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 […]
A GUIDE TO TEA TREE OIL AND USING IT FOR ACNE SPOTS Tea tree oil is one of the most common acne home remedies used by people that suffer from acne before seeking professional treatment. Tea tree oil itself is believed to have many properties that can help improve the skin in various ways. Tea […]
Skin pigmentation disorders affect many people in the UK and worldwide and are characterised by the development of lighter or darker patches of the skin. Pigmanorm cream is used to treat melasma, a common pigmentation disorder where brown or grey patches develop on the face, typically the bridge of the nose, cheeks, forehead and upper […]
SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. Skin cancer awareness month takes place every May with the aim of raising awareness of the dangers of unprotected sun exposure and educating on the ways skin cancer can be prevented. During skin cancer awareness month, the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) also runs a sun awareness campaign encouraging people to […]
What is Isotrex Gel? Isotrex gel contains the active ingredient Isotretinoin. It belongs to a group of medicines known as retinoids, which are derivatives of vitamin A. When applied to the skin isotretinoin is thought to loosen the cells on the surface of the skin. This helps to unblock pores so that the skin’s natural […]
IMIQUIMOD It has been agreed you should treat your skin using this preparation which stimulates the body’s own defences to mount a reaction against the changes in your skin. It has recently been licensed for treating surface skin cancers but it works well for other similar conditions. The manufacturers currently recommend it is used once […]
SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH 2021 Skin cancer awareness month takes place every May with the aim of raising awareness of the dangers of unprotected sun exposure and educating on the ways skin cancer can be prevented. During skin cancer awareness month, the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) also runs a sun awareness campaign encouraging people […]
If you would like to download this information sheet as a PDF – click here. Day of Treatment (Day 1) After your treatment we will have applied an anti inflammatory cream/ gel. This will soothe any inflammation. Ice: It can be helpful to apply an ice compress to site on and off for the first hour. […]
What is Tretinoin Cream used for? Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps the skin renew itself. Tretinoin topical (for the skin) is used to treat acne, smooth rough facial skin, and reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and mottled skin discolouration. Tretinoin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this […]
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