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The dangers of home use devices

Warning issued over home use of peels and skincare devices as industry experts see a rise in burns and scarring. Beauty industry experts have issued a warning to consumers about the risks of doing certain skin care treatments at home. Chemical peels, derma rollering and tinting eye lashes and eye brows are among the procedures a panel of 25 industry experts have identified as causing serious and even permanent skin damage when used at home. Scarring, burns and allergic reactions are just some of the skin problems they are seeing as more and more people buy home treatments online. Chemical…

Eyelash serums: can they really make your lashes luscious?

We spend £130 m a year on mascara but could that industry be under threat with the arrival of Latisse, a prescription only eyelash growth serum? Dr Zara Kassam explains what it is and how it works. While the definition of beauty varies over time and from culture to culture, the eyes in particular are recognised as important contributors to our perception of physical beauty. Since ancient times, women have strived to possess long, thick, and dark eyelashes. Protuberant eyelashes are often considered a sign of beauty and can be associated with increased levels of attractiveness, confidence, and well-being and…