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THE TRUTH ABOUT SKINCARE
DO GLP-1 WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS LIKE OZEMPIC CAUSE HAIR LOSS?
GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and hair loss - is there really a link? Explore expert insights here!
Read MoreAZELAIC ACID AND PAD: FOR CLEARER, BRIGHTER SKIN
Azelaic Acid and Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate: Learn how these ingredients can deliver clearer, brighter skin!
Read MoreMENOPAUSE SKINCARE TIPS TO COMBAT DRYNESS & BOOST COLLAGEN
Oestrogen decline causes dry, dull skin. Discover science-backed solutions!
Read MoreMELASMA, GUT HEALTH AND METABOLIC SYNDROME – IS THERE A LINK?
Does diet, poor gut health or obesity cause melasma? Learn more here!
Read MoreIT’S TIME WE STOP TALKING ABOUT CELLULITE
Ready to learn what causes cellulite and why creams are largely ineffective at removing the skin's dimpled appearance!
Read MoreAT-HOME LED MASKS & MICROCURRENT DEVICES: DO THEY WORK?
Curious about at-home microcurrent and LED skincare devices? We reveal which ones deliver results and which fall short.
Read MoreARE YOUR VITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS HELPING OR CAUSING YOUR ACNE/ROSACEA?
Discover how vitamins common in hair skin & nail supplements (e.g. B6, B12, and biotin) can cause acne and rosacea...
Read MoreHYPOCHLOROUS ACID
Hypochlorous acid spray is making waves in Australia—explore the truth behind the hype and what it really offers for your...
Read MoreINTRODUCING OXYMETAZOLINE
Introducing Qr8 Oxymetazoline cream - effectively reduces skin redness associated with rosacea, acne scars and sensitive skin.
Read MoreSUN PROTECTION BEYOND JUST UV RADIATION
Sun protection is so much more than just UV radiation. Read on to find out more...
Read MoreINTRODUCING OUR NEW INGREDIENTS
Australia's leading prescription skincare for sensitive skin, with exclusive ingredients like Ectoin and Ivermectin - a minimalist routine with maximalist...
Read MoreEVERYTHING WE LEARNED AT VOGUE CODES 2024
From AI companions to Maggot Boxes, here's everything we learned at Vogue Codes 2024...
Read MoreGET RID OF THOSE ‘BLACKHEADS’ ON YOUR NOSE ONCE & FOR ALL!
If you're bothered by nose 'blackheads' they won't stand a chance against our methods...
Read MoreRETINOIDS & SUN SENSITIVITY
You don't need to wait until Winter to start a prescription retinoid - it's better to start in Summer! Here's...
Read MoreHYDROQUINONE & HYPOPIGMENTATION
Hydroquinone suffers from a severe case of bad PR! But what are the actual risks involved...?
Read MoreARE YOU SCARED TO USE A TOPICAL STEROID?
Topical steroids perform an important role in treating pigmentation but they suffer from bad PR...
Read MoreWHY MIXING PRODUCTS WITH YOUR SUNSCREEN IS A NO-GO!
What happens if you mix foundation (or concealer, glow drops, tan drops, luminiser, another sunscreen etc) into your sunscreen?...
Read MoreQR8 VS. COSMELAN: AN IN-DEPTH COMPARISON
Qr8 fading cream or a Cosmelan peel - what's best for you and your skin? Dr Michele shares her thoughts.
Read MoreIS VITAMIN C AN EFFECTIVE TREATMENT FOR MELASMA?
Is vitamin c an effective treatment for melasma? We have looked at the science and will tell you what it...
Read MoreDOES ENDOMETRIOSIS CAUSE ACNE?
Endometriosis (or Endo, as it's commonly known) is often associated with acne in adult women. But does Endo really cause...
Read MoreTHE BEST SUNSCREEN TO USE IF YOU’RE TREATING MELASMA
Scientific evidence shows that one type of sunscreen is better than others if you're treating melasma!
Read MoreE-CIGARETTES, VAPING AND SKIN
With e-cig use on the rise, we investigate the effects of vaping and nicotine on the skin!
