How to be sun-smart: All you need to know about sunscreen
The sun’s out and everyone is heading to the beach in their masses. Unfortunately, it’s not all fun in the sun. The sun is extremely potent this time of year and since most people are spending time...
View ArticleCosmeceutical Connection: Is it pioneering and skin-caring?
Some are inclined to consider the term cosmeceutical to be a new (and controversy-laden) one, yet it was coined as early as the 1970’s by the American dermatologist, Albert Kligman. The term was useful...
View ArticleLaser Therapy: the beauty and the benefits
While laser treatment for skin improvements sounds a rather radical step to take, it has grown to become one of the most advanced skin rejuvenation treatments available and is effective in reducing or...
View ArticleSkin Cancer: Causes for Concern
South Africa is a sunny country – and we love it! Being out and about in the sun is good, right? Healthy fresh air and plenty Vitamin D for those bones! However, there is a darker side to the sun...
View ArticleThe value of Botulinum Toxin and injectables
Ageing brings with it some wonderful gifts, like gained wisdom, skills and insights, but it is not kind on the skin. The natural collagen and elastin in it diminishes, it becomes increasingly dry and...
View ArticleThe Role of fillers in Age Prevention
By now, the merciful miracle of dermal fillers that reduce the signs of ageing is common knowledge. An added bonus of far deeper significance, both literally and in the figurative sense, is that dermal...
View ArticleMohs Surgery – Conquering Skin Cancer
Mohs Surgery, named after the surgeon who originally established and evolved it in 1938, is microscopically controlled surgery used to remove cancer cells from the skin and is especially valued for its...
View ArticleImpact of VAT increase on Medical Schemes
The increase in the rate of Value Added Tax (from 14% – 15%) came into effect on 1 April 2018. Medical schemes are expected to absorb the increase on behalf of its members, but the 1 % increase has an...
View ArticleAcne – Block or Ban the Blemish on your Life
Acne – Block or Ban the Blemish on your Life Defeatist though this might sound, there is no cure for this common affliction that mars and, in severe cases, can even disfigure the face of a sufferer....
View ArticleTreating Fungus in Fingernails
Many people forget that fingernails are the frontline of appearance. After your face, your hands and fingernails are the next thing on display that people will notice. Generally, keeping your nails in...
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