by Michelle October | May 6, 2025 | Skincare
Hyperpigmentation is a prevalent skin concern, especially in South Africa, due to sun exposure (which exacerbates the visibility) and melanin-rich skin types (which are more prone). However, advancements in skincare have provided targeted solutions backed by...
by Women's Health | Apr 11, 2025 | Skincare
If you’re prone to breakouts, you’ll be all too familiar with the all-consuming, unpleasant thoughts that often come with an angry red spot. After all, nothing saps your confidence quite like waking up with a new pimple on your face – especially on an...
by Women's Health | Dec 3, 2024 | Health
Itching to give your pasty skin a little colour? Here’s what goes on when you step outside without protection… and what to do if you feel the burn. You slip into your bikini Your skin is the colour it is because of melanin, pigment molecules produced by...
by Women's Health | Nov 5, 2024 | Physical Health
Yoga mats. Shower floors. Dumbbells. You could be exposing your skin to a host of germs while you’re going for #gains (Eeeeeew!). Here, dermatologist Dr Dagmar Whitaker gives the low-down on how to treat the common skin problems you can pick up at the gym. Warts...
by Michelle October | Sep 25, 2024 | Skincare
Dull, dry winter skin is a truly unfortunate offshoot from the season of cosiness, frothy lattes and rainy evenings by the fire. It’s even worse when dry air saps moisture from eczema-prone skin, making things more sensitive. But come warmer months,...
