Skin as delicate as a butterfly’s wing – this is how patients with epidermolysis bullosa (EB) are often described. The condition causes skin to blister and tear painfully in response to the lightest touch – even the touch of light clothing can be enough. EB is a genetic condition that occurs due to an absence […]
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Lifestyle’s Guide to Stress-free Skincare
DISCLAIMER: If you’re a rich, super clued-up beauty blogger, this is not the article for you. I spend no more than five minutes a day on skincare, and have never spent more than £15 on any product. But if you want a few quick, easy ways to change up your daily routine and help keep […]
Top 10 Thrilling Tales : Skin by Roald Dahl
It may seem odd that I’ve chosen a Roald Dahl story as the scariest tale that I have read – he is best known for his light-hearted children’s stories. However, ‘Skin’ is a psychologically disturbing commentary on the greed of society that showcases Dahl’s immense ability to shock and appall. It tells the tale of […]
Skin Saviours
With Freshers’ week behind us and term well and truly underway, it’s time to start paying extra attention to your skincare regime. Scrubbing your face with a makeup wipe whilst staggering around the bathroom after a night out isn’t the best way to look after your skin. Over the past week or so we’ve all […]