Here, the experts at WY’s skin clinic in London explain why you should take Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to practice self-care and de-stress your skin. Valentine’s Day is meant to be an occasion for you to express to your loved ones just how much they mean to you – but this Valentine’s Day, you …
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For many women, the menopause can be a time of uncertainty as the body enters a new phase. In addition to classic symptoms such as hot flashes and mood swings, women going through the menopause are likely to experience significant changes in the quality of their skin. With so much information available online, it can …
In May of this year, I was invited to an event to learn about ProLon, a Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) which uses a specially designed food programme to keep the body in a fasting state. At WY, we’re keen to investigate anything which can enhance our life spans and age us more healthily – it’s …
During sunnier, warmer months, protecting against sun spots and hyperpigmentation is a hot topic … but if you’ve been slathering on the SPF and shielding your skin from the sun’s rays and you’re still noticing dark patches of skin, you could be suffering from a different concern: melasma. Though melasma is characterised by dark ‘stains’ …
The change of season means warmer weather, blooming flowers and more time spent outdoors—but for many people, it also means that rosacea flare-ups are at their peak. Rosacea is particularly prone to aggravation during the springtime, and at Waterhouse Young, we notice a higher occurrence of rosacea and skin redness in our clients as spring rolls in. …
Read moreRoses, Not Rosacea: Treating Skin Redness in the Springtime
As in so many areas of life, when it comes to skin care, men and women have very different needs – and with more and more men seeking aesthetic treatments, the dermatological and aesthetic requirements of men are increasingly being recognised. Indeed, men have their own set of skin concerns and require uniquely tailored regimes …
Retinol is an increasingly popular ingredient in skincare, and for good reason – it works. With decades of scientific research proving its effectiveness, many call retinol the industry’s gold standard ingredient for ageing skin, acne, sun damaged skin, uneven pigmentation and more. But many first-time retinol users give up on the product before they ever …
Whether you’re busy with work or dealing with difficult relationships, you probably notice when stress is taking a toll on your emotional health. But how does stress affect your skin? A recent survey shows that almost 30% of women believe stress and anxiety is the most significant cause of their ageing skin. Here, the aesthetic team at …
It’s easy to blame ageing skin and wrinkles on genetics, but biologically determined factors are just a small part of the story when it comes to skin ageing. In fact, one study found that UV exposure alone is responsible for 80% of visible facial ageing signs. UV exposure is one of several triggers that cause atmospheric …
When you consider what comprises a fresh, youthful look, one of the features you undoubtedly think of is a luscious pout—but as we age, the lips begin to decrease in volume. Why do lips lose their fullness, and how can you restore your plump pout? WY’s expert aesthetic doctors reveal everything you need to know …
Read moreLips Don’t Lie – Maintaining a Plump, Youthful Pout