Skin Care
BBC Newsround: The Risks of Adult Skincare Products on Young Skin
Save Face Director Ashton Collins spoke to BBC Newsround about the growing number of children and young people using skincare products containing ingredients such as retinoids and acids, which may be ...
Tretinoin Gel vs Cream: What Is The Difference – And Which Is Best For Your Skin?
Tretinoin is one of the best studied topical retinoids for acne and photo ageing. But once you are prescribed it, you will often face a practical question: should you use tretinoin gel or tretinoin cr...
Adapalene vs Tretinoin: Which Is Better For Acne And Ageing Skin?
Retinoids are often described as the gold standard in topical skincare for acne and photo ageing. Two of the most commonly prescribed prescription retinoids are adapalene and tretinoin. They are relat...
How to Get Rid of Acne Scars Safely: Laser, Microneedling, or Peels?
‘How to get rid of acne scars’ is a common thing to search; acne scarring affects a lot of people long after active acne breakouts have settled, often impacting lifelong confidence just as much as acn...
Collagen Supplements Explained: What Works, What’s Hype, and How to Choose
A follow-up to our blog on Collagen Banking As the field of medical aesthetics continues to evolve, there has been a clear shift towards preventative and regenerative approaches. With this change in f...
How LED masks blur the lines between cosmetic and medical claims
Social media is full of influencers showcasing the benefits of LED masks, but regulators are cracking down on unsubstantiated medical claims. Save Face explores the science and what aesthetic practiti...
Collagen Banking: How to Invest in Your Skin’s Future
The world of aesthetics is constantly evolving. Today’s focus is shifting towards natural-looking results, with a growing preference for preventive and regenerative treatments that support skin health...
Retinol vs Retinal: What’s the Difference and Which Is Better for Your Skin?
When it comes to anti-ageing skincare, few ingredients generate as much buzz — and confusion — as retinoids. Two of the most talked-about forms are retinol and retinal (also called retinaldehyde). The...