The Skin Blog

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  • Can you TRUST your SPF: Is Your Sunscreen Really Protecting You?

    The Hard Truth When It Comes To SPF! I recently came across alarming news about "fake" SPFs being withdrawn in Spain, exposing the widespread issue of misleading sunscreen labels. This was not the first time I have been informed of misleading labelling in the sunscreen manufacturing industry. Unf...
  • Double Down On Hydration This Winter

    What are the best skin care tips during winter? 1. Soap is a Dirty Word! Cleanse Without Stripping.  Your skin is already struggling with moisture loss from low humidity and overheating in air conditioning. Do your skin a favour and cleanse without stripping with a cleanser free of harsh surfacta...
  • A Lesson In Body Hydration

    We’re all well versed by now in the importance of hydration for your facial skin. But many neglect the hydration of their bodies, using a foaming but allegedly hydrating body wash, or minimising moisturising with a swipe of moisturiser on their legs and elbows alone. As a dermatologist, Dr Natash...
  • The BIGGEST Problem You Can Create For Your Skin

    Clean up your act (and your skin) with the right cleanser. When it comes to skincare, every step in your routine counts, but none may be more critical than the first: cleansing. Often underestimated, the right cleanser sets the stage for everything that follows. It's not just about removing dirt ...
  • What Is Osmosis And Why Does It Make My Skin Dry In Winter?

    Whilst we may love the fresh mornings and cosy evenings that the cooler months bring, amidst the seasonal charm is a less welcome companion: dry, parched skin. If you’re wondering why your skin often feels tighter and more dehydrated in winter despite your best moisturising efforts, the answer li...
  • Meet Dr. NiaCinamide: The B3 Powerhouse

    Today we sit down not with a person, but with an essential vitamin that’s revolutionising skincare routines worldwide: Vitamin B3, better known as Niacinamide. Often hailed as the unsung hero of skincare, Niacinamide has been a cornerstone ingredient in dr.NC's formulations for years. Let’s dive ...
  • Fed up with pigmentation and uneven skin tone?

    dr.NC Dermatologist’s tips to do this Summer! As summer approaches the temperature is rising, the days are getting longer, and the UV rays are more intense. The perfect fertiliser to activate and stimulate pigmentation in your skin. Pigmentation (think brown blotchy spots and dots in your skin)...
  • Top tips for maintaining your Spring glow

    As the seasons transition, and the days become longer and brighter (at long last), there’s also a change in temperature, humidity levels, and environmental factors. In winter we lose moisture from our skin, it becomes drier and more sensitive - a process known as osmosis) - which means ...