How to beat winter dryness with Lamelle

A nice glass of red by the fire. Snuggling in bed with a book. There’s lots to love about winter. Alas, as the temperatures drop, so does the humidity level. Then, the dry, winter air tries to even the status quo by drawing moisture from whatever it can, including you! This why your skin feels so much drier in winter. It’s definitely not all in your head. It’s just science. To make things worse, many of us tend to take longer, much hotter showers or baths during the chillier months. Again, this isn’t good news for your skin because these can cause the type of inflammation that disrupts your skin’s barrier function, the upper most layers that essentially help you trap hydration. Happily, Lamelle has everything you need to help you beat winter dryness. Prep and prime To start, let’s make a clever swap regarding your cleanser. If you’re using something that contains a high concentration of foaming agents such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) it can be too “strippy” and only serve to dry you out further. Instead, switch to a no or very low SLS formula. Good examples of the latter would be our Serra Cleansing Gel, Nourish Daily Cleanse or Dermaheal Foaming Cleanser. Better yet, they’re all enriched with powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients. Next up, you’ll want to know about our Skin Essence Rejuvenate fluid, to be worn under your moisturiser. It’s packed with probiotic lysates that improve the health of your cells to help your skin hold onto more moisture and have a better response to any other active ingredients you apply. Another way to bump up your hydration levels – even before you’ve applied your daily moisturiser – is via our bestselling Corrective HA+ Serum. It’s made with four types of mega-plumping hyaluronic acid (HA), a molecule that occurs naturally in your skin with the ability to attract up to 1000 times its weight in water. It also contains HAFi fragments that stimulates your skin’s own hyaluronic acid production. Moisturise cleverly So, that’s your pre-game sorted. But what about the main event? While your current moisturiser may or may not be up to the task of helping you beat winter dryness, our Serra Restore Cream is! It contains cutting-edge ingredients that mimic that lipids in your skin’s bilayer, including our one-of-a-kind ceramide, Ceramide-P. Ultimately, it’s the best way to repair a busted barrier function situation because you’re not just adding hydration – it’s helping you seal it in. This way, you won’t lose your newfound moisture soon after you apply it. Another way to winter-proof your skin is by using our indulgent, creamy-textured Serra Lipid Recovery Mask. Again, it contains Ceramide-P, but also has extra water-binding ingredients to help you beat winter dryness in the most pampering way possible. Use it for just 15 minutes up to three times a week or slather it on and go to bed with it when you’re feeling extra dry. Either way, it’s the more indulgent ways to nourish your skin. This way, you can enjoy all the best bits about winter, without having to worry about the cold air drying out your skin. So pour that big glass of red and let the chilly season fun begin!

May 10, 2021

Trust Lamelle for Mother’s Day pampering with REAL results

Raising a little person is one of the most rewarding things anyone could do. But it’s also stressful, short on sleep and unrelenting. Also, any mom will be quick to tell you that kids always come first. When you’ve got a “to-do” list as long as your arm, a hot bubble bath or a day trip to a spa isn’t going to be a priority. Happily, you’re finally all grown up, Mother’s Day is fast approaching and it’s a great opportunity to show your mom just how much you appreciate her. Still, while a pamper session is always a welcome gift, why not spoil her with a treatment that makes a visible difference? To help you out, we’ve put together a little list of our favourite and most effective rejuvenating professional treatments to help your mom look and feel her best.  Get your glow on At Lamelle, we’re proud of our reputation as the peel pros. We offer several of them and top pick for more mature skin would include our Alpha Peel and Retistore Peels.  The Alpha Peel makes use of glycolic acid, a popular alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugar cane. As it’s a smaller sized molecule, it’ll penetrate more deeply into your mom’s skin. This means it might tingle for five minutes or so, but it isn’t going to be painful. Immediately afterwards, her skin might be a little flushed and sensitive but within minutes she’ll be rewarded with a gorgeous glow and a wonderfully smooth texture. Better yet, an Alpha Peel doesn’t’ involve any downtime. Your mom can get straight back to business as usual, albeit with post-treatment skincare instructions from her therapist.   As far as our Retistore Peels go, you’ll have two to pick from. The original Retistore Peel is less aggressive and suitable for those with darker skin concerned about pigmentation and dullness. Retistore Plus is twice as powerful and best for those with lighter skin that are more worried about lines, wrinkles and sagging. Whichever you choose, both retinol-based peels will serve up full epidermal restructuring with minimal social downtime.  After the application of a five-minute prep solution, your mom’s professional skin therapist will apply the restoration serum that’s to be left on after your mom leaves the salon – for 6 to 12 hours afterwards, depending on the condition of her skin. Don’t worry, neither solutions will tingle but your mom might notice a little sensitivity on the first day following the treatment. Days 2 to 5 might mean a little fine flaking and then, by day 7, she can expect to enjoy plumper, more radiant and very-hydrated looking skin.  Firm it up!  The big difference between younger skin and more mature skin is that the former has a lot more collagen. This is the protein that gives our skin its youthful-looking firmness. As our collagen supplies dwindle as the years march on it’s important to preserve what we’ve got (hello sunscreen!) and encourage what we have to proliferate. One of the best ways to do this is via collagen induction therapy (CIT). This is one of Lamelle’s most popular treatments. It involves using a skin needling device, to create multiple micro-injuries to the skin. (Don’t worry – we use a numbing cream so your mom won’t feel a thing!) This inspires a healing response from your skin and the result is a bloom of fresh, new collagen to replace the old, damaged tissue. The result, after a series of treatments, is an improvement in fines lines, texture and even scarring.  In short, if you’re looking to give your mom a pampering in-salon experience, but want her to enjoy real results – Lamelle has you covered, both for Mother’s Day – as well as forever!   www.lamelle.co.za @lamellersa

