Skin Care Tips

Atopic dermatitis, or eczema, is a condition in which the skin becomes inflamed. Hardened, abrasive patches form and intense itching and irritation make it an unpleasant experience for the patient. While the cause of eczema is still unknown, it is often experienced alongside hayfever and asthma. Unfortunately, there are no cures for eczema as yet,…

Nine steps to living your best life Now that summer is here, South Africans should be aware of the sun and its effect on the skin. Those battling eczema will need to take extra precautions in hot, humid conditions to prevent flare-ups and discomfort. While there is no cure for this volatile condition, a few…

If you thought that UV protection was something you only need to worry about later in life, think again. Melanoma is the second most common form of cancer in people between the ages of 20 and 29 years old. In fact, the number of young people with skin cancer is rising all the time. Even…

“Sun protection doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive – it needs to be consistent. Keep it simple, but do it forever!”⠀- Hillary Fogelson⠀ If you’re still not 100% sure how to protect your skin against the harsh rays of the sun, these frequently asked sunscreen questions will help shine a bit of light on…

At Durban Skin Doctor, we are all about celebrating beautiful skins of all colours.  Daily we are inundated by the media, Hollywood and even well-known brands trying to tell us what our skins should look like subconsciously we start accepting that as the truth. This heritage day wanted to tell you that you are gorgeous…