Dr Najia One Skin Clinic

15/08/2026

Should you be keeping your skincare in the fridge? 👀🧊

It’s one of those skincare tips that sounds luxurious — but does your skincare actually need to be chilled?
For most products, no. Your serums and moisturisers are generally formulated to be stored at normal room temperature, away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.

But there are a few reasons you might want to chill certain products…
🧊 Eye products — a cool eye cream or gel can feel wonderfully refreshing first thing in the morning, particularly when the eye area looks puffy.
💦 Facial mists — keep one chilled during the summer for an instant cooling refresh.
😌 Soothing gels or masks — the cooling sensation can feel lovely when skin is hot or uncomfortable.
☀️ After a hot day — chilled, soothing skincare can feel particularly refreshing, but remember: it doesn't undo sun damage, and sunburn should be avoided in the first place!

One thing I would recommend? Don't keep your skincare on a sunny windowsill or somewhere that gets very hot.Heat, light and humidity aren't ideal storage conditions for many formulas.

And always check the individual product instructions before popping something in the fridge — colder isn't automatically better!
Would you ever keep your skincare next to the milk? 😂🧴

Dr Najia x

09/08/2026

01/08/2026

What even is perfect skin?
If social media has taught us anything, it's that "perfect skin" often doesn't exist.

The images we scroll past are carefully lit, filtered, edited and captured at just the right angle. Real skin doesn't look like that and it was never supposed to.

✨ Skin has pores.
✨ Skin has texture.
✨ Skin gets oily.
✨ Skin gets dry.
✨ Skin breaks out.
✨ Skin changes with hormones, stress, sleep, age and the seasons.

Having pores isn't a flaw. Neither are fine lines, freckles or the occasional spot. They're all part of having healthy, living skin.
Our goal isn't to create flawless skin. It's to help you achieve healthier, stronger skin that functions well and gives you confidence.

Let's stop aiming for "perfect" and start celebrating real skin.

30/07/2026

Looking to improve your skin without surgery? Microneedling could be the treatment you've been searching for. ✨

At One Skin Clinic, we specialise in advanced, non-invasive skin treatments tailored to your individual skin concerns and goals.

Microneedling works by creating tiny, controlled micro-injuries in the skin, stimulating your body's natural healing response and boosting collagen and elastin production. The result? Healthier, smoother, firmer and more radiant skin over time.

Whether you're looking to improve acne scarring, fine lines, pigmentation, enlarged pores or overall skin texture, we will create a personalised treatment plan to help you achieve your healthiest skin yet.

Using the latest technology and evidence-based techniques, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

26/07/2026

Thank you for keeping us so busy doing what we love most.

A huge thank you to every single patient who continues to trust us with your skin. Whether you’re visiting us for the first time or you’ve been part of the One Skin Clinic family for years, we never take your support for granted.

Behind every appointment is a personalised treatment plan, thoughtful conversations, and a genuine commitment to helping you achieve healthy, confident skin.

Dr Najia x

13/07/2026

Does your skin feel tight after cleansing? It shouldn't.

A healthy skin barrier should leave your skin feeling comfortable, balanced and hydrated - not dry or tight.

A few simple changes can make all the difference:
✨ Choose a gentle cleanser that suits your skin type.
✨ Wash with lukewarm rather than hot water.
✨ Apply a hydrating serum and moisturiser while your skin is still slightly damp to lock in moisture.

Healthy, glowing skin isn't about using more products - it's about using the right ones for your skin.

If you're not sure where to start, we're always happy to help create a skincare routine tailored to your skin's needs. 💛

11/07/2026

✨ Fat loss isn’t just about eating less or exercising more.
Sometimes, despite doing everything “right”, those stubborn areas just don’t seem to budge. That’s where body contouring treatments like the Emerald Laser can help.

Using low-level laser technology, the Emerald Laser works by encouraging fat cells to release their contents, allowing your body to process them naturally. It’s completely non-invasive, pain-free, and requires no downtime—meaning you can get straight back to your day.

It’s ideal for those looking to:
💚 Reduce stubborn pockets of fat
💚 Support their weight loss journey
💚 Improve body contour and confidence
💚 Enjoy a comfortable treatment with no needles or surgery

The best results come when treatments are combined with a healthy lifestyle, making the Emerald Laser a fantastic addition to your wellness journey—not a replacement for it.
If you’ve been wondering whether body contouring could be right for you, book a consultation and let’s create a treatment plan that’s tailored to your goals. ✨

11/07/2026

Got an event soon? Profhilo® is one of our favourite treatments for achieving that coveted “lit-from-within” glow. Rather than adding volume or changing your features, it works by deeply hydrating the skin and stimulating collagen and elastin production, helping to improve skin quality, firmness and luminosity.

The result? Skin that looks fresher, smoother and beautifully hydrated—perfect for close-up photographs and celebrations that last all day.

Planning ahead is key. Profhilo® is given as a course of two treatments, four weeks apart, so if you have a wedding or special event on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start.
Because the best wedding-day accessory is skin that looks as radiant as you feel. ✨

10/07/2026

Every day of UV exposure stimulates melanin production. That’s why freckles become more visible, sun spots darken and melasma often flares during the warmer months.

The best thing you can do now? Protect your skin with daily SPF 50, reapply regularly and wear a hat where possible.

Then, once summer is over and your tan has faded, it’s the ideal time to discuss treatments such as Lumecca IPL or professional chemical peels to target the pigmentation that’s surfaced over the season.

Prevention and correction go hand in hand—and healthy, even-toned skin starts with sun protection.

27/06/2026

Have you ever opened your front-facing camera and immediately noticed things about your face that you've never seen before?
You're not alone.

The truth is that phone cameras can distort our appearance. Lighting, angles, camera lenses and even the distance between your face and the camera can exaggerate shadows, make features appear larger or smaller, and highlight lines that aren't nearly as noticeable in real life.

That's one of the reasons we encourage patients not to make decisions about treatments based solely on what they see in selfies.

What you see in a front-facing camera is not necessarily what other people see when they look at you.

In clinic, we assess your face from multiple angles, in natural lighting, and in motion. This gives a much more accurate picture than a single photo taken on your phone.
So before you zoom in on every line, pore or shadow, remember: your phone camera isn't always telling the full story.

Be kind to yourself. You're seeing a version of yourself that often isn't reflected in reality.