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Empowering skincare professionals to deliver the very best results. We are the home of scientifically proven, planet-positive skin health brands.
Leading the way with science, innovation and knowledge, we are pro-actively transforming how people feel in their skin. The iiaa is more than skincare. It’s skin health. And it’s overall health. It’s looking great on the outside and feeling even better on the inside. It’s a confidence that comes from embracing whoever you are, whatever your age. Uniquely, our brands work together as a whole to pro
This week, we hosted our annual Salon of the Year Awards at the Rosewood Hotel London. Bringing together more than 150 skincare professionals from across the UK and Ireland to celebrate their incredible achievements over the past year.
It was an afternoon filled with well-deserved recognition and inspiring stories from our salon community. A huge thank you to and for your empowering speeches.
Congratulations to all our winners and finalists. And a massive thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the occasion so memorable.
Interested in the different forms of Vitamin A and how they all work when applied to our skin?
In this installment of Dr Des Explains, he breaks down the conversion process of Vitamin A.
Our co-founder, Tracy, demonstrates gentle at home skin rollering techniques with Environ's Cosmetic Roll-CIT.
Designed to dramatically increase the absorption of topical vitamins and active ingredients, by gently piercing the outermost layer of the skin. It creates tiny micro-channels that allow products to pe*****te up to 10,000 times more effectively than topical application alone.
It’s a simple step that can help enhance your skincare routine and boost that healthy glow.
Are the antioxidants in AVST Moisturiser enough to protect you from the sun? Is there enough or do we need more? Dr Des lets us know ☀️
That’s right, Dr Des has always been the OG of skin health! He’s been sharing his insights into sun protection, vitamin A, needling and thoughts on latest trends. Stay tuned to hear more!
04/05/2026
This , we’re highlighting an important truth: when melanoma is recognised early, it is highly treatable.
Alongside staying in tune with your skin, consistent daily habits can help reduce risk:
• Practice sensible sun protection every day
• Avoid tanning beds
• Skip the idea of a “base tan”. It does not protect your skin.
Save this post as a reminder to stay in tune with your skin, and share it with someone you care about.
To learn more, watch the latest conversation with Dr Des Fernandes and understand why all skin tones are at risk: http://spr.ly/6184BBBKvO
A simple way to incorporate Skin Integrate 28 into client routines 🍎
sharing how they’re turning it into an easy daily gut health shot - something clients can stay consistent with, or enjoy as a small in-clinic touch.
27/04/2026
takes a thoughtful, 360 approach - combining , and with consistent in-clinic treatments to support real, lasting change.
Just under 6 months on, and the difference is clear: stronger, healthier, more radiant skin.
23/04/2026
Last year, Denise from took home our Green Salon title 💚
Her approach to sustainability wasn’t just impressive - it was real, thoughtful, and woven into everything she does.
Take a look at Denise’s story for a little inspiration on the kinds of changes that can make a real impact.
Because now, we’re looking for this year’s winner…🏆
Green Salon entries are officially open.
If you’ve been making changes, big or small, this is your moment to share your story, like Denise.
Enter via the link in bio. 🔗
22/04/2026
shares why working with us fits so naturally into his clinic - from the science behind the formulations to the support behind the scenes.
A little insight into what matters when choosing who you work with.
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