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Winter is finally over and spring is here at last. The time has come to ditch the heavy clothes and boots and dig out the lighter clothes and sandals. The same should be said for your skin care routine; isn’t it about time it had a spring clean? Especially as seasonal changes cause havoc with […]

Suffering from problem skin can come with an array of difficulties, you may have been told to use a topical steroid to ease the symptoms if you suffer from eczema, psoriasis, acne and dermatitis. These can come in many forms including creams, gels, sprays and lotions. Topical steroids are anti-inflammatory medications which are used to […]

The Jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinenis) is native to Northern Mexico and America. Jojoba oil is extracted from the seeds of the plant which has a golden colour. The processed variety is clear in colour. Jojoba oil is not so much oil but more of a wax ester, it is very similar to sebum which is […]

Stress can have such a detrimental effect on both your skin and health. For many years it has been associated with high blood pressure and strokes but stress can cause sudden acne and rosacea flare-ups as well. When you become stressed your cortisol levels which is your stress hormone rises, this increases the oil production […]

It has been said that if you look at someone’s skin it can tell you a whole lifetime of stories, including their lifestyle choices and their skin care routine. What does your skin say about you? If you are confused about what to believe and what not to believe when it comes to skin care […]

Echinacea, also known as the (purple cornflower) is a native North American plant which is found in open wooded areas. It is has been used in herbal remedies for many years to treat many different ailments.  There are nine species of echinacea and purpurea is considered to be the most effective and is also the […]

Keeping your skin hydrated is vital not only for the health of your skin but without enough water your body simply won’t function properly. The skin plays a very important part in the health of your body and water plays a key role in the maintenance of healthy skin. Your body is made up of […]

If you suffer from sensitive skin such as eczema then I don’t need to tell you how difficult it can be to take care of but don’t worry, ZENMED is here to help! Having eczema on your body can be a problem but suffering from eczema on your face can be worse as this is […]

Flax seed oil comes from a blue flowering plant that is found on the Western Canadian prairies. This natural oil also known as Linseed oil and considered to be nature’s richest source of omega-3 fatty acids and is perfect for the general well-being of your body. Flax seed oil also contains omega 6 and 9 […]

When you choose your skin care products there are so many mistakes that you can make without even realising it. We all fall for the products that promise us one thing but deliver us something else! Here are the most common 4 mistakes made when choosing skin care products and how to avoid them. Mistake […]