The Skin Nurse Blog
Under 30? Read this 🙂
Hi there, Thanks for jumping over here. Im guessing you've just read about my 'Over 30's only' policy and I want to explain it to you and give you some great tips. TBC...
The different types of Injectables I offer here in Teddington
Injectables are becoming increasingly popular, thanks to their ability to reduce the signs of aging and enhance natural beauty. But with so many different types of injectables available, it can be challenging to know which one is right for you. In this blog post,...
Tips for taking better photos of your skin, before a Skin Consultation or Assessment
If you have a upcoming skin consultation, taking good photos of your skin can be incredibly helpful to enable your skin specialist to properly evaluate your skin condition. Here are some tips to help you take better photos of your skin: 1: Use natural lighting:...
What is Actinic Keratosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is Actinic Keratosis? Actinic keratosis is a precancerous skin condition caused by long-term exposure to UV radiation from the sun. It is most commonly found on areas of the body that receive the most sun exposure, such as the face, hands, and arms. While actinic...
What is Solar Keratosis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment.
Solar keratosis, also known as a sunspot, is a small, scaly patch of skin caused by long-term exposure to UV radiation from the sun. They are most commonly found on areas of the body that receive the most sun exposure, such as the face, hands, and arms. Solar...
“Dissolving Dermal Fillers with Hyaluronidase: An Effective and Safe Solution”
Dermal fillers have become increasingly popular over the years as a way to enhance one's appearance by restoring volume to certain areas of the face. However, there are times when the results of dermal fillers may not be satisfactory, or the patient may experience...
The History of Botox
Botox is a brand of injectable treatment that is used to temporarily improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It is made from a purified form of the toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which is responsible for causing botulism. The history...
What is your skin type?
Determining your skin type is an important step in creating a skincare routine that will work best for you. There are several different factors that can affect your skin type, including genetics, hormones, and environmental factors. By understanding your skin type,...
What are the benefits of Botox?
Botox is a popular treatment for improving the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on the face, and it offers a number of benefits. Here are a few: Its quick and non-invasive: Botox treatment is typically quick and non-invasive, with minimal discomfort and no...
What is botox and how does it work?
Botox is an injectable treatment that is used to temporarily improve the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It is made from a purified form of the toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. When injected into a muscle, Botox works by inhibiting the...
Create your perfect Skincare routine
Create the Perfect Skincare Routine: How to Build a Personalized Skincare Regimen - Building a Personalized Skincare Routine: The Key to Glowing, Healthy Skin Assess Your Skin Type Determine whether your skin is oily, dry, combination, sensitive or normal Consider any...
Using Cryotherapy for lesion removal
Cryotherapy is a medical procedure that involves the use of extremely cold temperatures to destroy or remove abnormal tissue. This can be done using liquid nitrogen, which is applied to the affected area using a spray or probe. Cryotherapy is often used to treat a...
The Ultimate Guide to Caring for Teenage and Tweenage Skin: Tips, Tricks, and Expert Advice
As a parent, I know you want the best for your child, and that includes their skin. I get many questions about tween and teen skin, because, like you, I have a teen! I am very aware of (and frustrated by) the crazy 'hacks' and recommendations that our children are...
Scar care products: how to manage a scar after you’ve had a skin injury. A guide to scar care.
How to Reduce Scars: Tips and Tricks for Improving the Appearance and Health of Your Scars using scar care products Keep the Area Clean Clean the scar and surrounding area with a gentle cleanser and water Pat dry gently Protect the Scar from the Sun Use sunscreen with...
The Skin Treatment Competition
As a gesture to say Thank-You to my valued clients and customers I have created this competition for my customers only.Anyone who buys from me or has a treatment with me within the competition dates will automatically get entered into the prize draw to win a full skin...
10 Tips To Upgrade Your Winter Skincare Routine
It seems that all my clients are suffering with rough, dry, dull skin at the moment and my first instinct is to blame the winter season. However, I cant help but wonder if it’s worse this time because the past couple of years have taken its toll…. I mean, I know...
Who Shouldn’t Have Anti-Wrinkle Injections?
There are both Medical and Personal reasons why you shouldn’t have Botox injections. Botox injections are my most popular in-clinic treatment, and for good reason - the results are clear and they contribute to making people feel great again. If you're interested, you...
Check your Moles
Checking your moles is extremely important. Even though I specialise is aesthetics and injectables most of the time, I also have many years of Dermatology experience and will always encourage you to check your moles regularly. I have seen 100’s maybe thousands and...