Whilst genetic predisposition certainly plays a part in the health and appearance of our skin, environmental factors are just as responsible. Dr Holly Cole-Hawkins, Aesthetic Doctor at Waterhouse Young says: “Understanding the balance between our genes and the outside factors that affect our skin is the key to healthy skin, which means we can manage …
What is radiofrequency micro-needling? Micro-needling with radiofrequency is a minimally invasive treatment to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scarring and skin laxity. The addition of radiofrequency energy to the micro-needling procedure helps to further stimulate the body’s natural collagen and healing processes, revealing firmer, rejuvenated skin. There are many treatments on offer which use this …
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 …
Revive dry, pigmented and lacklustre skin With the weather starting to change as we move into the autumn season, you may notice the condition of your skin changing too. Where the summer was all about combating sweat, excess oil and shine, the cooler weather and use of central heating can cause the skin to feel …
Waterhouse Young’s Dr Saira Vasdev shares with Latest in Beauty her solutions for the most common skincare dilemmas. Acne Adult acne is a common complaint in premenopausal women and is also problematic for men who suffer with excess sebum production. It is important to treat active inflammatory acne as if left uncontrolled it can lead to scarring …