Articles written by Dr Maureen Allem on Skin Online
Dr Maureen is a highly respected aesthetic practitioner in the field of holistic aesthetic and anti-ageing medicine in South Africa, with over 25 years of experience. She is known for combining innovative facial rejuvenation techniques with functional medicine, consistently impacting her field.-
HealthMenstruation: Is It Messing With Your Brain Functioning?
Contrary to myth, menstrual cycles don’t cause brain fog; sleep issues and stress are the real culprits behind cognitive lapses.
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HealthCancers: Top 3 That Most Commonly Affect Women
Early detection saves lives. Discover the top 3 rising cancers in women—colon, thyroid, and endometrial—and how screening and lifestyle changes help prevent them.
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Treatments
Wrinkle Removing Treatments: Our Top Five Trending Now
From sunscreen and retinol to lasers, injectables, and collagen supplements—discover proven wrinkle treatments that truly stand the test of time.
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Treatments
Breakouts and acne: professional treatments to help clear the skin
Breakouts and acne can affect teens and adults alike. Follow Fatima’s skincare journey and learn how peels and doctor-led care can help clear your skin.
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Treatments
Quick fixes: injectables for ageing with no fuss or downtime
Quick-fix injectables for men reduce wrinkles & restore volume—fast, discreet, and natural-looking results. Start early, stay sharp, and choose safety first.
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Treatments
Eye bags, dark circles what is the difference and how to treat them?
Dark circles and eye bags are often misunderstood. Discover the real causes—from volume loss to ageing—and explore expert-led solutions that really work.
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Health
Autoimmune Diseases: What are they and are you at risk?
Unexplained fatigue, joint pain, and skin issues could point to autoimmune disease—an often undiagnosed condition where your immune system turns on your own body. Functional medicine offers a powerful, personalised approach to managing symptoms and uncovering root causes. Don’t ignore persistent signs—your body may be trying to tell you something important.
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Conditions TreatmentsAgeing Eyes: The Non-Surgical Saviours That Keep Time at Bay
Ageing eyes can appear faster than you expect, with volume loss, lines, and hollows revealing your age before you're ready. Discover modern, non-surgical solutions like neurotoxin treatments, Jett Plasma, dermal fillers, and energy-based devices that restore youthful volume, lift, and brightness to tired, ageing eyes.
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Treatments
Injectables: Why are they just not working as they should!
Anti-wrinkle injections not working? It could be timing, dosage, resistance or technique. Learn how to get better results with expert aesthetic care.
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Conditions TreatmentsPigmentation, all you need to know about diagnosis and treatment
Pigmentation is tough to treat. Learn what causes it, how to prevent it, and why doctor-led treatments and daily SPF are key to clearer, even-toned skin.
