Sylvia Mac was badly burned with boiling hot water aged three. Here she tells her story of learning to accept her scars and empower others. Read more
Dr Gernot Walko talks about his BSF-funded research Read more
Clare Baumhauer bravely shares her lichen sclerosus journey. Read more
Gemma Boak discusses the impact of psoriasis Read more
Acne is a very common skin condition characterised by comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) and pus-filled spots (pustules).
Find out more about skin cancer and the risks.
Checking your skin for signs of skin cancer
of British people currently suffer or have suffered from skin disease at some point in their lifetime
of Britons admit to getting sun burnt three or more times in their lifetime
British people have visible skin conditions or scars that affect their confidence
Download a fundraising pack and follow our top tips for raising money for skin disease research.
Luissa Burton, has successfully climbed Europe’s tallest mountain. Read more
Kevin Proctor smashes gruelling 14 hour English Channel swim for research Read more
Calling all junior doctors and medical students! Do you have what it takes? The British Skin Foundation presents: Battle of the Derm Socs – a competition open to all the Dermatology Society’s around the UK. Show off your leadership and management skills against rival Derm Socs throughout the academic year to raise the most money for the British Skin Foundation – the UK’s only charity that raises money for all types of skin disease research including skin cancer. Read more
20th - 24th February 2019 Read more