Skin Health

If you have naturally dry skin and find it looks especially flaky when you apply foundation, it’s possible that you’re using the wrong product. Never fear, though; selecting a foundation if you have dry skin can be very simple if you know what to look out for. Why do I have dry skin? Having drier skin is natural for some people and might be down to certain skin conditions such...

If you’ve noticed little dark spots on your skin, especially in your T-zone, chances are you’ve got blackheads. Wondering what causes these pesky blemishes and how you can avoid getting them in the future? Read on… First of all, what are blackheads? Blackheads are a...

Eczema can be uncomfortable to live with – these small changes may offer some relief Go with your gut Eczema is an inflammatory condition and it’s thought having too many ‘bad bacteria’ in the gut may increase inflammation in the body. One study found that...

Eczema is more than just a few patches of dry skin – this long-term skin condition can have a big impact on your daily life. Read on to discover how to manage atopic eczema Written by Victoria Goldman on March 7, 2019 Reviewed by Dr...

Is your skin dry, itchy, spotty or sore? Get the low-down on some of the most common skin conditions and how you can help manage them Written by Victoria Goldman on March 7, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 15, 2019 Your skin...

Does your skin feel dry, itchy, red and burning? If so, you could have contact dermatitis. Find out why it happens and how to manage your symptoms Written by Victoria Goldman on March 8, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on March 15, 2019 Every...

Most of us have experienced oily skin, particularly if it’s your time of the month. Find out what causes it and how to tackle it in this guide Written by Christina Quaine on February 14, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on February 27, 2019...

It’s the most common skin condition in teenagers, but acne affects adults, too. Get the lowdown on what causes this inflammatory skin condition, and how to prevent it Written by Christina Quaine on February 15, 2019 Reviewed by Dr Nicole Chiang on February 27, 2019...

Discover the top three foods to ditch if you want to enjoy a shine-free face Does your skin often appear shiny and greasy? Maybe it’s accompanied by those dual foes – enlarged pores and acne? Then chances are that you have oily skin.1 It’s caused...

Work out what’s causing that itching and scratching – and how you can help yourself We’ve all found ourselves scratching our skin on occasion. Itching – or pruritus, to give it its medical name – affects everyone from time to time, whether it’s caused by...

What is pruritus? Pruritus is a term that simply means ‘itching’- the desire to scratch your skin. Itchy skin can be a useful bodily response to harmful substances and external aggressors such as plant stings, chemical allergies and insect bites, but sometimes our bodies can...

Skin serums are still a relatively new addition to the skincare world, so you’d be forgiven for not knowing exactly what they are. What are serums? Although they often contain moisturising ingredients, serums aren’t interchangeable with moisturiser. Instead, serums are a highly concentrated product full...