AESTHETIC MEDICINE

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
Botulinum Toxin is most effective for softening
expression lines around the eyes, the forehead, and between the brows.It is also used to treat smoker’s lines around the lips, to achieve a mild brow lift or lip lift and to improve the appearance of neck bands. It can also be used to treat excessive sweating and temporo-mandibular joint pain disorders.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done, although administering this to the very young and the very old is not good medical practice. It is not recommended to have any Botulinum toxin treatment if you are: pregnant or breastfeeding, allergic to any components, or suffer from neurological disorders such as myasthenia gravis.

DOES IT HURT?
The injection feels like a mild sting which lasts only a few seconds and is usually administered without local anaesthetic.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
The effects can last anywhere between 3-6 months, sometimes even longer when treating excessive sweating. It all depends on each patient’s metabolism, the amount used, the muscle targeted and any previous treatments with Botulinum toxin.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
Dermal fillers are most effective for smoothing out wrinkles particularly on the face, and for restoring the natural volume and contours of the face and hands.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done, although administering this to the very young is not good medical practice. It is not recommended to have any dermal filler injections if you are: pregnant or breastfeeding, allergic to any components, have an active Herpes Simplex or other infection, or are on any anti-coagulant treatment.

DOES IT HURT?
Most of the products nowadays already contain a local anaesthetic so the injections are only mildly uncomfortable. However, if necessary a local anaesthetic or a nerve block can be performed to help with pain control.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
The effects can last anywhere between 6-18 months, sometimes even
longer, depending on the product used.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
Microneedling can improve the appearance of:

• Scars especially acne scars
• Stretch marks
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Sun damaged skin
• Pigmentation disorders of the skin

Microneedling can be used on all parts of the
body including the face, neck, chest, arms
and legs

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done. It is not recommended to have any microneedling treatments if you are: pregnant or breastfeeding, are allergic to metals or anaesthetic preparations, have a history of keloids or hypertrophic scar formation or poor wound healing, have any active infections or previous Herpes Simplex infections, or are on any anti-coagulant medications.

DOES IT HURT?
You should not feel any pain, however, you may experience some tingling or pressure sensation. After disinfecting the skin, a local anaesthetic cream will be applied to numb the area to be treated and keep you comfortable during the procedure.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
An improvement in skin texture and tone can become noticeable after
1 week. Improvement of pigmented areas is expected to be visible after 3 weeks of treatment. From 6 weeks onwards you may experience a visible improvement in fine lines and wrinkles. You should expect to have multiple treatments (Usually 3-6) for optimum results.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
PRP uses the body’s own natural stimulants for skin regeneration. These healing pathways activated by the PRP (which contains plasma, stem cells and Tissue Growth Factors) allow for renewed production of fibrinogen, collagen and the intracellular matrix of the skin, with a resultant improvement in skin texture, tone and firmness.
PRP rejuvenation areas include cheeks, face (and in particular around the eyes), jawline, neck, décolleté, back of hands, arms, knees, elbows, as well as for acne scarring and post-pregnancy stretch marks..

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done. Clients in their 30-40s may benefit from regular PRP treatments as prevention against the aging process whereas more mature skin would benefit greatly from the restorative properties of this procedure. As the clients own blood is used, the risk of allergic reaction or skin sensitivity is virtually non-existent. It is not recommended to have any PRP injections if you are: pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active Herpes Simplex or other infection, are on any anti-coagulant treatment or have a history of cancer.

DOES IT HURT?
This procedure should only be mildly uncomfortable with a sensation of tightness and heat. However if needed a topical local anaesthetic can be applied.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
The effects can last from between 9 – 12 months depending on the individual.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
Peels help improve the appearance of fine wrinkles, acne scars, skin laxity, blemishes, and
certain pigmentation disorders.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done, although administering
this to individuals with darker skin tones has to be done very carefully
and for specific conditions only.

DOES IT HURT?
The chemical can be quite aggressive on the skin and feels like a burn or a sting, but never beyond a point that requires an anaesthetic, as often the discomfort is an indicator of the peeling chemical achieving the correct depth of penetration.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Depending on the type of peel being done, a course of one or several treatments 7 or 14 days apart may be advised, with a 6 or 12 monthly follow-up.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
RF is most effective for mild to moderate skin laxity, small fat deposits and cellulite. It is commonly used to treat the forehead, under the eyes, cheeks, mid-face, jaw line, and neck, but can also help contour other areas on the body, such as the abdomen, thighs and arms, and help reduce small pockets of fat.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have it done. It is not recommended to have any RF treatment if you are: pregnant or breastfeeding, allergic to any components, or have any metal implants.

DOES IT HURT?
The treatment should be completely painless, although a feeling of heat may be experienced.
The new RF machines have built in temperature sensors which automatically cut off the energy source if any sign of overheating is detected.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
The tightening effect may be seen after the very first treatment, and this will continue with time, however to achieve the best results, it may be recommended to have a session every 1-2 weeks with an average of 8-10 sessions in a treatment program.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
This is a non-invasive treatment which stimulates the contraction, shortening and tightening of skin fibres and reduction of skin surface. It is indicated for eye bag/eyelid correction,
wrinkles (crow’s feet, smile lines, lines around the mouth), skin tag and milia removal, scar
and stretchmark improvement.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
Any adult over the age of 18 can have this procedure. It is not recommended if you have an active Herpes Simplex, dermatosis (e.g. psoriasis, eczema) or other infection in the area to be treated, are pregnant or breast feeding, have impaired healing or sensitivity/allergies to any of the substances used in this treatment.

DOES IT HURT?
A local anaesthetic is applied to the treatment area an hour before the procedure to numb the
skin. The sensation you get is either nothing at all or, at its worst, a pin prick of discomfort which is only momentary and then disappears completely.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Multiple plasma treatment sessions may be required to obtain optimal results. The effects are expected to last for up to 3 years depending on each client’s skin aging factors such as genetics, smoking, sun damage, diet or poor skin care.

WHAT DOES IT WORK FOR?
This is a non-invasive treatment which floods the skin surface and underlying tissue with ionic plasma that sterilises it (killing germs and bacteria that causes Acne), plus the strong anti-inflammatory effect accelerates wound healing. It improves the skin through toning/lifting and stimulation of collagen regeneration. It also dramatically increases skin
absorption of liquids through temporarily breaking the cell adhesion molecules.

WHO CAN HAVE IT DONE?
This treatment can be given to clients of all ages. It is not recommended if you have an active Herpes Simplex or dermatosis (eg psoriasis, eczema) in the area to be treated, are pregnant or breast feeding, have impaired healing or sensitivity/allergies to any of the substances used in this treatment.

DOES IT HURT?
There may be a slightly warm feeling of the skin but this treatment is generally painless.

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Multiple Plasma Shower treatment sessions are required to obtain optimal results. A treatment programme of 2-6 treatments at 1-4 weekly intervals is recommended to achieve the best results. The number of treatment sessions required depends upon the individual patient and the condition of the skin.