Why Does Alopecia Happen?

Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. It refers to a symptom, rather than a specific condition, so it isn’t possible to identify a single, specific cause of alopecia. It is necessary to first identify the type of hair loss that is happening, so that you can get the right treatment and advice from […]

Adult acne: what causes it and what can you do about it?

Adult Acne – Causes and Treatment There are many things we all miss about being a teenager – not having to worry about rent or bills, staying up late and being able to sleep until noon, having seemingly endless amounts of energy – but one thing we definitely don’t pine after is the acne many […]

Why the Red Face?

Red Face Causes In the last few weeks, a new drug to treat facial redness has received approval for use in the UK.  The drug brimonidine (Mirvaso®, Galderma ) has traditionally been used in the treatment of the eye condition glaucoma. The drug causes constriction of blood vessels and appears in the form of a […]