Why face masks are making us eye obsessed
Despite Donald Trump’s best efforts, most of us are happily wearing face masks to help beat the spread of COVID and so it’s no wonder that eyes are becoming the new lips in terms of drawing focus. Across the globe, there’s been a rise in demand for aesthetic treatments and cosmetic surgery procedures to address […]
New to Karidis Clinic: Calf Reduction
If you’re bothered about the appearance of your calves – maybe you feel they are too masculine looking or too muscular – a calf reduction is now a possibility and we’re excited to introduce this new treatment to our clinic. Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Mark Ho-Asjoe is highly skilled in injectable treatments and is able […]
Introducing the Signature K Facelift
No one is exempt from the ageing process which is why the facelift remains the gold standard of facial rejuvenation procedures. Our patients expect us to deliver unparalleled results which is why we’ve created the Signature K Facelift. The Signature K Facelift: Bespoke Every patient is unique with different ageing concerns, which is why the […]
Mr Alex Karidis talks getting rid of eye bags in the Mirror Online
Getting rid of eye bags is a common concern for both men and women but they are typically very challenging to treat. The Mirror Online recently delved into whether it was possible to eradicate them without surgery and they turned to Alex Karidis for advice. As Alex explained, overly protruding fat pads under the eyes […]
How to minimise cosmetic surgery scarring
Recently, the papers have been dominated with news of Katie Price’s latest cosmetic surgery adventure, accompanied by gruesome photographs revealing her facelift and breast augmentation scars. With stories of how the scars have become infected, that she had to fly back to Turkey to see her surgeon or even that she was worried her ears […]
A facelift makes men more likeable and trustworthy, according to a new study
As well as making you look more attractive and dynamic, a male facelift can also make you appear more likeable, trustworthy and with better social skills, according to a recently published cosmetic surgery study. As well as the facelift, the results of other facial rejuvenation procedures such as the neck lift and blepharoplasty were also […]
Heal thyself: how the cosmetic surgery diet can boost your recovery
It’s no secret that we are what we eat, and a good diet is directly linked to our overall health and wellbeing. The impact of your nutritional status on the outcome of surgery has also been well documented so we decided to develop the Karidis Cosmetic Surgery Diet as part of our commitment to supporting […]
Now there’s proof that women age faster than men
For years, women have been well aware of the significant discrepancy in the gender divide when it comes to ageing. Men are silver foxes with rugged good looks that are still dynamic when burnished with experience. Women, on the other hand, are under increasing pressure to look young, even when having to deal with major […]
Exploring the emotional aspect of the cosmetic surgery journey
Emotional wellbeing has been the focus of much media coverage this week as Mental Health Awareness Week takes place in the UK. This year’s theme is Body Image, highlighting that how we think and feel about our bodies has a profound impact on our mental health. In a recent survey conducted by the Mental Health […]
How to minimise bruising after cosmetic surgery
Cosmetic surgery bruising: why it happens Post operative bruising and swelling are a common, perfectly natural and not a cause for concern after a a cosmetic surgery procedure. As your muscles and tissues need to heal from the trauma of surgery, some degree of bruising is expected. Bruising, especially when it is in a highly visible […]
