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Category: Skin problems and treatments

Hyperpigmentation vs. Melasma – What’s the Difference?

You notice them every time you look in the mirror – they’re dark spots that just never seem to go away. A quick online search to learn more about what they are is likely to reveal two terms with which you may not be familiar – hyperpigmentation and melasma. What are these conditions, and which…

Microneedling – the solution to stretchmarks

Can microneedling help remove stretch marks? Across our 8 London clinics we are noticing more men and women are turning to microneedling to deal with their stretch marks. Stretch marks are most commonly caused by changes in weight and pregnancy and occur when your skin stretches quickly. what are stretch marks? Stretch marks rarely cause…

The 101 on Birthmarks

If you’re struggling to find common ground with someone, thinking there is just nothing similar about you, well… chances are you both have birthmarks! Over 80 percent of babies are born with them, and sometimes, they don’t fade as you (and your skin) grow. So what are these little marks? And if they cause you…

Freckles vs. Pigmentation

If you’ve been watching the runways and magazines covers recently you will have seen models with freckles and other pigmentation conditions. Fashion houses have finally embraced more diverse models recently which is refreshing and reflective of who their customers are. We’re seeing faces in a gorgeous spectrum of colours, and we’re also seeing more “non-traditional”…

What are Milia – And What Can You Do About Them?

You have small raised white bumps on your face, around your eyelids, forehead and cheeks. They’re hard and have an obvious whitehead, so you might try to pop them like you would a pimple. But they just won’t go away. What are these little bumps (and bothers), and what can you do about them? They’re…

What is Sublative Radiofrequency?

Sublative radiofrequency. For many this will sound like jargon, but in this blog we will uncover what this great treatment does.  It’s an effective solution for ageing, loose, sagging, scarred and/or uneven skin. Results without Damage Sometimes, procedures intended to treat the skin cause damage that can exacerbate the issues you originally wanted to address. Fraxel…

What are Freckles – And What Are Your Options If You Want to Treat Them?

Freckles are a common skin concern, some love their freckles, where as others may wish they weren’t so visible. In this blog we will uncover what freckles are – and how you can treat them effectively? First, know that freckles are not themselves harmful, nor do they indicate a health problem. They are simply small,…

The Mystery of Undereye Dark Circles – And How to Solve It

You look… tired. Even after a night’s rest. Even after a relaxing, restful vacation. Dark circles under your eyes make you look exhausted, older and less vibrant. But what exactly are they? What causes them? And most importantly, how do you erase them from your face? What are Dark Circles? Throughout most of your body,…

How Your Ethnicity Affects Your Skin

The magic of a diverse world is that there is a full spectrum of skin tones and types. “Beautiful” skin isn’t any one particular colour or shade; it is healthy and vibrant. Ethnicity plays a part not only in the tone of your skin, but in how it responds to physiological and environmental factors. Let’s…

What is Rosacea – And What Do You Do About It?

Rosacea can be a difficult skin condition to live with. Your face flushes as if you have a sunburn that will not go away; you struggle with red bumps, pimples and/or visible blood vessels. Maybe you feel a persistent stinging, burning or itching sensation or your eyelids become swollen and red. Unfortunately, these are all…

Best Treatments for Scarring

Scars may be caused by acne, surgeries, injuries, burns or scalds. They can be hypertrophic, contracture or Keloid. The reasons people carry scars are as diverse as the individuals themselves, but regardless of the why, many people want to erase the physical reminder of an injury or acne from their faces and bodies. Traditionally, this…

Your Skin After Pregnancy

Most mothers, after having delivered their bundle of joy, notice some repercussions of the birth process to their skin.  Some may think you just have to live with this “new normal” way that your skin has begun to look. However, there are many great treatments that can take your skin, and particularly your tummy, back…

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