Author: Sarah
The top 5 causes of WRINKLES!
We all get wrinkle formation eventually, but what are the top 5 causes of wrinkles? What are Wrinkles? When we are young, we don’t have wrinkles because skin does the job of stretching and holding in moisture. The dermis has an elastic quality thanks to fibres called elastin that keep the skin looking and feeling young. A…
3 most popular areas for anti wrinkle injections
Anti wrinkle injections in the form of Botox, Bocoture, Azzalure, and others have been around in the cosmetic industry for many years. Why you might need it As we get older, our faces show the effects of time. Simply laughing and frowning, or smoking and sun damage, exposes us to fine lines and wrinkles. There…
Botulinum Toxin Brands
Most people have heard of the Botox brand and ask for it by name, but there are many other botulinum toxin brands available and used in the UK. What are the different botulinum toxin brands, and how are they different? Three most common wrinkle areas for treatment are, ‘crows feet’ around the eyes, ‘frown lines’ and…
What is anti wrinkle treatment?
Wrinkles are part of the ageing process. They can be attributed to sun damage, effects of gravity and muscle contraction resulting from facial expressions such as frowning and laughing. Wrinkles due to the effects of gravity represent natural sagging of tissue with age and are generally only improved by surgical tightening procedures. Wrinkles caused by…
My Top 3 Aesthetic Treatments
Throughout all my years of carrying out aesthetic treatments the main 2 have always been Botox and Dermal Fillers. With so many new brands and choices now on the market its difficult to say which come top so I managed to use a report on my very technical booking system lol! Number 3 Deso Fat…
Does Microneedling Hurt?
Many people swear by microneedling (also known as dermal rollering, micro needling and skin needling) as the miracle skincare treatment due to its ability to diminish wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, and enhance skin elasticity, plumpness and give pure radiance to your complexion. But considering the fact that tiny needles puncture the skin in…
7 ways to keep your skin safe this summer!
What is dangerous about the Sun Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a form of non-ionizing radiation that is emitted by the sun and artificial sources, such as tanning beds. While it has some benefits for people, including the creation of Vitamin D, it also can cause serious health risks and premature ageing of the skin. Risks of UV…
What is Cosmeceutical Skincare?
Cosmeceuticals are a combination of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. They are products which offer the clinical strength of prescription treatments, but are designed for everyday use to enhance the skin at home. Most simply the difference between cosmeceuticals and ‘off-the-shelf’ cosmetic products is that cosmeceuticals contain far higher levels of biologically active ingredients and substances that…
How to address Ageing of the eye area
Ageing of the eyes. The area framing the eye, or periorbital area, is one of the most expressive and important facial areas. Understanding the ageing of the eye can help us maintain the vitality of this crucial region. It is the first facial area people look at when meeting someone for the first time A…
PDO Thread Lift
What Is a PDO Thread Lift? Skin loses its elasticity over time and allows gravity to take its effect on fat pads under the skin, resulting in sagging of the cheeks, jawline and neck. The facial structure and contour changes, creating a ‘triange’ outline rather than a more youthful ‘V’ face shape. PDO thread lifts…
7 Alternative treatments for wrinkles
Some clients either don’t want Botox or may not be suitable to have treatment with botulinum toxin. Therefore here are 7 alternative treatments to consider. 1. Cosmeceutical Skincare Choosing the right skincare on a daily basis is just as good for your skin as getting an in clinic treatment. Off the shelf and most ‘over…
