Nurse reveals her skin is peeling off and her face is bruised from PPE

An intensive care nurse has revealed her daily struggle working for the NHS in the fight against coronavirus. Jennifer McDowall, 27, who works as a Critical Care Nurse at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust has shared a series of videos showing her skin peeling off, her faced bruised from PPE, and her anguish at being … Read more

Can gel manicures give you skin cancer? Top dermatologist explains

Gel manicures dry instantly, are resilient to chips, and last up to a month – weeks longer than a standard paint job.  However, those glossy, strong tips may come with risks – such as infections, aging skin, and skin cancer.  Studies on gel manicures are scant, largely given that technique varies wildly between salons.  But … Read more

Don’t miss your eyelids when you apply sun cream or risk getting skin cancer, warn academics

Don’t miss your eyelids when you apply sun cream or risk getting skin cancer, warn academics Researchers discovered that vulnerable areas of skin are often missed  This could be leaving people at risk of skin cancer, academics warned Skin cancer is on the rise despite global initiatives to increase SPF use  By Kate Pickles Health … Read more

It’s Mr Moisturiser! Keir Starmer reveals how his skin is as smooth as his reputation… 

It’s Mr Moisturiser! ‘Next Labour leader’ Keir Starmer reveals how his skin is as smooth as his reputation… Keir Starmer uses moisturiser daily  and reveals his local pub is his ‘church’ His Left-wing parents named him after Labour’s first leader Keir Hardie  He said he may have been model for Colin Firth character in Bridget Jones Diary … Read more

It’s Mr Moisturiser! Keir Starmer reveals how his skin is as smooth as his reputation… 

It’s Mr Moisturiser! ‘Next Labour leader’ Keir Starmer reveals how his skin is as smooth as his reputation… Keir Starmer uses moisturiser daily  and reveals his local pub is his ‘church’ His Left-wing parents named him after Labour’s first leader Keir Hardie  He said he may have been model for Colin Firth character in Bridget Jones Diary … Read more

Beware of SPF moisturisers: Creams do not protect against skin cancer as well as sunscreen

Many women rely on SPF moisturisers to keep their skin hydrated, reduce their risk of cancer and keep them looking young. But a study suggests these lotions may fail to protect us against skin cancer. Researchers from the UK suggest 16.6 per cent of the face is missed when we apply creams with added SPF. … Read more

Scientists find ‘missing link’ in allergic reactions to popular skin creams 

Scientists have discovered a specific protein that triggers allergic reactions when it comes into contact with fragrances common in cosmetic products.   It can send immune cells into overdrive when people use skin creams, body washes, lotions, shampoos – and even toothpastes. The breakthrough could help stem soaring cases of rashes, lumps, blisters, itchy eyes and … Read more

Mother reveals her horror after a scratch on her skin left her contracting a flesh-eating bug

A mother-of-four has revealed how she was left battling for her life after a break on her skin caused by a scratch left her contracting a flesh-eating bug.  Liz Hewat, 51, from Chisholm, Victoria, whose terrifying ordeal began when she scratched at the red bumps on her skin, was rushed to Canberra Hospital where her … Read more

Mother reveals her horror after a scratch on her skin left her contracting a flesh-eating bug

A mother-of-four has revealed how she was left battling for her life after a break on her skin caused by a scratch left her contracting a flesh-eating bug.  Liz Hewat, 51, from Chisholm, Victoria, whose terrifying ordeal began when she scratched at the red bumps on her skin, was rushed to Canberra Hospital where her … Read more