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Light Treatment for Active Acne

Until recently, topical preparations and oral medications, including antibiotics, have been used almost exclusively to combat acne. Now laser & light-based technologies and photodynamic therapy had been shown to improve…

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Can Ethnicity and Where You Live Affect the Condition of Your Skin?
30 Apr 2026

Can Ethnicity and Where You Live Affect the Condition of Your Skin?

It sure can! Here, we delve into some research that outlines the key causes of acne across the world.

LED Light Therapy Explained: Healing Benefits for Your Skin
29 Jul 2025

LED Light Therapy Explained: Healing Benefits for Your Skin

Discover how light-based treatments like LED and laser therapy are transforming skin health, promoting healing, and enhancing aesthetic results.

Say Goodbye to Acne Scars with Advanced Laser Treatments
11 Jul 2025

Say Goodbye to Acne Scars with Advanced Laser Treatments

What causes acne scars, the different scar types and the range of laser treatments available to help you say goodbye to your scars for good.

The Truth Behind Trending Acne Treatments – And What Actually Works
6 Jun 2025

The Truth Behind Trending Acne Treatments – And What Actually Works

From TikTok fads to #AcnePositivity, acne is front and centre in beauty culture — but how much of it actually works?

Managing Menopausal Acne: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions
31 Jan 2025

Managing Menopausal Acne: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions

Menopausal acne is an unwelcome surprise for many women who thought they had left their acne-prone years behind, so what can you do about it?

Everything You Need to Know About LED Masks
1 Nov 2024

Everything You Need to Know About LED Masks

Are we being misled about LED masks? Are we at risk of substandard companies flooding the market with ineffective, unsafe and unregulated products?

Behind the Mask - Everything You Need to Know About LED
8 Oct 2024

Behind the Mask - Everything You Need to Know About LED

LED vs laser: Do LED face masks work, or are they just an expensive gimmick?

Overcoming Adult Acne
6 Oct 2024

Overcoming Adult Acne

Struggling with adult acne? You’re not alone! Discover expert tips and treatments to help you regain clear, healthy skin.

What Is Melasma?
23 Sep 2024

What Is Melasma?

Melasma is a common skin condition where brown or dark patches of pigmentation develop and can impact the quality of life of those who suffer from it.

Bye Bye Acne! Is This Test the Answer to Getting Rid of Acne?
3 May 2024

Bye Bye Acne! Is This Test the Answer to Getting Rid of Acne?

This expert skin doctor is raving about this breakthrough acne test: Here’s why!

Say Goodbye to Rosacea Flare-Ups: Tried and Tested Solutions
2 Apr 2024

Say Goodbye to Rosacea Flare-Ups: Tried and Tested Solutions

We ask a skin expert how to unlock the secrets to relieving rosacea with tried and tested methods...

Why Do Men Get Acne?
11 Nov 2022

Why Do Men Get Acne?

Men: If you’re dealing with acne as an adult, you’re not alone. Dr Sam Robson is a skin expert and has everything you need to say goodbye to acne.

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad
27 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad

Sun, sea, sand and surgery... Should I abroad for cosmetic surgery or treatment? It’s easy to be tempted by the idea but sadly, it’s not always as easy.

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask
12 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask

If you're seeking out a clinic for any kind of cosmetic treatment. You need to ask your practitioner these important questions...

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?
27 Jul 2022

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?

Let Consulting Room safely guide you through the process of gathering information about surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments and products.

What Is Red Light Therapy, and How Does It Work?
18 Mar 2022

What Is Red Light Therapy, and How Does It Work?

The definitive checklist for everything you need to know about Red Light Therapy from a top Doctor...

Looking for a Laser Clinic in Wales? What You Need to Know
20 Oct 2016

Looking for a Laser Clinic in Wales? What You Need to Know

if you live in Wales, the Healthcare Inspectorate of Wales has made it a lot easier to protect yourself from unscrupulous cosmetic cowboys.

Dermalux Led Light Therapy: Here Comes The Science Bit...
28 Jul 2016

Dermalux Led Light Therapy: Here Comes The Science Bit...

Let's talk about the science behind the Dermalux Led Light Therapy and how it can help you get glowing skin.

Acne Trial Shows Improvement Using Blue Light Therapy
20 Jun 2013

Acne Trial Shows Improvement Using Blue Light Therapy

Acne affects 80% of people at some point in their lives and is the commonest skin condition that people consult their doctor about.

Pain Survey Data - Expected Versus Actual Pain
14 Sep 2011

Pain Survey Data - Expected Versus Actual Pain

At MediZen, we chose to undertake an audit to assess patients' expected discomfort with actual discomfort levels when undergoing a cosmetic procedure.

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters
20 Aug 2010

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters

There is no question that most celebrities have had a helping hand in the looks department - From lips to breasts, whether they admit it or not, celebs love cosmetic enhancements!

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