Read MoreDOES LED LIGHT THERAPY BENEFIT SKIN?
What is LED light therapy, do I need it, and do the at-home LED masks actually work? Dr Michele investigates!
Read MoreFAKE TANNING AND PRESCRIPTION SKINCARE
Ready for your faux glow? Here's our top fake tan tips!
Read MoreNECK SKIN AND HOW TO TREAT IT
Neck wrinkles bothering you? Here’s what you need to know about aging neck skin, and what to do about it...
Read MoreHOW TO GET RID OF BACK (AND BUTT!) ACNE
Warmer weather brings sunshine, sweat and backne (and its BFF, buttne). Here's our evidence-based advice for how to treat butt...
Read MoreDO LASH GROWTH SERUMS ACTUALLY WORK?
Do lash growth serums really work? We break down the only clinically-proven lash growth ingredient, and how it works for...
Read MoreHELP! HOW CAN I GET RID OF KERATOSIS PILARIS?
What causes bumpy skin on the arms and legs (aka: keratosis pilaris), and how can I treat it? Here's the...
Read MoreDO EYE CREAMS (AND MORE SLEEP!) WORK FOR DARK CIRCLES?
What causes dark undereye circles, and will eye cream fix them?
Read MoreWHAT IS MICRONEEDLING (AND DO I NEED IT)?
What is microneedling, what are the benefits, and is it right for everyone?
Read MoreYOUR WINTER SKINCARE PLAN
When the weather cools down, it’s tempting to reach for the exfoliator to treat dry winter skin. Here’s why that’s...
Read MoreIS PETROLATUM (AKA: VASELINE) A GOOD MOISTURISER?
Is petrolatum (aka Vaseline) a good moisturiser? Qr8 Founder and PhD scientist, Dr Michele Squire, investigates!
Read MoreIS MEN’S SKINCARE REALLY NECESSARY?
Mens-only skincare ranges are popping up everywhere. But is men's skin really THAT different to women's skin? And are the...
Read MoreHOW DOES CHRONIC STRESS AFFECT YOUR SKIN?
We know short term stress can lead to skin problems like stress acne, but chronic stress can produce more than...
Read MorePERIORAL & PERIORIFICIAL DERMATITIS
Periorifiical dermatitis (often called perioral dermatitis) is a pain! We explain what causes it, and what you can do about...
Read MoreIS BEARD ACNE (FOLLICULITIS) A THING?
Is beard acne a thing? What causes beard acne? Is your beard acne actually folliculitis? How do you treat it?
Read MoreDO FACE MASKS CAUSE ACNE (MASKNE)?
Can face masks cause acne (maskne)? Dr Scott Ellis explains what maske is, and what you can do about it
Read MoreANTI-AGING SKINCARE
From the best anti-ageing products, to the ingredients you should look out for, here’s our guide to anti-ageing.
Read MoreIS NON-COMEDOGENIC SKINCARE A THING?
Do you need non-comedogenic skincare? Is comedogenicity even a thing? Here’s the facts!
Read MoreWHAT DOES VITAMIN C DO FOR SKIN?
Everything you need to know about Vitamin C and skin (and how to use it for best results!)
Read MorePIGMENTATION 101: A COMPLETE GUIDE
Not all pigmentation is the same! So treating it differs. Read out guide to understand what pigmentation is, what causes...
Read MoreTHE BEST SKINCARE FOR MENOPAUSAL SKIN
Ask any woman - hormones play havoc with our skin. And declining hormone levels are no exception. Here’s how to...
Read MoreHYDROQUINONE
Hydroquinone: the gold standard for fading pigmentation, freckles, melasma.
Read MoreIS THE ‘RETINOID PURGE’ REAL?
One of the reasons many people put off starting a retinoid to treat acne is a fear of things getting...
Read MoreWHEN WILL PRESCRIPTION RETINOIDS WORK ON MY WRINKLES?
Here's what science says about how long it takes to improve lines & wrinkles (and other signs of photoageing) with...
Read MoreWHAT CAN RETINOIDS TREAT?
‘Acne, lines & wrinkles, pigmentation can all be treated with retinoids. In this article, we explain how it works.’
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