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  • The Silent Skin Damager...Blue Light

    Why Tinted SPF is a daily essential! You can’t see it, you can’t feel it …but this is how blue light silently affects your skin. We all know the damaging impact of UVA UVB on our skin when it comes to skin ageing and increasing our risk of skin cancer. But did you know visible light (one wavelen...
  • 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...
  • The best skincare tips for winter – say goodbye to dull, dry skin!

    What are the best skincare tips during Winter? Winter doesn’t have to mean dull, dry and lifeless skin! The cold weather takes a toll on our skin therefore adaptive skincare is essential. The drop in humidity levels in our environment results in more moisture loss from our skin, a process known a...
  • PAIR THESE INGREDIENTS FOR THE ULTIMATE GLOWING SKIN...

    CHOOSING THE BEST SKINCARE INGREDIENTS TO INTEGRATE TOGETHER INTO YOUR DAILY ROUTINE IS A LOT LIKE CRAFTING THE PERFECT RECIPE.  DERMATOLOGIST DR NATASHA COOK EXPLAINS….. In a world of information overload, often delivered by unqualified people who think they are an expert just because they have...
  • A dermatologist busts skincare myths

    A dermatologist explains what not to do when it comes to skincare Skincare