Whether you are a sun worshipper or a casual tanner, it is important to check your moles for signs of skin cancer. 

Dark circles around the eyes can add years to the face, making us look constantly tired. But did you know this pesky problem isn’t always a result of fatigue?

One of the most frightening things (after public speaking!) is the unknown. At the Harley Medical Group, we want our patients to know what to expect from their breast surgery. 

Nearly everyone has experienced bad skin at some point: it’s just a fact of life. While we’re told to drink more water and avoid greasy foods, sometimes there’s no stopping small bouts of acne or itchy rashes. 

Skin is the single largest organ in the human body, but it is also one of the most vulnerable. As the skin ages, it loses resilience and everything from hormonal imbalances, to environmental aggressors like viruses, UV rays and air pollution, can contribute to dull and tired-looking skin.

Sleep plays a vital role in your everyday health and wellbeing. Not getting an ample amount of rest can have dramatic effects on your cognitive function, mental and physical health, body development and quality of life. 

Dry brushing is a detoxifying practice people have used for centuries, but chances are you’ve probably never heard of it. This Ayurveda-inspired practice is actually really simple: all it takes is a wooden skin brush, a little bit of body oil and some gentle exfoliation. The result is super smooth skin.

Christmas and the build up to it is the season of over-indulgence. Despite our good intentions we inevitably consume too much sugary and fatty foods not to mention alcohol. The result? Not only will you pile on the pounds but you’ll feel tired, bloated and low in energy. Is it any surprise that many people kick start the New Year with a detox programme?  

The party season is almost here – think busy diaries and late nights! Don’t let the month of excess take its toll this Christmas and take some advice from The Harley Medical Group’s experts, Consultant Dermatologist Dr Justine Hextall and Nutritionist Christine Bailey, who have shared what’s contributing to that hangover face along with their top tips to keep your skin and body feeling and looking its best.

Common lifestyle factors such as sun damage, weight loss, smoking and sleep deprivation are all known to accelerate ageing, affecting different areas of the face.  

Our Consultant Dermatologist, Dr. Justine Hextall, reveals how you can use letters of the alphabet as an easy guide to target your anti-ageing treatments. 

Whether you go for ‘nothing below the eyebrows’ or only de-fuzz your legs when you absolutely have to, hair removal can feel like a beauty chore!

Summer can play havoc with your skin – from unwanted spots to sunburn, your skin can end up looking and feeling dry and damaged. While it’s essential to apply an SPF daily to prevent sunburn (as well as stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day: 10am – 4pm), you can do more for your skin by being aware of certain ingredients in your skincare products.

With the number of Cosmetic Surgery procedures undertaken by men having risen by 13.5 per cent (totalling 4,614) between 2014 and 2015, men now account for almost 10 per cent of all cosmetic procedures in the UK.

We have the women of the 1920s to thank for the wide choice of makeup available today. Until then, makeup as we know it didn’t really exist, with women preferring to use face creams and products aimed at improving the appearance of their skin in a natural way.

Our notion of beauty and what is beautiful has changed over the years. Looking back over history, famous people; fashion; and culture have all played a part in influencing the beauty trend of each decade, giving each its own distinct look.

Discovering something new is always exciting. So, to help you overcome the blues from this unseasonable cold snap we’re inviting you to discover our new range of skin peels and resurfacer treatments. 

London Fashion Week is revered as one of the most exciting weeks in the calendar for beauty buffs and fashionistas – and this year’s did not disappoint. With a fabulous array of hot new looks for the upcoming spring-summer seasons, we can’t wait to get started.

Here are the top beauty looks from London Fashion Week 2016.

The New Year is a time for a fresh start and the perfect opportunity to finally kick those habits, the junk food and the unhealthy lifestyle. It’s the ideal time for you to start looking after yourself, not just by going to the gym in order to lose weight but to improve your physical and emotional well-being.

We all want that perfect bikini body! But preparation for those sun soaked days at the beach starts long before the summer months. As any health and fitness guru will tell you, summer bodies are made in winter – and the same goes for Cosmetic Surgery.

One of the biggest benefits of having a cosmetic, rather than medical procedure is that you can plan a convenient time-frame for your treatment and recovery. 

Even a quick Google search for Laser Hair Removal will bring up all sorts of conflicting advice, articles and ‘expert’ opinions about the treatment.  One blog will tell you Laser Hair Removal is suitable for fairer hair, another will tell you that’s a lie. Some articles will tell you dark skin tones can be treated, while others will show you terrifying pictures of blisters or pigmentation changes. 

Take a quick glance at the magazine rack in any store and you’ll see countless headlines about the most desirable celebrity body-parts. Whether it’s Angelina Jolie’s lips, Kim Kardashian’s bum or Jennifer Anniston’s toned stomach, it seems we’d all like to look a little bit more like our favourite A-Listers.

Ask any man how he’d feel about developing breasts and you can guarantee he’d run a mile. For some men though, having to cope with breasts, or Moobs as they’re more commonly known, is a daily battle, affecting their physical and emotional wellbeing. 

As the days get warmer we’re finally getting ready to welcome summer, but all that sun can take its toll on your skin. Hotter weather means more of your skin is exposed to the sun’s rays, for longer – so protecting your skin to maintain a healthy-looking appearance is a must. There are four main steps to glowing summer skin: product switch-up, sun burn prevention, sun damage cure, and blemish busting. 

Did you know the percentage of people in London who feel under pressure to look younger is 4 times higher than in the North West?

