Skin Types
Blemished, sensitive, dry, oily & combination skin.
We're all different, but we all want to care for our skin – here's how
Blemished Skin
A blemish is an imperfection on the skin that can be caused by a number of biological and environmental factors like an unhealthy diet, genetics, and stress.
Unfortunately, genetics play a big role in whether or not you will have a blemished skin. Fluctuating hormones also contribute to blemishes within the skin, particularly in pregnant and menstruating women. A blemished skin may also be caused by allergic reactions and overexposure to environmental elements.
If you have a blemished skin, you will see dark marks or discoloration on your skin.
You may also have scars left behind from acne, whiteheads, blackheads, or pimples.
Blemishes can present themselves in different ways; they can be dark marks, discoloration, and acne scars.
If you struggle to maintain a balanced diet and don't take in enough water each day, it may be causing skin blemishes. An incorrect skincare routine or lack of routine all together may also cause blemishes in your skin.
Nimue Blemished Skin Combo
- Sun C SPF 40 A multifunctional tinted sunscreen for facial use that provides a total protective system for the skin
- Active Lotion An intensive treatment with a high concentration of Alpha Hydroxy Acids that will optimise skin rejuvenation and skin health.
- Corrective Serum A multi active serum in a cream concentrate for the specialised treatment of problematic skin in adults to restore skin health
!QMS – Collagen System Sensitive
- Deep Cleansing 200ml Formulated without mineral oils this cleansing emulsion is both intense and gentle in the removal of impurities including eye make-up from the skin.
- Freshening Tonic 200ml For optimal cleansing this gentle purifier balances the skin's natural acid mantle to leave it feeling soft and fresh.
- !QMS Collagen System 3x30ml Our Classic Collagen Set has been re-developed to include new ingredients and an innovative Neotec A15® complex, making this unique skincare system even more effective in reducing the signs of aging and loss of elasticity in the skin.
Team Dr Joseph Blemished Skin Combo
- Extra Sensitive Calming Serum 30ml A more powerful highly concentrated facial serum with soothing and balancing effect. The skin is restored to its natural balance.
- Gentle Couperose Cream 50ml Ideal facial cream for lightly red and couperose skin with fortifying and soothing ingredients for a healthy and vital complexion.
- Daily Skin Calming Cream 50ml Gently calming and balancing facial cream for sensitive skin with natural plant extracts for a wonderful feeling of well-being. For daily use.
Sensitive Skin
Skin sensitivity is quite common and can be brought on by a number of things.
Hormonal changes in the body, using harsh chemical products, and prolonged exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays can all cause a person’s skin to become sensitive over time.
You may be diagnosed with a sensitive skin if your skin is very dry.
A dry skin is more susceptible to sensitivity triggers and thus more prone to reactions. Your skin is also likely to feel itchy and tight; you may even feel burning or stinging. If your skin is sensitive, you may also see red patches or rashes.
If you have a skin disorder such as eczema or allergic contact dermatitis, you probably have sensitive skin.
Most of the time a sensitive skin is triggered by the incorrect use of skincare products or the use of harsh household products.
If you know that you have a sensitive skin type, our day spa in Polokwane stocks a range of skincare products that have been specifically designed for sensitive skin. Below is a selection of these products - all products are available through the online store.
Nimue Sensitive Skin Combo
- Conditioner Light A calming and healing skin treatment to improve skin health and to restore and protect skin.
- Moisturiser Light A day or night preparation with functional properties to improve skin texture, hydrate the skin and balance oil production.
!QMS Cosmetics Senstive Skin Combo
- !QMS Collagen System 3x30ml Our Classic Collagen Set has been re-developed to include new ingredients and an innovative Neotec A15® complex, making this unique skincare system even more effective in reducing the signs of aging and loss of elasticity in the skin.
- Repair 3 Complex 30ml The revolutionary cream-serum formulation of Repair 3 Complex has been specifically designed to help reduce redness and relieve irritation in the skin.
- Intravital Plus 60 capsules Leading the way in nutricosmetics, Intravital Plus offers skin regeneration from a supplement.
- Sport Active Cream 30ml A lightly tinted day cream that works with every skin tone to create an even and glowing complexion.
Team Dr Joseph Sensitve Skin Combo
- Daily Skin Calming Cream Gently calming and balancing facial cream for sensitive skin with natural plant extracts for a wonderful feeling of well-being.
