What does your skin say about you?

I love this testimonial we received from one of the visitors to our clinic.  We really care about your health and that starts from the minute you first book a call.

“The overall experience whilst dealing with your issue is one of a calming experience. Gives full attention & solutions to your issue – great clinic”

This month’s newsletter, I am very excited about coleslaw season.  Not that there is a law about when to eat it but I seem to want it with everything at the moment.  Check out my peppery take on this popular summer side salad packed with polyphenols, vitamins and minerals.

If you would like to say something too about your experience of using our studios I would love to hear from you – please click on the link below.  

Thank you so much for reading this newsletter – if you’ve anything you would like to see covered, mention it the next time you are at the clinic or send us an email.  In the mean time, I look forward to seeing you at one of our events – or the next time you are at the Studios.  

We are very lucky to have access to some wonderful facial therapists at this clinic and as the summer draws on it’s nice to have a treatment to bring back that healthy post-holiday glow. 

However, what really makes skin radiant is putting the right things into our body in the first place so it has everything it needs to look its best.

The most important one of these for the skin is Omega 3 but I love seeing people after a Vitamin C infusion.  It has an almost instantly visible effect.  We have a number of clients pop in to get a boost of this before heading off for their holidays or an event when they want to look their best.

It has the added bonus of boosting your immune system and preventing those pesky summer colds which we can pick up on a flight or at a large gathering.

This month’s featured member of the Westbourne team, is Tina Simpson who has a background in beauty and holistic therapies

When you are in the Nourishing Studio at the clinic you will see Tina’s Awesome Hugs products displayed in the case for you to purchase.  She created them herself, formulated with natural, non-toxic ingredients to nourish and heal the skin.   Tina has worked with many patients undergoing medical treatments like cancer which can have a profound effect on the skin making it enormously sensitive.  

Tina understands the importance of treating the mind alongside the body because inner balance is reflected in our skin.  She tailors your treatment to suit how you are feeling at your appointment and she uses techniques including Reiki, massage, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique better known as tapping) and holistic facials.

She also helps people overcome challenges and cultivate a postive resilient mindset through her coaching.  If you’d like to find out more about the work she does click on her picture above – or the button below if you’d like to book an appointment.

Gwen Christie: therapeutic facial treatments on Thursdays in our tranquil Sanctuary Space.

Gwen from our Front of House team is also to be found in the beautiful calm Sanctuary Space on Thursdays where she gives therapeutic facials.  She uses local handmade brand  Ermana for her treatments and  French brand Caudalie, where all products are made from fresh vineyard grapes, full of polyphenols and antitoxins.  All products can be used on any skin type, composed of only natural ingredients.  

Team Training

Last month we had CPR training for the team.  It is important for everyone in a medical setting to be up to date with their First Aid training and we were pleased to welcome Dr Catherine Brown to our studio to show us all how to carry out this life-saving procedure.

Skincare Event – Free Mole Check

4-6pm on Tuesday 2nd September

With more of our skin on display at this time of year we might be aware of a new mole or changes in ones we’ve had for a while.  Dr Veronica and Nurse Consultant Diane will examine your skin for any unusual or concerning moles using a dermatoscope which magnifies them allowing them to inspect them closely.

Early skin cancer detection and treatment of melanoma significantly improves the chances of a successful recovery.

We are offering this service free to clients of Westbourne Medical Studios and we welcome suggestions for a skin cancer charity we would like to support that day.

If you would like to come along please contact the Front of House to book your appointment on the Tuesday afternoon.  If you have a friend who would like to get their skin checked all they need to do is to call and register with the clinic.  We will take a deposit which is redeemable against their first appointment.

This month I’m sharing a podcast I did last year with Claire Grey on her Skin and within wellness podcast.  Click on the image below to find out more.

Recipes from the Nourishing Studio: Dr V’s Peppery Kohlrabi Coleslaw

Thanks to my recipe section of the newsletter, now when I am cooking, or eating out I’m thinking a lot more about what would be fun to share with you and noticing the seasonal patterns in my diet.  Eating seasonally is meant to be very good for our gut health and this month I have noticed I’m eating coleslaw whenever I can.  This recipe serves 4 as a side portion

Ingredients:

• 4 carrots
• Half a cabbage
• 1 onion
• 1 kohlrabi
• 1 fennel bulb
• 1 handful of radishes
• 1 apple
• handful of almonds
• handful of raisins
• sprinkle of sesame seeds
• Toss them all together with a honey and lemon vinaigrette with a teaspoon of horseradish