Sun damage is one of the main causes of accelerating skin ageing, with even a few minutes of exposure causing permanent damage. But do you wear SPF in the summer, and do you know the difference between UVB and UVA? Protecting your skin all year round The sun is responsible
The leaves are turning colour and the temperature has dropped – autumn has well and truly arrived. You may well be prepping your wardrobe ready for the new season, with woolly jumpers, coats and boots; but have you prepped your skincare yet? Many people don’t realise that a new season
With the weather getting colder and the central heating being turned up, you might be experiencing drier skin. But did you know that there’s a difference between dry and dehydrated skin and treating them the same can make the complaints considerably worse. What is dry skin? Dry skin is a
What is collagen and how can it make you look younger? Often referred to as the building blocks of our skin, collagen is the main structural protein that keeps our skin supple and tight. As we age, our collagen reserves decline in quantity and quality, making us prone to sagging,
“I spend so much money on high-quality creams – why does my skin still look so bad?” You could hear the frustration in this lady’s voice. She had come into our clinic to discuss the best way to improve her dull, dry complexion. And she’d brought with all the skincare
At some point in life, most people will spend hours trawling the internet trying to find that magic potion to improve the appearance of their skin, hoping to achieve a beautiful, radiant glow. There are lots of products available declaring you will see instant results, but they will come at
Topman Skincare Blog Toothpaste to treat spots? Cucumber to help puffy eyes? We’ve called in our favourite skincare expert to put these – and other skin myths – to bed. Vishul Gudka, master of aesthetics, clinical director and lead practitioner of The Aesthetics Room, is here to put our skincare concerns
Just had a massive workout? Wiping the sweat of your face with your hands as you head off for a hot shower. Itching to scrub the dirt off your face or just too exhausted and shower later? Here are some tips which may make you rethink all of the above
Acne is a common skin problem especially as a teenager, but for some it can continue long after adolescences or even appear for the first time later in life. There has been an incline in adult acne lately. Even though acne is not a life-threatening disease, self-esteem and body image can
Two types of UV rays – UVA and UVB UVA – cause tanning, wrinkles and ageing UVB – cause sunburn and skin cancer What Damage does the sun cause? Fine lines Wrinkles Age spots Freckles Leathery skin Hyperpigmentation How do | tan with suncream on? Big misconception is in this