Hyperpigmentation is a common skin concern and is characterised by a darker complexion of the skin due to overproduction of the pigment, melanin.  Melanogenesis is the process where the melanin pigment is produced in the lower epidermis in melanosomes by the melanocytes.  It is responsible for colour in our skin, hair and eyes. The melanocytes […]

It is summertime in South Africa and we should be protecting our skins from the harsh sun. Apart from using a good sunscreen with safe ingredients, we should have the know-how on how to treat the skin if it has been accidentally exposed and burnt by the sun. When it comes to wrinkles, lines and […]