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Back acne – why does it happen and how do we get rid of it? Let’s talk sebum, sweat and skincare products.

“You know the common story: Woman stops taking pill. Woman experiences acne. But, numerous word-of-mouth experiences aside, why does this happen to so many of us?” This question was recently put to me by Lucy Abbersteen of Marie Claire magazine. Here’s an excerpt of her article: “Pill useage declines steeply with age, from two thirds of

I was recently featured on the home page of Get The Gloss talking all about my favourite beauty buys with journalist Judy Johnson. In case you missed it, I’ve posted a copy of the original interview just below. For details of where to find the products I’ve mentioned, click on the link at the bottom

In case you missed my facial sunscreen recommendation in “9 Facial SPFs Rated By The Experts” in Sheerluxe last week, this is what I had to say… “Having suffered with acne for many years, it’s important for me to use an SPF moisturiser every morning that gives effective UV protection, but won’t give me spots.

SPF. Sensible, essential and non-negtotiable. So says journalist Anna Hunter this week in her round up of the new, non-greasy, innovative formulations that are making sunscreen easier than ever to adapt into your daily routine. Keep reading below for my full interview with Get The Gloss about SPF makeup. To see my quotes in the

We know sunbeds and sunbathing are bad news when it comes to increasing our chances of developing skin cancer, but what about the UV lamps used for gel manicures? Daniela Morosini asked me this very question for her recent article in Refinery29 and it turns out the answer isn’t as simple as you might think.

I’m so thrilled to have been included in Stylist Magazine’s 7 Skincare Experts You Should Be Following On Instagram this week. This is what beauty journalist Elizabeth Bennett had to say about me:  Dr Justine Kluk Best for: Targeted solutions for acne and rosacea Thanks to her extensive experience treating patients suffering from acne and

I was recently asked by Grazia magazine for my thoughts about gels which are popping up all over the beauty aisles. To see what all the fuss is about and understand the benefits better, have a read below. Why are we seeing a move away from creams to gels? Gels contain a higher ratio of

With sunny weather on the horizon for the upcoming bank holiday, off-the-shoulder tops and strappy dresses mean that it’s time to think about how to finally get rid of back acne or “bacne”.  Some of my top pointers are listed below, but you can read my advice in Glamour by clicking here for the full

Slathering your skin in petroleum jelly before bed is all the rage in Korean beauty circles. But is it any good for your complexion? Jacqueline Kilikita from Stylist magazine investigates. To read my comments on this craze and for some more evidence-based skincare solutions that won’t leave you with a face full of pimples and blackheads,

Whether you’re dealing with blackheads, whiteheads or the cystic, under-the-skin kind, spots can be debilitating to live with. You don’t have to suffer though, because there is effective treatment. I was recently interviewed by Jacqueline Kilikita on behalf of Elle Magazine to help readers decode some of the different acne treatments available. In the spirit

This month, I’m featured on the Skin Clinic page of Women’s Health sharing a bit about me, my typical day and some of the products I use personally to help keep my own blemishes at bay as London’s go-to acne and acne scarring expert. Read all the juicy details in the full interview below. Enjoy!

Is SPF makeup really worth it? My opinion is that it boosts your base SPF rather than replacing it so should be considered a second line of defence. Read my comments for Get The Gloss this week by clicking here. © 2018 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the

Adult acne is on the rise. As London’s go-to Consultant Dermatologist for acne and acne scarring, it was a pleasure to be interviewed for Lucy Partington’s awesome feature in this week’s Stylist about the latest breakout breakthroughs. Click here to read about the therapies, foods and products at the heart of research into combatting acne.

Keratosis Pilaris, sometimes unflatteringly referred to as “chicken skin”, is a stubborn skin condition that causes pesky, dry, rough, red bumps to appear on the upper arms. If you have KP, you’re not alone as 1 in 20 of us will be affected at some point and it can be difficult to get on top

Beauty journalist, Malena Habers, wrote in last weekend’s Sunday Times Style about instant gratification skincare and why we’re so obsessed with rapid results. It was my pleasure to provide a few of my thoughts for the article and I’ll share these here with you too.  There is definitely an increasing demand for instant results. With

Is wearing makeup on an aeroplane actually that bad for your skin? Journalist Jacqueline Kilikita and the team at Refinery29 asked me this very question recently. To see what I had to say on the matter, click on the link below. To be absolutely clear, I am not recommending that you do wear makeup when

How do you prepare for another crazy Monday? For me, it’s doing some exercise, good food (and wine) and enjoying downtime with my family and friends. I like the idea of a long soak in the bath on a Sunday evening, but the truth is that my skin gets very dry if I spend too

Victoria Derbyshire interviews me and actress Terri Dwyer about melanoma, sunbeds and sun safety. © 2015 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not, except with our express written permission, copy, distribute or commercially exploit the content. Nor

Know your skincare ingredients and where they come from! Discussing transparency in beauty product labelling and packaging on Sky News in my role as Dermatologist for Garnier UK. © 2017 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not,

Have you spent an untold fortune on skin creams and serums only to find that they failed to deliver the goods? BBC News asked me to share my top tips for navigating the beauty aisles and choosing products with ingredients that really work. These are the sort of ingredients that I like to include in

In my role as Dermatologist for Garnier UK discussing the importance of knowing what’s contained in your skincare products. © 2017 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not, except with our express written permission, copy, distribute or

Supercharge your skin now! Malena Harbers writes about the Dermatologists “heading to the top of the beauty game”. I was thrilled to be featured as one of London’s go-to Dermatologists for acne. © 2017 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is

  How to look gorgeous well into your sixth decade? You could ask Jerry Hall…or you could check out some of the tips I shared with The Telegraph earlier this month. Journalist Victoria Hall selects her top beauty picks to help the cause including Paula’s Choice Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Booster and The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid

The gorgeous Anne Marie Gee (aka Catwalk Schoolgates) popped into the clinic to chat holiday skincare with me. Do you stop your retinol on sunny holidays? 

Lee-Anne Weise asks me about knowing your skin type, developing a skincare routine and banishing blemishes http://www.fashionsfinest.com/features/exclusive-interviews/item/4817-interview-with-dr-justine-kluk-consultant-dermatologist

Victoria Hall explores the pros and cons of wearing makeup to work out with tips from me http://www.telegraph.co.uk/beauty/make-up/should-you-wear-make-up-when-you-exercise-we-asked-the-experts/ © 2016 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not, except with our express written permission, copy, distribute or commercially

It was so exciting to be interviewed by Really Ree for this In Highlight feature. Find out what inspired me to become a Dermatologist, how I feel about my own skin and what some of my favourite makeup and beauty products are http://www.reallyree.com/highlight-dr-justine-kluk-consultant-dermatologist/ © 2017 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or

How to stop excessive sweating from ruining your summer. Lizzie Pook explores the science of sweating with help from me http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/life/health-fitness/excessive-sweating-506302

Victoria Hall writes about the best lightweight moisturisers to save your face this autumn with tips from me http://www.telegraph.co.uk/beauty/skin/the-best-lightweight-moisturisers-to-save-your-face-this-autumn/ © 2016 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not, except with our express written permission, copy, distribute or

Red alert! Louisa Mc Gillicuddy writes about redness, flushing and blushing with skincare tips from me. © 2016 Dr Justine Kluk. Any redistribution or reproduction of part or all of the contents of this post in any form is prohibited. You may not, except with our express written permission, copy, distribute or commercially exploit the