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Last Word: Rozina Ali

Consultant plastic surgeon Miss Rozina Ali explains why plastic surgeons should embrace non-surgical procedures for their patients' benefit... but only if they are truly convinced of their worthI believe ...

The Future of Aesthetics?

Liposculpture is the second most popular procedure after breast augmentation in the UK. But what if you could remove those unwanted bumps and lumps, then utilise the fat cells to turn back the ageing ...

Cellulaze: Does this new treatment signal the end to cellulite?

Virtually all women suffer from some degree of cellulite and up till now there has been no real effective solution. We examine Cellulaze from Cynosure, the world’s first surgical treatment for celluliteThe ...

The Innovator: Mr David Ross

Who: Mr David Ross What: UltraSculpt Why: Smooth, taut contours without the trauma associated with lipoIn this series of articles, Cosmetic Surgery Today tells the story of the men and women who are pushing ...

Taking the Plunge - Part Three

In our ongoing series, Vicki, a 43-year-old cosmetic nurse, has embarked on a series of anti-ageing treatments. We catch up with Vicki to find out how things are progressing Since completing the peels ...

Looking to the Future

With the post-Christmas blues over and done with, and January coming to an end, it's time to really enjoy what 2012 has to offer with a lifestyle spring clean.One of the most important lifestyle changes ...

Tear-Trough Removal, by Dr Nick Milojevic

The non-surgical eye bag removal is a remarkable procedure with a real wow factor. This "tear trough" technique is one of the most exciting advancements of modern anti-aging medicine, and along with ...

Breast Augmentation Case Study - Step by Step

Donna felt very self conscious about having small breasts, and wanted a breast augmentation so she could feel more attractive and confident in herself. She chose to have the operation under local anaesthetic, ...

To Sleep or Not to Sleep

Mr Azhar Aslam is surgical director of Linia Cosmetic Surgery, which continues to be at the forefront of providing cosmetic surgery procedures under local anaesthetic, both with and without sedation. ...

Natural Beauty - Muscle Splitting Technique

Although a few women might demand the 'stuck-on look' when it comes to boob jobs, most of us want to avoid anything so obvious. Leading German plastic surgeon Dr Dirk Kremer introduces to the UK his split ...

Cosmeceuticals - Consultation is Key

Dr Tapan Patel on why consultation is key:A consultation with an appropriately trained practitioner, particularly with a prescription-only skincare range such as Obagi Nu-Derm, is essential.There will ...

A Whole New Focus with Z Kamra

Focus Clinics are the UK’s first eye laser clinic to launch the groundbreaking Z KAMRA surgery for presbyopia. After a decade in production, nearly $100 million of investment and with over 5000 procedures ...

Cheek Enhancement today

Dr Aamer Khan gives his take on the non- surgical alternatives to cosmetic surgery today At the Harley Street Skin Clinic we use the hyaluronic acid filler Restylane to enhance the cheeks, the tear trough ...

Skin Resurfacing - eMatrix

Dr Elisabeth Dancey explains the benefits of sublative resurfacing The eMatrix machine from Syneron offers the first ‘sublative’ technique for skin resurfacing, using radiofrequency technology. ...

Botox - Facial Slimming

Facial slimming Bruxism is the technical term for teeth grinding, which can result in headaches, a painful jaw, gum problems and the possibility of tooth enamel being eroded because of the pressure ...

Body Lift Surgery - The Approach

MW Cosmetic Surgeons Rob Warr and Anthony MacQuillan explain their approach to body lift surgery:After massive weight loss, skin laxity often takes the shine away from the achievement due to problems ...

Last Word

Consultant dermatologist Dr Nick Lowe, who has worked extensively in both the UK and America, explains why ‘derm culture’ has yet to hit British shoresDermatology as a specialty is better recognised ...

What's Best for Your Breasts

What are the first things you’d think about when planning a breast augmentation? Well, hopefully your primary concern would be the selection of a decent surgeon – someone with the necessary qualifications, ...

Zeltiq One Year On: Is the Big Freeze Thawing?

It’s not often that a treatment comes along which is truly different. Over the past few years the body sculpting market place has become saturated with machines that promise to reduce fat without breaking ...

Shaping the Future

With stars from J Lo to Beyoncé making big butts big news, it’s not surprising that more and more women are seeking buttock enhancement, but the tragic case of Claudia Aderotimi served as a reminder ...

The Debate: Local Versus General

With the recession in full swing, we’re all leading busy lives trying to keep ourselves in a job and earn the money to support our lifestyle, which often means we can’t spare the recovery time associated ...

Keep Your Hair On

With the news that hair loss improvement specialist His Hair Clinic has opened more treatment rooms at their new clinic in Harley Street, we take a closer look at what their unique MHT treatment involves...Demand ...

Slim Pickings

Wigmore Medical, the UK's top medical aesthetics supplier, has recently introduced an exciting new slimming product to the UK.FULLfastTM is arguably the most unique, innovative and effective natural slimming ...

Heliocare - Bring me Sunshine

We all know of the dangers of UVA and UVB rays, the risk to our health of exposing our skin to the sun and the effect of sunshine on how our skin ages. We also understand that sunshine is essential to ...

Nagor - Making the Breast Choice

Douglas McGeorge: In the 1980s and early 1990s, it was always very easy to tell if a woman had undergone a breast augmentation, as it always resulted in that very round, high projection, ‘Baywatch' ...

Beauty in 3D| Fusion3D lift

These days, beauty is all about instant results. Whereas previously, women were prepared to have a bit of downtime in order to reap the benefits in the long term, in these troubled economic times no one ...

Where Art Meets Science

With a lifelong love of art and an outstanding academic career culminating in first medical and then specialist surgical degrees, Mr Stephen J McCulley decided to merge his two interests by becoming a ...

Playing the Long Game

Top cosmetic surgeon Mr Dalvi Humzah explains the benefits of long term filler Aquamid for facial sculpting and reconstructionI was one of the first surgeons in the Midlands to offer Aquamid when I introduced ...

Radiofrequency Grown Up

Since Pellevé hit UK shores last year, it has started a revolution in facial rejuvenation treatments. We speak to leading cosmetic doctors Aamer Khan and Tracy Mountford to find out what makes this treatment ...

Breast Implants- Buying Local is best

British Boobs for British Workers! Rise in Consumer Confidence for ‘Made in UK' ImplantsAshby de la Zouche/Cumbernauld -April, 2011 -There is no denying we're encouraged daily to buy British produce ...

Last Word: Dr Brian Franks

We interview Dr Brian Franks, Bupa’s clinical director of both aesthetics and dentistry, about his involvement in Treatments You Can Trust, the selfregulatory scheme for injectable treatmentsWhen did ...

Breast Augmentation: A Consultation

As well as a full physical assessment of your suitability for a breast enlargement, your consultation is a chance to ask those all important questions before embarking on surgery. Leading breast specialist ...

Learning Curve

Mr John Pereira, consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, comments on the changes that have occurred in cosmetic surgical training in the UK in recent years and what impact that will have on the ...

Too Much of a Good Thing

Mention cosmetic breast surgery and the assumption is that you’re talking about going bigger. But what if you’re too big already? Top female surgeon Dr Chiraz Bouzguenda, a specialist in breast ...

Practically Perfect

Mineral make-up is many things to many people – for some people it’s a tool to cover up a serious medical skin condition, for others it’s ideal to apply post procedure to conceal any redness without ...

Tried and Tested: gloRedness relief powder

Editor Ruth Donnelly goes beyond the pale as she tests out the crème de la crème of complexion calmersWhat is it? gloRedness relief powder from glominerals is a loose powder, which promises to neutralise surface ...

Mesotherapy Explained

Mesotherapy has been used as a cosmetic treatment for the face and body since it was first introduced in the 1950s. It is growing in popularity in the UK, but prospective patients are often confused as ...

The 5 Cs - A Cosmetic Surgery Checklist

Cosmetic surgery is becoming more and more popular in the UK. Advances in plastic surgery, coupled with the vast range of treatments on offer, means there is now a bewildering array of cosmetic surgical ...

Taking the Plunge

Meet Vicki. She works in a busy cosmetic practice, but has never undergone treatment herself... until now. Over the next few issues, we’ll be following her on a journey of discovery to freshen up her ...

Roll on 2011

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide explores the latest treatment combination that promises to give you back your glowIf excess partying and lack of sleep over the festive season has left your skin tired ...

Skin-sational

Cosmetic dermatologist Dr Stefanie Williams of European Dermatology London talks about how they are fusing art and science to create intensely personal modern artSince ancient times, artists have visually ...

