Skin, nail and hair health – articles and advice
Akne
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.
Akne
Spots, blackheads, and blemishes can affect confidence. Learn what causes acne and discover treatments that can help clear your skin.
- Könnte Ihre Gesichtsmaske die Ursache für Ihre Akne sein?
- What it's really like to live with rosacea
- Is there a link between diet and acne?
- Akne in der Schwangerschaft: Warum sie auftritt und wie man sie behandelt
- Dealing with depression and anxiety caused by adult acne
- Is your exercise routine giving you acne?
- Gibt es natürliche Heilmittel, die wirklich gegen Akne helfen?
- Does wearing make-up give you acne?
- Wie man Aknenarben loswird: Ihr ultimativer Leitfaden
- Hilft Bio-Öl bei Aknenarben?
- 8 causes of back acne
- Wie man Akne von anderen Hautproblemen unterscheiden kann
Ekzem
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?
- Will a gluten-free diet help my child's eczema?
- 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?
- Was verursacht ein plötzliches Ekzem bei Erwachsenen?
- 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.
- Can hair transplants improve mental health?
- What to do about excess body hair
- What causes male pattern baldness?
- Die besten Methoden, Kopfläuse loszuwerden
- Back to school: how to check your child for head lice and nits
- How often should you wash your hair?
- Können Vitamine wirklich Haarausfall verhindern?
- 4 common winter hair problems - and how to treat them
- Video: How do head lice spread?
- Warum eine Glatze Ihre psychische Gesundheit ernsthaft beeinträchtigen kann
- Common causes of an itchy scalp
- Can dandruff and an itchy scalp lead to hair loss?
- Does caffeine shampoo really work for hair loss?
- Understanding female hair loss
- Does rosemary oil actually help hair grow?
- Ist Kokosnussöl gut für Ihr Haar?
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.
- Itchy skin at night this summer? Here's why
- Protecting your skin from harmful pollution
- Was bedeutet es, ein Peeling zu machen, und warum sollten Sie es tun?
- Sun protection mistakes you're probably making
- Micellar water: skincare benefits and uses
- How your environment affects skin conditions
- How to look after your skin during chemotherapy
- How to keep your kids sun safe this summer
- Could you be allergic to the sun?
- Die Inhaltsstoffe der Narbencreme, auf die Sie achten sollten
- Wart and verruca treatment options
- Ist Aloe vera gut für die Haut?
- Warum es diesen Sommer so wichtig ist, Ihren Hauttyp zu kennen
- What does vitamin C serum do?
- Was bewirkt Aftersun und braucht man es wirklich?
- The best foods and nutrients to eat for healthy skin
- How to prevent and soothe skin cysts: a simple guide
- Wirkt Bio-Öl bei Dehnungsstreifen?
- Was sind die Vorteile von Kollagen, und kann es die Hautalterung verhindern?
- 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
- What causes itchy skin?
- The warning signs of heatstroke and heat exhaustion
- The health benefits of seawater
- 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
- Wie man ein infiziertes Piercing behandelt
- 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.
Hautkrebsarten
Nicht alle Hautkrebsarten sind gleich. Erfahren Sie, wie Sie Warnzeichen wie veränderte Muttermale erkennen und warum eine frühzeitige Diagnose den Unterschied ausmacht.
Hautausschläge
Rashes can be itchy, painful or worrying. Learn what causes them and when you should seek medical help for unusual or persistent rashes.
- Common skin complaints: understanding tinea versicolor
- Was sind die häufigsten Ursachen für Sommerausschläge?
- How to stop dry skin ruining your winter
- What to do when your child has a rash
- Scharlach: Der Rat eines Arztes
- What causes our skin to break out in hives?
- Can men get thrush?
- Does stress make skin problems worse?
- What to do if you have an infected ingrown hair
- 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
- Wie man einen Wespenstich behandelt
- What to do if you're stung by a sea urchin
- Wie man einen Brennnesselstich lindert
- How to treat a horsefly bite
Sonne und Sonnenbrand
Too much sun can cause painful burns and skin damage. Learn how to protect your skin and treat sunburn if it happens.