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Skincare tips, treatments, and the latest in dermatology
Explore expert articles by Dr Mathobela — covering everyday skincare questions, medical conditions, cosmetic treatments and the science behind common concerns.
How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Your Skin
Why your skin seems to have a mind of its own across the four phases of the menstrual cycle — and what to do about it.
Read more →How Your Hair Care Choices Relate to Breast Cancer
Recent research has linked some hair products — particularly chemical relaxers and dark hair dyes — to an increased risk of breast cancer.
Read more →6 Tips for Dark Skin Before Doing Cosmetic Treatments
Six things to know before laser, chemical peels or injectables on melanin-rich skin.
Read more →7 Skin Signs That Could Indicate Diabetes
Skin changes that can be early warnings of diabetes mellitus — from acanthosis nigricans to diabetic dermopathy.
Read more →Effective Rosacea Treatments: Let’s Talk Therapies and Procedures
From topical metronidazole and ivermectin through to vascular laser and IPL — the rosacea treatments that work, and what they tackle.
Read more →How to Treat and Prevent Bromhidrosis (Body Odour)
Beyond a stronger antiperspirant: medical treatments for bromhidrosis, including Botox for sweat glands.
Read more →Menopause and Your Skin: How to Age Gracefully
Oestrogen drops in menopause — and the skin changes that follow. A practical guide to ageing well.
Read more →Skin Changes During Pregnancy: What’s Happening to My Skin?
Around 90% of pregnant women have skin changes — melasma, stretch marks, dullness and dark spots. Why, and what helps.
Read more →The Impact of Nutrition on Hair Health
What you eat shows up in your hair. The nutrients hair needs to look its best.
Read more →The Importance of Regular Skin Check-ups
Why a regular skin check is more than a "nice to have" — and how often you should book one.
Read more →The Science of Stress and Hair Loss
Stress affects almost every aspect of our health, and hair is no exception. The biology behind telogen effluvium and other stress-related hair loss.
Read more →Why Is My Skin Dull?
Dull, lacklustre skin is one of the most common complaints we hear — here is what causes it, and what helps.
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