Dr Anna Hemming, MBChB BSc DFFP MRCGP, is the award-winning Medical Director and founder of Thames Skin Clinic in Twickenham. A medical doctor since 2002, she has practised aesthetic medicine since 2008 and has been recognised with Best Medical Practitioner awards in 2025 and 2026, alongside Best Injectable Results at the Aesthetic Awards 2025. She specialises in doctor-led skin health, acne, rosacea, pigmentation, collagen stimulation and natural aesthetic restoration.
Teen acne during puberty is driven by the surge of hormones during teenage years, typically appearing on the forehead, nose and upper cheeks. Hormonal acne in adults is triggered by ongoing hormonal
Persistent facial redness and broken blood vessels can both be linked to a skin condition called rosacea. Rosacea affects an estimated 1 in 10 people in the UK, and for many, it can feel impossible
Acne is one of those skin concerns that affects far more people than most realise. At Thames Skin Clinic in Twickenham, we treat teenagers dealing with their first breakouts all the way through to adults
When we think about acne, we commonly think about our teenage selves. However, it is really important to remember that many people in their 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond still experience acne. It is very
One of the most common triggers for rosacea flare-ups is sun exposure. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can make blood vessels in the skin more reactive, leading to increased inflammation and redness. For
There is a link between menopause and rosacea due to the hormonal changes that take place, which can make the condition more noticeable or trigger flare-ups. We will discuss how menopause and hormonal
Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory condition that involves recurring skin changes on the face. Many people ask what causes rosacea on the face and why symptoms such as redness, visible blood vessels
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions in the UK, affecting teenagers and adults alike, yet it is also one of the most misunderstood. Every form of acne has a different cause, pattern and solution.
Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition, but it’s often overlooked or misdiagnosed in people with darker skin tones. Because traditional descriptions focus on redness and flushing, rosacea
Rosacea is a common but often misunderstood skin condition that causes redness, visible blood vessels, and sensitivity, especially across the cheeks, nose and chin. While there isn’t a permanent cure,
Rosacea is often thought of as an adult condition, but teenagers can get rosacea too. At Thames Skin Clinic, we occasionally see teenagers, sometimes as young as 13 or 14, showing early signs of rosacea.
Rosacea is one of the most common causes of facial redness, yet many people don’t realise they have it. If your skin blushes easily, feels sensitive or stays persistently red across the cheeks, nose
