9 May 2012
The Well of Joy Foundation The Well of Joy Foundation, founded by Terina Denny, Dr Preema Vig, Dr Toni Phillips and Dr Stefanie Williams who between them have a diverse range of professional skills and expertise within the medical aesthetics industry. The objective is to educate the public about medical aesthetics not being all about [...]
4 May 2012
HOW TO LOOK GOOD IN A HAT Yes, the ‘Dressing Up’ season is here again – great events such as Henley and Glyndebourne are now looming on the horizon – not to mention the numerous wedding and garden party invitations that are now flooding through your letter box. Or, you might be going to just [...]
30 Apr 2012
Simplyhealth’s Annual Dental Survey has revealed that dentists could be doing more to provide clear and transparent information to their patients. The survey of 11,785 British adults found that 48% of those who visit the dentist haven’t ever noticed that dental prices are clearly displayed or explained by their dentist. Only 27% said that during [...]
27 Apr 2012
The Artiste System is an innovative device that enables clinicians to inject dermal fillers and other sterile materials with increased control for more consistent delivery and a new level of performance. Findings from the three-center, 52-subject study1 showed that clinicians significantly favored Artiste over manual injection, particularly with regard to the following key attributes: • [...]
26 Apr 2012
Whether you’re planning your summer holiday or simply preparing for some warm weather at home, it’s time to think sun lotion. There’s a vast array available so which is best?
24 Apr 2012
Plastic surgeons in the UK have welcomed the withdrawal of a so-called “lunchtime boob job” treatment. Macrolane, an injectable filler meant to be used for body contouring, had been marketed as a temporary breast enlarger but its manufacturers have now discontinued it for such purposes. There are not thought to be safety concerns, but it [...]
18 Apr 2012
By Olga Achou Filling your plate with colourful fruits and veggies doesn’t just make your plate look pretty – it also provides antioxidants and other health-enhancing vitamins and minerals. We get different nutrients from different foods, so eating a variety of produce in different colours is one of the easiest ways to ensure we’re getting [...]
18 Apr 2012
No matter what your age, what your sex or how confident you are everyone has a part of their body they hate. Whether it’s boobs, bellys, noses, hair (or lack of it!), feet or ears there’s always a part of us that we wish we could change. But what are the most hated ‘bits’? A [...]
12 Apr 2012
The economy may be shrinking but so are waistlines around the UK, in particular male ones. In spite of a climate of financial austerity and a burgeoning breast implant scandal over the last year, Britons have clearly not lost faith in the benefits of cosmetic surgery. Audit figures from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic [...]
6 Apr 2012
Your free online magazine for April is now available to view! You won’t want to miss it’s review of the best sun lotions, a look at the hot summer trends and some exclusive cosmetic offers, including discounts on wrinkle relaxing. Click on the cover image to open it up in a new window. Enjoy!
2 Apr 2012
SEE YOURSELF IN PRINT? Print trends this season have an ethnic edge. Tribal, Animal and Aztec influences are awash over everything from suit jackets to bangles. Organic browns, deep reds and earth tones are the most popular colours, although brights have their place too. Washed-out palettes tone down all-over prints on jeans and tailored trousers. [...]
2 Apr 2012
Clinical research has discovered people are three times more likely to suffer from severe gum disease if they are dependent on alcohol compared to an occasional drinker. Presented in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology, the research also discovered when combined with smoking, the chances of developing severe gum disease further increased. While gum disease may [...]
28 Mar 2012
The Commons Health Committee has condemned the stance taken by the NHS towards PIP Implants. Patients who had implants privately can have them removed, but not replaced, on the NHS if the clinic will not help. The Committee said that meant patients being operated on twice – once to remove and then again to replace [...]
23 Mar 2012
At this time of year, eyes can look tired and in need of refreshment.Many people also notice this area is the first to show the signs of ageing, due to the thinness of the skin. However, there is a new treatment designed to tighten and refresh the skin the around the eyes. Using EndyMed 3DEEP [...]
22 Mar 2012
Varicose veins and spider veins are not only unsightly – they can cause uncomfortable feelings in the legs. If there are symptoms from spider veins, most often they will be itching or burning. So London Bridge Plastic Surgery are pleased to welcome Dr Florian Netzer MD, specialist in scar-free minimally invasive removal of varicose veins, [...]
