Skin, nail and hair health – articles and advice
Acné
Features on skin care, nail health and hair conditions, with practical lifestyle advice. For structured detail, see our Patient Information Leaflets on skin, nail and hair health.
Acné
Spots, blackheads, and blemishes can affect confidence. Learn what causes acne and discover treatments that can help clear your skin.
- Could your face mask be causing your acne?
- What it's really like to live with rosacea
- Is there a link between diet and acne?
- Pregnancy acne: why it happens and how to treat it
- Dealing with depression and anxiety caused by adult acne
- Is your exercise routine giving you acne?
- Do any natural remedies really work for acne?
- Does wearing make-up give you acne?
- Cómo eliminar las cicatrices del acné: guía definitiva
- ¿Ayuda Bio-Oil a las cicatrices del acné?
- 8 causes of back acne
- How to tell the difference between acne and other skin problems
Eczema
Eczema causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. Learn about triggers, how to soothe symptoms, and which treatments offer long-term relief.
- Which natural remedies help soothe eczema?
- ¿Ayudará una dieta sin gluten al eccema de mi hijo?
- Why eczema itches - and how to stop it
- Everything you need to know about baby eczema
- How the seasons affect your eczema
- How to wash your hands if you have eczema or dry skin
- Why we need better care for people with eczema
- Eczema management plans: do they help control your eczema?
- Eczema, psoriasis, and ringworm: what's the difference?
- ¿Cuáles son las causas del eccema repentino en adultos?
- Why is my facial eczema worse in summer?
Hair and scalp problems
Hair thinning, dandruff, or scalp irritation? Discover the most common hair and scalp issues and what can help restore healthy hair and comfort.
- ¿Pueden los trasplantes capilares mejorar la salud mental?
- What to do about excess body hair
- What causes male pattern baldness?
- The best ways to get rid of head lice
- Vuelta al cole: cómo comprobar si tu hijo tiene piojos y liendres
- ¿Con qué frecuencia hay que lavarse el pelo?
- ¿Pueden realmente las vitaminas evitar la caída del cabello?
- 4 problemas capilares habituales en invierno y cómo tratarlos
- Video: How do head lice spread?
- Por qué quedarse calvo puede afectar seriamente a su salud mental
- Causas comunes del picor del cuero cabelludo
- ¿La caspa y el picor del cuero cabelludo pueden provocar la caída del cabello?
- Does caffeine shampoo really work for hair loss?
- Understanding female hair loss
- ¿Ayuda realmente el aceite de romero al crecimiento del cabello?
- Is coconut oil good for your hair?
Moles
Most moles are harmless, but changes can signal skin cancer. Learn what to look for and when to get a mole checked.
Nail problems
Discoloured, brittle, or infected nails? Learn about common nail conditions and how they can be treated at home or by a professional.
Other skin problems
Not every skin issue fits a diagnosis. Learn about less common skin conditions and how healthcare professionals investigate and treat them.
- ¿Te pica la piel por la noche este verano? Te explicamos por qué
- Protecting your skin from harmful pollution
- ¿Qué significa exfoliarse y por qué debería hacerlo?
- Errores de protección solar que probablemente estás cometiendo
- Agua micelar: beneficios y usos para el cuidado de la piel
- How your environment affects skin conditions
- Cómo cuidar la piel durante la quimioterapia
- How to keep your kids sun safe this summer
- Could you be allergic to the sun?
- Ingredientes de las cremas para cicatrices
- Opciones de tratamiento de verrugas
- Is aloe vera good for your skin?
- Why it's so important to know your skin type this summer
- ¿Para qué sirve el suero de vitamina C?
- What does aftersun do and do you really need it?
- Los mejores alimentos y nutrientes para una piel sana
- How to prevent and soothe skin cysts: a simple guide
- ¿Funciona Bio-Oil con las estrías?
- What are the benefits of collagen, and can it prevent skin ageing?
- How to care for black skin during winter
- Dry skin in winter: what cold weather can do to your skin
- Hyaluronic acid: skincare benefits, side effects and more
- How to stop your child catching a verruca
- Retinol: skincare benefits, side effects and more
- ¿Cuáles son las causas del picor de piel?
- The warning signs of heatstroke and heat exhaustion
- Los beneficios del agua de mar para la salud
- Does SPF moisturiser give you enough sun protection?
- Do you need to try an avocado face mask?
- Chemical peels: benefits, costs, risks, and recovery
- Here's how to protect a bald head from the sun
- Glycolic acid: skincare benefits, side effects, and more
- The simplest men's skincare routine
- A guide to UV protection sunglasses
- How to treat an infected piercing
- Foods that help improve skin problems
Psoriasis
Psoriasis causes red, scaly patches on the skin. Learn about triggers, how to manage flare-ups, and what treatments are available.
Tipos de cáncer de piel
No todos los cánceres de piel son iguales. Averigüe cómo reconocer las señales de advertencia, como los lunares cambiantes, y por qué el diagnóstico precoz marca la diferencia.
Skin rashes
Rashes can be itchy, painful or worrying. Learn what causes them and when you should seek medical help for unusual or persistent rashes.
- Afecciones cutáneas comunes: entender la tiña versicolor
- ¿Cuáles son las causas más comunes de las erupciones estivales?
- How to stop dry skin ruining your winter
- Qué hacer cuando su hijo tiene un sarpullido
- Escarlatina: los consejos de un médico
- ¿Qué provoca la urticaria en nuestra piel?
- Can men get thrush?
- ¿Empeora el estrés los problemas cutáneos?
- Qué hacer si tienes un pelo encarnado infectado
- Common rosacea triggers and how to avoid them
- Rosacea treatments: which is right for you?
- Rise in scabies cases across the UK
- How to care for your skin in winter
- How to spot bedbugs and get rid of them
Stings and bites
Insect stings and bites can cause irritation or allergic reactions. Learn how to treat them safely and when to seek urgent care.
- The best ways to prevent and treat insect bites
- Tick bites: how to recognise and treat
- When should I worry about an insect bite?
- What to do if you're stung by a jellyfish
- Cómo tratar una picadura de avispa
- Qué hacer si le pica un erizo de mar
- Cómo aliviar una picadura de ortiga
- How to treat a horsefly bite
Sun and sunburn
Too much sun can cause painful burns and skin damage. Learn how to protect your skin and treat sunburn if it happens.