A recent article in the Peer Review section of Prime Journal highlighted key points for acne management. Acne vulgaris is one of the most common concerns of the patient with scarring of such acne a further concern for these patients. Treatment options vary on the type of scarring and include surgical techniques, chemical peels, injectables…
At the day at the Botanicals
Had a wonderful day with my girlfriends at The Botanical Gardens yesterday. It was a beautiful sunny day and it was great to know Spring is just about here. Jenny, one of my girlfriends, has always impressed me with her incredible glow and youthful looks but could never get the courage to ask her secrets…
Hay Fever
If only flowers would keep their pollen to themselves… but no they have to ‘share’ it around leaving us with runny eyes, sneezing and generally feeling lousy. At anti-aging we have a new treatment for hay fever. We have been using it for the last few years and with over 60% getting 90% relief. Did…
Cryolipolysis – It’s a big word but what does it mean?
Cryolipolysis is a fancy medical word for ‘fat freezing’. Yes, you heard right…FAT FREEZING!!!! So what does this mean and is this the best invention since sliced bread? Well if you were to ask me, I think so. So let me tell you all about it. Fat freezing is a safe non-invasive, non-surgical procedure with…
A day at the Tennis
A day at the Tennis…. Second set under way and you wonder how they can possibly keep up with this heat. The sun today makes its presence felt but you feel happy because your SPF 50 is with you and that wonderful topical Vitamin C surely has been working after months of regular application. Well deserved drink…
anti-aging Lip Enhancement
Lip Enhancement can be achieved using Dermal Fillers for natural looking results Lips can be re-contoured, rejuvenated or enlarged by placing the dermal filler/gel along the lip borders (vermillion). Redefining this edge with natural fillers lead to a more youthful and appealing look. It can also prevent lipstick “bleeding” into the small lines around the lips and so…
TREATING MIGRAINES WITH MUSCLE RELAXANTS
Interest Piece – Treating Migraines with Muscle Relaxants By anti-aging Cosmetic Nurse Practitioner Michelle Fitzgerald What is a migraine? A migraine is a severe headache, commonly unilateral in nature, that may be preceded or accompanied by sensory warning signs (aura) including blind spots, tingling in arms/legs, nausea, vomiting, flashes of light, photosensitivity, unpleasant smells,…
SKINBOOSTERS – ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
What are Skinboosters Skinboosters are very different to those we use to plump the lips, add volume in the cheeks and smooth out deep lines on the face. Skinboosters are made from complex sugar chains also known as Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and are combined with a unique stabilisation process called NASHA® technology. The aim of…
ANTI-WRINKLE PRODUCTS – WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?
Information piece – What are the differences between anti-wrinkle products available By anti-aging Cosmetic Nurse Practitioner Carla Parker Not all anti-wrinkle products are created equal There is increasing consumer awareness in the market today of the price of anti-wrinkle injections. However not all consumers are aware that not all anti-wrinkle injections are created equal. So what…
Treating Bruxism with anti-wrinkle injections
Interest Piece – Treating bruxism (teeth grinding) with anti-wrinkle injections By anti-aging Cosmetic Nurse Practitioner Nicole Shir Bruxism (teeth grinding) disorders are complications that affect the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull. Many clients present with other concerning areas however it is not until a history is obtained to…