May 3, 2021

Skinimalism: The new no-makeup trend you don’t have to be afraid of

Heard about “skinimalism”? It’s the move towards barely-there makeup that allows glowing, healthy-looking skin to take centre stage. According to social media platform Pinterest, it’s one of this year’s biggest beauty trends. Still, while dewy foundations and cleverly placed highlighter can help you create a great “no makeup” look, the first prize will always be truly radiant skin. But for this, you’re going to want to invest in a brilliant skincare routine, not powders and paint.  Glow baby glow  Let’s talk about light! When a surface is incredibly smooth and polished it becomes reflective. A rough-textured surface, however, will always be dull-looking. This, in a nutshell, is why exfoliation is key to radiant-looking skin. Still, not all exfoliators are created equally. Many still make the mistake of using those that are extremely grainy, causing micro-tears in their skin that lead to inflammation. This is why, at Lamelle Research Laboratories, we believe chemical exfoliation is best and serve up a brilliant selection of in-office peels. We can also help you peel and reveal at home with our Correctives Cathepzyme 2 Exfoliator. It contains Cathepsin D, an enzyme produced by our own bodies, to stimulate your skin’s natural exfoliation process. Use it two or three times a week and you’ll soon start to enjoy smoother, more radiant-looking skin.  Something else you’ll want in your skinimalism artillery is Lamelle Skin Essence Rejuvenate Priming Liquid range. Due to its refreshing, water-like texture you might make the mistake of considering it a toner, but it’s so much more than that. An innovative skin care priming fluid that will boost your skin’s hydration, calm irritation and serve up a gorgeous-looking glow in a matter of weeks. Another reason to adore our Skin Essence is the fact that it prepares your skin to gain maximum benefit from any other active ingredients you use after it. Speaking of which…  Brighten like a boss  If it’s a gorgeous glow you’re after, you’ll want to know all about vitamin C. Not only does this superstar antioxidant stimulate your skin to create more collagen but it’s well known for its skin-brightening benefits. Still, it’s a case of buyer beware. Many products will be quick to tell you they include vitamin C, but it won’t be in one of its more powerful forms, nor will it be at a useful concentration. Happily, our Correctives Recharge CE cream contains 20% ultra-potent ascorbic acid. We even offer Correctives Vita C 30 that contains 30%, the highest concentration of non-prescription ascorbic acid on the block!  Still, as Spiderman would say, with great power comes responsibility. At Lamelle, we realise not everyone can tolerate such a high concentration of vitamin C. As a result, we poured tireless research into creating our Correctives Vita C-Lipid Serum. It contains a very particular form of lipid-soluble vitamin C called tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate. Due to its affinity with oil, it’s able to penetrate deeper into the skin without causing irritation where it can deliver magnificent results. This way, even those with sensitive skin can get their glow on!  The bottom line Ultimately, if you’re wanting to get in on the skinimalism trend, you can do so today by creating the illusion of barefaced beauty with makeup. Or you can invest in the kind of products that – in just a few weeks – will make you proud to show off your naturally radiant skin. So what’s it going to be? Are you ready for your glow up? www.lamelle.co.za

