In the current climate with frequent hand cleansing and application of antiseptic gels , the delicate naturally acidic skin barrier is going to suffer. I suspect we will start to see an increase in irritant hand eczema. So, applying suitable moisturisers is going to be key. What should you look fo... more...
Eczema is a common condition that plagues thousands of people in the UK, including children and babies. And whilst it can be painful to experience it yourself, it can also be difficult to see - and feel desperate to help - someone you love as they cope with their skin condition. The difficulty, of... more...
In the world of beauty, it seems like we're on a constant endeavour to get the most glowy skin and lavish locks possible. But there's one thing that could be getting in the way of that - no matter how much cash you invest in spenny skincare serums and clever hair masks. The truth is, washing your... more...
When was the last time you applied sun protection? Despite all the literature on the importance of wearing SPF daily to fend off skin cancer and premature ageing, most of us are guilty of skipping this skincare step, unless we’re relaxing on a beach. This year’s plethora of new formulas might change our laid-back approach to sun protection, though. Scientific breakthroughs have not only paved the way for lighter, wearable textures, but also higher levels of protection. In the past, SPF50 had a reputation for being thick and chalky, putting most of us off. However, the new breed are slick, sophisticated and hi-tech. And the market research group NPD has reported that sales are on the increase, with the SPF50 category growing at 16 per cent year-on-year compared to five per cent for SPF30. Here’s why… more...
While jet-lag when travelling long-haul is renowned for making you tired and slightly disorientated, you may not have considered the effect it could have on your skin. We spoke to dermatologist Dr. Justine Hextall, a representative of The Harley Medical Group, to explain why you may suffer from skin... more...
Yep, you’re definitely doing a few of these… With SO many skincare products out there (not to mention a million techniques to help you ‘get the glow’), it can be seriously confusing to know what’s best for your skin. To scrub or not to scrub? Moisturiser or serum? Oily or combination? There are... more...
A dermatologist reveals her must-know facts for Winter Few of us would label Winter as our best skin season – whether it’s blotchy and over-sensitive, or ghostly and dry, the cold season tends to play havoc with our complexions. But while we know we should be slathering on the sun cream come Sum... more...
Some of these may surprise you… We spoke to Justine Hextall, consultant dermatologist, about how you can protect and look after your skin during the Summer holidays… 1. You should wear sun screen on your flight We all know we should slap on the sun cream before we hit the beach, but how many o... more...
Diagnosis: Eczema Symptoms: There is a difference between having straightforward dry skin and having inflamed skin, but one will often lead to the other. Some people genetically have drier skin, which means they might be lacking certain proteins that maintain moisture. This makes them more at ris... more...
Top dermatologists weigh in on which acne treatments really work. For beauty obsessives, acne is something of a scourge on humanity and it pushes even the best of us to extreme, sometimes dangerous measures. From putting toothpaste on our faces, to scraping and picking away at our skin and cotton-... more...