About Vitiligo Vitiligo is a skin disorder where areas of the skin lose their pigmentation, leaving well-demarcated white patches. The armpits, groin, face and hands are sites commonly affected. Vitiligo may also occur at sites of the skin where Continue Reading
Moisturising the Skin
A moisturiser is designed to make the outermost layer of the skin (the epidermis) softer, by increasing the level of hydration at the site it is applied. Not all moisturisers are formulated in the same way and it is possible to cause more harm than Continue Reading
What is Cosmetic Dermatology?
Cosmetic dermatology is a specialised field of dermatology that focuses on procedures that improve appearance of the skin, particularly on the face and neck. It is also known as aesthetic dermatology or aesthetic medicine. Cosmetic dermatology goes Continue Reading
Nail Fungus
An untreated fungal growth in the nails can be significantly problematic. A fungus can affect not only the nail itself, but can also cause damage to the entire nail area, including the nail bed and matrix. Nail tinea can cause the nails to become Continue Reading
Photodamage
If you have spent any time outdoors without sunblock, your skin has probably experienced some form of photodamage. This occurs when sunlight strikes our unprotected skin and the different wavelengths (mainly ultraviolet radiation) make permanent Continue Reading