Skin quality consultation in Oakleigh

Your routine may still be drying or irritating your skin. Hot water, harsh cleansers and frequent exfoliation can remove the oils that help it hold moisture. A light lotion may also be insufficient for very dry skin.

For skin that is not sore or irritated, try short, lukewarm washes and a gentle cleanser, then apply a fragrance-free moisturiser while the skin is slightly damp. Stop if a product stings. If dryness persists, cracks or becomes itchy or sore, have it checked rather than repeatedly buying richer products.

Dry flakes, clogged pores, acne and sun damage can each affect skin texture. Look at what you actually notice: flaky patches, small bumps, flat marks or an indented scar are different concerns.

Scrubbing harder is not always the answer. Exfoliating already irritated skin can make it redder and more uncomfortable. Gentle cleansing and moisturising may help surface dryness, but they will not remove an indented scar.

Stinging can mean the skin is irritated or reacting to an ingredient. It does not prove that a product is working. A reaction can happen even with a product you have used before.

Stop a cosmetic product that burns or causes a rash, and avoid adding new exfoliating products to sore skin. If the product was prescribed, ask your prescriber or pharmacist for advice. Persistent burning, itching or a rash needs medical assessment.

Often, yes, especially when excess oil or blocked pores make them look larger. Gentle cleansing and products labelled non-comedogenic, meaning they are less likely to clog pores, can help. Scrubbing, squeezing or picking can irritate the skin and make pores more noticeable.

Pores are normal skin openings. Skincare cannot permanently close or remove them, and no routine can promise pore-free skin.

It can, but the cause matters. Brown marks left after acne or irritation are different from ongoing redness or an indented scar. Preventing further irritation and protecting your skin from the sun can help stop some marks becoming darker; fading may take months. Cancer Council sun-safety guidance.

A new, changing or bleeding spot should be checked by a GP before it is treated as a cosmetic mark. Persistent redness may also need a medical diagnosis.

Yes, when dryness or irritation from your routine is the main problem. The useful change may be fewer products or gentler cleansing, rather than adding a procedure. Corey can review what you use and help identify what needs closer attention.

Skincare has limits: moisturiser cannot lift loose skin or restore lost cheek fullness. Persistent acne, rashes and unexplained colour changes may need a GP or dermatologist. A cosmetic procedure is not a substitute for treating skin disease.