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Protection from Pollution: Why it’s Your Number One Skin Priority
90%. That’s how much skin damage we used to believe was caused by the sun. However, intense research by the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, amongst others, is now showing that damage from pollution is… Continue reading Protection from Pollution: Why it’s Your Number One Skin Priority
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5 Reasons we Believe High SPF Skincare does more Harm Than Good
“If I wouldn’t put it on my children, I won’t recommend it to my clients.” Dr Michael Prager. That’s a bold statement for any skincare professional to make, but it’s an especially challenging stance coming… Continue reading 5 Reasons we Believe High SPF Skincare does more Harm Than Good
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Pure Gold: Why This Precious Metal is a Skincare Miracle
If there’s one product in the Urban Protect Skincare line that gets people talking, it’s our Day Oil. It’s an exquisite face oil, beautifully light and luxurious, which instantly illuminates with pure gold flakes. We’re… Continue reading Pure Gold: Why This Precious Metal is a Skincare Miracle
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Understanding Retinol: Why It’s the Ultimate Age Rejuvenation Ingredient
If you want to transform the look of ageing skin fast, any dermatologist will tell you there’s one skincare ingredient you need; Retinol. Retinol is derived from Vitamin A, a key component of the skin’s molecular… Continue reading Understanding Retinol: Why It’s the Ultimate Age Rejuvenation Ingredient
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Our Beauchamp Place Clinic | The Home of Urban Protect
If you’ve ever wondered what visiting our luxurious London clinic may be like, here’s a taster of what to expect. Based in the heart of Knightsbridge, just stone’s throw from some of the world’s most… Continue reading Our Beauchamp Place Clinic | The Home of Urban Protect
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Is environmental ageing through pollution causing more problems than UV rays?
It’s long been believed that the number one contributor to premature skin ageing is from UV rays. Whilst it’s certainly true that the sun’s rays contribute to skin damage and even skin cancers, it’s only part… Continue reading Is environmental ageing through pollution causing more problems than UV rays?
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Dr Michael Prager – Our Founder
“If I owned a pub and someone came in asking for a smoothie, I’d do my best to convince them that what they really wanted was a beer” That was a quote our founder, Dr… Continue reading Dr Michael Prager – Our Founder
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4 Wellness Hacks To Enhance Any Treatment
“Throughout my career, have seen thousands of patients and watched hundreds of innovative procedures change the way we approach ageing and shook my head as cocky beauty trends strutted through (and then were banished) from… Continue reading 4 Wellness Hacks To Enhance Any Treatment
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It’s in the latest creams, health waters and even facials… Is this the year we’ll get hooked on hydrogen?
Admittedly, when I was told about the hydrogen facial, I heaved a sigh. Another new miracle ingredient? Really? And one that has been under our noses for ever, which may prove to be the key… Continue reading It’s in the latest creams, health waters and even facials… Is this the year we’ll get hooked on hydrogen?
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Ageing Gracefully Must Be A Considered Choice
To really protect your skin from environmental aggressors, you need to form a barrier. That barrier should not suffocate the skin beneath, but instead work to hydrate and nourish the deeper dermal layers, whilst shielding… Continue reading Ageing Gracefully Must Be A Considered Choice