Your skin protects you, heals itself and lasts a lifetime. Find how to give it some skin care in return, to help keep it looking and feeling its best.
Acne doesn't just happen to teenagers
There are lots of myths around acne, including the idea that it only happens to teenage skin. This is not true - acne [www.nhs.uk/conditions/acne/] can develop in adults too. Find out about the treatments available if it happens to you, and whether your eating or skin care [http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/skin/] habits could be to blame.
Smoking makes your skin look older
Along with growing older and sun damage, smoking plays a part in creating wrinkles. It's thought this may be because smoking reduces the amount of skin-plumping collagen (a protein that supports skin's strength), leading to fine lines and wrinkles forming. You can help to delay the appearance of wrinkles by not smoking [http://www.nhs.uk/livewell/smoking]. Find out other tips on keeping skin as healthy as possible.
Changes to a mole can be dangerous
If a mole changes, for example it grows, bleeds or changes colour, a doctor needs to check it for cancer warning signs. In addition, you can use the mole checker tool to see whether any of your moles could be risky and need a medical opinion. Sun damage increases your risk of skin cancer [http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cancer-of-the-skin], so make sure you know the latest skin care tips to protect your skin from the sun and prevent sunburn [http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/skin/Pages/Sunsafe.aspx].
Skin lightening creams can harm your skin