Perfect Cover

Renowned micropigmentation specialist Dawn Cragg, MBEexplains how permanent make-up can be used as a paramedicaltool as well as an aid to beautyWhat is micropigmentation? Micropigmentation is a form of ...

S.O.S - Save Our Skin

Wouldn’t it be lovely to have perfect skin? In reality however, most of us are far removed from the dewy complexions of our dreams. We wanted to give you a comprehensive guide to dealing with the most ...

The Innovator

In this series of articles, Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide tells the stories of the men and women who are pushing forward the boundaries of aesthetics. In this issue the spotlight is on Dr Michael ...

Ahead by a Nose

Although it has been available for a while, non-surgical nose reshaping is becoming increasingly popular as a valid option, before or instead of surgical intervention. Facial aesthetic expert Dr Bob Khanna ...

On the Face of It

Facelifts often get a bad press, but techniques have changed and these days, if you pick the right surgeon, it is possible to achieve a very natural-looking result. In this article, Mr Gary Ross explains ...

A Touch of Youth

Lorna Bowes of Wigmore Medical takes a closer look at Ellansé™ – part of a new generation of dermal fillersFor many years the dermal filler market has been dominated by collagen and hyaluronic acid based ...

Oralift Face Time

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates all the benefits of Dr Nick Mohindra’s revolutionary Oralift device, which could provide full facial rejuvenation, with no knives, no needles and no ...

The Miracle Drug

Is there any word in existence that conjures up such emotive images as 'Botox'? Mr Peter Paterson of Sandon House Clinic explores the aesthetic phenomenon that is botulinum toxinThe cosmetics industry ...

Stay Fuller for Longer

Sister Malti O'Mahony, of Boston Aesthetics Clinic (UK) Ltd, explains the benefits of Aquamid - a filler with lasting resultsAs an aesthetic practitioner, I am always on the lookout for products that ...

Get to the Point

Do you know the difference between a filler and a volumiser? Are you confused by references in the media to celebs looking ‘over-filled’ with Botox? Well worry no more, because here's the definitive ...

Beauty from Behind

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide talks to Mr Shailesh Vadodaria to find out why the fashion focus has shifted from boobs to bum and how you can possess the perfect posteriorOver the centuries, society’s idea ...

Correct Practice

More and more men are discovering the dangerous reality of hair replacement systems and transplants, despite them being the most publicised options for hair loss. Many have left clinics with poorly finished ...

The Best of Both Worlds

Different skin shades and skin concerns demand different lasers to treat them. We explain what these laser wavelengths can achieve and why the next generation of machines now successfully combine more ...

The Thigh's the Limit

With spring just around the corner, we investigate three top treatments to smooth away your cellulite and help you get in shape in time for summerCellulite – it’s the bane of a woman’s life. Research shows ...

Smooth Away Your Concerns

Editor of CosmeticSurgeryToday.co.uk Katharine Griffiths puts the latest skin tightening treatment to the testWhat prompted you to have the treatment? I’m quite happy with how I’m ageing, but in the ...

Zap that Fat

For those who’ve over-indulged over the festive period, and no amount of calorie counting or cycling will shift those stubborn pockets of pesky fat, Amy Lindsay investigates the latest noninvasive treatments ...

The Big Interview

Mr Azhar Aslam is a cosmetic surgeon and founder of Linia, a nationwide cosmetic surgery chain with a difference. Here, he speaks to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide about his work, his philosophy ...

It Takes Two

Dr Aamer Khan and Lesley Reynolds Khan are a husband-andwife team at the forefront of cosmetic medicine in the UK. We met them for an informal chatHow did you enter the aesthetics industry? Lesley Reynolds ...

Girls on Top

Women make up 95 per cent of cosmetic surgery patients, but only five per cent of cosmetic surgeons are female. Obviously your criteria for choosing a practitioner should be on whether they have the experience ...

Look, No Braces!

Dr Cohan Rajan of dental-Spa talks us through the benefits of Invisalign for modern cosmetic dentistryInvisalign was developed by an adult patient – an IT geek – undergoing orthodontic treatment in ...

Last Word

Mr Atul Khanna discusses how the transformation in perceptions of normality have impacted on patient expectationSince becoming a consultant plastic surgeon, I have noted that the public has become increasingly ...

Safety Matters

Surgery abroad is increasingly popular, but a standard travel insurance policy is automatically invalidated if you are travelling for surgery. The experts at Feeling Good Travel Insurance offer advice ...

Radiant Beauty

By combining practitioner-administered chemical peels with a carefully considered at-home treatment plan, a clear complexion and smooth skin can be in your grasp. Sarah Burns- Eggenberger explains how ...

Breast of British

Recent horror stories in the press about PIP implants rupturing have left potentially tens of thousands of British women worrying about the safety of their implants. Consultant plastic surgeon Mr ...

Show Your True Colours

Matching your foundation to your skin is always tricky, but for darker skins there’s a whole host of other things to considerHersha Chauhan has always had difficulty finding a foundation to complement ...

Have a Glow

We are all well aware of the signs of ageing but what if we’re not ready to embark on fillers or Botox. Juvéderm HYDRATE represents a new spin on restoring that youthful glow. Miss Jonquille Chantrey ...

Hope Springs Eternal

Lorna Bowes of Wigmore Medical divulges the secret to a glowing complexionThere is no doubt that we all feel better when our skin ‘glows with health’. It doesn’t matter whether we are practitioners, ...

Hope Springs Eternal

Red in the Face

If you’re already suffering from redness associated with rosacea or are prone to flushing, then you know that winter, with the drop in temperatures and biting wind, can exacerbate the flushing. We round ...

The Complete Picture

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide takes a closer look at the new Exuviance AGE REVERSE range from NeoStrataHere at Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide, we are always excited to hear about new cosmeceutical ...

The Real Deal

Top advice before embarking on any aesthetic procedure is to talk to those who have undergone it already. Here we bring together three patients, of different ages and with different concerns, to talk ...

Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

In today’s fast-paced world, everyone’s looking for a quick fix. But patience is a virtue, and sometimes the best results take longer to appearAgeing is an unavoidable fact of life and it manifests ...

Fat Chance

Dr Dinesh Maini at Zenith Cosmetic Clinics explains the facts behind the fat What is fat? You might well ask what it is all about as you struggle to fasten those jeans that fit you last year or ...

Breast Practice

When top cosmetic surgeon Patrick Mallucci was asked to prepare a lecture on breast augmentation for trainee surgeons, little did he know he was about to change the face of breast surgery for goodIn 2007 ...

Open Your Eyes

Upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty and mid-facelifting are the cornerstones of eyelid rejuvenation. Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross describes how he combines these techniques to provide ...

Beauty for all Ages

Top plastic surgeon Mr Lucian Ion talks us through the best anti-ageing facial treatments at every stage of lifeEveryone ages differently so I like to be able to offer my patients a range of options for ...

Wrinkle Proof

Look your best this festive season with a range of dermal fillers that’s brand new to the UKThe Christmas party season is here, which usually means that most of us are currently experiencing various ...

No Trace Face

CosmeticSurgeryToday.co.uk explores the different attitudes to beauty and ageing through the past few decades and looks at the next big thing in the beauty biz... the rise of the No Trace FaceWhat gives ...

LASER: Shaping the Future of Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr Cohan Rajan is the principal dental surgeon at dental-Spa in central London. Here he tells us about a new development in cosmetic dentistry that he is absolutely passionate aboutWhen I was a newly qualified ...

A Reason to Smile

When Terry started to lose his teeth he thought dentures were his only option...At the age of about 55, I started to lose my teeth. I’m not a vain man, and at first it didn’t bother me, but after a ...

The Innovator

In this series of articles, CosmeticSurgeryToday.co.uk tells the stories of the men and women who are pushing forward the boundaries of aesthetics. In this issue the spotlight is on Mr Peter Paterson ...

The Hands On Approach

Dr Ravi Jain explains how he deals with the tricky problem of ageing on the handsFor many women, one of the biggest tell-tale signs of ageing is the hands – we only have to see those pictures of Madonna’s ...

Fast Track to a New You

After experiencing the dramatic weight loss that Alizonne Therapy offers firsthand, Dr Dinesh Maini felt he had to offer it to his patients. But it was when he started combining it with the BodyTite procedure ...

Smooth as Silk

If you’re planning on getting cosy under the mistletoe this Christmas, you might want to make sure you’re fuzz free first. We take a look at the top two home hair removal systems on the marketFor ...

The Next Generation

Nothing stays still in the beauty biz. Mr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic explains how Cynosure, suppliers of the latest SmartLipo MPX laser, has responded to the demands of both ...

