RVC Aesthetics

Forget ghosts and ghouls — the real skincare horrors are the everyday habits that quietly damage your skin barrier, trigger irritation, or increase long-term skin damage. 👻

1. Skipping sunscreen because it’s cloudy

UVA rays can pe*****te clouds and contribute to premature ageing, pigmentation and skin cancer. Sunburn isn't the only sign of sun damage.

The fix: Use broad-spectrum SPF 30–50 daily on exposed skin, even when it’s overcast. Reapply when outdoors for extended periods, especially after sweating or swimming.

2. Squeezing and picking every spot

Picking or squeezing can worsen inflammation, introduce infection and increase the risk of lasting scars and dark marks — particularly in deeper, inflamed spots.

The fix: Leave spots alone, try a hydrocolloid pimple patch, and use acne treatments suited to your skin. Seek help if acne is painful, persistent or scarring.

3. Cleansing until your skin feels squeaky clean

Harsh cleansers, very hot water and excessive washing can strip away protective skin lipids, leaving skin dry, tight, flaky and irritated.

The fix: Cleanse gently, generally morning and evening as needed, with lukewarm water. If your skin feels tight after washing, try a milder cleanser and moisturise straight away.

4. Treating your face like a chemistry experiment

Layering too many exfoliating acids, retinoids and other potent actives can cause redness, peeling, burning and a damaged skin barrier. More products don't automatically mean better results.

The fix: Introduce one active at a time, follow its instructions, and use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser. Persistent stinging is a sign to reassess your routine, not push through.

5. Copying someone else's skincare routine blindly

A product that works beautifully for an influencer may irritate your skin, aggravate eczema or acne, or be unsuitable for your needs. Fragrance and certain active ingredients can also trigger reactions.

The fix: Build a simple routine around your skin's needs. Patch-test new products, introduce them gradually and remember that pregnancy, certain skin conditions and medications can affect which ingredients are appropriate.

Consultations available x

Summer was for living.
Autumn is for getting your glow back. 🍂✨

Late nights? ✔️
Holiday mode? ✔️
Skincare routine? …let’s just say she took a little summer break. 😂

And that’s okay — because now it’s time for a reset.

The SPF is still coming out.
The skincare routine is getting reinstated.
The treatment diary is getting booked.
And the glow? Non-negotiable.

Because autumn is basically the spring of aesthetics.

It’s the perfect time to reset after summer, replenish your skin, get back into those regular treatments and start building those good habits again.

Think fresh skin, consistency, hydration and a little bit of ✨maintenance✨.

No pressure. No perfection.
Just getting back to feeling good in your skin.

New season. Fresh routine. Happy skin. 🍂🤎

Lip filler woes! 💋

This gorgeous young lady asked me for help with her lips recently. She had been unhappy with them for a while as they were overfilled and puffy, not suiting her face at all (not filled by me obvs!)

We decided to dissolve them completely. I used hyaluronidase solution to break down the filler and the "after" picture is the result the next day, back to a normal shape and size.

Filler dissolving shouldn't be undertaken willy-nilly but in this case I felt it was by far the best solution as it was affecting this lady's self-esteem.

If you're desperately in need of a fresh start please book a consultation via my website.

Blemish removal at RVC Aesthetics

Large skin tag removed quickly and easily this morning using the fantastic spear probe from .

Why not book in to get those pesky blemishes treated?!

Blemish removal at RVC Aesthetics.

A small selection of blemishes I've treated today, seborrheic keratoses and cherry angiomas.

I use advanced electrolysis techniques to treat blemishes such as these below, skintags, xanthalasma, dermatosis papulosa nigra, sebaceous hyperplasia, thread veins and moles.

The treatment is usually quick and fairly straightforward. You will experience some discomfort but we go at your pace.

If you're not sure or want to discuss treatment options feel free to book in for a free consultation.

Bookings are through my website (link in bio).

Look forward to seeing you soon x

I'M BACK!!!

Treatment finished and I'm ready to return to my lovely clinic room to see all your smiley faces! 😁

Thank you so much for supporting me through this horrible time and for being so understanding.🥰

I have opened up appointments on Mondays and Saturdays starting from MONDAY 3rd AUGUST so get yourself booked in now! 🏃🏻‍♀️

BUT... bear with me as I'm easing myself back gently to make sure I prioritise my own wellbeing.

I'm very grateful to have received lots of contacts from new patients over the last few months but I will need to prioritise my existing patients and those who have had treatments cancelled.

Look forward to seeing you soon.

Rachel x

End of treatment 🎉

Oddly emotional this morning ringing the bell and saying goodbye to the radiotherapy department.

Surgery and radiotherapy done and dusted.
Recovery time, now where's the gin .....?🍸

So, all of the donations are now in and I can announce that my Swim 10k in May challenge has raised £1210!!

Add on the Gift Aid and the total is £1423.75!!!!!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who donated to my challenge. All the money raised goes to Cancer Research and, as we've raised over £1000, that can buy imaging software for use in testing new drugs and treatments.

A big thank you also goes to my lovely Mum Gill Wilson who helped hugely by extracting cash from members of the church St Michael's, Heighington, Durham , the church choir and her band Aycliffe and Brancepeth Brass Band.

And obviously the support from Steve Clarke, Danielle Bartram, Meshell Charlston and Sara Dunn as always was second to none

Thank you to everyone, it really means a lot.

X

I'M DONE!!!!

I've finished my Swim 10k in May challenge!!

At times I doubted I would be able to finish within the month as my vertigo was causing so many problems, but today I swam the last 500m with my friend Danielle swimming alongside for support 😁

A HUGE thank you to everyone who has taken the time to click onto my Just Giving page to donate to Cancer Research, sent supportive messages or gee'd me on when I've felt a bit downhearted 🥰

I've reached over £800 on my page but I also have around £200 cash to add to that thanks to my mum Gill Wilson badgering people. I really am thankful for everyone's generosity and I'm so happy I've broken the £1000 mark 🥹

One last call to anyone who still wishes to donate before I close the page:

https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/rachels-giving-page-702573

With lots of love xx