and celebrate our beauty


Lip Liner Tips For The Perfect Pout
While you may not use a lip liner, it can be a game-changer in achieving a polished and youthful look. Here we look at why it's...


Your Guide to Rosacea Skincare
Rosacea's characteristic redness, visible blood vessels and breakouts often lead to discomfort and frustration. But with the right...


Mastering Your Makeup in Midlife
As our skin evolves with age, so too must our approach to makeup. With the right techniques and products, achieving a radiant and...


Unveil Your Glow with VI Precision Peel
What better way to welcome the season of renewal than with a transformative chemical peel? But what can you expect if you’ve never had...


Product Of The Month: Tropic Youth Potion
Powered by the world’s first certified natural retinal, Youth Potion from Tropic feeds skin with ten youth-enhancing actives. It's...


Skin-Deep Benefits Of Dry January
Thinking of going "cold turkey" (and I'm not talking leftover Christmas dinner)? If you're ditching the drink for Dry January then...


Resolutions To Rejuvenate And Revitalise Skin
The start of the new year is the perfect time to give your skin some much needed TLC. After a tireless round of over indulgence, late...
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