With 37% of us worrying that lip fillers would leave us with an infamous ‘trout pout’.

As we say goodbye to the wintery weather and give a welcoming nod to spring, it’s time to start thinking about Skin Care. 

Over the years, there have been many myths associated with Cosmetic Surgery. From Blepharoplasty to Breast Enlargement, we’re here to address the eight biggest Cosmetic Surgery myths. How? 

Every day we get told that we are meant to drink xxx cups of this tea, and eat xxx amounts of a super vegetable for a long, healthy and happy life. We listen attentively because when it comes down to it one of the most important things in your world is you, your health (both mental and physical) and your happiness. 

Are you fed up of those stubborn pockets of fat that don’t seem to shift, no matter how much exercise and dieting you do? 

Ladies and gents, step away from the razors and hot wax and say ‘Hello’ to an easy way to remove your unwanted hair – Laser Hair Removal. We recently surveyed 4000 adults and found that not only is Laser Hair Removal the most popular Non Surgical treatment – even ranking above Botox. 

The most important lesson to ever learn about Skin Care is that it is very much seasonal. That means that with the change of each season, you’ll likely notice a difference in the condition of your skin. 

We wouldn’t blame you if you find the beauty industry confusing. Every skin care product offers a miracle result and the list of ingredients on the back of each pot reads like a degree-level science exam! But what do all these terms mean and how does any of it actually benefit our skin?

If you asked most women about their beauty priorities, younger looking skin will often be at the top of their list.

We all long to have clear, glowing and vibrant skin. Great skin radiates health and vitality, boosts our self-confidence and often reflects a healthy body within.

Beauty trends come and go but a healthy, glowing complexion will never be out of style. what we eat has a huge effect on the way our skin looks; a lack of vitamins and essential oils, too much greasy food and dehydration can all leave skin looking lacklustre.

We don’t all have the time or the money to make frequent trips to salons and invest in the latest must-have beauty gadgets. The good news is that you can still achieve a flawless look – thanks to cheap and effective beauty hacks from beauty bloggers and vloggers across the world.

We’re always told to cut down our fat and reduce our sugar intake if we want to stay fit, healthy and slim. 

Nowadays we turn to technology for everything, from advice about what we should be eating to looking up our symptoms to avoid having a trip to the doctor. 

Famous for her overhaul of beauty and fashion notions during the 1960s, it’s fair to say that Lesley Lawson (more commonly known as Twiggy) was a bit of a big deal. 

How many times have you looked in the mirror and sucked in your stomach to make it look flatter? Celebrity influence and media culture would have us believe that the perfect body is having a flat stomach. 

Are you fed up with having to constantly shave your legs? 

Now that summer is gone, you may be left wondering what will happen to your skin. 

Here at The Harley Medical Group, we’re pleased to announce that we have launched a brand new website. 

Sometimes it can feel like a full face of make-up and clear, healthy skin are mutually exclusive. But why should this be the case?

When it comes to looking younger, there are many solutions to take advantage of. Whether you’re interested in taking preventative measures or prefer the idea of something a little more permanent, you may find it difficult to determine what really works. 

With celebrities snapping back to their former selves just weeks after giving birth, it's no wonder 40% of mothers say slim celebrity mums make them feel obliged to lose weight quickly.

Nowadays, more men than ever are starting to pay attention to the appearance of their skin, with growing numbers investing in Skin Care products and following tailored regimes to ensure that their skin gets the best possible care. The main thing you need to be aware of when it comes to male Skin Care is that both male and female skin is different. 

While playing sports and training outdoors is great for fitness levels, being exposed to the sun’s harmful UV rays is not. Studies on the subject highlight that athletes of certain disciplines are at greater risk of developing Skin Cancer, as well as other skin problems, such as Sunburn, Sun Damage and Sun Spots. Luckily, this risk can be reduced by taking extra care when out in the sun.

London Fashion Week is just around the corner! Can you tell we're excited? The changing season gives you the perfect opportunity to try something new beauty-wise not to mention shake up your Skin Care routine to give your complexion a helping hand. 

Are you one of the many heading off to Reading and Leeds Festival this weekend? Are you worried about how your skin will survive the weekend without its daily cleanse, tone and moisturise routine? Well never fear because we’ve compiled a whole myriad of festival beauty tips and tricks so you can enjoy the festival without compromising on great-looking skin.

Everyone’s heard of Liposuction and Tummy Tuck surgery it’s hard not to when faced with pictures of celebrities who’ve undergone one or the other on a near daily basis. 

Fine lines and wrinkles are an inevitable part of ageing  fact. That doesn’t stop people the world over from bemoaning their ageing faces and wishing they could find some way to turn back the clock. 

Melanoma is now the most common cancer in the UK amongst 15 to 34 year olds. More than 13,000 people develop the disease every year compared with around 1,800 in 1975. It's rising faster than any other cancer, so why is it still our best kept secret?

Calling all men out there what’s your view on skincare regimes? Do you think they fall into the pointless-stuff-women-do category? Or are you a skincare advocate?

Summer is finally here and it’s never been a better time to up the ante on your skincare but what if we were to tell you that you could achieve a glowing complexion simply by eating the right food?

It may seem as though celebrities live a charmed life' they’re good looking, earn wads of cash, attend fancy awards ceremonies, and generally live the high life. 

You’re probably aware of the term ‘Yummy’ by now & maybe you know someone who embodies all of the characteristics or perhaps you are one yourself? If you haven’t a clue what we’re talking about then never fear because we’re here to tell you all about it.