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
When are women officially in menopause? This is the question many women would like to know but too often doctors may not be able to give
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
Compared to our mother’s and grandmother’s generations, menopause symptoms are now better documented than ever before from hot flushes, to mood swings and vaginal dryness, most women today are better prepared about what to expect as they reach menopausal
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.
