cream – Port Macquarie Dermatology

Retinol (Vitamin A): What It Is and Who Should Be Using It

If you’ve ever browsed the skincare aisle or scrolled through beauty influencers’ routines, you’ve likely come across the word retinol. Touted as a ‘holy grail’ ingredient by skincare enthusiasts, retinol is one of the most researched and effective ingredients for improving skin texture, tone, and overall health. But what exactly is it—and is it right…

Let it GLOW this holiday

RATIONALE’s limited-edition kits and gifts deliver science-backed radiance, beautifully boxed. Available in clinic.

The RATIONALE Holiday Collection

This festive season, RATIONALE unveils the Holiday 2025 Collection—limited-edition kits, discovery sizes, and gifts infused with signature glow. Available in clinic.

Seeking unparalleled luxury and luminous results?

Experience a RATIONALE facial treatment, uniting professional formulations with advanced techniques for radiant skin health. Available in clinic.

Radiance around the clock.

RATIONALE’s skin-identical formulations protect by day and repair by night. Available in clinic.

Restore. Refine. Rejuvenate.

Discover the RATIONALE PM ritual your skin will love—for radiant nightly repair. Available in clinic.

Why SPF50+ Sunscreen Is a Must

The Port Macquarie region is known for its beautiful beaches, outdoor lifestyle, and abundant sunshine. But with that sunshine comes a serious health risk. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world (Cancer Council Australia). That’s why wearing SPF50+ sunscreen isn’t just a summer tip, it’s a year-round necessity. The Harsh Reality…