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Ear drops vs. cotton buds: how to clean your ears

Learn about ear drops vs. cotton buds, why cotton buds inside ear canals are risky, how ear drops soften wax and when to seek medical advice.

Siberian ginseng vs. Korean ginseng: which is right for you?

Discover the differences between Siberian ginseng vs. Korean ginseng . Our guide covers the benefits, unwanted effects and tips for your routine

What is biohacking – and how can it help?

You may have heard of biohacking, but what does it actually involve, and is it worth trying? We check out the evidence

Marine vs. bovine collagen: which is for you?

Are you looking into marine vs. bovine collagen for beauty and wellness? Discover the key differences and benefits with our expert guidance

What does mouth tape do & is it safe?

Seen mouth taping all over social media? We look at what it is, whether it’s safe to try for sleep & what the evidence actually says

Understanding sea moss

What’s the hype about sea moss? This guide explores potential benefits, risks and how to include it in a wellness routine

How to avoid athlete's foot at the gym

Wondering how to avoid athlete's foot at the gym? Learn hygiene tips for showers, locker rooms, mats and kit, plus when to seek medical advice

Lion’s mane vs. moringa: a practical guide for your wellbeing 

Lion’s mane vs. moringa explained: how these supplements compare, how they are used and when to speak to a health professional

Can oversleeping make you tired?

Is oversleeping bad? Is sleeping too much causing me to feel more tired? And how can I improve my sleep schedule? We answer all these questions & more…

Energy gel vs. energy drink: choosing your mid-race fuel

Energy gel vs. energy drink? Learn the key differences between them, when to take each and how to build a mid-race fuelling plan that suits you

Rabies vaccination for travel

Learn about rabies symptoms, treatment & vaccination for travel. Book a travel vaccination consultation at Boots

Hydrocortisone cream vs. antihistamine vs. soothing creams

Learn about hydrocortisone vs. antihistamine vs. soothing creams, when to try them and the ideal anti-itch skin cream for your particular issue

Electrolytes & hydration products

Shop the new range available at Boots

Staying hydrated and using electrolytes for workouts

Support energy, endurance and recovery with electrolytes and hydration for workouts. Discover advice and practical tips from Boots

Skin Condition Diagnosis Service

Can antioxidants help your skin?

From vitamin C to green tea extract, here’s the lowdown on antioxidants

Dermatological skincare

Get to know your skin with expert advice, products & services

Mole Scanning Service

Hydration in hot weather: essential tips for summer

Stay hydrated in hot weather with advice from Boots. Find simple ways to hydrate, how to spot early warning signs and when to get medical help

Hydration and appetite: signs that you may need more water

Learn about the link between hydration and appetite, recognise the signs of low hydration and discover whether drinking water for weight loss works

Understanding hay fever

At Boots, we have advice & products to help you manage hay fever

Hay Fever Treatment Service

When does hay fever start & end in the UK?

Before pollen takes over your plans, here’s when hay fever season starts & ends in the UK & how to prepare early…

Allergy & hay fever

Shop our range of allergy & hay fever relief products

Tips to soothe hay fever

From pollen protection to treatment options, explore ways to help calm your hay fever symptoms

Does showering wash off pollen?

Wash, rinse… relief? Find out how shower power could be the secret to stopping pollen at the door

Can menopause affect hay fever?

Hay fever feeling harder to manage lately? Menopause may be one of the reasons why…

Hay fever in babies & children

Learn more about the causes of allergies & how to treat symptoms

Antihistamine tablets and other hay fever relief

Get expert advice on choosing the right hay fever medication. Explore antihistamine tablets, creams and other hay fever relief tips with Boots

Can diet help your hay fever?

With the hay fever season starting early this year, could your diet be the key to reducing your symptoms? We check out the evidence

What is an anaphylactic shock?

Familiarise yourself with the causes & symptoms

What is asthma?

Asthma symptoms, causes & treatments explained. Get advice on triggers, asthma attacks & managing asthma well