A Hairy Issue

New research reveals hair loss tops men’s fears when it comes to coping with cancer. We speak to the experts at HIS Hair Clinic about an innovative, non-invasive hair loss treatment called MHT®...The ...

Through Thick and Thin

With recent research revealing that three out of five Brits dream of having liposuction, we take a look at the best options available todayWhile breast augmentation is commonly thought of as the most ...

My Journey of Change - Part Two

Last issue, business development manager Cohl talked us through her experiences of hand rejuvenation. Here, she faces up to some more obvious signs of ageingTreatment: Facial rejuvenation with Genuine ...

Treatments You Can Trust

The self-regulatory scheme, Treatments You Can Trust, launched to the public on 13 September. We talk with Sally Taber about progress so far, lessons learnt and plans for the futureThe explosion of ...

Festive Fix vs New Year Nurture

Determined to look divine at the Christmas party? Or planning to turn over a new leaf in the New Year? Top aesthetic practitioner Dr Rita Rakus gives you the lowdown on the best quick fix treatments for ...

A Week in the Life...

Consultant Plastic Surgeon Mr Paul Banwell has a demanding career running an award-winning NHS skin cancer department, a busy private practice, launching a cutting-edge skincare website, all at the same ...

The New Face of Beauty

Recent years have seen a change in what we perceive to be attractive, with a move away from the ‘cookie cutter’ idea of beauty. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates the reasons behind ...

The Big Interview

Dr Mark Palmer has a wealth of experience in the aesthetics industry and is credited as the man who introduced the revolutionary Alizonne Therapy to the UK. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide picks his ...

Hot Topic: Laser Law

On 1st October, the previously strict regulations governing the use of laser and light-based aesthetic devices were changed, meaning that in the coming months we are likely to see a proliferation of cheaper ...

6 Steps to a Sexy Smile

A recent survey by the British Dental Health Foundation revealed that 75 per cent of adults in the UK don't like smiling for a camera. Here we reveal six steps to achieving - and maintaining - that perfect ...

What's Up, Doc?

We take a closer look at some of the newest phenomena in the world of cosmetic surgery...Acoustic Wave Therapy What is it? A brand new cellulite treatment that uses high frequency acoustic sound ...

Cosmeceuticals: Know Your ABC

By now you've probably got the message that there really is a difference between the creams you can buy in your local chemist and the pharmaceutical grade skincare sold through aesthetic clinics. But ...

Girls on Top

Dr Chiraz Bouzguenda explains why, as a female surgeon, she has a better understanding of the female bodyPlastic surgery is traditionally a male-dominated field in terms of the practitioners, but the vast ...

Pushing the Boundaries

Mr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic is at the forefront of advances in aesthetics. He brought SmartLipo to the UK and earlier this year he introduced Ellansé dermal filler. Here, ...

Word of Mouth

Do you dream of having perfect rosebud lips, like Scarlett Johanssen? Or maybe Angelina’s sultry pout is more your style? Whatever your aim, our team of experts is on hand to help you achieve the look ...

Oralift: The Solution to Every Problem?

Dr Nick Mohindra answers your questions to show the wide-ranging benefits of his product, the OraliftAre there any non-invasive treatments to plump lips other than fillers? I had filler injections last ...

The Neck's Big Thing

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates iGuide, a brand new neck lifting procedure, which promises maximum results with minimal incisionsMost of us dislike our profiles – have you ever caught sight ...

Trust Me, I'm a Doctor

Dr Georges Roman is a cosmetic doctor and an expert in morphopsychology. Here he explains how he combines these two specialties to ensure he offers each patient the perfect treatment for their personalityAs ...

Face the Future

A brand new facial rejuvenation treatment is hitting the UK, and it doesn’t involve knives or needles. We speak to the London Lip Queen herself, Dr Rita Rakus to find out more...It’s always exciting ...

Fillings and Filler

Just imagine a dentist’s clinic with aromatherapy rooms, beauty treatments and even Botox. Welcome to the dental spa phenomenon, where a filling is something to look forward to!A trip to the dentist ...

Straight Talking: Dr Cohan Rajan

Dr Cohan Rajan is the principal dental surgeon at dental-Spa in central London. Every issue he discusses the latest treatments and procedures and answers your dental questionsMy dentist says I have an ...

The Innovator: Dr Vijay

Who: Dr R P Vijayanarayanan (Dr Vijay)What: The One Day SmileWhy: From zero to 24 teeth in just eight hoursIn this series of articles, Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide tells the stories of the men ...

A Weighty Issue

If you’re having trouble shedding those extra pounds but can’t face going under the knife, Alizonne Therapy might be just the answer you’ve been waiting for...Do you feel as though life is one long ...

Smooth Operator

So famed for his FAMI procedure that he is frequently asked to speak at high profile aesthetic conferences, Dr Roger Amar is an internationally renowned cosmetic surgeon. Here, he tells us about a new ...

Vein Talk

Mr Ian Franklin is a consultant vascular surgeon at Cadogan Clinic. He pioneered the introduction of the VNUS Closure treatment for varicose veins to the NHS, carrying out over 1,000 procedures, and has ...

Tighten and Tone

Dr Rupert Gabriel, of Snowberry Lane Clinic in Melksham, talks us through BodyTite – the latest fat reduction treatment that tightens sagging skin at the same time as removing fat, leaving you slimmer and ...

My Journey of Change

Treatment: Rejuvenation of hands with Radiesse Name: Cohl Warren-Howles Age: 52 Occupation: Business Development ManagerWhat prompted you to have the treatment? I have always taken a certain pride in ...

Spotlight On: Esther Fieldgrass

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide interviews Esther Fieldgrass, beauty pioneer and founder of EF MEDISPA, a one-stop-shop for cosmetic surgery and non-invasive treatmentsWhat inspired you to get involved ...

A Safe Pair of Hands

Top cosmetic nurse Andrew Rankin talks to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide about his practice and training the aesthetic practitioners of tomorrowGreat expectations I decided to go into aesthetic nursing ...

Hot Topic: Too Much Too Young?

Dr Andrew Winter, cosmetic dermatologist:“There has been a definite move towards prevention rather than cure – having anti-ageing treatments almost before the signs of ageing begin to appear. I encourage ...

What a Difference a Day Makes

Invasive surgery tends to conjure up images of extended stays in hospital, away from family and familiar surroundings. But advances in anaesthetic technology mean you can now go under the knife and return ...

The Human Touch

We all know the good work that cosmetic surgeons do in restoring beauty and confidence to their patients, but were you aware of the humanitarian work that many of them perform, both in the UK and abroad?Cosmetic ...

The Big Interview: Dr Stephen Bassett

Torn between medicine and the law in his youth, Dr Stephen Bassett of ShapeCymru took the Renaissance man approach and has done both in a varied career. Now, he has cherry-picked the best of both disciplines ...

A Real Alternative to Facial Surgery

Dr Roy Saleh of the prestigious Saleh Aesthetic Clinic explains how dermal fillers, such as Juvéderm Voluma, offer an excellent alternative to the scalpelAt a certain age, when you look in the mirror, ...

Acne Made Clear

Helen Sher, founder of the Sher System, explains the causes behind acne-prone skin and offers her advice on how to deal with itIt is said that acne affects 70 to 80 per cent of the worldwide population ...

Skin Solutions

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide talks to top dermatologist Dr Sandeep Cliff to discover the secret to a glowing complexionEvery girl dreams of having smooth skin, with no spots, no open pores, no lines ...

Helping Hands

Dr Martin Kinsella, of the Re-enhance clinic in Hale, offers some tips on how to turn back the hands of timeWith the advent of minimally invasive and non-surgical treatments, more and more people are ...

Professional Skincare

Dr Beatriz Molina, of Medikas in Somerset, explains why for skincare products that really work, it’s best to seek professional adviceSkincare is a funny thing – people will spend vast sums of money ...

Colour Me Beautiful

Art and science As well as training for my medical degree, I also obtained a postgraduate qualification in interior design and it was the urge to combine these twin passions for art and medicine that ...

Seeing the Light

Laser and light-based procedures are increasingly popular but many of us are in the dark over safety issues surrounding these treatments. The industry deregulation that comes into play on 1st October ...

Mark the Difference

Consultant dermatologist Dr Neil Walker answers our questions on birth marks and how to treat themWhat different types of birthmarks exist and what causes them? It depends on how you define a birthmark. ...

Size Matters

Mr Gary Ross explains why the ever popular boob job is not as simple as it may seem...Breast augmentation is the most common aesthetic procedure worldwide and as such it is often perceived as a simple ...

Challenging Surgery

A relatively common condition that no one likes to talk about: tuberous breasts. Leading breast specialist Mr Philip Turton explains how he tackles this demanding but rewarding surgeryNamed because the ...