April 12, 2021

Treat adult acne on the go with Lamelle Clarity Active Spot Control

Paying your bills on time. Crushing that Zoom presentation. Ensuring the kids aren’t sticking their fingers into plug sockets. As an adult, the things you have to worry about seem endless and acne really shouldn’t be one of them. Thing is, the spotty skin phase isn’t exclusive to teens. Many of us still struggle with pimples well into adulthood. (And yes, that monstrous one is just waiting to pop up right before that Zoom meeting. Fun!)  Something else that’s contributing to the rise of adult acne is the fact that we’re all wearing face masks. While they’re vital to our safety – so don’t stop wearing them – they do create a humid environment that encourages excess oil and a build-up of bacteria. The result? ‘Maskne’ – acne that’s caused or worsened by wearing a face mask.  Fortunately, with the right treatment, you can clear problematic skin and keep it that way. You can also do it while you’re on the go and thank goodness for that. Grown-up life is fast-paced and when days fly by like minutes, you’ll want a fuss-free yet effective routine to keep you feeling confident. But first, before we share our tips on how to keep your skin clean and clear when you’re on the run, let’s take a closer look at problem skin so you can create the best plan of attack.  Adult acne 101  Several things contribute to congested skin and the biggest is the overproduction of oil. This is largely dictated by your hormones and nope, just because you’re out of high school this doesn’t mean they’re automatically going to “behave”. Then there’s the improper shedding of skin cells. In short, if you’re not naturally exfoliating at a high enough rate – or shedding too much – your pores can become clogged with dead skin. Alas, a blocked follicle is the fast track to inflammation and that’s just a breeding ground for acne-causing bacteria. Ironically, this bacteria causes yet more inflammation and – just like that – you’ve got a vicious cycle. Also, if left unchecked, this inflammation can rupture the follicle wall as well as extend into the lower layers of the skin causing an acne scar or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).   A fuss-free solution Clearly there are a few things you want to keep in check. Oil production, exfoliation, bacteria and inflammation. This is where Clarity by Lamelle comes in. The entire range is streamlined to be targeted and fuss-free for and serves up exactly what problematic skin needs to cleanse, hydrate and treat.  To start, Clarity Active Cleanse is soap-free so it won’t irritate your skin or over dry it in a way that causes it to produce yet more oil. It also contains exfoliating, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory ingredients. You can then hydrate day and night using Clarity Corrective AM and Clarity Correctives PM Plus. Together, they serve up a potent blend of acne-busters including anti-inflammatories and safe yet very effective retinoid. The latter speeds up cellular turnover, reduces bacterial load and mitigates the hyperpigmentation that can occur in the wake of a pimple. Say hello to your secret weapon Like we said, when you’re on the move, you want a targeted treatment you can slip into your handbag, gym bag or glove box. This way, you won’t forget to use it and will always have it at hand. This way, you can take instant action the moment a pesky pimple dares to rear its head. In this case, your antibacterial action hero is Clarity Active Spot Control. Clarity Active Spot Control by Lamelle contains salicylic acid to exfoliates deep inside your pores while alpha hydroxy acids slough away dead skin up top. Panthenol and niacinamide act like super soothers while the latter helps reduce the look of hyperpigmentation. It also contains a skin-brightening version of vitamin C proven to reduce the secretion of oil while reducing inflammation. Last but not least, there’s the acne-fighting all-rounder azelaic acid. It can also tamp down inflammation, help minimise hyperpigmentation and even has antibacterial properties.  To stop a pimple in its tracks, use it morning or night. However, if you’re spending a lot of time in a mask, you’ll want to change it every four hours, give your skin a good cleanse and re-apply the treatment. If you’re not near a tap to wash up using your Clarity cleanser, a facial wipe will do in a pinch. However, don’t re-use an old or dirty mask as they become magnets for the kind of bacteria, oil and dirt that can worsen a breakout.  In short, when you’ve got a targeted treatment that fits into your life – as well as your handbag – you can effectively clear up acne and enjoy healthy, radiant-looking skin, even when you’re on the go!  www.lamelle.co.za

