HEALTH+WELLNESS
FACE THE NEXT DECADE CONT.
Award-winning aesthetic doctor, Christine Or of Dr.Christine Medical Aesthetics,
Tunbridge Wells (www.drchristine.co.uk), is the go-to doctor for the 8 point lift in
Kent and takes a ‘less is more’ approach to create a natural, fresher and more
rested appearance for her patients. “Typically patients come to me feeling that
they look tired or sad with sagging of the jowls. They are looking for a lift, to
look less tired or to restore lost volume in the face.” The 8 point lift is ideal to
restore volume loss in the temples, cheeks and midface, soften the nose to mouth
lines and marionette lines, lift mild jowls, restore a downturned mouth, sculpt
the chin and define the jawline.
Unlike traditional surgical facelifts, there is little or no downtime with the 8 point
lift, and the results are immediate, lasting around 18 months.
The Hydra-Facial
It is estimated that a HydraFacial is performed, somewhere in the world, every
15 seconds, which works out to around 2 million treatments globally every year.
In 2017 the global rates topped the number of Botox administered in the US
and it is no surprise to award-winning, Greenhithe-based, Elite Aesthetics' Dr
Shirin Lakhani (www.elite-aesthetics.co.uk) that the HydraFacial is steadily becoming
the go-to treatment over Botox with clinic regulars.
firm and dull. Injectable skin boosters improve the hydration and density of the
skin, diminish fine lines and give the complexion a youthful glow. The procedure
is safe, effective and non-permanent.”
Mesotherapy:
Taking the injectable moisturiser to the next level, literally, Mesotherapy offers
a bespoke cocktail of vitamins, minerals, hormones, amino acids, antioxidants
and plant extracts, which are injected into the middle layer (mesoderm) of the
skin. Mesotherapy can be used for a much wider range of conditions such as
pigmentation, scars, cellulite, stretchmarks, and alopecia; as well as improving
lacklustre skin through its cutting-edge micro-needling technology that stimulates
collagen production and improves circulation.
Named as Best Clinic in the South of England at the prestigious Aesthetic Awards,
Kings Hill-based Illuminate Skin & Wellness (www.illuminateskinclinic.co.uk) offers
mesotherapy with over 14 different biorevitalisation blends; containing hyaluronic
acid, organic silicium and other bioactive ingredients, that can be used to treat
skin hydration, loose or sagging skin, pigmentation, hair loss, stretch marks,
cellulite, fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness, or dark circles.
The tailored individualised treatment begins with a numbing cream, before a
series of small injections help to rebalance HA production, stimulate collagen
production and improve skin hydration in this popular and gentler alternative
to Botox and fillers.
Facial Contouring
The evolution of fat-blasting injections, face freezing anti-wrinkle jabs and tailored
fillers means you no longer have to go under the knife to achieve face-lift results.
Facial contouring uses a combination of anti-wrinkle injectables such as Botox,
to help smooth skin and prevent further lines and wrinkles appearing, with dermal
fillers (utilising HA) are used to enhance your skin’s volume and shape, leading
to a plumper, more youthful appearance.
An excellent way to change the shape of your face and jaw, without doing
anything drastic or permanent; women tend to opt for defined cheeks or chins
- to balance the profile and achieve facial symmetry; whilst men can achieve the
chiselled jaw look, with the added option of a chin dimple.
The 8 Point Lift
The 8 point lift is a non-surgical facelift using the most advanced dermal filler
injection techniques to create a subtle lift and natural rejuvenation. Dermal filler
is injected at 8 suggested strategic points in the face, although not all points need
to be injected in everyone. The 45 minute procedure is a bespoke treatment
tailored to the individual and the results depend on the practitioner’s artistic eye
as well as technical skills.
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Utlising a medical-grade hydradermabrasion device that cleanses, exfoliates and
infuses the skin with intense serums, it is a far less abrasive facial approach than
the skin-blasting, old-school, traditional dermabrasion. Instead the vortex
technology works in a more gentler approach to deep cleanse skin, vacuum out
pores and exfoliate dead skin, whilst simultaneously pushing in actives to moisturise,
brighten and plump. The facial, which uses products from the ZO Skin Health
range (designed by renowned skincare specialist, Dr Zein Obagi), harness botanical
ingredients containing nutrients such as hyaluronic acid, horse chestnut seed
extract, red algae extract, copper, zinc and magnesium peptides, delivering them
to where they do the most good. In addition, HydraFacial also delivers powerful
antioxidants to counteract damage by free radicals – from pollution, sun and
stress – which can degrade the skin and accelerate the ageing process.
If the thought of needles are a step too far in your face journey, or you are looking
to begin with a less invasive procedure, the HydraFacial is a perfect first-step
treatment; it is suitable for all skin types, offers immediate results, has no downtime
and can be tailored to address specific skin concerns such as acne, rosacea,
inflammation, fine lines and wrinkles.
Before undertaking any treatment, do your research, attend consultations and
importantly ensure that your chosen clinic is fully regulated and overseen by
medically qualified practitioners.