19 Mar 2012
SilDerm Group, the UK’s leading cosmeceutical company, have just launched SilDerm™-Celfix™, a range of new DNA based skin treatments that use natural enzymes to repair the fine lines, wrinkles and age spots caused by the damaging effects of the sun. As we get older our skin changes dramatically, losing elasticity and developing wrinkles and colour [...]
19 Mar 2012
SilkPeel Dermalinfusion is the next generation of skin rejuvenation techniques that has just been officially launched into the UK by SilDerm Group. This new innovative system combines a non-invasive exfoliation of the stratum corneum with simultaneous infusion of clinically proven nutrient rich skin treatments deep into the epidermal/dermal layer to revitalise the appearance of the [...]
19 Mar 2012
Dr Brian Franks training courses will show the clinician how to assess the face as well as providing comprehensive hands on training; be competent in their new ability and satisfy the client with realistic outcomes. Dr Franks Facial Aesthetics Courses provide a high level of training, everyone who attends our courses is confident and competent [...]
16 Mar 2012
By Kim Pearson Even the word ‘cellulite’ is enough to make many of us women shudder. There’s nothing attractive about dimply thighs and it can make us feel self conscious and reluctant to wear the clothes we want to, come the summer months. The good news is, you can get rid of it! With a [...]
16 Mar 2012
The British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN) will hold its 3rd Annual Conference at IET London, 2 Savoy Place, London WC2, on Saturday 6th October. The BACN welcomes members and non-members and the event is open to anyone interested in the aesthetics field. Established two years ago, the BACN now has a membership of over [...]
13 Mar 2012
While Mother’s Day has become a commercial holiday, the original intent is still to honour all mums on a special day of thanks for everything they do. Every son and daughter will be trying to select a gift which is thoughtful and useful to let mum know how much they care. IMAGE skincare wants to [...]
9 Mar 2012
March MyFaceMyBody Magazine has JUST been released! Featuring Mother’s Day offers, how to turn back the clock, suggestions For Victoria Beckham to look less tired and an acne solution that works! Click here to access it!
8 Mar 2012
He’s more used to to the wine bars of Liverpool and can often be seen ‘shimmying’ and ‘grooving’ in such exclusive nightspots as the local Wetherspoons, so when Fab Equizi, AKA The Lip Doctor, turned up in the Rovers Return last week, we really shouldn’t have been surprised. But we were – it’s set in [...]
5 Mar 2012
The combination of cold weather and central heating means that this is the time of year when our skin is under most pressure. So why not steal some secrets from the stars and ensure that your skin is glowing – not growling! Jennifer Aniston swears, “Most nights I just use Neutrogena soap. It’s perfect for [...]
2 Mar 2012
By Kim Pearson Diet coke might seem like a winner if you’re trying to lose weight. It’s low carb, low calorie, gives you that sweet fix and a caffeine energy boost… but diet drinks are a silent offender with a host of damaging effects on the body. Here are six reasons to ditch the diet [...]
2 Mar 2012
by Kim Pearson For a long time, we have waged diet wars against fats believing that eating fat will make us fat. However, evidence now shows that it is in fact sugars and refined carbohydrates that cause us to pile on the pounds. Not only do foods such as white bread, sweets and biscuits cause [...]
29 Feb 2012
The growing number of middle-aged and older men undergoing cosmetic enhancements continued into 2012. The need to look younger and fresher in today’s competitive job market, freshen-up before a big event (such as a wedding) and look their best (following the trend set by TOWIE) is prompting them to seek help from men like Dr. [...]
29 Feb 2012
There’s a bit of a buzz about BodyTite at the moment. It’s a relatively new procedure for tightening areas of the body. Using radiofrequency, BodyTite removes fat pockets at the same time as visibly tightening sagging or loose skin. It can be used on the face and body. Am I suitable? Suitable for patients with [...]
24 Feb 2012
Ageless anti wrinkle products are so good they are only available from licensed physicians and estheticians. With British women spending an average of £13 per head[1] on anti-ageing products and the UK skin care market worth over £2bn[2] it’s no wonder that the major skin care brands are constantly churning out new products. High street [...]