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Emily Jane Bashforth
Feature Writer
Emily is a Feature Writer with Patient, writing articles on a variety of topics relating to health and well-being.
Emily also works as a writer, creator and advocate outside of Patient, specialising in mental health, LGBTQ+, and lifestyle content.
Her work is featured in the likes of MetroUK, GLAMOUR, iNews, PinkNews, Bustle, LGBTQ Nation, Wellby, Wellcome Collection, and InspireTheMind.
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If you have black skin, there are certain habits you can adopt in order to keep your skin feeling and looking healthy, and to avoid problems during the cold winter. Getting to know your skin and how it changes throughout the year, and also how different products work, can help you construct a trusty routine to keep your skin hydrated and happy.