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Your First Facial in Chester What to Expect at Your Appointment
Your First Facial in Chester What to Expect at Your Appointment Your first facial at Hough Green Clinic in Chester starts with a conversation about your skin and what you want help with. Our in-clinic skin consultation includes assessment and a skin treatment, with...
Hormonal Facial Hair on the Chin or Upper Lip: Why It Often Needs a Long-Term Plan
First Published: 20/08/2026 Estimated Reading Time: 11 mins 9 secsIf you have noticed darker or coarser hairs appearing on your chin, upper lip or tummy, you are not alone. For some women, it begins with one or two hairs. For others, the growth becomes more noticeable...
Which Skin Treatment Is Right for Acne, Rosacea, Scarring or Sensitive Skin?
First Published: 07/06/2026 Estimated Reading Time: 10 mins 8 secs If your skin is breaking out, red, sore, sensitive or has scarring from acne, it can be really difficult to know what to book. I see this a lot in the clinic. Clients often come in saying, “I don’t...
Combatting Winter Redness and Sensitivity: A Guide to Calming Your Skin
As the first cold snap of the year arrives, your skin can start to feel dryer and in some cases a bit more sensitive. Products that you have been using for ages suddenly don’t seem to work as well and you’re not sure why. You might notice a flush across your cheeks...
Transitioning Your Skincare from Autumn to Winter: Essential Tips for the Changing Season
As the leaves begin to fall and the air takes on that unmistakable chill, your skin is already sensing the changes ahead. The transition from autumn to winter presents unique challenges for our complexion, and understanding how to adapt your skincare routine during...
Does Sweat Cause Acne? Understanding Heat and Breakouts
Breakouts after sweating: what to know Spots after a workout or on a hot day can have several contributing factors, including oil, bacteria and products on the skin. If your skin tends to break out after sweating, gentle cleansing and avoiding rubbing or scrubbing are...
How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Last?
How long can laser hair removal results last? Laser hair removal offers long-lasting hair reduction, but results vary from person to person. Some hair may regrow finer and more slowly over time, and maintenance sessions may be needed. Facial and hormonal areas often...
De-Stress Your Skin: Skincare Tips During Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month – a time dedicated to recognising the effects of stress on our physical and mental health. At Hough Green Clinic, we’re shining a light on how stress impacts one of our largest and most visible organs: the skin. Throughout this month,...
Ways to Prevent Ingrown Hairs and Shaving Rash
At some point in our lives, the majority of us will have experienced ingrown hairs. They can result after most methods of hair removal – shaving, plucking, waxing and even electrolysis. We are going to explore why they happen and what you can do to reduce the...