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Yours magazine looked at the health benefits of the sun, with expert advice from Dr Ross Perry. 

One of the principle benefits of sitting in the sun is that it simply makes you feel good. Ross says:

“Sunlight increases your serotonin levels which in turn may make you happier. Serotonin is your body’s natural happy hormone, an important chemical and neurotransmitter that is believed to help regulate your mood, behaviour, appetite, digestion, sleep and memory.”

The Sun and Sleep Patterns

It could also help regulate your sleep:

“Melatonin is produced in the pineal gland of your brain. It’s responsible for regulating your sleep cycles. Studies have suggested that without daily exposure to sunlight, we don’t product optimal levels of melatonin, which could make us feel sluggish and tired. During the summer when you’re exposed to the sun and see more daylight, you probably notice that you need less sleep but feel just as lively. That’s all down to the sun revving up your melatonin levels.”

Vitamin D

Around 1 in 5 Brits don’t get enough vitamin D, which is essential for absorbing calcium. Dr Perry says:

“Sun exposure is the best way to maintain your vitamin D levels. When UVB rays hit your skin, they cause a chemical reaction that turns certain cholesterols in your body into a form of Vitamin D that your body can use.

Having low Vitamin D is not an excuse to sit in the sun all day. Dr Perry says:

“You don’t need much sun to get the benefits. Just 20 minutes of sun on your arms and legs 203 times a week could be enough to top up your vitamin D levels.”

In the winter, the sun in the UK isn’t strong enough, so Public Health England recommend a Vitamin D supplement.

Safe Sun Exposure

While there are benefits to sun exposure, there are also risks to be aware of. Dr Perry warns:

“There is no such thing as a healthy sun tan. A tan is a response to DNA damage whether you get it on the beach, on a sunbed or through incidental exposure. Tans are caused by harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun and if you have one, you’ve sustained skin cell damage. Such damage is instrumental in the development of skin cancer and it also accelerates skin ageing so you’ll have more lines, wrinkles and age spots.

“Seek a high SPF sunscreen (with a SPF of at least 30) and look for a 5-star UVA rating, which indicates maximum protection against UV rays.”

Private Mole Checks & Removal

The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company which is best known for mole removal. The team of dotors and surgeons offer mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma etc) at 5 mole removal clinics in London and Bristol.

London Mole Removal Centre also offers:

• Private treatment in comfortable surroundings
• No waiting lists for fast treatment
• Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation
• Clinics in London and also Bristol
• Removed moles tested with report provided

For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.

We’re used to reading about the dangers of sun exposure, but researchers at Sweden’s ­Karolinska Institute now say that avoiding the sun can be as bad for you as smoking, as the sun has a series of health benefits that you could be missing out on if you stay indoors. 

The feature entitled “13 reasons why spending time in the sunshine is good for your health” gives 13 ways in which the sun can be beneficial for health including some surprising insights from scientific research from around the world:

1. Easier to wake gradually by teh sun’s light
2. Your skin can benefit. Dr Ross Perry gave expert advice:
   

   “In some people sun exposure can improve skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis. Just be careful not to overdo it and never risk burning.”

3. Boosts mood, thanks to serotonin production
4. Increases likelihood of conception
5. Lower body fat is related to good vitamin D
6. Reduces blood pressure (lower risk of heart disease and stroke)
7. Lower risk of dementia is related to good vitamin D
8. Anti-cancer properties of vitamin D
9. Flirting is more likely to be successful on a sunny day!
10. Vitamin D is linked to bone health
11. Longer life expectancy for active women who spend time in the sun
12. Sun eases muscle discomfort and helps relaxation
13. Reduced risk of gum disease

It’s good to read about the benefits of a bit of sun, but the dangers of sun exposure should not be forgotten.  Dr Ross Perry reminds Mirror readers that very little sun is required to get the health benefits, saying:

“Exposure of arms and legs two or three times a week for 15-20 minutes is enough to produce adequate vitamin D.”