March 18, 2021

Prevent premature ageing AND correct DNA damage

Nourish  Whatever your skin type, Nourish can help you maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin How many selfies do you take before deciding on one you like? How many filters do you scroll through to find the most flattering before you hit “post”? Let’s face it. We all want to look like the very best version of ourselves for as long as possible. Thing is, we live in the real world, not a digital one, where our skin is constantly exposed to aggressors like free-radicals and DNA-damaging UV rays. While we won’t necessarily see consequences in our 20s, the damage only accumulates. Eventually, as we move towards our 30s, it becomes visible as fine lines, wrinkles, a loss of firmness and pigmentation occurs. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to ensure you still look picture perfect as the years march on. By taking good care of your skin right now, using an advanced system that can prevent the future signs of aging as well as correct DNA damage, you can easily maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin. This is where Lamelle Nourish comes in. Nourish – not your average anti-ager  Most skincare ranges focus on protecting your skin from some of the elements that contribute to premature aging. Nourish, however, defends your skin from ALL of them and then takes things further by correcting indirect DNA damage. Many don’t realise it, but free radicals activated inside the nucleus of cells are able to damge DNA, creating “kinks” referred to as dimers. If left untreated, dimers can morph into a mutation as well as lead to several types of cancer. Fortunately, Nourish contains a DNA damage-correcting enzyme – one that’s exclusive to the range and shown to repair DNA kinks before they can cause any trouble. As far as premature ageing prevention goes, Nourish is formulated to address every aspect, not just some of them. The range’s luxurious-feeling formulations serve up potent antioxidants, powerful vitamin blends and anti-inflammatory botanicals to ensure your skin gets everything it needs to beat the hands of time. As far as premature aging prevention goes, Nourish is formulated to address every aspect, not just some of them. The range’s luxurious-feeling formulations serve up potent antioxidants, powerful vitamin blends and anti-inflammatory botanicals to ensure your skin gets everything it needs to beat the hands of time. Nourish is for EVERY skin We get it. You’re busy. This is why Nourish is a streamlined system. No triple cleanses and quadruple serum layering required. No sketchy jade rollers to improve penetration. Just cutting-edge science and hard-working products that will suit all skin types.  The only time you’ll have to take your pick is when it comes to choosing a moisturiser – Nourish Revitalise Cream for dry/combination skin or Nourish Revitalise Lite Cream for oily/combination skin. The latter is made using an advanced hydrating complex that delivers the moisture every skin needs, but without any unnecessary weight. Ultimately, if you’re looking to prevent the signs of premature aging while targeting a major contributing factor – unmitigated DNA damage – Nourish is the only skincare collection that can help you do it. Once you discover the difference, there’s no looking back.  To learn more about Lamelle Nourish, visit https://lamelle.co.za/nourish-range.  www.lamelle.co.za Tel: 011 465 2264 By Lamelle Research Laboratories

February 18, 2021

Harness the power of stem cells

Introducing NEW Dermaheal Re-Firm  Rare. Precious. An innovation like no other. NEW Lamelle Dermaheal Re-Firm is our most advanced anti-ageing solution to date. It harnesses the astounding anti-ageing potential of cutting-edge regenerative medicine using a precious elixir born of biotechnology.  The genesis of a marvel  Let’s start at the beginning. Only recently has medical science begun to unravel the incredible potential of stem cells. These living cells are found in many tissues throughout your body and have the power to transform themselves into almost any other type of cell. They’re especially useful for rejuvenation as they can migrate to an area of injury and evolve into whatever your body requires. Building block action aside, they can also secrete “factors”, a biochemical message that essentially controls the cells around them. Knowing that stem cells are the key that can unlock a cascade of anti-ageing benefits, Lamelle has been working with biotechnology companies invested in using stem cells to treat degenerative diseases. Naturally, this research has generated stem cell-derived blends with phenomenal applications in biocosmetics. Being at the forefront of innovation, we’re now proud to unveil our most pioneering skin rejuvenator yet – Dermaheal Re-Firm.  A blend like no other  Lamelle Dermaheal Re-Firm isn’t just a next-generation anti-ageing product. It’s a marvel. The first product of its kind to harness the power of stem cell conditioning media (SCCM). Put simply, “conditioning media” is a stem cell’s “liquid essence” – a precious elixir containing a treasure trove of cell-communicating secreted factors. To create this powerful rejuvenating cocktail, we start by extracting the stem cells from adipose tissue (fat cells) – proven to deliver the best results over other types of stem cells when it comes to skin rejuvenation – and incubate them in a liquid gel. Once the stem cells have secreted their powerful factors, we separate them from their essence and use the latter to create Dermaheal Re-Firm. The results? Astounding. As Re-Firm’s SCCM elixir contains highly active growth factors, anti-inflammatory cytokines as well as collagen and elastin-encouraging peptides, it can transform your skin within just 28 days. As your cells receives the message that inspires them to perform their functions optimally you can expect to see a dramatic improvement in firmness; reduced wrinkling and brighter, more luminous-looking complexion.  Potent and precious  The production of stem cell conditioning media is an exacting science controlled by the hands of the few highly-skilled biotechnologists that have mastered it. The supply is extremely limited making Dermaheal Re-Firm one of the world’s most exclusive products. We’re working hard to make it more accessible to everyone, but for now, it exists as something rare, potent and precious that has to be pre-ordered. We regret that not everyone will be able to experience its extraordinary effects. However, the other products in our Dermaheal range – while they don’t include the elixir – also offer the benefits of growth factors. RSP R3300 www.lamelle.co.za

