COVID 19 and Acne, maskne, blue light therapy to treat acne naturally

COVID and LUSTRE

In these dark days of Covid-19, we can sometimes lose sight of less threatening ailments. Acne is a good example – and yet there are several reasons why acne may have become more troublesome since...
LUSTRE ClearSkin, acne, maskne, blue light treatment

Maskne. What just happened to our faces?

Yes this is real. We are all having to wear a mask on a daily basis due to the current pandemic. I am seeing so many more patients in my practice with spots and irritated...
Seasonal variations in Acne

Seasonal variations in Acne

Breakouts, spots and blemishes at their worst during winter? What to do with the changes that occur to our skin as the seasons change, particularly from a hot, sweaty summer, to dark, cold autumn? Here...
LUSTRE ClearSkin Solo charging from laptop

Combating Acne. With Science. FREE EBOOK!

FREE EBOOK! Inspired by so many positive reviews streaming our way we wanted to celebrate Techies Day – and make it a week long! In collaboration with LUSTRE Clinic’s Scientist, Jan Birch – we’ve developed...
LUSTRE ClearSkin solo on desk

Back to uni... How to avoid spots?

Whatever the time of year, we want to look our best - and having a clear complexion means one less thing to stress about. Get ready to reunite with your friends without worrying about any...
LUSTRE ClearSkin, spots, blemishes in lockdown, maskne

Spots in Lockdown

For most people, when faced with the reality of lockdown and how their lives were going to change, the last thing they had anticipated was more skin problems. Specialist treatments have been interrupted, stress levels...
LUSTRE ClearSkin, Acne Treatment, Blue Light Therapy

Acne: Psychological and Social Effects

For about three quarters of the people who develop acne, it starts in adolescence. How does this skin condition - that's usually visible on the face - impact young adults' lives? Where can they turn...
The Face Behind the Mask

The Face Behind the Mask

With new rules coming out that stipulate wearing a mask when on public transport, while shopping, along with a general encouragement to wear a mask at all times when out, it is increasingly likely that...
LUSTRE ClearSkin, acne treatment, blue light technology

Sugar won’t sweeten your complexion

Blocked pores, overfilled with a collection of skin oils, provide a perfect environment and rich food supply for the acne bacteria which live on our skin. These bacteria thrive causing inflammation which in turn results...