Dr Thivi Maruthappu is the UK's first and only dual-qualified Consultant Dermatologist and Nutritionist, and the pioneer of the (much-needed!) Nutritional Dermatology field. She runs busy NHS dermatology clinics, conducts academic research and delivers lectures worldwide. She's also recently authored her first book, Skin Food,...
Porter magazine called her a ‘Global Skincare Expert’, and Caroline Hirons described her as ‘one of the best facialists in the world’. In the skincare industry, Marie Reynolds is in a league of her own. I had the privilege of experiencing one of Marie’s facials...
Fish oil supplements have a long and illustrious history. In Roman times, people used to mash up fish intestines with salt to make a special (and very stinky) fish oil-based sauce. Fast forward to the 19th century, cod liver oil became the first dietary supplement...
What does ‘anti-ageing’ mean to you? Sunscreen? Expensive skincare? Perhaps even fillers? Most people don’t realise that we have an opportunity to ward off signs of ageing at least three times a day. That is, every time we eat. This article covers the latest science...
Do you suspect your gut health and acne are connected? You’re probably right. Scientists have been aware of a connection between gut health and acne for almost 100 years [1]. This ‘gut-skin axis’ was ignored for decades but—with the recent explosion of research into the...
Have you heard that zinc could help with acne? As with any acne approach, there’s nuance to this! This article delves into zinc, how it could help your acne, and what to look for when buying zinc supplements. Spoiler alert: they're not all the same!...
If you regularly read my articles or follow me on Instagram, you’ll know that I often recommend flaxseed as part of a skin-enhancing diet. Flaxseed is true functional food. From soothing sensitivity to clearing breakouts, research suggests that this everyday seed can support your skin...
Henrietta Norton is one of the UK’s most highly regarded nutrition practitioners. Not only is she the co-founder of the B Corps-registered supplement company, Wild Nutrition, but she is also the author of Take Control of Your Endometriosis and Your Pregnancy Nutrition Guide. Here Henrietta...
Whether you want to know whether birth control helps acne, causes acne, or leads to acne once you stop taking it, this article is here to help you make informed choices. You’ll also find research-backed natural solutions for acne, whether you’re taking birth control or...
Spoiler alert: your ‘hormonal acne’ isn’t caused by hormones. Yes, hormones play a role, but they’re not causing your breakouts. Instead, something else is making your hormones misbehave, which in turn wreak havoc on your skin. So, if you’ve googled, ‘What is the cause of...