February 11, 2021

Yes, it’s possible to enjoy a satisfying sex life at EVERY stage of life

Nothing stays the same forever. It’s just the way of life and it’s usually a good thing. Can you imagine still wearing that fringe you cut in your early twenties? Still, our evolution affects everything, including the way we experience intimacy. Much of this has to do with how our hormones change as we head into menopause –the commencement of our menstrual cycle. While this change of life is marked by physical symptoms such as those infamous hot flushes, many women will also experience a lower sex drive, vaginal dryness and painful sex. Still, this isn’t the only time we experience a sexual shift. We also have perimenopause to deal with –the slow, creeping transition into menopause that simply isn’t talked about enough. It usually starts in your 40s but many women begin to experience it in their 30s. The symptoms include fatigue, mood swings and trouble sleeping – things most women trying to crush it in the workspace or raise children would assume were par for the course. But there are other signs too. These include a lower sex drive and the kind of vaginal dryness that could make having sex uncomfortable or impossible without lubricant. In fact, desire and arousal phase disorders are the most common sexual problems for ANY women and up to 63% of them complain of at least one of them. But again, many women are slow to talk about these more intimate symptoms and most simply write off as a side effect of their crazy-busy lifestyle, not realising it’s actually part of a life stage and there’s a lot you can do to improve it.  Enter Lady Prelox  At Lamelle Research Laboratories, we know that women want more – especially when it comes to the six domains of sexual function – desire, arousal, lubrication, orgasms, satisfaction and no pain. While women are quick to tell us that sexual satisfaction is the most important, we understand you need to tick the other boxes to feel truly satisfied. This is why we developed Lady Prelox –a patented female intimacy supplement.  The first evidence-based female sexual function formula, Lady Prelox is proven to be efficacious in hundreds of women in 3 clinical trials. These were performed using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), a globally-recognised self-assessment test that evaluates all six of the domains. The studies also didn’t just involve one type of women. They covered those that were pre-menopausal and peri-menopausal as well as post-menopausal and the results were outstanding for every single group. In the pre-menopausal group, supplementation with Lady Prelox improved their overall FSFI scores within just four weeks. Those in the peri-menopausal group benefitted magnificently too. In fact, their total FSFI score improved by 60% after a month and 70% after two months! Lady Prelox also made a dramatic difference to those in the postmenopausal group, improving their FSFI score in all six domains. Better yet, Lady Prelox increased this group’s reaching orgasm domain by a whopping 71% within just four weeks. What’s not to love?  Get the intimacy you deserve  When you have everything to gain, don’t settle. Life is busy and complicated, and many things can negatively affect how you experience intimacy –from deadlines and screaming babies to the natural changes we’ll all experience at the hands of time. But it doesn’t have to be that way.  Take the FSFI test for yourself over here. If you’re not hitting the high scores the way you’d like to, consider Lady Prelox. It’s clinically proven to enhance your desire, pleasure and comfort so you can enjoy the intimacy you deserve–at every stage of life: https://www.mdapp.co/female-sexual-function-index-fsfi-questionnaire-calculator-219/ For more information visit: www.lamelle.co.za By Lamelle Research Laboratories

February 5, 2021

Get full spectrum protection AND repair

Is your sunscreen state-of-the-art? Lamelle Helase 50+ doesn’t just protect, it also corrects!  When it comes to preventing premature ageing, a high sun protection factor (SPF) sunscreen will always be your best line of defence. Still, not all sunscreen is created equally. For one, most will offer you broad-spectrum protection, meaning they’ll prevent the ageing and burning effects of UVA and UVB rays respectively. Thing is, these aren’t the only forms of light that age and harm your skin. There are many and this is where Lamelle Helase 50+ – a complete solution to all forms of light-related ageing – comes in. Better yet, it and doesn’t just prevent damage, it can correct it too!  It’s not just a sunscreen – it’s a DNA corrector!  Let’s talk about light. Many types can negatively affect your skin and understanding them the first step in knowing how to protect yourself. UVA and UVB you’ll be familiar with. We can’t see those rays, but we know they’re bad news for our skin. You should also be aware of UVC. Technically, this is the most dangerous type of UV light, but thankfully our atmosphere absorbs most of it. Still, a very small yet damaging amount manages to each us. This, along with tiny carbon particles of pollution, can inhibit our immune system.  Next up, there’s Visible Light. This is the form of light we see as colours. It contributes to photo- ageing too as well as DNA damage – and even mutations – that can lead to cancer via the formation of cell-damaging free-radicals. This is why using a sunscreen containing potent antioxidants is vital if you’re to protect yourself.  Last but not least, we’ve also got Infrared A, B and C to worry about. This type of light is what creates that warm feeling when you’re in the sun. Studies have shown it triggers ageing as well as inflammation. Worse yet, it penetrates much deeper than other types of light to reach your dermis, the layer where wrinkles are formed.  Cutting-edge innovation to the rescue  As UVA, Visible Light and Infrared light can all pass through glass, our skin faces an onslaught of damaging light both indoors and out, but we don’t have to retreat to a bunker or toss just yet. Lamelle Helase 50+ is a ground-breaking DNA-correcting photo-protecting product formulated to protect you from the entire spectrum – UVA, UVB, UVC, Visible Light and Infrared!  Thanks to Pycnogenol®, one of nature’s most potent antioxidants, it’s able to fend off the free- radicals caused by Visible Light while calming inflammation. The latter, if left unchecked, is another major cause of premature ageing. Then there’s our star ingredient, photolyase. A powerful DNA-repairing enzyme that occurs naturally in animals and plants, it physically corrects dangerous DNA breaks and kinks (known as “dimers”) that can lead to the mutations responsible for skin cancer. Helase 50+ also stop the effects of immune suppression caused by early UVB, Infrared and even UVC frequencies. It also inhibits the inflammation and ageing specifically triggered by Infrared.  It’s for these reasons that Helase 50+ is being heralded as potentially the best photoprotection product under the sun. No other conventional “off-the-shelf” sunscreen could ever compete.  It’s time for next-level protection  If you’ve already committed to applying sunscreen every day, you’re doing so with the best intentions but are only going halfway. To benefit from FULL protection and help undo the damage already done, switch to Helase 50+. It’s lightweight, fragrance-free formula has a primer-like texture once absorbed and can be applied over your serum and moisturiser. Naturally, everyone can benefit from it – even those as young as six months – but anyone struggling with hyperpigmentation will find it an essential. Also, those with fair skin prone to burning, sun spots, a history of skin cancer and those who’ve undergone a laser treatment or peel that makes your skin more susceptible to sun damage, will find it a DNA-correcting, anti- ageing essential.  Recommended selling price: R525  To learn more about Lamelle Helase 50+, visit https://lamelle.co.za/helase-50. www.lamelle.co.za

