Posts Tagged ‘skin peels’

The Sun – The dangerous Effects of using Sunbeds

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

The Sun - 3 August 2010WAG Jessica Lawlor discovered the areas worse effected by the sun were her cheeks and forehead and admits she wasn’t as vigilant in her teens as she is now.

Hollyoaks actress Gemma Merna is now proud of her porcelain skin but understands how many young girls put their health at risk for a bronzed look – just like she did as an impressionable teen. (more…)

A little sun goes a long way – as can preparation when it comes to cosmetic treatments

Monday, April 19th, 2010

It may not be quite warm enough to get into shorts yet, but it’s lovely to see a little sun in the sky. It’s amazing how much of a difference some sunshine can make to the way you’re feeling isn’t it? The nice weather has reminded that, contrary to what I may have thought a couple of weeks ago, summer is really on its way – and that means it’s time to start preparing for the skimpy summer clothes and holiday outfits that will be coming our way. (more…)

Trinny Woodall stays young with Botox

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

Trinny Woodall has spoken openly about her use of Botox to hold back the years, and encourages women to use cosmetic surgery if it helps them achieve their ideal appearance. (more…)

Men increasingly choosing facial fillers for younger look

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Facial fillers are enjoying a surge in popularity, with more men in particular turning to the treatment as an affordable means to hold back the years.

Cosmetic surgery for men is becoming increasingly popular as a way for ambitious men to compete in today’s tough job market. By choosing non surgical solutions such as fillers and Botox treatments, men are able to enjoy instant results with a faster recovery time than would be involved in a more invasive procedure such as a face lift. (more…)

Skin peels more popular than facelifts in recession

Monday, January 4th, 2010

More British women are turning to skin peels as an affordable cosmetic surgery treatment in the recession.

The Press Association reports that skin peels are now more popular than face lifts among patients looking to hold back the years, with the number of chemical peel treatments tripling in 2009 compared to the previous year. (more…)

Daily Mail – The Women over 55 seeking a lift to beat the Arlene Effect

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009

Older women are increasingly turning to rejuvenation treatments amid fears that they face being replaced by younger colleagues, a report suggested yesterday.

Soaring numbers of women over 55 plan to invest in non-surgical facial procedures such as chemical peels and Botox in what researchers call the Arlene Effect. (more…)

Putting a surgery plan in place

Monday, April 27th, 2009

A couple of weeks ago, I blogged about how full my schedule has been recently – and it doesn’t look as though it’s set to calm down any time soon! But I shouldn’t be complaining, because not only am I busy doing lots of things I love – like going to the gym with my friend who’s getting married and the rest of the bridesmaids (yes, she asked me to be a bridesmaid too!) – but we’ve even had some gorgeous weather recently. (more…)

Grazia – Anti-Ageing Report

Monday, March 23rd, 2009

Grazia - Anti-Ageing ReportThe Bespoke Peel

The new-to-the-UK Obagi Blue Chemical Peel uses a special blue dye that allows a dermatologist to see how deeply the peel sinks into a patients skin, before deciding how much solution is needed. ‘Most peels have a “one size fits all” element to them, meaning that everybody – regardless of their age and skin sensitivity – has the same amount of solution applied’, says Lisa Littlehales from The Harley Medical Group. ‘But the Obagi Blue Chemical Peel is much more bespoke.’ (more…)

Breast enlargements increase despite unemployment rates

Thursday, March 12th, 2009

For women dealing with unemployment, many are turning to cosmetic surgery in order to make the right impression at interviews.

Many cosmetic surgery clinics are reporting a boost in the number of women seeking breast enlargement surgery during the recession. (more…)

New Year and a brand new you – and me!

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009

Happy New Year everyone! This is one of my favourite parts of the year; not only am I still generally riding high from the fun of the festive season, but I also get the chance to think about the things I can do to organise my life – from giving my flat a good clean to giving away all the clothes I’m never likely to wear again. (more…)