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Collagen is a structural protein found in all connective tissues throughout the body. It provides strength and flexibility to tendons, joints and to the skin. Studies show that taking an oral colla...

GP Dr Anna Porter explains what happens during the perimenopause, when oestrogen levels start to drop and there is a relative imbalance between the reproductive hormones. Many women start to notice...

“I'm confused! What’s the difference between protein supplements and collagen supplements? And are both important?” It is so confusing these days when you walk into a health food shop. You’re b...

Nutrition journal Nutrients published the largest independent, systematic review yet of data collected on collagen in skincare. Study reveals the positive effects of hydrolyzed collagen supplementa...

Why do we need to use Sun protection?  The sun emits rays. UVA and UVB rays penetrate the Earths atmosphere and can interact with and damage your skin. UVA is particularly bad for ageing of the ski...

April is Rosacea Awareness Month... So it is the perfect time to write a feature on Rosacea care.  Rosacea is a skin condition that causes redness, flushing, blushing, turning red and inflam...

Dr Johanna Ward is a multi-award-winning doctor, skincare columnist, published author and the Founder of ZENii. Since Skin Fusion recently launched in the United Arab Emirates, she was invited ...

Autumn is well underway, and the change of seasons means it’s time to finally say goodbye to your summer skincare routine. Anyone with acne prone or sensitive skin will be well attuned to the fact ...

Sun, Sea and unfortunately….Sunburn. Yes, the summer months are in full swing and the hot weather and sunny holidays are thankfully once again a part of normal life. Whilst the sun brings the skin ...

Do you have patches of ‘problem pigmentation’? A common skin complaint in Dermatology and General Practice, particularly affecting women, is that of irregular skin pigmentation. Melasma is one of t...

For millions of people all over the world, acne can be devastating. It can scar and disfigure, and the knock-on effect of living with it - often through the most unstable, sensitive years of adoles...

By Dr Anna Porter As we all know, some stress is unavoidable in life.Short, manageable bursts of stress (and stress hormones) are part of our evolutionary makeup – our crucial ‘fight or flight’ res...