Non-Laser Treatments

Dermal Fillers:

These are substances which are identical to those found naturally in the skin and are an instant way to soften lines and folds in the skin. Fillers can be used to treat frown lines, lip lines - almost any line, wrinkle or fold in the face can be treated with a filler. They can also be used to add volume to the cheeks or enhance the lips, accentuating the lip line or creating full sensuous lips.

Fillers work by physically supporting the skin directly under the line or fold, lifting and softening its appearance. To ensure comfort throughout the procedure the area can be numbed with local anaesthetic.

The two most common fillers available are:

Collagen – a substance found naturally in the skin

which gives it natural elasticity. A patch test is

required before treatment.

Hyaluronic Acid – a substance found naturally

in the skin, knees and joints. No patch test is

required.

Results are instant and can last from six months

to two years, depending on the area treated and

type of filler used. Common side effects are

redness, swelling, and sometimes bruising for a

few days up to a week after treatment. This can be

camouflaged with make-up.

Some fillers can be reversed and with these you can

be reassured that on the very rare occasion you are

not comfortable with your new appearance we are able

to restore you to your original look.

Dermal fillers can also be used to plump out and revitalise

the skin on the back of the hands, neck and décolletage to

make it appear more youthful and vibrant.

Sculptra® - As a result of the natural aging process your skin loses its elasticity, and fat loss around the face can result in sagging of the skin as it loses underlying support. Sculptra® aims to achieve more than simply filling wrinkles by helping restore this lost volume and underling support. It works by encouraging your own body to produce collagen. This collagen is replaced gradually over two to three months and the effects may last up to three years. On average you will require three treatments over a three to four month period; the results are seen gradually with the final result seen at around ten months.

Wrinkle relaxing injections:

These are used to smooth facial expression lines formed by moving the underling muscles. The commonly affected areas we treat are the forehead (frown lines) and the eyes (laughter lines or crow’s feet|, but we can also treat other areas of the face. We can soften neck lines and upper lip lines, correct a dimpled chin, lift the eyebrows, lift the corners of the mouth and reduce a gummy smile. BOTOX® injections contain a protein derivative of botulinum toxin which when injected into the muscle blocks the signal from the nerve to the muscle preventing it from moving, relaxing the overlying skin and smoothing the wrinkles.

Treatment involves a number of small injections which are relatively comfortable and take approximately fifteen minutes to carry out. The results can be seen in one to two weeks and can last up to six months.

There are few side effects of treatment - redness and sometimes bruising at the injection sites. This usually disappears after a few days.

Skin peels:

Chemical peels are treatments which remove the upper dead layers of the skin to reveal the new radiant skin underneath. By stimulating new skin growth a peel restores a more youthful appearance, softening fine lines, improving skin tone and correcting uneven pigmentation. Peels are useful for sun damaged, blotchy skin and acne scarring .

The treatment involves the application of an acid solution to the surface of the skin to remove its upper layers. Common side effects include redness, slight stinging and increased sensitivity to sunlight. These are all temporary and can be concealed with make-up.

There are three main categories of peel: superficial, medium and deep peels.

Superficial peels

These usually involve glycolic acid to remove only the outer layers of skin. They are often referred to as lunch-time peels as they have very few side effects. The benefits can last up to six weeks after each peel but a course of six peels (one every two weeks)is recommended for the optimum results and are best combined with a specific skin-care routine commenced prior to the peels. Treatment takes around fifteen minutes and the skin may become red, dry or flaky for a couple of days after treatment. We offer superficial peels from leading brands including Jan Marini, Mene and Moy and Dermaceutics.

Medium peels

We offer medium depth peels using TCA (trichloracetic acid) or the ICP system.

Deep peels

The deeper the peel the more dramatic the results but the greater the number of side effects, so you will require some time out of the public eye. We will advise you on each of the available options (including laser options) together with the pros and cons of each treatment.

Glycolic facials

Mild glycolic facials leave the skin soft and bright, not red and flaky. They are an ideal option or introductory treatment for those patients who are a little apprehensive about a skin peel.

Excessive sweating: This is also known as hyperhidrosis and can be uncomfortable or embarrassing. We can use BOTOX® or Dysport® therapy to block the signals from the nerves which stimulate the sweat glands, thus reducing the sweating.

Treatment involves an initial test where the treatment area (often the axilla or armpit) is wiped with iodine and then starch is applied - the more sweaty areas become darker. These darker areas are then injected with the drug to block the signals. The results can take two to three weeks to become noticeable and then may last between six and twelve months.

Cosmeceuticals: Cosmeceuticals are skin care products which contain active ingredients in a form which can be absorbed into the skin. Many over the counter products contain similar ingredients but they contain a lower dose of the active ingredients or are unable to penetrate through the skin.

The products we recommend will improve your skin's health through their preventive, protective and corrective properties. We will prescribe a skin care regime tailor made for your skin type or problem.

We use leading skincare brands including Jan Marini, Skinceuticals and Agera and are pleased to offer a new organic paraben free cosmeceutical suitable for even the most sensitive skin.

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