Time for a Spring skin clean
Winter can wreak havoc on our skin, leaving it dry and rough in texture after being battered by the cold winds outside and dehydrated by fierce central heating. This often only becomes noticeable as we transition into warmer weather and, this year, our skin is also coping with months of COVID-related stress or experiencing ‘maskne’ […]
Your face or your figure? New study proves fat loss accelerates the ageing process
As many of us might be struggling with new year weight loss resolutions about this time, it’s interesting to note that losing the pounds might make our clothes fit better but will not do us any favours in terms of facial ageing. A new US study has proven that the phenomenon known as ‘Diet Face’ […]
Fillers vs Facelift – Which is right for me?
In recent years, the popularity of non-surgical injectable treatments and their increasing versatility has led some to claim that the traditional nip and tuck facelift is on its way out. However, one of the big predictions for 2020 made by The Aesthetic Society, which represents more than 2,600 American aesthetic plastic surgeons, is the return […]
Male cosmetic surgery more popular than ever in a pandemic
The shift to WFH and the vogue of video calls has led to an acceleration of what was already an emerging trend – over the last twelve months, we’ve seen an increase in men turning to aesthetics to enhance their appearance and boost confidence through this challenging time Cosmetic surgery as self-care Until now, the […]
“miraDry gives me the confidence to work closely with my clients”
Personal trainer Nicholas Polo explains how miraDry has changed his life: I’m a personal trainer in London and part of what I do is women’s combat self-defence which involves a lot of physical contact and activity. Mainly because of that and because I sweated more than the average person, I was always self-conscious when I […]
How to Get Rid of Puffy Nipples
Man boobs, known medically as gynaecomastia, is thought to affect 30% of men post-puberty, although is much more common in men over the age of 50 – the reported prevalence is up to 70% due to the general decline in testosterone levels. For all those using this lockdown to really commit to their health and […]
The Perfect Rhinoplasty: Form and Function
Form and function are inextricably linked in rhinoplasty surgery. While the perception is often that plastic surgery merely aims to enhance the appearance, for many patients it also improves the function of the body. This is often the case in rhinoplasty procedures. The innate relationship between the form of the nose and its function means […]
What are the best things to eat after plastic surgery?
What we eat is one of the most important factors in our overall health and can influence our physical, mental and even emotional wellbeing. This is particularly critical after undergoing surgery, as any cosmetic surgery procedure involves an element of trauma to the body. We asked Nutritionist Yvonne Wake which are the top ten foods […]
Non-surgical jaw reduction
The masseter muscles are the chewing muscles which cover the sides and the angle of the jaw. These muscles join the cheekbone and the lower jaw. Secondary to the tongue, the masseter muscles are the strongest muscles in the human body and can form a square shaped, very masculine-looking lower face. While a square-shaped jaw […]
“Being in the public eye definitely affected how I felt about my body”
Imogen Thomas has been in the public eye since appearing in Big Brother in 2006. After wanting a breast uplift since her early 20s, she chose Mr Alex Karidis to perform her surgery and explains how her life – and self-confidence – were transformed. I had been thinking about having a breast uplift for years […]
