skintap · Expert Advice
Evidence-based advice on aesthetic treatments, skincare, and skin health — written by Nurse Heather, NMC-registered nurse prescriber and founder of skintap.
Summer quietly dehydrates skin and the cold months expose it. Here is why October is the best time to start a winter skin plan — and the four things actually worth treating.
Thinking about your skin before the festive season? Nurse Heather shares a calm, considered way to plan for glow, texture, pigmentation, fine lines and natural-looking refinement.
August is the ideal month to reverse summer skin damage and begin a targeted recovery plan before the autumn social season. Starting treatments now means your skin will be at its best by October and November.
Not sure which aesthetic treatment is right for you? This guide breaks down the most common skin concerns — from dehydration and dullness to fine lines and acne scarring — and maps each one to the most effective medical-grade treatments available at skintap.
Skin biorestoration is one of the most exciting developments in aesthetic medicine. We explore what it means, why it matters, and how Celora™ Vita delivers it.
Winter takes a toll on your skin — dullness, dehydration, and a loss of radiance are all common complaints as we head into spring. Here, Nurse Heather shares the treatments she recommends most for a genuine skin reset this April.
Exosome therapy is one of the most exciting breakthroughs in regenerative aesthetics. Nurse Heather explains how these tiny cellular messengers stimulate collagen, accelerate healing, and transform skin quality — and who makes an ideal candidate.
Discover how Sunekos Performa and Sunekos 1200 rebuild the extracellular matrix using a patented amino acid formula — and how they compare to Profhilo and conventional skinboosters.
LED Phototherapy uses clinically proven wavelengths of light to treat acne, redness, pigmentation and skin ageing — with no downtime and no pain. Nurse Heather explains how the Dermalux Flex MD works and whether it is right for your skin.
The UK aesthetics industry is changing fast. With new regulations around prescription medicines and practitioner licensing, here's why choosing a qualified nurse prescriber like Nurse Heather protects you.
Microneedling is one of the most versatile skin treatments available — effective for acne scarring, enlarged pores, uneven texture, and early signs of ageing. Nurse Heather explains how it works and what to expect.
Both Profhilo and Skinboosters are injectable hyaluronic acid treatments designed to improve skin quality — but they are not the same thing. Here's how they compare and which one might suit you best.
Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal filler are two of the most popular aesthetic treatments in the UK — but they work in completely different ways. Here's how to tell which one you actually need.
Profhilo is the UK's best-selling injectable moisturiser — but what exactly is it, how does it work, and who is it suitable for? Nurse Heather explains everything you need to know.