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A new treatment originally meant for herpes eye infections could clear cold sores faster than any other drug currently available.

Scientists at the University of Illinois in the US found that the new drug compound called BX795 doesn’t attack the cold

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus and once you have contracted the virus they can reappear annoyingly. Over 30 million people in the UK are infected with the herpes simplex virus, which can be picked up from a single kiss, and outbreaks

Got acne, rosacea, eczema or just sensitive skin? Ever wondered why so many people with these skin types turning to mineral sun screens?

You hear a lot of talk about mineral sun blocks these days. But what’s the actual difference between a mineral sun

New research suggests that contrary to the accepted belief that the sun is problematic for skin prone to eczema, it could actually help with the condition.

The reason why the sun’s rays may be a natural eczema cure is that a molecule, nitric oxide,

Do you suffer from frequent vaginal dryness, itchiness and discomfort? Do you often experience painful sex?It could be that you’re losing the bacterial battle and you need to re-balance your vaginal bacteria.

The battle between good bacteria vs bad

If you live in an area of hard water, which accounts for 60% of British homes, your daily shower or bath could be making your eczema worse, according to new research.

Hard water is known for causing skin to become dry and itchy because it has a higher

Keeping vaginal skin feeling soft, flexible and pH balanced is crucial for maintaining good vaginal health. Not only does this improve vaginal comfort and health, it also boosts body confidence. In this blog we look at how to keep your vagina healthy

Pat Woodward, 60, an estate agent from the Hampshire, suffered with psoriasis for over ten years. At times her hands were so sore and unsightly she would wear gloves to work.

Pat explains how the condition has impacted on every aspect of her life for

Over 50% of people are classed with having sensitive skin and it’s a growing problem with more people diagnosed every year.

Sensitive skin is not just an annoying skin type, it can lead to more serious skin conditions such as eczema, rosacea and skin

Frances Batten, 33, is a medical secretary and mother of three from Somerset who developed rosacea after the sudden death of her mother.

Frances says; “If my sister hadn’t found Kalme caper cream when she did, I think I’d have dropped into a black hole