Hormonal Acne Causes and Treatment Acne is a common skin condition that affects many people around the world and many people develop acne when there are changes in the hormonal…
What Causes Pregnancy Acne and How Can You Treat It? Pregnancy is one of the most special times in a woman’s life. But with pregnancy comes hormonal changes which can…
Acne home remedies are often used to treat your acne in the comfort of your own home, prior to visiting a GP or dermatologist. Often, home remedies are used as…
Frustrated with acne, we’ll often seek whatever help for treatment that we can. This will range from home remedies including organic ingredients like honey and cinnamon face masks to lemon…
ACNE - THE MOST COMMON SKIN CONDITION IN THE WORLD Acne affects over 85% of the world’s population. A skin condition that is extremely prominent amongst teenagers and adults up…
THE POWER OF WATER - THE BEST DRINK IN THE WORLD Water is the most important drink we can consume. Given that 60% of the human body is made up…
If you’re bothered by your acne scars, then you might be considering having laser treatment to get rid of them. However, will the results of this treatment actually last? Read…
What is cystic acne and how is it different from normal acne? Cystic acne is the most severe type of acne skin condition. It is an uncommon form of acne…
If you have a skin problem then you might want to see a dermatologist to find out what’s wrong or to get specialist care. It’s easy to make an appointment…
Skin cancer awareness month takes place every May with the aim of raising awareness of the dangers of unprotected sun exposure and educating on the ways skin cancer can be…
Dr Adam Friedmann offers his expert advice on keeping skin protected from the sun, how to treat sunburn and whether it is possible to tan safely. WHAT DO I DO…
Dermatologist Recommended Acne Treatments Acne affects around 50 million of the world's population and is most prevalent in adolescence, especially in the mid-teenage years when hormones begin to change and…
Do acne laser treatments work? A guide to acne laser treatments. Acne is still one of the most prominent skin conditions in the globe. In fact, 95% of adolescents between…
A mole is a coloured spot on the skin which is made up of a cluster of cells known as melanocytes which are responsible for producing the pigment in your…
What we eat and drink can have a dramatic impact on our health, so it’s hardly surprising there are so many stories online about people who claim to have cured…
Understanding your skin type is really important for a variety of both cosmetic and health reasons, from choosing the right skincare regime to identifying skin conditions you may be more…
Who needs sun cream? Everyone. Sun cream helps prevent skin cancer by protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. All of us can get skin cancer, regardless…
You may have heard of the term ‘Consultant Dermatologist’ but not really known exactly what they do or what the benefits of seeing one are. Here we will explain what…
Skin conditions can affect anyone but men are more likely to be affected by preventable conditions such as skin cancer because they are less likely to take steps to look…
Sweating is one of the ways that our bodies can get rid of excess heat. We usually sweat when we are in a warm place or if we’ve heated our…
The skin is the largest and most visible organ in the body so it can often reveal warning signs of underlying health problems that need to be treated. Your skin…
Hormones are chemical messengers that coordinate the activities of all the different cells and tissues in our bodies. The hormone produced by one tiny gland can circulate throughout our bodies…
Winter weather can take a heavy toll on our skin. We are constantly stepping between the warm, heated rooms indoors and the cold, dry air outside. We also tend to…
Our diet can have a significant impact on all aspects of our health so eating well is an important part of looking after our hair. Nutritional supplements are one of…
Acne is a very common problem, especially for teenagers and young adults in their 20s. However, it doesn’t affect everyone equally. Some teenagers have very clear skin with just the…
What we eat can have a dramatic impact on our health, so it’s hardly surprising that there are so many stories online about people who claim to have cured their…
Actinic keratoses are a relatively common skin condition that will affect 1 in 5 of us at some point in our lives. Since they occur as a result of gradual…
Skin allergies are a growing problem for children in the UK, but why are they becoming more common? (more…)
Skin problems are often one of the first signs of type 2 diabetes that people notice, because they can be easier to spot than the other symptoms. If you have…
Moles are usually harmless, but these small dark spots on our skin can sometimes develop into a type of skin cancer known as melanoma. Melanoma can be very serious if…
Basal Cell Carcinoma or BCC is the most common type of skin cancer in the UK, but is it getting more common and what can you do to reduce the…
If you’re planning to see a private dermatologist in London then you’ll want to make sure that you choose the right clinic. The Harley Street Dermatology Clinic specialises in skin…
Acne is more than just having one or two pimples from time to time. It’s a chronic skin condition that can be emotionally painful, due to the persistence and visibility…
Eczema is a skin condition with multiple different causes that can cause a wide range of symptoms. While there’s no cure for eczema, people with this skin condition can get…
Skin cancer is the fifth most common cancer in the UK. There are other kinds of skin cancer, that are less common than melanoma. Each kind of skin cancer produces…
Rashes can happen at any time of the year, but there are some allergens and irritants that we’re more likely to encounter in summer. If you have allergies or sensitive…
As soon as the weather starts getting brighter, it’s tempting to run outside and bask in the sunshine while we have it. However, if you want to look after your…
Mohs micrographic surgery is a surgical technique that can be used to remove certain kinds of growth from your skin. (more…)
If you’ve got a rash then you might be worried about what it means for your health. Being diagnosed with a serious-sounding condition such as molluscum contagiosum can just make…
Psoriasis can affect your body in lots of different ways. It can also affect the joints, causing a condition called psoriatic arthritis. (more…)
You might not have heard of Basal Cell Carcinoma before, but it is actually the most common form of skin cancer in the UK. About 80% of the people who…
Laser acne treatment can help to reduce the appearance of acne scars, but the results can depend on a lot of different factors. The treatment can’t make a scar disappear…
The cold, dark, windy and wet winter months can herald difficult times for people with eczema. The colder temperatures lead us to switch on the central heating, wear warmer clothes…
Monday 29th of October is World Psoriasis Day and to mark it we would like to increase awareness of the condition, dispel some myths and make people aware of different…
Phototherapy is a treatment that uses UV light to relieve inflammation and other symptoms of skin conditions. You might be aware that it is the UV in sunlight that can…
Getting rid of your spots doesn’t always result in perfect skin. Some of us are left with scars after our acne has cleared up. You might need some extra treatment…
Freckles are very common, but not everyone has them. Those of us that do may only have a few or may have lots of them, especially on areas that get…
Stress can have a significant impact on our bodies. One of the ways that it can affect you is by increasing the amount of hair you lose or preventing your…
The Harley Street Dermatology Clinic has successfully launched the patch testing services and facility, on our new state of the art ground floor suite. Why look at having patch testing…
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