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The end of an incredible era with Sam as she heads into her next adventure.Sam has been such a big part of ISLA. Always ...
09/11/2025

The end of an incredible era with Sam as she heads into her next adventure.

Sam has been such a big part of ISLA. Always bringing the best chats, the best laughs, and the most genuine care for Our clients. We will miss having her energy in the clinic.

We’re all so proud of you, Sam. Finishing your Masters and thesis is massive. Enjoy a few weeks in Japan and let it soak in. We’ll be cheering for your next chapter 🤍
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Advanced treatments + Stress: Why Timing Matters If you’re stressed, run down, or short on sleep, your body makes more c...
11/09/2025

Advanced treatments + Stress:

Why Timing Matters

If you’re stressed, run down, or short on sleep, your body makes more cortisol — the stress hormone. This can trigger histamine release, fire up your nervous system, and make skin extra reactive.

That means a higher chance of redness, itching, or sensitivity during treatment.

In these times, we’ll often use the opportunity for a rebuilding treatment — supporting skin function, oxygenating and detoxifying, and gently rebuilding strength.

When your body is back in balance, your skin will be calmer, stronger, and ready for advanced treatments to really shine. 🤍

✨ No filters. Just real, functional skin — the ISLA way.Through DMK skin revision at ISLA, we worked to regulate oil flo...
20/08/2025

✨ No filters. Just real, functional skin — the ISLA way.

Through DMK skin revision at ISLA, we worked to regulate oil flow, calm inflammation, and restore barrier function.

The results - Acne is gone — and more importantly, the skin is functioning the way it should.

Because when we correct dysfunction at the source, the results aren’t temporary — they’re lasting.

🤍 Real skin. Real change.

🍭 Insulin, IGF-1 & Androgens: A Triple Impact On SkinHigh-glycaemic food intake spikes insulin → insulin elevates insuli...
14/08/2025

🍭 Insulin, IGF-1 & Androgens:

A Triple Impact On Skin

High-glycaemic food intake spikes insulin → insulin elevates insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) → IGF-1 accelerates keratinocyte proliferation and increases 5α-reductase activity → more DHT → more sebum.

✨ That’s why we love zinc — in both skincare and supplements like DMK EFAs and Pure Encapsulations Zinc. Zinc helps inhibit 5α-reductase, the enzyme that turns testosterone into DHT — calming oil flow and hormonal inflammation at the source.

In polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS) and other states of insulin resistance, circulating androgens (testosterone, DHEA-S) remain persistently elevated, intensifying sebaceous gland activity.

🤯 Why Stress Makes Acne WorseYour oil glands aren’t just oil factories — they’re neuroendocrine organs, meaning they res...
07/08/2025

🤯 Why Stress Makes Acne Worse

Your oil glands aren’t just oil factories — they’re neuroendocrine organs, meaning they respond to brain and hormone signals.

When stressed:
⚡ Neuropeptides & hormones like melanocortins kick in, stimulating oil production.
⚡ ACTH triggers cortisol (your stress hormone), which fuels inflammation.
⚡ Endorphins shift your mood but also impact skin healing.

This is why those busy, stressful months can be a perfect storm for flare-ups.

We’re about treating more than your skin.We create space to slow down, soften and reset.You leave not just glowing — but...
19/07/2025

We’re about treating more than your skin.

We create space to slow down, soften and reset.

You leave not just glowing — but grounded.

✨ This is your permission to pause.
✨ To receive.
✨ To feel held.

Skincare isn’t just about what we do.

It’s about how we make you feel.

The Nervous System ConnectionIt’s always more than just a facial.It’s the only moment her body truly exhaled all day.Whe...
17/07/2025

The Nervous System Connection

It’s always more than just a facial.
It’s the only moment her body truly exhaled all day.

When your nervous system is running on overdrive, your skin often shows it:
• Redness
• Puffiness
• Inflammation
• Slower healing
• A compromised barrier

Skin health is nervous system health. We hold space for both.

When your system is calm, your skin follows 🖤

Address

86 Tennyson Street
Napier
4110

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+6468352345

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