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Skin Conditions
Acne cosmetica is a mild, persistent form of acne triggered by the use of cosmetic products
Acne mechanica is a type of acne caused by friction, heat, pressure, or repetitive rubbing of the skin
Acne scarring is the marking left on the skin after a spot or acne breakout has healed.
Actinic keratosis (AK), also known as solar keratosis, is a rough, scaly skin patch caused by long-term sun exposure.
Adult Acne is the term used to describe a growing phenomenon of people in their late 20s, 30s and even 40s and 50s getting spots.
As we age, our skin becomes less firm and gravity takes its toll, causing wrinkles and sagging skin.
Back acne, commonly called “bacne”, is acne that develops on the back, shoulders, and sometimes chest.
Birthmarks are benign (non-cancerous) skin markings that are present at birth or develop shortly after
Broken capillaries are tiny, dilated vessels which are visible on the surface of the skin and are usually red or purple in appearance.
Blackheads are known medically as comedones and are caused when our pores are only partially blocked.
Broken veins are small, dilated blood vessels which are visible on the surface of the skin and are usually red or purple in appearance.
Crow’s Feet are the fine lines that appear around the eyes because the skin around our eyes creases when we smile or laugh.
Dermatitis is a general term for inflammation of the skin, causing redness, irritation, and sometimes blisters or scaling
Dull skin refers to skin that lacks radiance, appears tired, uneven, or lacklustre, and may have a rough texture or uneven tone.
Eczema, also called atopic dermatitis, is a chronic skin condition that causes redness, inflammation, itchiness, and dryness
Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterised by excessive sweating beyond what the body needs for temperature regulation.
Facial thread veins, also called spider veins or telangiectasia, are small, visible blood vessels just beneath the skin
Fine lines usually form around the eyes (crows feet and laughter lines) and mouth (marionette lines, lip lines and smoker’s lines) as a result of facial expressions.
Forehead lines are horizontal wrinkles that appear across the forehead due to muscle movement, ageing, and environmental factors
Freckles are a type of harmless skin pigmentation that is inherited/genetic rather than a sign of sun damage.
Gram Negative Folliculitis is a type of bacteria infection that can be mistaken for a rash or acne.
The word “hemangioma” literally means “blood vessel tumour” although they are completely benign.
Hormonal acne is acne triggered by fluctuations in hormone levels, particularly androgens
Hypertrophic Scars are a type of thick red scar that is raised from the surface of the skin.
Ice pick scars are a type of acne scar, which are characterised by their “pitted” appearance, resembling puncture marks.
Keloid scars are lumpy, red, raised scars that have grown bigger than the original wound that is healing.
Laughter lines, also called smile lines or nasolabial folds, are the creases that appear around the mouth and eyes when we smile or laugh
Leg thread veins (also called spider veins or telangiectasia) are small, thin blood vessels visible under the skin’s surface.
When we refer to skin tone, we are usually referring to the luminosity and evenness of complexion.
One of the side effects of ageing is that the levels of hyaluronic acid and collagen in our skin deplete.
“Lumps and bumps” is a general term for raised areas or swellings that develop on or under the skin.
Melasma is the term used to describe the formation of irregular hormonal pigmentation on the skin.
Melasma is the term used to describe the formation of irregular hormonal pigmentation on the skin.
Milia are small, white, pearl-like spots that are usually found on the face. They are also known as ‘milk spots’ as they are common in babies. Milia are filled with the protein Keratin and are complete.
Moles (also called nevi) are common skin growths made up of pigment-producing cells (melanocytes).
Neck lines, sometimes called “tech neck” lines or horizontal neck wrinkles”, are creases or wrinkles that appear across the neck
Nose-to-mouth lines, also known as nasolabial folds, are the creases that run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth.
Abnormal skin pigmentation, also known as hyperpigmentation, occurs when there is an excess production of melanin, the pigment that gives our skin, hair and eyes their colour.
Pityrosporum Folliculitis is a rash-like condition that affects the hair follicle and is caused by a type of yeast.
Plane Warts are a type of infectious wart caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). This means they are extremely contagious.
Poikiloderma is the term used to describe a skin condition which is characterised by brown patches of pigmentation combined with skin redness, caused by broken blood vessels.
Excessive hair growth (particularly on the face), acne flare-ups and a sudden or hard-to-shift weight gain could be a sign of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune skin condition that causes rapid skin cell turnover, leading to red, scaly patches
Sebotrheic Warts are dark, wart like growths which appear on the skin. They are completely harmless, but can be considered unsightly.
Skin redness and flushing can simply be caused by an increase in body temperature, emotions (such as embarrassment or anger) or an underlying condition such as Rosacea.
Skin tags (also called acrochordons) are small, soft, benign growths of skin that hang off the body.
Solar Keratosis, also known as Actinic Keratosis, is a skin condition linked to sun damage.
Spider Naevi get their name from their ‘spider line’ appearance. They are small clusters of dilated blood vessels on the surface of the skin.
Spots are a common skin concern that appear as small, raised bumps, often red, inflamed, or filled with pus.
Staphylococci Folliculitis is an infection of the hair follicles. It is fairly common, and is caused by the bacteria Staphylococci.
Sun damage (also called photoaging or photodamage) refers to the long-term effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun (or tanning beds) on the skin
Thin lips are lips that naturally appear narrow, less full, or lacking volume. They can also develop over time due to ageing
Under-eye wrinkles are fine lines, creases, or folds that develop beneath the eyes. They are a normal part of ageing, but can also appear prematurely due to lifestyle or environmental factors.
Verrucas (also called plantar warts) are small, rough growths that appear on the soles of the feet
A weak chin (also called receding or under-projected chin) refers to a chin that appears less prominent in relation to the rest of the face.
A weak chin (also called receding or under-projected chin) refers to a chin that appears less prominent in relation to the rest of the face.
A weak chin (also called receding or under-projected chin) refers to a chin that appears less prominent in relation to the rest of the face.
A weak chin (also called receding or under-projected chin) refers to a chin that appears less prominent in relation to the rest of the face.