So a good high factor sun protection and sensible exposure practices are still to be used.

Read the full article at https://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/health/13-reasons-spending-time-sunshine-12930217

Private Mole Checks & Removal

The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company which is best known for mole removal. The team of dotors and surgeons offer mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma etc) at 5 mole removal clinics in London and Bristol.

London Mole Removal Centre also offers:

• Private treatment in comfortable surroundings
• No waiting lists for fast treatment
• Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation
• Clinics in London and also Bristol
• Removed moles tested with report provided

For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.

Tracy Kiss at Cosmedics Skin Clinics

Blogger, vlogger, journalist, TV personality and personal trainer Tracy Kiss visited Cosmedics Skin Clinics to have mole removal with Dr Ross Perry – an experience she shared in a video.

Tracy is known for her blogs and vlogs about beauty, fashion, lifestyle, fitness and food.

She visited Dr Ross Perry at the London Mole Removal Centre to have two bothersome moles removed – a large and hairy mole on the back of her arm, then another raised mole at the back of her neck which caused problems by catching when brushing her hair, or snagging on jewellery.

Both moles were removed under local anaesthetic, making the procedures entirely painless.

A ‘shave excision’ technique was used, which cut the moles off using a special blade. This revealed a precise surface graze which was then cauterised to stop any bleeding and the wounds were covered with a small plaster.

The procedures were very quick as Tracy says:

“The process itself took around half an hour for the consultation and removal of both of my moles.”

Both moles were then sent to an independent, specialist lab for testing – a precaution which Cosmedics offer to all their patients.

Mole Removal Diary

Read Tracy’s full blog together with before and after photos during the healing at

https://www.tracykiss.com/beauty/cosmedics-skin-clinic-mole-removal/

Private Mole Checks & Removal

The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company, offering mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (e.g. cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma, xanthelasma). All consultations and treatments are carried out in person by doctors who are specially trained in the latest laser and skin surgery techniques and are highly experienced in the field.

Further advantages of private treatment at the London Mole Removal Centre include:

• No waiting lists
• Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation
• Choice of clinics in London and also Bristol
• Removed moles tested with report provided

For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.

An article in The Independent entitled ‘What is melanoma and what are the early signs of skin cancer?’ explores the disease which accounts for over 15 thousand new cases in the UK each year. 

Dr Ross Perry provided advice on the issues relating to sun exposure and tanning, saying:

“There is no such thing as a healthy sun tan. A tan is a response to DNA damage, whether you get it on the beach, on a sunbed, or through incidental exposure. Tans are caused by harmful UV radiation from the sun, and if you have one, you’ve sustained skin cell damage.”

Categories of Melanoma

Melanoma begins in melanocytes, which are the cells that produce the pigmentation (colouring) in the skin, hair and eyes. Melanocytes form moles, where melanoma often develops. That’s why moles are considered to be a risk factor for melanoma.

The article explained that although the skin is the most commonly affected area for melanoma, there are other rarer forms which can affect other areas:

• Cutaneous Melanoma is melanoma of the skin. This is the most common form of the disease as the skin is where the highest number of pigment cells are found
• Mucosal Melanoma can occur in any mucous membrane of the body e.g. the nasal passages, throat, vagina, anus, mouth
• Ocular Melanoma, is a rare form of melanoma that occurs in the eye; as is conjunctival melanoma

Signs of Cutaneous Melanoma

A changing or suspicious mole or unusual blemish/lesion are the most common signs of melanoma. Although most moles are harmless, it is important to be alert for any new moles or any changes in colour, size or shape. Itchy, sore or bleeding blemishes are also a possible sign.

The advice for anyone concerned about odd moles or skin blemishes is to see a doctor as soon as possible. This will hopefully put the mind at rest, but if a referral is required, it is best done as early as possible.