December 2, 2020

Improve Your Intimate Experience Naturally

Let’s start talking about vaginal dryness. You’re not alone and there’s a lot you can do about it Meet up with a group of women and chances are you’ll leave with some great recommendations. The best hairdresser in town. Where to find the plumpest avocados at a price that won’t break the bank. But what about a solution for vaginal dryness? It’s something we aren’t quick to talk about and yet it affects so many us. In fact, 63% of women over the age of 30 will experience some form of sexual discomfort or problem. Fortunately, thanks to brilliant strides in medical innovation, we’re beginning to understand what causes it as well as how to treat it.  The stress connection  When Taylor Swift said “You need to calm down” she might as well have been dispensing medical advice. Too much stress has a massive impact on every aspect of your health. Still, booking that online yoga class can only do so much. Modern living is a stressful business and not just in the psychological sense.  Every day, we’re exposed to an onslaught of oxidative stressors that range from environmental toxins such as air pollution to the result of making poor food choices. These create damaging free radicals that trigger a chain reaction of havoc that affects all your organs, including your sexual ones and those that control your sex drive.  One of the main ways this oxidative stress wrecks damage is by depleting your body’s nitric oxide supply, a substance that’s vital for the health of your vessels. This messes with your blood circulation and has a negative impact on your sexual health. The result? Vaginal dryness, discomfort, lower sex drive and diminished satisfaction. Bump up that blood flow Clearly, oxidative stress and a lack of blood flow is a real problem. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to mitigate it – including using a supplement that specifically targets the issue – Lamelle Research Laboratories Lady Prelox (R500 for 60 capsules).  Lady Prelox is an all-natural estrogen-free supplement clinically proven to boost sexual function and satisfaction in women between 37 and 45 by 88% within one month and by up to 126% in two months! It’s even proven to boost sexual satisfaction in menopausal (45–55) and even post-menopausal (50+) women by 60% and more. A brilliant blend Ever heard of the powerhouse antioxidant Pycnogenol? Derived from French Maritime Pine Bark Extract, it’s a brilliant oxidative stress-buster that can help improve circulation. This makes it the star ingredient of Lady Prelox, along with Rosvita, a rosehip extract that’s a great source of vitamin C essential to healthy psychological function.  Lady Prelox also contains L-Citrulline and L-Arginine, two non-essential amino acids that work together to increase your body’s nitric oxide production. This regulates blood flow to your sexual organs to enhance their function. Expect an improvement in the vaginal dryness department, the easing of discomfort, a higher sex drive and a lot more satisfaction. The latter is because, as nitric oxide increases blood flow to the clitoris, it creates an increase in pressure that’s essential to orgasm. What’s not to love? To learn more about Lady Prelox, visit https://lamelle.co.za/lady-prelox. You’ll find it at leading pharmacies and can even buy it discreetly from Lamelle’s Pharmastore online at https://lamelle.co.za/health-store www.lamelle.co.za   Tel: 011 465 2264

