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Like the idea of a refreshed appearance, with changes that develop gradually? Meet Sculptra. Now available at DermAttract in Reigate, Sculptra works by stimulating your skin’s own collagen production. It takes patience, but for suitable patients, that gradual approach is part of the appeal.[1,2] Here’s what you need to know — without the science lecture. A little collagen conversation Think of collagen as part of your skin’s supporting framework. It helps give skin its structure. As that...

Dehydration, collagen loss, uneven texture, pigmentation and reduced elasticity are different concerns, so they respond to different approaches. Profhilo may suit skin that needs hydration and firmness, while SkinPen microneedling may be more appropriate for texture or acne scarring. Polynucleotides focus on regenerative support, while chemical peels work closer to the surface.

Hair oiling has been practised for centuries, particularly in South Asian cultures. Recently, social media has promoted hair oiling as a way to stimulate rapid hair growth, but what does the science actually show? As a GP with a special interest in skin, I often get asked whether hair oiling is worth doing. The answer is yes—but perhaps not for the reasons many people think. What Hair Oiling Can (and Cannot) Do Hair oiling is best viewed as a hair protection strategy rather than a hair growth...