Raising Expectations

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates Mr Jian Farhadi’s innovative Internal Bra Breast Lift techniqueBreast lifting is one of the most popular procedures requested by women postpregnancy or ...

Tried and Tested: The Red Carpet Facial

This issue, Ruth Donnelly reveals how Rani Mirza helped her look and feel like a star on her wedding dayWhat is it? The Red Carpet Facial combines three treatments in one, and promises to leave your skin smooth ...

Make-Up Maestro

Hannah Maxwell is a celebrity make-up artist who has worked with some of the music industry’s top names as well as stars of TV and film. Here, she shares with Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide some ...

Last Word

Leading plastic surgeon and former president of BAAPS, Mr Douglas McGeorge offers some food for thoughtCosmetic treatments, carried out well, can add enormously to the quality of life; not only adding ...

Last Word: Dr Tracy Mountford

The new buzzword is ‘make-under’ not ‘makeover’ and Dr Tracy Mountford predicts that this trend is here to stayWhen I first started in the industry 20 years ago we were just focused on filling ...

Cosmetic Camouflage

Mineral make-up is the latest buzzword in beauty but it can also tackle tougher challenges as nurse prescriber and clinic owner Mary White of Outline Skincare knows personally. After trying every make-up ...

PIP Implants Investigated

Cosmetic surgery forums in the UK have been buzzing since the recall of PIP implants by the French medical authorities. Thought to have been used in up to 50,000 breast augmentation procedures in the ...

The Innovator

Who: Mr Adrian RichardsWhat: Inverted nipple correctionWhy: Transforming livesIn this series of articles, Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide tells the stories of the men and women who are pushing forward ...

Right Surgeon, Right Implant, Right Outcome

Specialist breast surgeon Mr Philip Turton identifies the key considerations for those contemplating breast augmentation or redo breast augmentationGetting exceptional results from breast enlargement ...

Keeping Up Appearances

As we age, gravity starts to work against us as everything – faces, bottoms and breasts – start to head south. Dr Ayham Al-Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic, one of the UK’s leading ...

In Combination

Breast uplift and breast augmentation are two very different procedures but, for some women, a combination of these two procedures is necessary to produce the best aesthetic outcome. Leading plastic surgeon ...

Damage Control

We all know the dangers of the sun and are madly slathering on the sun cream, but sadly, for most people, the damage has already been done. Dr Tapan Patel of the VIVA Clinic explains how he works to reverse ...

Up Close and Personal

Laura Howarth describes her transformation at the hands of Dr Martin Kinsella of Re-EnhanceIt’s a funny thing with women in their forties. More and more of us spend our lives struggling for success, ...

Universal Appeal

The virtues of skin needling have been extolled by cosmetic practitioners the world over, but it’s not just women who can benefit from this new super-treatment. Here, Diane Nivern of the Diane Nivern ...

Beauty is Skin Deep

We do know when we see pictures of models and actresses in the magazines that computer trickery has ironed out the lines and wrinkles, eradicated all blemishes and pigmentation and bestowed a zing to ...

Best of Friends

Thermage and Fraxel are two of the most up-to-date treatments on the market. Individually, they are producing amazing results for patients, but it’s together that the magic happensThermage and Fraxel ...

4 Steps to Skincare Heaven

NeoStrata has been at the forefront of skincare since the discovery of AHAs. Dr Marie Elizabeth Briden, of The Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Institute, leads you through the breakthroughs that have ...

Mixing it Up

These days, cosmetic doctors are all in agreement that a combination of treatments works best to deliver natural looking results. Here, we look at the ultimate combination to give you a glowing, dewy ...

SOS: Save Our Skin

Our panel of editors spans three defining decades in the ageing process. With very different skin concerns, we decided to consult the experts for some one-on-one skin advice...Tester One: Ruth Kerrison Skin ...

The Secret of Eternal Youth

Meet Helen Sher, founder of The Sher System; she is 75 and has not had cosmetic surgery... now learn her secretFor the past 19 years, I have been featured in countless magazines, radio, TV and newspapers, ...

Heal Yourself

Your body has an amazing ability to heal itself when damage is caused. And it is this power that cosmetic practitioners harness to reverse the signs of ageing. Leading medical practitioner and specialist ...

Natural Beauty

Leading cosmetic surgeon, Mr Christopher Inglefield BSc FRCS (Plast) of London Bridge Plastic Surgery, presents the Natura Lift... minimally invasive facial rejuvenationOne of the most challenging areas ...

Changing Faces

Dr Martyn King of Cosmedic Skin Clinic describes his experience of non-surgical facelifts using the vectoring technique with RadiesseA vector is a term that describes both magnitude and direction and ...

Great Skin for a Lifetime

We discuss the benefits of using medical grade skincare for healthy, beautiful skin with internationally-known skincare expert and cosmetic surgeon Mr Paul BanwellMost of us have the potential for healthy ...

Dr Simon Bentley

Most of us feel better with a tan, but sun worshipping can cause uneven pigmentation and freckles, making us look older than we are. Dr Simon Bentley of Minerva Clinic discusses the various ways in which ...

Healthy Glow

Lip Plumper

Mr Patrick Mallucci of leading cosmetic surgery practice, London Plastic Surgery Associates, explains how he can offer his patients a permanent poutPermanent implants are a permanent solution to lip enhancement. ...

Seeing the Light

“I always said that I would never dye my hair when it started to go grey or have cosmetic surgery, but now I say just go for it.” Sandra Wilson was a cosmetic surgery sceptic, but a successful Vaser ...

The DIY Facelift

Last issue, we interviewed Dr Nick Mohindra about his invention, the Oralift. Now, we see how the Oralift works from a patient’s perspectiveThe patient: Barbara Antonioni, 65 I first went to see Dr ...

Straight Talking

Dr Farid Monibi is a cosmetic dental surgeon and is the specialist prosthodontist at 76 Harley Street. Every issue he discusses the latest treatments and procedures and answers your dental questionsQ ...

Banish Bingo Wings

Leading cosmetic surgeon Mr Richard Matthews demystifies arm reduction surgeryThe dreaded ‘bingo wings’ mainly affect women of a certain age, whose body fat redistributes to leave loose folds of skin ...

A Woman's Touch

A recent survey revealed that 90 per cent of UK cosmetic surgery patients are women yet only 9 per cent of surgeons are female. We investigate why many women are seeking them outThink of a cosmetic ...

Not in Vain

If you are really serious about eliminating thread veins, sclerotherapy is the preferred treatment option offered by Registered Nurse Carol Laskey of The Laser Clinic. Here she explains whyThread veins ...

Secrets to a Sexier Stomach

How many of us really have the flat, toned midriff of our dreams? Whether your problem is a stubborn pocket of fat on an otherwise slim belly, stretch marks or a more serious weight problem, our team ...

Full Service

Dr Roger Amar, of the Amar Clinic in Marbella, talks us through all the procedures he offers to ensure you look gorgeous from head to toeI have most often appeared on this website to discuss the FAMI ...

A Brand New Me

When she won a ‘Ten Years Younger’ competition last year, Cristiane could not believe her luck. A busy housewife and mother, she had little time to think about her appearance and time was beginning ...

Hot Topic: The Demise of the Scalpel

Over the past two decades, noninvasive cosmetic treatments have seen a huge increase in popularity, and with newer, more effective procedures coming on to the market all the time, that trend looks set ...

Men and the Mid-Knife Crisis

An increasing number of men are turning to cosmetic surgery to turn back the signs of ageing. We investigate the growing trendIn a society where the pressure on women to look younger and slimmer grows ...

The Big Interview

Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Bryan Mayou and his wife Susan, a leading dermatologist, founded Cadogan Clinic three years ago in order to fulfil their dream of offering the very best in cosmetic surgery, ...

Breast Intentions

Emma had dreamed of having a breast augmentation for years. Seven months before her wedding, she took the plunge, combining it with a family holiday in Gran CanariaHaving lost a lot of weight after the ...

Last Word

By concentrating just on facial plastic surgery, leading New York plastic surgeon Dr Sam Rizk has been able to gain vast practical experience and develop innovative techniques to match the needs of his ...

The Spa Slot: Yolanta Hair and Beauty

They say"Our aim at Yolanta Hair & Beauty is that our clients are here to be spoiled and cherished; we're here to take care of you."First impressionsThe staff here pride themselves on their customer care ...

Tried and Tested: The Years Younger Facial

In this issue, Katharine Griffiths works on her self-image with a treatment from Rani Mirza, the queen of facials What is it?The Years Younger Facial is a new treatment developed by Rani Mirza, one of ...