October 27, 2020

PCOS: You’re Not Alone – A Plea for Ovarian Health Consciousness

Acne, weight problems, excess hair, irregular periods – what if it’s all connected? This new ovarian health research asks you to take a minute for yourself and reflect … Every day, millions of women of every age and culture look at themselves in the mirror and see something that no one else does. We see that little bit of weight no diet or lifestyle changes seem to be able to fix. The excess oil, unwanted hairs and pimples that just won’t go away. We look straight past the beauty that’s there and see the girl who needs medication to have a normal period. Or the woman who’s umpteenth pregnancy test has come back negative. And we ask: why me? Why can’t I be normal? Funny thing is, that’s almost all of us. We just don’t talk about it. And perhaps it’s time that changed. Turns out, you’re not alone Over the past few years, doctors and researchers have been looking into a poorly understood and underdiagnosed ovarian health condition, known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). And we’ve made a few startling discoveries along the way. PCOS impacts your ovaries and can cause infertility, and it’s usually only discovered when a woman struggles to conceive. But new research says that PCOS can show up at any age and as some of the most common “everyday” symptoms women experience today: Irregular, missed (or absent) menstrual cycles Weight loss or weight gain (the kind that you feel you can’t control) Acne, pimples and oily skin Excess hair growth And, in later life, difficulty falling pregnant Recognise these? The message is: You’re not alone. Research has shown 1 in every 10 women might have PCOS. What is PCOS really? New studies show that PCOS actually starts with your metabolism. Researchers realised that the bodies of most women with PCOS have trouble processing insulin, the hormone it uses to extract and store the energy from carbohydrates.  And if your body struggles with insulin, it builds up in your blood and triggers your ovaries to overproduce androgen (male hormone). The technical term for that is hyperandrogenism, and you can probably already guess its symptoms: acne, excess hair growth, weight problems, irregular periods and infertility. Suddenly it all makes sense.  You’re not weird or different. It’s more common than you think. And you can get help right now. If you think you might have PCOS Now, of course, not every pimple or stray hair indicates a serious underlying cause. But if you’ve really been battling with one or more of these conditions, the good news is you can get yourself tested and know for sure. Your doctor or gynae will be able to advise. And it doesn’t matter what age you are. In your teens, you might just want some answers about your weight, acne, hair growth and those times you missed your period. Or, if you want to start a family, you might already have some trouble conceiving. Even later in life, if you’ve had some of these symptoms and just want to make sure the insulin part doesn’t become something more serious (yes, PCOS has been linked to diabetes). Just know, PCOS can be managed. In fact, we at Lamelle Pharmaceuticals have developed an exciting new product specifically to complement the treatment of PCOS and promote ovarian health. Have a look: INTRODUCING: ALL-NEW OVARIA Using an inspired blend of ingredients, including a naturally-occurring sugar that’s part of the vitamin B family, Ovaria is a brand-new ovarian-health nutritional supplement whose ingredients are proven to be just as effective as traditional treatments (metformin or glucophage) for PCOS, but without any of the side effects. The naturally-occurring ingredients in Ovaria bind to cell receptors, activating the signalling pathways that regulate thyroid hormones and, most importantly, insulin in the body. This means Ovaria helps normalise blood insulin levels, which normalises androgen and improves the symptoms of PCOS. THE INGREDIENTS IN OVARIA ARE PROVEN TO Increase ovulation rate in 16 weeks Increase menstruation cycles  Reduce hirsutism (excess hair growth) by 29% in 6 months THE BENEFITS OF OVARIA Improves ovulation to enhance fertility in women Normalises the menstrual cycle – in case of period problems Improves insulin resistance – useful for managing weight problems Improves blood glucose level (fasting glucose) Reduces hirsutism – used for hair growth problems Reduces the severity of acne – used for acne problems Improves insulin resistance, reducing type 2 diabetes risk and its complications Reduces blood androgens – used for acne, excess hair and sebum NEW OVARIA FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE Ovaria is a nutritional supplement that comes in powder form. Choose from two flavours – orange or peach. You simply tear open the sachet, mix the content with water and drink, once per day. Ovaria contains 4000mg of Myo-Inositol, the required daily dose clinically proven to be effective in the treatment of PCOS symptoms.  Doctors will have more information on PCOS. And Ovaria is available from reputable pharmacies – or simply order it online via Lamelle’s health store: https://lamelle.co.za/health-store. RSP: R350.00

