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Over 50% of the population carries the herpes simplex virus that causes cold sores.

Since lockdown due to Covid 19, there has reportedly been an increase in people contracting the herpes simplex virus as well as an increase in cold sore outbreaks,

People who suffer from eczema are likely to experience more flare ups of dry, itchy or peeling during the winter months,’ says Dr Eva Melegh consultant dermatologist. ‘This is due mostly to the drop in air humidity, central heating and friction from winter

We're all making cuts to our budgets this winter and beauty is no exception. Sales of cosmetics and high end beauty products have already started dropping as people start to prioritise their spending.

However, having less money to spend on your

Do you find yourself scratching at your brows more often? Do you wake up with irritated and flaky brows? You could be part of the flaky brow epidemic that’s currently on the rise, according to skin specialists.

“Brows, like the scalp, have their

The word 'pores' has almost 3 billion search hits on Google with the most commonly asked question being 'how to get rid of open pores?'

So open pores are a major issue for many poeple.

However pore old pores get a bit of a hard time as

Itchy skin is one of the most common ailments of hot weather and can cause heatwave hell, preventing you from sleeping or relaxing as well as distracting you from work and generally making life very uncomfortable.

Here consultant dermatologist

Experts are warning that this year’s hay fever season, which effects millions of people in the UK, is going to be longer and more intense than ever and that sufferers may have more problems with their eyes this year as a result.

A recent study

The joy of Spring is more outdoor activities and blooming gardens. But with every positive there’s sometimes a downside and dry hands that flake and crack are often a result of Spring living.

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Traditional skin care advice is to wash your face every day, sometimes twice a day, to avoid skin problems such as acne and greasy skin.

However, washing your face every day can cause more harm than good, even if you suffer from acne.