How does menopause affect your skin, hair and nails? Dr Naomi Potter explains what it does and what can help. Menopause is so much more than hot flushes and night sweats. There are more than 40 symptoms that signal declining oestrogen levels, and many affect our skin, hair and nails. As skin is the body’s largest organ it plays an important role in keeping us healthy, so it’s vital that we keep it in good condition. Here Harley Street Emporium’s Dr Naomi Potter, a London-based GP with a special interest in menopause, runs through some of the common skin symptoms she…
Dr Max Malik, MB ChB, PG Dip Derm, MBCAM, MRCPsych, has more than 20 years experience in medicine and is acknowledged as a leading expert Cosmetic Doctor, Aesthetic Dermatologist and Hair Restoration Surgeon. As well as consulting on aesthetic and dermatological treatments, Dr Malik runs a dedicated Hair Restoration Clinic at Cranley Clinic on Harley Street. It offers men and women with hair loss concerns a range of non-invasive and surgical treatment options including both the latest Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) and Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) techniques. Dr Malik also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Practical Dermatology (Cardiff) and…
Harley Street Emporium – Your Complete Aesthetics Guide Harley Street Emporium is your complete aesthetics guide. It’s a website where you can find a doctor, find information and buy the best anti-aging skin care products and the best acne products as well as information on how to treat various skin conditions. It features editorially independent information about skin care, skin conditions and cosmetic treatments. It also has a glossary of ingredients which tells consumers what each one does and if there are any safety concerns associated with them. It also has a shop section which showcases evidence-based products – mostly…
There’s so much more to Botox that just smoothing wrinkles. Dr Zara Kassam PhD looks at some sometimes surprising uses for this injectable. Botox was once treated as a taboo subject: Everyone knew about it, but no one admit to using it. Now things have changed—so much so that Botox is regularly the subject of conversation. Botox is best known for smoothing out wrinkles, and is derived from one of the deadliest toxins known to man, but this magical toxin has repeatedly stunned the medical community for its seemingly endless and applications ranging from treating chronic migraines to excessive sweating.…
Water – your skin needs it – but just how much should you drink? Dr Zara Kassam PhD finds out. We all know that water is vital for our health and our skin. Our bodies contain 55% to 78% water, depending on our size, and without it we’d only survive for a few days. Strangely however, there is no specific formula to calculate exactly how much water we should drink and that’s because our needs vary significantly depending on the temperature, humidity, activity levels and caffeine or alcohol intake. While it often said ‘let your thirst be your guide’ the UK’s…
About to head off on summer holiday? Top London aesthetics expert, Elizabeth Rimmer, gives her top skincare travel tips. As a nurse with years of experience in the aesthetics industry there are a few things Elizabeth Rimmer wouldn’t leave home without. Whether it’s a short hop to a sunny Mediterranean island or a long haul flight to somewhere more exotic, travel can take it’s toll on your skin. So, let see what she suggests to combat aircraft dehydration and to keep you protected once you arrive at your summer holiday destination. Inflight skin survival tips “Travelling on long haul flights…
We spend millions on supplements every year but when it comes to hair, skin and nails do they really work? Dr Hannah Sweilam finds out. Let’s talk about hair, skin and nail supplements. We’ve seen adverts that claim these supplements can promote healthy hair, glowing skin and strong nails, but is there scientific evidence to support these claims? Often these claims centre around the vitamin ‘biotin’ which is commonly included in these supplements and marketed as a go-to vitamin for beauty. Biotin is a B vitamin- also known as vitamin B7- and in common with other B vitamins, it helps…
Menopause: what does it do to our skin and how can we fight back? Heather Stephen finds out. Hot flushes, drenched in sweat, sheets on and sheets off all night long – sound familiar? No wonder mood swings are a common symptom of menopause – and all of this can go on for years. And if that weren’t bad enough, your skin seems to go south almost as fast as the rest of you. But there are things that can help. What is the menopause? The menopause is that time in our life when our oestrogen levels decline and our…