September 18, 2020

Let’s change the conversation around female sexuality this Women’s Month

Did you know that 63% of women over 30 experience some form of sexual discomfort or problem? That’s more than half, or every second woman you see every day. We just don’t realise, because us women internalise so well: What’s wrong with me? All my friends seem fine, so why is it just me? The truth is it’s not just you. It’s you and almost every woman around you. And science is only now beginning to understand how our stressful modern-day lives impact our sexual drive and function.  Fortunately, knowledge is power. This Women’s Month, we can change the conversation about our sexuality. My periods are irregular – is this menopause? Probably only if you’re approaching 50. Menopause is a reality between 45 and 55, but irregular periods can happen long before that – almost at any age. Irregular periods (oligomenorrhea) can happen when your body experiences hormonal imbalances and changes in hormone levels (like when taking contraceptives or falling pregnant). But new research suggests that stress, pollution and environmental damagers trigger a cascade of damage inside the body that has a devastating effect on your sex organs, suppressing your body’s production of the vital sex hormone estrogen. Scientists believe that this is the reason behind more and more women showing symptoms of hormonal changes earlier in life. For the first time in my life, I’m experiencing vaginal dryness and sex is uncomfortable, is this normal? For too many women, yes, it’s becoming very common. Our modern-day lives increasingly expose us to internal and external damagers that create Reactive Oxygen Species and free radicals, which ravage the cells in our bodies (known as oxidative stress). And, worryingly, oxidative stress seems to have a huge impact on the organs that control our sexual drive a function. Oxidative stress depletes the vital vein- and sexual-health compound, nitric oxide, in our bodies, which causes symptoms such as dryness, discomfort, as well as lower sex drive and satisfaction. All of which can put a great deal of stress on you and your relationship. But it needn’t become the norm. We’re finding exciting new ways to counteract the damage. Why are my moods so unpredictable? Mood swings are very common when there are hormonal changes happening inside your body. That’s why we have commonly held beliefs of premenstrual mood swings, and that mood swings indicate approaching menopause. But, again, unpredictable moods don’t necessarily mean menopause. Oxidative stress depleting nitric oxide in your body can cause the type of hormonal changes that lead to mood swings at any age – or at least long before actual menopause. I really battle to “get in the mood” – is there something wrong with me? No, there’s very seldom something “wrong” personally. A decrease in libido/desire is usually a normal psychological (mental) response to the physiological (physical) damage in your organs.  The oxidative stress that’s depleting nitric oxide and causing changes in hormones and sexual drive and function – the stuff that’s causing dryness and discomfort during sex – will often trigger a natural response in your brain to try and avoid the uncomfortable situation. Your brain is very clever, and, if it realises that you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable during intimacy, it will often trick you into avoiding sex in the future. Fortunately, we have exciting new ways to treat both the physical and psychological effects around sexuality. I don’t feel confident and my sex life is dwindling. How can I improve intimacy with my partner? Firstly, this is natural in every relationship. A couple’s physical intimacy doesn’t stay constant during a relationship, it often requires work to maintain beyond the “honeymoon phase”. According to PhD Julie Jones for PsychCentral, building on emotional intimacy is a powerful key: Learn to be curious again. We often become wrapped up in defending our own opinions in relationships, losing our need to understand the other person’s point of view. Actively trying to understand (without giving up your own opinion) creates empathy, which builds intimacy. Jones also says that “surprise generosity” boosts intimacy: Make yourself available in a new or different way. You could offer to do the chore your partner always complains about or offer to go with them to the place/activity you usually skip because it’s not your “thing”. Lastly, be selfish for all the right reasons: Invest in yourself. Remember that your partner was first attracted to you because they saw something different and unique in you. That’s powerful. Nurture it. Take care of yourself. Invest in your wellness, your personal development and your mindfulness. When you’re feeling your best, you bring an important vitality to your relationship.  BOOST SEXUAL HEALTH BY 88% Lamelle Research Laboratories understands how oxidative stress impacts a woman’s sexual drive, desire, function and satisfaction. That’s why we developed a unique and remarkable product that specifically targets the things that impact your sexuality and pleasure. It’s called Lady Prelox. Lady Prelox is an all-natural supplement made with a patented formula that improves sensual pleasure, desire and comfort. The results are everything a woman needs: Lady Prelox is clinically proven to boost sexual function and satisfaction in women between 37 and 45 by 88% within one month (up to 126% in two months). It’s even proven to boost sexual satisfaction in menopausal (45–55) and even post-menopausal (50+) women by 60% and more. “Lady Prelox offers a non-prescription solution to a multi-factorial concern that affects the quality and confidence of many women of all ages” Dr Bradley Wagemaker, Medical Director at Lamelle Research Laboratories So, please remember, this Women’s Month and every day of the year, it’s not just you. There’s a scientific explanation for your tiredness, discomfort and even struggling to get “in the mood”. If you feel you need a little help, all-natural Lady Prelox is available from all leading pharmacies. You can even buy it discreetly from Lamelle’s Pharma Store online at https://lamelle.co.za/pharma-store/ RSP: R500 for 60 capsules. www.lamelle.co.za Tel: 011 465 2264

August 6, 2020

Fertility Facts by Lamelle Research Laboratories

Male infertility refers to the inability of a male to achieve a pregnancy in a fertile female. In humans it accounts for 40-50% of infertility. This is commonly due to deficiencies in the semen, and semen quality is used as a surrogate measure of male fertility.

June 24, 2020
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