There’s no doubt in my mind that using a good skincare regime with effective cosmeceuticals benefits skin immensely. The problem is, the timescale needed to reap real benefits isn’t always reflected by the manufacturer’s claims, or the media’s enthusiasm, come to that. There are too many ‘miracle’ creams on the market promising dramatic, visible skin improvements after a mere two …
‘Botox’ – correction or prevention?
Most people see botulinum toxin (often incorrectly referred to as ‘Botox’ following one of the brand names) as something for correcting significant lines and wrinkles once they are older. In clinic I often hear sentences like “When I am 50 or 60 years old, I might go for ‘botox’, but at the moment I am way too young”. Botulinum toxin is …
Gently round your lips with a `keyhole surgery` like approach
With age, our lips gradually become thinner, less rounded and might develop fine vertical lines on and around them. So for a truly holistic facial rejuvenation process, we need to address this lip ‘deflation’. However, understandably most people do not want to have their lips augmented, fearing that it will be obvious to others and also painful to do. That’s …
The Beauty of Age Research Project
Are you a woman over sixty, interested in skincare and the management of the effects of skin ageing? The Centre for Fashion Science at London College of Fashion is currently researching the beauty of age, an increasingly important aspect of contemporary culture. The Centre is looking for female volunteers aged sixty and over. Researchers are interested in hearing from two …
Tackle pigmentation issues
Irregular pigmentation is a common concern for my patients. It can affect people of any ages, ethnicities and skin types, although darker complexions are more prone. Hyperpigmentation occurs when the skin produces too much pigment (melanin) – for example in response to UV exposure, hormonal fluctuations and inflammation (e.g. after acne). There are some effective treatments on the market such …