Uplifting Surgery

Leading plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross explains the options available once gravity takes its toll Gravity is the enemy of us all and as well as causing the face to sag it can also have an effect on our ...

No Problem

Thousands of women dream of increasing their bust size, and in recent years, advances in cosmetic surgery have made that dream a possibility for all of us. But what do you do if your new breasts aren't ...

Chewing the Fat

We all want the perfect body but we also find it difficult to stick to a rigid exercise and diet regime and, even if we do manage to achieve our perfect weight, we're often plagued by stubborn pockets ...

What's the Difference?

Confused about the differences between laser and intensepulsed light treatments? Dr Elizabeth Raymond Brown of theLCS Academy explainsI describe laser as a ‘pure' form of light; what I mean by that ...

Roll On Summer

Three of the top cosmetic doctors in the business explain why the new micro-needling treatment is the genuine articleWith summer just around the corner we all feel as if we should be turning our attention ...

Saving Face

Lorna Bowes is UK Brand Manager for the NeoStrata cosmeceutical line - a brand she first came across several years ago when working for a large dermal filler company. Here, she explains why she is so ...

Milking the Benefits

The experts at Ericson Laboratoire have utilised the power of milk in an innovative skincare cocktail that promises to nourish, regenerate and rejuvenate and eradicate the signs of ageingPredating Cleopatra ...

In the Red

Rosacea can have a huge impact on your life, but many people don't even realise the condition exists. Here, we meet Helen Sher, a woman determined to change that...If you blush easily, or are prone to ...

Botox as You've Never Seen it Before

Dr David Taylor of Northwest Aesthetics talks us through some of the lesser known uses of our favourite anti-wrinkle treatmentPain reliefBotox can be used for the relief of tension headaches and it has ...

Raising Your Game

At a certain age it is no longer a question of just tackling a line here or a wrinkle there... Radiesse could be the answer when gravity takes its tollThere are a wide range of products on the market ...

Lip Service

Last issue we looked at the story behind the invention of PermaLip, the innovative lip implant which has taken the States by storm. Now, cosmetic surgeon Adrian Richards explains how he combines PermaLip ...

Happy Mouth

Dr Toni Phillips, Medical Director of Renew Medica, gives her tips for a prettier, perkier smileLip enhancement is one of the most challenging areas of aesthetic medicine - in about 20 per cent of cases ...

The Innovator: Dr Nick Mohindra

Who: Dr Nick MohindraWhat: The OraliftWhy: Reversing ageing without knives or needlesThe fields of science and medicine are littered with examples of serendipitous discoveries; from the discovery of penicillin ...

I Sea the Future

Novabel from Merz Aesthetics, an innovative new product sourced from marine algae, is set to change the future of facial treatmentsThe past few decades have seen giant leaps in the aesthetic industry; ...

A Winning Smile

Winning the Grand National in his maiden race on a 100/1 outsider was the pinnacle of Liam Treadwell's career and although Claire Balding's on-air jibe about his teeth didn't overshadow his moment of ...

Demystifying Dental Implants

Dental implants are fast becoming the preferred treatment for people wanting to replace missing teeth. Dr Simon Darfoor gives you all the information you need about how to build the perfect smileDental ...

Designer Dentistry

Dr Andrea Ubhi discusses the most common treatments used to enhance your smileComposite Bonding/Composite VeneersComposite veneers are small amounts of tooth coloured filling material which is securely ...

Straight Talking: Dr Farid Monibi

Dr Farid Monibi is a cosmetic dentist and is the specialist prosthodontist at 76 Harley Street. In every issue he discusses the latest treatments and procedures and answers your dental questionsWhat would ...

Excess Baggage

Dr Joshua Berkowitz of the Wimpole Aesthetic Centre tackles a tricky problem - stubborn pockets of fat that just won't goWe all come in different shapes and sizes and no matter how healthy our diet or ...

Say Your Goodbyes to Your Orange Peel Thighs

As spring inches towards summer we're starting to peel off the layers, but do we really want the world to witness the lumps and bumps that lie beneath? Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates ...

A Fresh Look for Eyes

Unhappy with the appearance of the deep hollows beneath her eyes, Maggie had been scared off injectables after a previous treatment had caused her severe discomfort. Innovative new treatment Novabel proved ...

Hot Topic - Safety Matters

The recent surge in non-surgical treatments has seen a rise in ‘rogue' practitioners with treatments being offered in totally inappropriate venues, from nail bars to Botox parties. But from this month, ...

The Demise of the Scalpel

Mr Chris Inglefield of London Bridge Plastic Surgery takes a provocative look at how the rise of the non-invasive procedure could be the death of traditional cosmetic surgeryThe desire to look younger ...

Cosmic Skincare

Skincare guru Tracey Beesley, who runs SkinBrands Ltd, explains the science behind cosmeceuticalsThere is a new skincare trend taking the USA and now the UK by storm which promises to deliver radiant ...

Countdown to Summer Beauty

How long is the recovery time from laser skin resurfacing? When is the best time to have Botox before you jet off on holiday? What is the best treatment to get you beach body ready? Cosmetic doctor Martin ...

Spotlight On: Dr Stefanie Williams

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide interviews top cosmetic dermatologist Dr Stefanie WilliamsYou have done a lot of research looking into hand rejuvenation. Is the old saying that a woman's hands always ...

Silver Surgery

The latest statistics show a record number of over 60s indulging in nips and tucks. We investigate the growing penchant for plastic surgery among UK pensionersEven a decade ago, an OAP conjured up images ...

Face Value

Facial thread veins can make you look older than your years. Christine Heather of Castle SkinCareClinic in Macclesfield explains about a revolutionary new treatment she offers to help you gain the confidence ...

Getting to the Root of the Matter

Dr Richard Milner of St Ann's Dental Clinic is a registered Specialist in endodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics and restorative dentistry. Here, he answers some of the more frequently asked questions ...

Smooth Operator

Keen to offer clients the most up-todate laser hair removal technology, Manor Dental and Skin Spa invested in Soprano XL, which promises a pain-free experience with great resultsSociety dictates that ...

Body Language

Abdominoplasty (more commonly known as a tummy tuck) is a procedure most commonly requested by women post pregnancy or after extreme weight loss. Leading plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross explains... Motherhood ...

Spotlight On: Dr Raj Acquilla

CosmeticSurgeryToday talks to top cosmetic doctor Raj Acquilla about his practice, his philosophy and his top beauty tips... What inspired you to become a cosmetic doctor?After completing my medical ...

Countdown to Summer Beauty

The Full Story

Planning to have cosmetic surgery can be daunting, especially if you don't know what to expect. Here, husband and wife team Stuart and Lindsey McKirdy talk you through the process, from initial consultation ...

The Big Interview

Dr Tracey Bell, cosmetic dentist, aesthetic physician and founder of Age Perfecting treatments and the Tracey Bell brand, has a story to tell. She counts celebrities such as Abbey Clancy and Natasha Hamilton ...

Carry On Doctor

As one of the very first cosmetic dermatologists in the UK, Dr Andrew Winter has witnessed firsthand the rise of nonsurgical cosmetic treatments. Here he shares his experiences with Cosmetic Surgery & ...

Last Word: Mr Richard Matthews

Leading plastic surgeon Richard Matthews, who practises throughout Coventry and Warwickshire, clears up some common confusions about cosmetic surgeryI am sometimes asked why surgeons in Britain are called ...

Light Fantastic

With new treatments becoming available all the time, Christine Fittus from The Linea Clinic in Malvern explains why she decided to introduce i-lipo to the range she offersWe all want a quick fix to remove ...

Excess Baggage

Dark circles and bags beneath the eyes can make us look tired and older than we really are, and most products available to treat the problem only offer a temporary solution. Goodie Pabla of Allure Laser ...

Trade Secrets: Genuine Dermaroller Therapy

CosmeticSurgeryToday.co.uk investigates a skin-needling treatment, that could be the genuine articleWhile Botox can smooth your crow's feet and dermal fillers can plump up lips or lines, it is often hard ...

Brazilian Beauty

Enhance Medical in Cheltenham is one of only four clinics outside London to offer the revolutionary RioBlush carboxy therapy system. Owner Rachael Grey Smart, RGN, explains what makes RioBlush such a ...

Scar No More

Facial scarring can have a severe psychological impact. Here, the experts at Tinkable explain how they can make the problem disappear...For most of us, the biggest concern we have about our face is the ...

Right on the Nose

Rhinoplasty is one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures but can have a profound impact on a patient's life. Leading plastic surgeon Mr Richard Matthews gives us the lowdownThe principal components ...

