The future of skin care: Latest dermatological treatments

The future of skin care: Latest dermatological treatments: It is widely known that the appearance of our skin can have an enormous influence on our self-esteem, confidence, and even mental health. Tackling such issues as acne, scars, pigmentation, and ageing is a long and tiring battle for millions of women and men around the world. […]

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Teens with acne at risk of self-harm

Despite acne being so common, there are still many misconceptions that surround it. Myths include that sufferers are dirty or don’t wash properly, that their diet is poor or that they will ‘grow out of it’. These myths play a huge part in the stigma surrounding the condition and the perception of it by non-sufferers. […]

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Time to prioritise acne

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Acne is one of the most common skin conditions affecting people of all ages in the UK. Although it primarily affects teenagers (around 80 per cent of adolescents aged 13-18 years have acne at some point), it can occur for the first time in adulthood and can even flare up in women approaching the menopause […]

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The emotional blight of acne

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Acne, which is probably one of the most common skin conditions affecting the general population, especially teenagers and young adults, can  have a profound impact on the quality of life and overall wellbeing of patients socially and emotionally.  However, it is important to not presume that this is only for people with severe symptoms, as those with milder disease […]

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Acne sufferers need tailor-made solutions

Acne is a near-universal skin disease affecting 85 per cent of adolescents world wide as well as older adults. But although it is ubiquitous, it is a condition that is extremely variable. I don’t think that ‘one-size fits all’ treatments reflect the fact that it is complex condition that requires a tailor-made approach. As a consultant dermatologist […]

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