“Dr Emma - will my contraception make my skin better or worse?’ It’s a question I often hear as a Consultant Dermatologist, and the answer depends on both the contraceptive and the person taking it. Some hormonal contraceptives can improve acne, while others may be associated with...
People talk about ‘pregnancy glow’, but for many women, that ‘glow’ can feel more like grease, breakouts, dark patches, and sensitivity you’ve never known before. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. I’m Dr Emma Wedgeworth, Consultant Dermatologist and mum, and I’ve spent years helping women navigate...
You’ve finally done it, the long months of pregnancy are over and now your beautiful baby is here. But as the initial blur of sleepless nights passes, you may start to wonder, “Why does my skin suddenly feel so different?” Hello, I’m Dr Emma Wedgeworth. As...
Have you recently stopped taking the contraceptive pill, only to find that your skin suddenly seems to have a mind of its own? Perhaps your skin was relatively clear while you were taking the pill, but a few weeks or months later the spots have started...
Pregnancy is often associated with that much-talked-about “pregnancy glow”. But what if your skin has other ideas? Pregnancy and acne are closely connected: hormonal changes can increase oiliness, congestion and breakouts, sometimes even when acne hasn’t been a problem for years. For some women, pregnancy brings clearer,...
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt that your skin just seemed...
We’ve all seen it, shelves full of colourful skincare products aimed at teenagers, endless TikTok routines promising “glass skin”, and a confusing mix of advice from influencers, friends, and parents alike. It’s no wonder so many teens (and families) are left wondering: do teenagers really need...