The British Skin Foundation is a UK charity that funds research into all types of skin disease including skin cancer

Letters from my cells – Why is my skin dry?

Imagine your cells could talk. What would you ask them? Shannon Guild presents 'Letters from my cells'. Read more
BSF research into antibiotic-resistant acne

Dr Andrew McDowell discusses his British Skin Foundation funded research into antibiotic-resistant 'super-acne.' Read more
The benefits of scar massage

Consultant Plastic Surgeon Ioannis Goutos talks about the benefits of scar massage. Read more
9 in 10 dermatologists agree not enough importance is placed on the psychological effects of skin conditions

According to a new British Skin Foundation survey Read more

Improving the quality of life for skin disease sufferers

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

of British people have visible skin conditions or scars that affect their confidence

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9 in 10 dermatologists agree not enough importance is placed on the psychological effects of skin conditions

According to a new British Skin Foundation survey Read more
Pioneering melanoma test available within two years

Professor Penny Lovat and Dr Robert Ellis have developed a pioneering melanoma test, partly funded by the British Skin Foundation Read more