HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR FEET Dry or cracked heels is a common foot condition – which for many won’t be serious and might just be a little unsightly but for others it can cause discomfort or pain. Often, you’ll notice thickened skin on the heel and perhaps yellowish calluses around the edges. This […]

HOW DID BEING IN LOCKDOWN AFFECT OUR SKIN? During the COIVD-19 pandemic, we all experienced periods of lockdown where normal daily activities were put on pause and our routines changed. We have spoken to two of our Consultant Dermatologists about how lockdown has affected our skin and the reasons for this. WHY MIGHT PEOPLE BE […]

FIVE COMMON SKIN MANIFESTATIONS OF COVID-19 IDENTIFIED The British Association of Dermatologists has published information relating to skin manifestations of COVID-19, that have been identified by Spanish dermatologists, collaborating through the Spanish Academy of Dermatology. The research has been published in the  British Journal of Dermatology. Please note: skin lesions and rashes are common, and […]

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MELASMA. A Q&A WITH A CONSULTANT DERMATOLOGIST Q&A with consultant dermatologist Dr Adam Friedmann, clinical lead at the Harley Street Dermatology Clinic. WHAT IS MELASMA? Melasma, also known as chloasma, is a common skin condition characterised by skin discolouration, particularly dark patches of skin. Melasma is most commonly found […]

MEDICAL ACNE TREATMENT VS SURGICAL ACNE TREATMENT Medical acne treatments differ from surgical acne treatments in more ways than one. Naturally, surgical acne treatments are a more invasive procedure that often penetrates the skin on deeper levels and forces the skin to react more quickly than medical treatments in order to produce new skin cells […]

DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACNE AND ACNE TREATMENTS It can be unpleasant to see a patch of pimples appear on your skin. Especially if they are in prominent places like your forehead or cheeks. This can cause not only physical effects but a decrease in confidence and emotional impact. Unfortunately, there isn’t just one type of […]

Are past breakouts leaving you feeling self-conscious or shy about your skin? There are a number of reasons why acne scars form, but the most common reason is a result of pimples or other blemishes on your skin popping, causing the surrounding areas to become inflamed. Inflammation causes your body to produce more collagen, which […]

DERMATOLOGICAL TREATMENTS FOR ACNE VS. ACNE HOME REMEDIES Acne is such a complicated skin condition. One of the most common skin conditions within adolescence, and in some instances extremely hard to prevent/manage. Acne doesn’t just affect your skin, but your confidence too. This skin condition has psychological impacts that are just as important to manage […]

CONSULTANT DERMATOLOGIST ANSWERS YOUR ACNE QUESTIONS We have spoken to Dr Adam Friedmann from the Harley Street Dermatology Clinic all about Acne to answer your common acne questions. Watch the videos or read his answers below. What is the best treatment for acne? https://youtu.be/18Oe3RWg9Xo I’m often asked what is the best treatment for acne and […]

CAN MY DIET HELP MY SKIN? we eat and drink can have a dramatic impact on our health, so it’s hardly surprising there are so many stories online about people who claim to have cured their skin conditions with special diets or by eating certain foods. But just how true are these claims and should […]

BEAUTY PRODUCT INGREDIENTS THAT MAY IRRITATE ACNE When you are prone to getting acne, skincare or makeup products can contribute to or worsen your acne, and it can be a complex combination to balance. Make up, in particular foundation, can typically be used to hide acne and other blemishes while your skin is healing, but […]

ALCOHOL AND ACNE: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW Acne can be triggered by many different factors such as hormones, sleep, cosmetic products, as well as what we eat and drink. Here we will explore the correlation between alcohol and the impacts that it can have on the skin. HOW CAN ALCOHOL CAUSE A BREAKOUT ON […]