Straight Talking

It is now possible to achieve straight white teeth without the pain of the drill or fixed braces. Dr Roy Dixon of Augusta Dental Centre explores the modern options for achieving a great smileCrooked teeth ...

Smooth Operator

Monica Milne of Beauty in a Flash explains the benefits of Intense Pulsed Light Therapy for hair removalHair removal is an ongoing struggle in every woman's life - and some men's, too! - and most of the ...

Body Language

Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Fazel Fatah explains all the different options that are available to patients when contemplating body contouring surgeryBody contouring surgery deals with the correction ...

Spotlight On: Mr Andrew Rankin

CosmeticSurgeryToday.co.uk interviews top aesthetic nurse Andrew Rankin about his practice and training the aesthetic practitioners of tomorrowWhat inspired you to become a cosmetic nurse?I've always ...

Last Word: Mr Philip Turton

Philip Turton, one of the UK's leading aesthetic breast surgeons, discusses what breast health check-up or screening women should consider in relation to cosmetic breast surgery (view profile)All breast ...

Trade Secrets

Tester: Rachel MaherProduct: LASHFOOD Natural Eye Lash Conditioner, £79, www.lashfood.co.ukHaving never been blessed with Cheryl Cole-like lashes I relished the opportunity to test LASHFOOD Natural Eye ...

Tried and Tested: LipoSonix

view before & after gallery...In this issue, Amy Lindsay puts the revolutionary new non-invasive lipo alternative through its paces...What is it?The new non-surgical LipoSonix system is designed to shift ...

American Beauty

Aesthetic consultant Wendy Lewis gives us the lowdown on all the latest treatments and procedures hot in from the USWHAT'S NEW IN FILLERSAs of February 2010, Allergan Juvederm Ultra XC gets FDA approval, ...

Beauty Queen

Having been a successful celebrity make-up artist for twenty years, a brush with skin cancer woke Susan Posnick up to the need for a new type of make-up. She talks to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide ...

Time and Again

Even a successful breast augmentation can be affected by the ravages of time. Leading plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross explains how he deals with revision breast augmentation, an often complex and difficult ...

Diary of a Boob Job

Emily Williams had always felt that her breasts were disproportionately small for her otherwise curvaceous figure. After much soul-searching, she eventually decided to undergo a breast augmentation and ...

What are Your Options?

Specialist breast surgeon Mr Philip Turton discusses what options are available when contemplating breast surgeryUplifting resultsSome women just have very marked breast droop but the breast size is normal ...

The Speed of Light

One of the biggest drawbacks of permanent hair reduction on a large area is that treatment time can be very lengthy. Market leaders Lumenis introduce LightSheer Duet which promises high speed permanent ...

The Divine Nine Steps to Beautiful Skin

Like it or not, others make unconscious judgements about us based on our looks. And the condition of your skin is one of the most powerful statements you can make about yourself. Leading US plastic surgeon ...

Time on your Hands

Your hands can be the biggest giveaway of your age and are ironicallymamongst the most difficult areas to treat. However, a recent study by top dermatologist Dr Stefanie Williams shows that Restylane ...

Skin SOS

Our lifestyle has a direct, visible impact on our skin. By the time we hit 30, too much sun, smoking and stress will be taking their toll and our skin will be the first suffer. Amy Lindsay looks at the ...

Luscious Lips

A recent study by Unilever scientists has confirmed what most of us have long suspected: fuller lips really do make you look younger.With so many lip plumping treatments on the market, it can be difficult ...

FAMI Uncovered

The FAMI technique was pioneered by Dr Roger Amar in the mid nineties, and has successfully been rejuvenating faces ever since. But how much do we really understand about the procedure? Cosmetic Surgery ...

Turn Up the Volume

Dr Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic believes that wonder product Sculptra really does provide a non-surgical facelift and here he explains howOur preoccupation with the body beautiful means ...

Myth Buster

Dr Hugo Kitchen of Stratford Dermatherapy Clinic sorts the myths from the facts about the UK's number one non-surgical treatment... botulinum toxin"It's a poison"Botulinum toxin is a poison. But so is ...

Face Value

In the current financial climate, treatments that offer longer results are becoming increasingly popular. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide investigates RadiesseAlthough the UK is now officially out ...

Smile Savvy

A radiant smile has long been seen as a symbol of natural beauty and temporary dermal fillers such as Juvéderm ULTRA SMILE can give you plumper, more defined lips without succumbing to the dreaded trout ...

It's a Miracle

Keen to avoid the downtime and cost of a traditional facelift, Claire tried the Miracle Frame Facelift with great resultsTreatment: Miracle Frame FaceliftName: ClaireAge: 56Occupation: Project ManagerWhat ...

Life Changing Results

The experts at Woodford House Dental Practice explain how changing your smile could transform your lifeAs we get older, little signs can give away our age. But rather than throwing yourself into an extreme ...

Less is More

A history of fibroids had left Sandra with excess fat on her stomach and low self-esteem. Unwilling to resort to invasive surgery, she decided to try out a new body sculpting treatment, BodyTite, that ...

Calf Love

Plastic surgeon Dr Gennaro Selvaggi reports on a new surgical procedure developed in Asia that is growing in popularity here... calf reductionIn my cosmetic surgery practice, young girls often come to ...

Scarring: The Final Frontier

The risk of scarring is a major consideration when planning non-essential surgery and can be hugely off-putting. However, a new treatment from Advantech Surgical could be about to change the face of scarring ...

Carry on Doctor

For some people no amount of diet and exercise can achieve a sculpted physique as leading cosmetic doctor Grant Hamlet knew personally. Intrigued by innovative body sculpting procedure Vaser Hi-Def, Dr ...

Body Beautiful

The arrival of spring means it is time to start thinking about getting our bodies ready to be seen, but deciding whether to start with our love handles, rough, dry skin or orange peel thighs is enough ...

Full Coverage

MHT (Micro Hair Tattoo) scalp pigmentation treatment from HIS Hair Clinic could provide an immediate cosmetic solution to hair lossHair plays a large role in defining your image, with around 50 per cent ...

Skin Confidence

Alicia felt that she couldn't leave the house without wearing heavy make-up until a course of chemical peels cleared up her skin pigmentation problem Treatment: Yellow PeelName: Alicia VilmanAge: 33Occupation: ...

The Big Interview

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Guide interviews top cosmetic doctor Martin Kinsella What inspired you to become a cosmetic doctor?I've always had an interest in the way people's faces are made up, and ...

Attitudes to cosmetic surgery: US versus UK

We often look to America to take the lead in cosmetic surgery and now two leading experts in the cosmetic surgery field with experience on both sides of the Atlantic talk to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics ...

Take Care

Liz Bardolph, BSc RGN INP, of Cosmecare has been working in the field of aesthetics for the past twelve years and is a founder member of the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses (BACN). Here, she shares ...

Act on your Age

Top cosmetic doctor Tracy Mountford of The Cosmetic Skin Clinic gives her top tips and recommended treatments for ageing well through the decadesPeople are living longer than ever before as healthier ...

Hot Topic - DIY Botox

Buying Botox online is frighteningly easy, and with the credit crunch in full swing, the opportunity to get your wrinkle freezing fix without breaking the bank could be very tempting. Recently, a few ...

How the YouLaser transformed a life

Many years of ill health had resulted in dry, lined and lacklustre skin and badly damaged Jean's confidence. But after undergoing the fractional C02 YouLaser procedure at The Lynton Clinic in Cheadle, ...

Last Word

Mr James Murphy, Consultant Plastic Surgeon and full member of both BAAPS and BAPRAS, explains the importance of researching your surgeon thoroughly before embarking on a potentially lifechanging course ...

Mum's the Word

With the rise of the 'mummy makeover', post-pregnancy breast augmentations are becoming increasingly popular. Leading plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross offers an insight into this procedure and how to make ...

Turn Back Time on Lines and Wrinkles

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates the YouLaser - a revolutionary new treatment which promises to create a firmer, fresher and more even complexionIf you, like many of us, dread looking ...

Skin Deep

Recent reports suggest that skin tone and texture give away your age just as much as the lines on your face, but as Peter Beard, director of local clinic chain SkinGenesis reveals, this isn't news to ...

Way to Glow

With an array of new skin revitalisation treatments now available, Ann Malone from the Rejuvenation Clinic in Sale, tells us why Restylane Vital Light is her choiceAnti-ageing is not just about managing ...

Changing Faces

We have come a long way since the 'wind tunnel effect' facelift and neck lift ops of the Eighties, and these days there is more than one way to lift a face. Leading plastic surgeon Mr James Murphy explains ...