Read article in full at https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/skin-cancer-melanoma-symptoms-check-moles-b1638574.html

Melanoma Removal

Melanomas caught at the earliest stage can be treated with mole removal surgery.

Early intervention has excellent outcomes and in many cases no further treatment is required. However, as melanoma progresses and spreads, the chances of a positive outcome decline.

Many clients opt to have moles removed purely for cosmetic reasons, which can be done in private mole removal clinics such as The London Mole Removal Centre.

Private Mole Checks & Removal

The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company, offering mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (e.g. cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma, xanthelasma).

All consultations and treatments are carried out in person by doctors who are specially trained in the latest laser and skin surgery techniques and are highly experienced in the field.

Further advantages of private treatment at the London Mole Removal Centre include:

• No waiting lists
• Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation
• Locations in London and Bristol
• Removed moles tested with report provided
• Mole testing can be arranged

For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.

Dr Ross Perry, founder of Cosmedics Skin Clinics and the London Mole Removal Centre, was invited to run a live Mole Clinic on ITV’s This Morning with Dr Chris Steele. 

The feature started with a review of what suspicious signs to look for in worrying moles, before reviewing viewers’ own moles in a live ‘mole clinic’.

Normal vs Worrying Moles

Dr Chris Steele said that a normal mole has the following features:

• Edges – nice, round and even
• Shape – can be round or oval
• Symmetrical
• Colour – same, even tone and hue

Worrying Moles

The worrying warning signs to look for are:

• Size – fast growth or unusually large
• Colour – changing colour or variation of colours within the mole
• Behaviour – itching, bleeding, scabbing or oozing

Mole Clinic

Dr Ross Perry reviewed 3 viewers’ moles

1. Protruding mole – not deemed to be risky, but Ross picked up another mole on the patient’s back which he said needed keeping an eye on. He suggested:
   “What you’re looking for is the funny mole or the that’s just different from all the others. It’s change that’s the most important thing.”
2. Irregular mole – this patient’s mum had experienced Melanoma so she knew the risks and signs. Ross said:
   “…she’s done all the right things. She’s identified the risks – it’s changing, getting bigger, she’s got a family history – so you’ve done exactly the right thing coming in to get it checked out – and it does have a little bit of an irregular edge to it and it does have a little bit of darker shading in the middle of it – but it is absolutely fine – but there’s no reason for her not to keep monitoring it cos it could change still further.”
3. Skin cancer – this patient had experienced skin cancer. After her first referral to a dermatologist, she was dismissed; but as the mole continued to change, she returned and was told it had progressed to stage 2 skin cancer, which led to skin surgery and further treatment to remove the cancer. Ross said:
   “You did exactly the right thing again. If moles keep changing, you have to revisit your doctor. It’s as simple as that and luckily you did it.”

Check for Skin Cancer

Even with the best suncare habits, regular ‘top to toe’ skin checks are highly recommended to spot changing moles or unusual skin lesions. Dr Ross Perry suggests making a note of any concerns and checking in 3 months time so that you can identify the changes. You can even take pictures and use a ruler to measure and record the mole for comparison.

Melanomas caught at the earliest stage can be treated with mole removal surgery. Early intervention has excellent outcomes and in many cases no further treatment is required. However, as melanoma progresses and spreads, the chances of a positive outcome decline.

Private Mole Checks & Removal

The London Mole Removal Centre is a private company, offering mole checks and treatment for unwanted moles and other skin lesions (e.g. cysts, skin tags, warts, verruca, lipoma, xanthelasma) at 5 mole removal clinics.

All consultations and treatments are carried out in person by doctors who are specially trained in the latest laser and skin surgery techniques and are highly experienced in the field.

Further advantages of private treatment at the London Mole Removal Centre include:

• No waiting lists
• Moles can often be removed in the same appointment as the consultation
• Choice of clinics in London and also Bristol
• Removed moles tested with report provided

For more information or to book a consultation, please complete the form on this web page or call 020 7731 3791.