Health Awareness
Skin Health Q4 2021
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Xeroderma pigmentosum: More than just skin deep
We often see skin disorders as simply that—a disorder impacting the skin. But the truth is they can have a much wider impact on health and wellbeing than first meets the eye. This is true for the ultra-rare disease, xeroderma pigmentosum. The exquisite design of our skin goes well beyond protecting us from the outside...
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Patient voices are building a brighter future for those living with skin cancer
Amplifying the voice of the healthcare expert, with the patient in mind, can help those living with T-cell skin lymphoma. The powerful advocacy of patients reveals there may be psychological effects from T-cell skin lymphoma being misdiagnosed as psoriasis or eczema, causing uncertainty and impacting quality of life. This slow-progressing condition, also called cutaneous T-cell...
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Hope for patients with rare skin condition
Advances in scientific understanding provide possible options for a condition which is life limiting and without cure. Described as the “worst disease you have never heard of,” epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare debilitating skin condition that leaves sufferers with recurrent open wounds, constant pain and extreme discomfort. It has a devastating impact on people...
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Laser acne and acne scars treatment – a fast and simple solution for clear skin
Acne is a very common skin condition that can often be challenging to treat. Lasers can help in more ways than one. With active acne, the pores of the skin become blocked by sebum (from sebaceous glands), bacteria and dead skin cells. If inflammation causes the pores to swell and damage deeper layers of the...
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The A to Z of baby skin conditions
A new parent-friendly resource on the most common baby skin conditions has been launched by WaterWipes®. New and expectant parents often feel unprepared and not fully equipped to recognise common baby skin conditions – such as nappy rash, eczema, baby acne and sensitive skin. In fact, research by WaterWipes® found that one in two parents...
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A new therapy developed to help tackle skin cancer
A new approach to non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) could offer a quicker and less distressing treatment for patients. While non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is less serious than melanoma and far less likely to spread to other parts of the body, the most common treatment option involves surgical removal of the lesions. With increased awareness and...
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Understanding the physical and psychological impact of atopic dermatitis
Dr Eddie Guzdar from Sanofi UK & Ireland discusses atopic dermatitis and the impact it has on patients. What is atopic dermatitis and how does it affect people, both physically and psychologically? Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a common form of eczema and although we do not fully understand the cause, we think it is a...
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Why winter noses love Kleenex Balsam
Don’t let a cold catch you unprepared. Let your nose be the judge this winter and try Kleenex Balsam tissues with BalmCare™ for superior soothing.* Winter is here. The cold, the wind and the dreaded red noses! But not all noses are the same and neither are tissues. Kleenex Balsam tissues are infused with a unique BalmCare™ formula containing Aloe Vera, Vitamin E and Calendula to...
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Have you found a suspicious spot on your skin?
Your skin and moles are changing all the time. Dr Tripolt answers common questions around symptoms of skin cancer and how an app can help you check your moles. In the past decade (2011-2021) incidence rates of skin cancer have increased by 44%. Skin cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK, with...
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Acne is more than just a skin condition
Acne is something we all know. It is something that we have been brought up thinking is dirty, disgusting, ugly, the persons fault, the list of negativity goes on, but an online support community is bringing people together. Society’s beauty standards tell us we need clear skin to be beautiful. It tells us that we...
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Taking care of skin of colour
Skin structure is influenced by a person’s ethnicity and as a result skin of colour requires specialised care, especially when it comes to conditions such as hyperpigmentation. Looking after your skin is as important as taking care of your teeth and physical health. But have you ever considered whether your ethnicity and the colour of...
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The importance of your winter skincare routine
One of the primary functions of the skin is homeostasis – essentially helping the body to regulate temperature, prevent free water loss and create a protective barrier from the outside world. During the winter months, the wind, the change in temperature and even the use of heaters can increase irritation to skin. This can present...
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Why facial fitness should be part of your workout regime
Our facial muscles work to support our skin’s surface so, if we can boost muscle tone and create a healthier, stronger foundation, then every layer above can function better. We have 600+ muscles in the human body, with over 40 specifically in the face. Many of us don’t think twice when it comes to exercising...
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The ‘Terminator effect’ – the wonders of growth factors explained
Leading Aesthetic Doctor and Founder of CellDerma, Dr Dev Patel, outlines the cutting-edge science of growth factors and their use in skincare. Specialised cells called stem cells make growth factors naturally as part of our body’s ongoing damage repair and renewal process. Growth factors (GFs) mediate a myriad of pathways to enable regeneration, for example...
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Improving the outlook for eczema sufferers
As the weather gets colder, skin becomes increasingly dry and sensitive. For eczema sufferers, this often translates into worsening of their condition. Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition characterised by patches of red, flaky, itchy skin. Eczema and dry skin are inextricably linked, so it’s important to tackle dryness as soon as it appears. Hydration of...
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Psoriasis: new treatments offer hope for managing symptoms
Psoriasis has become the most researched disease in the field of dermatology. There is now hope for new treatments to help manage the symptoms and improve the quality of life for people living with the disease. Psoriasis is a life-long, chronic condition characterised by red, flaky patches of skin covered in silvery scales. These patches,...