A Stitch in Time

Mr Peter Paterson FRCS, surgical director of Sandon House Clinic in Preston, talks us through the LA Facelift, a procedure he pioneered, which promises all the benefits of a facelift at half the price ...

Express Yourself!

Shameless star Tina Malone was looking for a way to keep the ageing process at bay without losing her facial expressions, and turned to The Hospital Group for a solutionWhat prompted you to have the procedure?I ...

Pump Up the Volume

Dr Fiona Cowie, celebrated cosmetic doctor and medical director of the Facial Contours Clinics, talks to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine about the recent increase in demand for non-surgical mid-facelifts ...

Natural Looks

The experts at Ramsay Health Care UK explain how it is possible to get a natural look without surgeryThe 'Noughties' saw the dramatic rise of non-surgical facial treatments, not only in the UK, but globally. ...

Designer Dentistry

Dr Richard Brookshaw of St Ann's Dental Clinic is internationally recognised in implant dentistry, with a success rate of more than 98 per cent. Here, he answers some of the most frequently asked questions ...

A Weighty Issue

If you're having trouble shedding those extra pounds but can'tface going under the knife, Alizonne Therapy might be just theanswer you've been waiting for...Do you feel as though life is one long battle ...

The Shape of Things to Come

Leading plastic surgeon Stuart McKirdy works with his wife Lindsey, a plastic surgery nurse specialist. Here he explains the process involved in body contouring surgery following dramatic weight lossThere ...

Safe in our Hands

In recent years, the world of medical aesthetics has become a minefield, with everyone from beauty therapists to vets trying to get in on the act. Local clinic director, Michelle Irving, RGN, NIP talks ...

Spotlight on: Dr Martin Kinsella

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews top cosmetic doctor Dr Martin Kinsella about his practice and why he wants to train the aesthetic practitioners of tomorrowWhat inspired you to become ...

Last Word: Mr Norman Waterhouse

Norman Waterhouse, one of the UK's leading surgeons in aesthetic facial plastic surgery, reasons why minimal doesn't always translate into maximum resultsMinimus. My daughters introductory Latin textbook ...

American Beauty

Aesthetic consultant Wendy Lewis gives us the lowdown on all the latest treatments and procedures hot in from the USPeel to Reveal Gorgeous SkinIf you are keen to skip lasers and light-based devices, ...

Tried & Tested: The Hydrafacial

In this issue, Ruth Kerrison puts the latest high-tech facial to the testWhat is it?The new Hydrafacial treatment is a super-hydrating skin resurfacing procedure - known in the industry as hydradermabrasion ...

Pure Beauty

Capsular contracture is the most common complication follow breast implant surgery. We answer your questions on Polyurethane Surface Breast Implants which significantly reduce the risk of capsular contractureWhat ...

Breast Reduction Explained

Suffering from overly large breasts? Plastic surgeon Mr Gary Ross explains how breast reduction surgery can dramatically improve your quality of lifeAesthetic breast surgery aims to both change and improve ...

It's Only Natural

Lara Haworth reveals all in her personal account of the new Macrolane breast enhancement treatment she had with Dr Martin Kinsella at RE-ENHANCENever having been blessed with voluptuous breasts I've compensated ...

Making the Right Choice

Award-winning plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr Gennaro Selvaggi explains how he guides patients into making the right choices when deciding to have a breast augmentationBreast augmentation is the ...

Fast Work

Lumenis introduces LightSheer Duet which promises high speed permanent hair removal. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates...In a world where everything moves so fast, we demand faster and ...

Spot Free

Trudie had resigned herself to a lifetime of bad skin after acne scarring had left her feeling less feminine and confident, but a new laser treatment has transformed her appearanceTreatment: Matrix RF ...

No Sweat...

Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a serious medical condition that affects millions of people around the world - approximately three per cent of the population. Dr Ayoubi of the London Medical ...

Simply Perfect

A new skincare range, Perfection, aims to tackle pigmentation problems at a cellular levelMany people suffer from a skin pigmentation disorder at some point in their lives and they can lead to embarrassment ...

Do we really need moisturisers?

We think we're doing the right thing by using moisturisers day and night but what if we are actually just contributing to the ageing process? The prescription-only Obagi skincare range could contain the ...

Love Your Skin

The only thing that Elisabeth McNeil could see when she looked in the mirror was her blocked pores so after ten years of trying to find a solution she turned to Susanne Williams at Danne Montague-King ...

Roll With It

Jo Martin, clinical director of leading aesthetic provider Mapperley Park Clinic, explains why Genuine Dermaroller has such positive benefitsI became interested in needle rolling in 2001 when the first ...

Show Your Glow

An uneven complexion had plagued Lisa for years until she tried new product Lumixyl Treatment: LumixylName: Lisa B.Age: 42Occupation: Office AdministratorWhat prompted you to have the treatment?I've had ...

Hot Stuff...

Mr Mark Whiteley of Absolute Aesthetics breaks down the latest skin tightening treatment by ThermageOne of the most distressing things about ageing is when the skin becomes looser and crepey. This can ...

Pucker Up

Wendy was unhappy with both the shape and fullness her lips so decided to have a lip enhancement with Teosyal KISS dermal fillerTreatment: Lip enhancementName: Wendy Age: 31Occupation: Recruitment ConsultantWhat ...

No Quick Fix

For the best results, a long-term approach is essential. Dr Tracy Mountford of The Cosmetic Skin Clinic explains why it is so important to work out a thorough treatment planWe all want to look as good ...

Get to the Point

Facial rejuvenation with acupuncture is a way to delay the ageing process in both men and women without the need for surgery and its associated risks and downtime. Katharine Griffiths gets on the couchWorking ...

Artistic Endeavours

"The lines on my face made me look tired and stressed, which is often the opposite of how I'm actually feeling." Celebrity hair and make-up artist Martin English wanted to look youthful and rested, rather ...

Going Back to your Roots

Traditionally it has been not feasible to treat exposed gums but with Alloderm it is now possible to reverse this sign of ageing and give you back your beautiful smileHealthy gum tissue protects your ...

Model Looks

Amy was concerned that chipped teeth could be damaging her career as an actress and model, so she visited Dr Amjad Malik at Woodford House Dental Practice to achieve a perfect smileTreatment: Smile DesignName: ...

Smile Savvy

Even heavily stained teeth can be transformed with the innovative KöR whitening system that is available in the UK with award-winning dental practice UltraSmile*Your smile is one of your biggest assets. ...

Make it Clear

Laser eye surgery has transformed countless lives but not everyone is suitable for the procedure. Mr Pillai of Advance Vision Care explains what other options there are Wouldn't it be great to wake up ...

Sleeping Beauty

Want to avoid a wrinkled cleavage? Innovative new product the NightBra could be the answer...We all want a beautiful, smooth décolletage as nothing shows your age more than a wrinkled cleavage, but often ...

Dump your Lumps

LipoSonix from Dr Rita Rakus proved a success for Joan Cargill as she attempted to shift the dreaded ‘muffin top'Treatment: LipoSonixName: Joan CargillAge: 32Occupation: Medical PAWhat prompted you ...

Scared of scars?

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates new wonder treatment NewGel+ which can improve scarring and even prevent the occurrence of hypertrophic scars and keloidsOne of the biggest fears of ...

The Big Interview: Dr Kieren Bong

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews top cosmetic doctor Dr Kieren BongWhat inspired you to become a cosmetic doctor?I have always believed that aesthetics is a combination of art and science. ...

Instant Inch Loss

Sculpting your body no longer takes months in the gym or the trauma of an invasive procedure. A new generation of non-invasive body treatments means you can reshape your body in your lunch hour without ...

Your 2010 Beauty Planner

If you're planning on some pampering this year, we've come up with your 2010 beauty diary to let you know when to kick-start your beauty regime to stay stunning for all seasonsJanuary: Zap that Belly ...

Last Word: Mr Rajiv Grover

Mr Rajiv Grover, Consultant Plastic Surgeon and Secretary of BAAPS, cautions the public that they should thoroughly investigate any treatment before embarking on potentially life-changing decisionsThe ...

Trade Secrets: Needle Therapy

In this issue our three testers investigate at-home micro-needling devicesGenuine Dermaroller I have just turned 35 and my skin seems to have suddenly worsened in this last couple of months.I have two ...

American Beauty

Aesthetic consultant Wendy Lewis gives us the lowdown on all the latest treatments and procedures hot in from the USKinder, gentler Thermage CPT Short of a proper surgical facelift and neck lift, there ...

Tried & Tested: Vaser Liposelection

In this issue, Sarah Hedley puts the latest fat-busting fix to the testWhat is it? Vaser Liposelection is the latest solution for shifting stubborn areas of fat. Whereas previously SmartLipo had utilised ...