- Gentle Couperose Cream Ideal facial cream for slightly red and couperose skin with fortifying and soothing ingredients for a healthy and vital complexion.
- Extra Sensitive Calming Serum Intensive treatment for sensitive skin. A more powerful highly concentrated facial serum with soothing and balancing effect. The skin is restored to its natural balance.
- Gentle Make Up Remover Gentle cleansing milk for a fresh complexion and a vital aura.
Dry Skin
Dry skin is easily treatable but can be extremely uncomfortable when left unattended. People with dry skin lack natural oil produced by the skin and therefore need to supplement it. In some cases, dry skin can eventually start peeling, itching, and bleeding.
Your skin will have more visible lines and red patches as well as it being less elastic. If your skin is very dry, it can become rough and scaly. Your skin may still feel dehydrated shortly after cleansing, which makes you want to reach for your moisturiser Genes, aging, hormonal changes, and harsh weather can either cause dry skin or make it worse. It is also normal for your skin to change throughout the year; you may find that you only have dry skin in winter, while it's normal for the rest of the year.
If your skin is dry you should have almost invisible pores and a rough, dull complexion.
If you feel like you have a dry skin type, the Natural Living Spa and Wellness Centre in Polokwane stocks a variety of product solutions for your dry skin. Below are some of the options best suited to you for your dry skin. You can purchase any of these items through our online store..
If you have a skin disorder such as eczema or allergic contact dermatitis, you probably have sensitive skin.
Most of the time a sensitive skin is triggered by the incorrect use of skincare products or the use of harsh household products.
If you feel like you have a dry skin type, the Natural Living Spa and Wellness Centre in Polokwane stocks a variety of product solutions for your dry skin. Below are some of the options best suited to you for your dry skin. You can purchase any of these items through our online store.
!QMS Dry Skin Combo
- !QMS Activator 100ml with 8 tabs Instantly effective this refreshing and relaxing mask is skin wellness in a bottle.
- !QMS Day Collagen 30ml Newly formulated this advanced day collagen serum is styled to hydrate, protect and help strengthen the skin's defences against free radicals.
- !QMS 24H Cream 50ml A clever moisturiser with a built-in clock, during the day it protects whilst at night it relaxes and regenerates the skin.
TDJ Dry Skin Combo
- Exfoliation Facial Scrub 50ml Cleanse pore-deep with the skin refining abrasive facial scrub.
- Fruit Acid Peel 50ml Effective facial peel with natural bio-active fruit acids for demanding skin.
- Gentle Make Up Remover 50ml Gentle cleansing milk for a fresh complexion and a vital aura.
- Gentle Rose Toner 150ml Calming and balancing facial toner. Gently spray it over your face.
Nimue Dry Skin Combo
- Moisturiser Light A day or night preparation with functional properties to improve skin texture, hydrate the skin and balance oil production.
- Cleansing Gel The first step in the treatment of skin health – formulated as a soap free 2-in-1 creamy gel
Oily and Combination Skin
Combination skin is skin that presents as dry in some areas of the face and oily in others (usually the T-zone).
Oily or combination skin can present with large, open pores which lead to shiny skin, blackheads, pimples, and other blemishes. The T-zone generally has more active oil glands – which is why it is prone to blocked pores. If you have a combination skin, the other areas of your face will have less active oil glands which is why they may appear dry and flaky. Because your skin changes seasonally and hormonally, you may even notice your skin is oilier in summer and drier in winter. For combination skin, you may see the oily t-zone appear in autumn and spring.
If you have an oily or combination skin type, you may see your nose, forehead and chin (T-zone) be excessively oily.
If your skin is sensitive, you may also see red patches or rashes.
If you've identified that you have an oily or combination skin type, our day spa in Polokwane has a range of skincare products available to cater specifically to your skin's needs. Below is a selection of these products - all products are available through the online store.
Team Dr Joseph Oily & Combination Skin Combo
- Deep Purifying Toner 200ml Cleansing facial toner for a fresh and purified skin.
- Deep Purifying Facial Mask 50ml Purifying facial mask for a pure and clean skin. Application: 1-2 times a week, leave on for 12 to 15 minutes, rinse off with warm water.
- Daily Purifying Facial Cream 50ml Purifying facial cream for oily and combination skin with astringent herbal ingredients.