The Sun And Your Skin

Believe it or not, it is now summer!  We were just talking in the dermatology department at Orpington about the unpredictability of the weather.  That day, one of the team had turned up to work in a summer dress, thick opaque tights, wellington boots and a raincoat! However, despite the weather, it is still that […]

Choosing The Right Sunscreen – Part 1

The other day I had a mum in the playground asking which sunscreen I would recommend for her son who has eczema.  It’s actually a hard question to answer, even for a Consultant Dermatologist, because sunscreen use is largely linked to personal preference, much like choosing a moisturizer.  Also, the choice of sunscreens nowadays, can […]