Spring Skin Scares

Surprise Spring sun, plant blooms and frequently changing weather conditions can trigger a multitude of sensitive skin conditions. 1 in 10 visits to GP’s in Spring are due to skin ...

New cure for eczema found by destroying yeast on skin

Eczema, which is characterised by itchy, inflamed skin, is renowned for being hard to cure. But a new scientific breakthrough means that we could be one step closer to a ...

I found a treatment for my eyelid eczema that really works!

Eyelid eczema sufferer, Dadina Howard, is a 40-year mature model from Hampshire Dadina developed eczema on her eyelids two years ago because of a long career as a model. Dadina had to ...

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An atlas of skin bacteria

The human skin is covered in bacteria which begin multiplying as soon as we are born. Bacteria lives on the surface of the skin, in the eyes, hair, mouth, feet, armpits and genitals. Although some bacteria on the skin is dangerous, most of it is harmless and some is actually beneficial. New research from the [...]

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A hip secret for glowing and younger looking skin

A new secret skin remedy for dry skin and fine lines being used increasingly by celebrities including Gywneth Paltrow,Victoria Beckham and Miranda Kerr, is rosehip oil. Derived from the wild rose bushes that grow in the Chilean Andes, the oil’s benefits have been known by the indigenous population for hundreds of years. Extracted from the [...]

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Most arthritis sufferers have to wait three years for diagnosis

A shocking new report has found that, on average, osteoarthritis sufferers have to wait three years to be diagnosed and referred for treatment. The charity Arthritis Care’s new report found that patients had to visit their doctor at least three times to be diagnosed with osteoarthritis and most suffered intolerable and constant pain for 2-3 [...]

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Are you falling victim to the adult acne epidemic?

We all know that puberty causes spots. But new research has found that its not just teen skin that is at the mercy of acne, adult women are falling prey to acne too and the problem is on the rise. Many women who did not even get acne as teens, are going on to develop [...]

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First psoriasis gene identified

Scientists have found the first gene that is directly linked to plaque psoriasis. Mutations in the gene CARD14 lead to the formation of plaque psoriasis, according to new research published in the May edition of The American Journal of Human Genetics. This important discovery suggests that psoriasis is caused by genetic defects in the skin [...]

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The Fall of the Flannel

The humble flannel was the mainstay of good skin care throughout history, but is now on the verge of extinction. Since the 1960’s, sales of flannels have been on a gradual decline, but last year saw the lowest flannel sales ever. Flannels have been replaced by disposable wipes and cleansing pads. However beauty and skin [...]

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Acne drug tied to risk of eye problems

Prescription pills used to treat acne have been linked to a significant risk of developing eye problems, according to new research. Eye problems such as styes, eye dryness and conjunctivitis were found in a new research to be higher in patients taking medications for acne, according to researchers at the Tel Aviv Medical Centre inIsraelwhose [...]

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Paint stripper chemicals in shampoo damages hair & causes sensitive scalp

New research suggests that paint stripping type chemicals used in most common shampoos can strip the hair of natural oils, fade hair colour, make hair drier, limper and more brittle and also cause sensitive scalp, itching and flaking. The main culprit for causing the damage to hair and scalp irritation are sulphates. Sulphates are what [...]

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New treatment for psoriasis could also reduce risk of stroke

A new treatment for psoriasis called adalimumab may also help decrease vascular inflammation, which is what causes an increased risk of stroke in people with psoriasis. Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin and joints that affects up to 3% of the population and is associated with a greater risk of heart attack [...]

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New caffiene enriched Oregon Serum helps reduce psoriasis

A new skin serum containing the plant extract Oregon Grape Root and caffiene is effective in reducing the symptoms of psoriasis, according to a UK trial. Psoriasis is a recurrent skin condition that affects around 2% of  the UK population. It is caused by an acceleration of skin cell production. Normally a skin cell matures [...]

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