Supporting awareness of skin changes during pregnancy
I recently contributed to and featured in a public education post shared by the British Skin Foundation, focusing on the skin changes that commonly occur during pregnancy and when they may require specialist input. Pregnancy brings significant hormonal, immune, and vascular
Plagued by sweaty pits or always have a sula? What the location of your sweat can reveal about your health
I contributed to a national article on what different types of sweating can mean for your health I was recently asked to contribute my dermatology expertise to a national health article exploring what the location and pattern of sweating can tell
Navigating melasma: A guide for women of colour and menopausal skin
April 2024. Article written for the British Skin Foundation. Full article HERE! What is melasma? Melasma, a common skin condition characterised by brown or greyish-brown patches on the face, can pose unique challenges for individuals with darker skin tones. In this blog post,
Skin, hair and nail changes in menopause: a dermatologist’s guide
August 2024, This is a podcast I did with leading Menopause doctor, Dr Louise Newson on the skin, hair and nail changes in menopause: https://www.balance-menopause.com/menopause-library/skin-hair-and-nail-changes-in-menopause-a-dermatologists-guide/ The full interview can be found HERE!
The Menowashing Mirage: How to spot and avoid misleading menopause products
From an article written for the British Skin Foundation, July 2024 In recent years the menopause has taken the spotlight with more women and healthcare professionals highlighting the impact of the menopause on women’s lives. Though this is a fantastic breakthrough
Skin and the Menopause Publications
I am delighted to announce that I have now have had 4 academic papers publised on the effect of the menopause on the skin. Our research highlights suprisingly little research to date in this important area. We believe that the