Are you feeling a bit achy and depressed? Is your skin suffering – slow to heal? It could be a lack of Vitamin D. Daniel Judd looks at why this vitamin is essential to our health and how to get it safely. Vitamin D is an important molecule that’s responsible for a range of things in your body from keeping your bones strong to boosting your immune system. And when it comes to your skin it helps control skin cell growth and plays a role in wound healing, reducing inflammation, protecting against sun damage and maintaining that all important skin…
Pregnant women often look like they’re ‘glowing’, but as consultant dermatologist Dr Justine Kluk explains, there’s a host of other things that can happen to your skin when you’re expecting. A radiant glow and a dewy complexion are part of that well known ‘pregnancy glow.’ How does it come about? Well, during pregnancy our blood volume is significantly increased and our sebaceous glands are stimulated to produce more natural oils or sebum. The net result for some women is glossier hair and a brighter skin tone, but, there are a multitude of other skin, hair and nail changes that can occur…
What should you eat if you’re concerned about aging or your skin in general? Christine Bailey, Nutrition Expert for The Harley Medical Group shares her top ten ‘superfoods’ so you can add them to your shopping trolley. Christine, an award winning nutritional therapist, chef, author and broadcaster, with over 18 years of experience, says these ingredients won’t just get your skin glowing, they’ll also help to address other skin concerns you may have. Let’s start with her top tips for aging: Bone Broth A popular trend in 2016. Bone broth looks like it will become one of the top foods…
You might have noticed your clinic has a psychologist on the team. Heather Stephen finds out why they are becoming more common and why you might need one. The link between stress and skin has been known for centuries but it is only over the last 20 years that scientists have really understood the mechanics behind the mind/body connection. We now know that hormones like adrenaline and cortisol which are released when we are anxious can lead to inflammation and lower immunity and aggravate conditions like psoriasis, acne, dermatitis and alopecia. Dr Shawn Talbott, a Fellow of the American Institute…
We all know that exercise is great for your mind and body but did you know it’s brilliant for acne too? Heather Stephen finds out why. You would love a workout but are put off because you worry it will trigger your skin to break out in zits? There are circumstances where heavy exercise can aggravate certain conditions, but for the vast majority of cases the benefits to the skin far out weigh any negatives, especially when it comes to acne. ‘People with acne can be nervous about exercising but there is no evidence it makes spots worse. In fact exercise…
Lose weight fast, nourish your nails and skin, and banish cellulite forever. These are just some of the claims proponents of detox diets make. Heather Stephen finds out the claims stack up when it comes to skin health. The concept behind detoxification is that we need to rid the body of harmful substances every now and then to stay healthy and look good. Detox diets last from one day to a month and can involve fasting, juicing, herbal potions, cutting out wheat and dairy, avoiding caffeine and alcohol or eating a limited range of foods. Endorsed by celebrities and promoted all over…
Your baby’s skin is precious so what products are safe to use? Rosie Taylor looks at the latest research. From baby washes, to moisturisers and even baby massage oils, there are so many baby skincare products these days that choosing which to use on your child can be overwhelming. Type “baby skin” into pharmacist Boots’ online shop, for example, and you’ll find 173 products on sale. But just because products are being sold in high street stores by reputable brands, doesn’t mean you can automatically assume they are safe for your baby. Scientists have warned that while these products have passed…
Harley Street Emporium is a website where you can find skincare products, a doctor, find information on perimenopause and menopause, women’s health, and skincare. We feature the best anti-aging skin care products and the best acne products as well as information on how to treat various skin conditions. Consumers can also book with some of the UK’s best menopause doctors, plastic surgeons, dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners. Harley Street Emporium features editorially independent information about skin care, skin conditions, and treatments. The site also features a glossary of ingredients telling consumers what each one does and if there are any safety…