Home & Away

The UK's leading independent cosmetic surgery adviser, Linda Briggs, answers all your cosmetic surgery questions Top tips for choosing a surgeonA surgeon on your doorstep, who can do exactly what you ...

Great Expectations

Recycling your own fat to get an increased cleavage sounds like a dream come true. As fat grafting to breasts hits the news we ask London's leading female cosmetic plastic surgeon Ms Angelica Kavouni ...

The Truth about Gynaecomastia

Specialist breast surgeon Mr Philip Turton explains why men no longer have to suffer in silence with this common male problemThe explosion in the number of men who develop excessive breast tissue has ...

Berry Beautiful

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates the Strawberry from Laser Lipo, a new multi-functional laser treatment Laser technology has made great advances in recent years and new laser treatment ...

Knee High

It is rumoured that Demi Moore had her knees done and now it is possible to resolve the problem of lumpy, bumpy and dimply knees with laser knee sculpting. Dr Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic ...

The Smart Choice

Fractional laser represents a great leap forward in what can be achieved in laser skin resurfacing with better results and less downtime. Dr R S Naidoo explainsThe natural ageing process together with ...

Scar Revision

Julie Drennan Arnold CME of Bio2Clinic explains how she tackles scars and pigmentation with some astounding resultsThe multi-treatment approach we take at Bio2Clinic to scarring has drawn patients from ...

Calm Down

Almost half of us suffer from sensitive skin but the next development in cosmeceuticals promises to deal with this condition. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigatesSensitive skin can be the ...

Understanding AHAs

AHAs are the wonder ingredients in most skincare and beauty products but what exactly are they? And why are clinician-dispensed products a better bet than over-the-counter products?AHAs or Alpha-Hydroxy ...

Easy Appeal

A new chemical peel aims to treat a variety of skin conditions without the harsh effects of other treatmentsEasy (TCA) Peel® is a new class of peeling: a multi-component based solution (saponins, vitamins, ...

The Science of Ageing

Forever young human cells: myth or reality? The idea of an elixir of youth is as old as recorded history. Alchemists from as far back as ancient Egypt have tried to make a powder or a liquid that could ...

Botox Explained

Most of us have heard of Botox® but many of us don't actually understand much about this wonder drug. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates An incredible 2.46 million Americans had a Botox® ...

Changing Faces

Top Parisian surgeon, Dr Foued Hamza, a specialist in breast and facial surgery explains his approach to mid-face rejuvenation An individual's identity is often primarily determined by the face-its ...

Managing Your Looks

Top cosmetic dentist and expert in facial aesthetics, Gertrude Huss of the Hill Street Clinic, explains why she has embraced the following guide to maintaining your looks: prevention, beautification, ...

A Reason to Smile

Cosmetic dentist Dr Andrea Ubhi discusses how to create the perfect smile from crooked teeth Many of us have crooked teeth: for some of us, we have one or two teeth slightly out of line, whereas others ...

Word of Mouth

Straight white teeth, without the drill or fixed braces, are now possible. Dr Paul Humber of Hopvine House Dental Surgery explores the modern options for achieving a great smile For centuries, a great ...

Designer Dentistry

Implant expert Dr Zoltan Elischer of Sanco Dental explains all you need to know about dental implants People lose teeth all the time, either through decay, old age or trauma, when the teeth are knocked ...

Whiten Up

The experts at Woodford House Dental explain why tooth whitening is the perfect entry-level procedure - a beautiful brighter smile without the pain, downtime and cost associated with other procedures It ...

Straight Talking

Dr Bob Khanna is a cosmetic dental surgeon and an internationally renowned expert in facial aesthetics. Every issue he discusses the latest treatments and procedures and answers your questions What does ...

Eye Full

Bothered by eye bags? Worried about the loose or baggy skin around your eyes? Specialist eye surgeon, Mr Pitalia of spaMedica, looks at the surgical and non-surgical options for rejuvenating the eyes ...

In Harmony

Rhinoplasty is one of the most commonly requested surgical procedures and Mr Antonio Orlando of Bristol Plastic Surgery explains how a surgeon can achieve facial harmony with this operationRhinoplasty ...

Abs-solutely Amazing

Aesthetic physical beauty is frequently thwarted by genetic predisposition to excess fat or fatty bulging in the wrong places. No amount of diet and exercise can overcome this predisposition. Dr Grant ...

Fuzz Free

A desire to have hair-free skin led one woman to experiment with TRIA, an at-home laser hair removal device Name: Kloey PenmanAge: 22Occupation: Customer service coordinatorTreatment: Laser hair removal ...

Crowning Glory

Hair loss is as common in women as it is in men. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates what can be an incredibly distressing condition For a woman, more so than for a man, hair is a crucial ...

Renewed Confidence

Extreme dieting had resulted in unsightly facial hair for student Zulekha who decided to have laser hair removal to deal with the problemTreatment: Laser Hair RemovalName: Zulekha AkhterAge: 21Occupation: ...

America Bound

Why are so many British flying to the USA for plastic surgery? Dr Jeffrey Spiegel, a leading facial plastic surgeon in Boston, explains why he has seen a surge in patients from the UK When it comes to ...

The Big Interview

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews top cosmetic doctor Dr Rita RakusWhat inspired you to become a cosmetic doctor?I have always been interested in health and fitness and preventative medicine. ...

Self Heal

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates an innovative new skin therapy that reverses the signs of ageing by utilising your body's own natural resources Dr Daniel Sister of Beautyworkswest ...

The Rise of the Medi-Spa

Imagine a spa where you can have microdermabrasion with your manicure and Botox with your blow dry. Welcome to the world of the medi-spa While a spa day used to simply involve a massage and a facial, ...

Drop a Dress Size for Christmas

From tummy tucks to contouring creams, we've found the best solutions to get you slim and svelte for the Christmas party If you're keen to get trim so you can indulge in all the festive trimmings, we've ...

Last Word: Professor Laurence Kirwan

With practices in both the UK and USA, top cosmetic surgeon Laurence Kirwan gives us the lowdown on cosmetic surgery on both sides of the AtlanticThe main difference between the USA and the UK is that ...

The Spa Slot: The Rejuvenation Clinic & MediSpa

THEY SAY "Make ageing an optional process with a visit to The Rejuvenation Clinic & MediSpa, founded by Dr Mario Luca Russo, MD. At the Rejuvenation Clinic, US-trained clinicians can restore beautiful, ...

Put to the Test

In this issue, top celebrity make-up artist Claire Harmer reviews foundations from the leading mineral make-up brands Susan Posnick Colorflo Pros Very easy to apply as the foundation is inside the brush ...

Trade Secrets: Hold Tight

In this issue we investigate post-surgery compression garments Just for Men Designed for use after gynacomastia (male breast reduction) procedures or just to give the appearance of a slimmer and more ...

American Beauty

Aesthetic consultant Wendy Lewis gives us the lowdown on all the latest treatments and procedures hot in from the US Lighten up with LumixylTM LumixylTM is a non-toxic, non-irritating, synthetic peptide ...

A Brighter Shade of Pale

A brighter skin tone is possible with Dermalogica's new ChromaWhite TRx With recent news reports full of horror stories about sun beds and the dangers of tanning, pale skin is making a comeback and ...

Home & Away

The UK's leading independent cosmetic surgery adviser, Linda Briggs, answers all your cosmetic surgery questions and offers advice on embarking on surgery both here and abroad Who is Linda Briggs? Well, ...

Lift Off

Top Parisian surgeon, Dr Foued Hamza, a specialist in breast and facial surgery explains his approach to breast lift operations A woman's breasts help define her femininity, and with the vast differences ...

In the Limelight

As summer draws to a close, whether you ventured overseas or opted for a ‘staycation', chances are you'll be noticing the effects of the sun on your skin. As we age, the visible signs of sun damage ...

Pearl Beauty

We find out more about Pearl, a groundbreaking new laser treatment that promises to produce great results in just one session A new anti-ageing laser system for tackling fine lines and sun damage can ...

Everything you need to know about... laser tattoo removal

Jordan has recently covered her ‘Pete' tattoo up with a cross and Johnny Depp changed ‘Winona Forever' to ‘Wino Forever', but there is another way to deal with tattoos if you start to regret them. ...

Less Invasive, More Effective

Laser and IPL treatments work by burning your skin, chemical peels dissolve it and microdermabrasion scrapes the top layer away. The MSN Roller is unique in that it refreshes and rejuvenates your skin's ...

The Silhouette Facelift

Leading cosmetic surgeon, Mr Christopher Inglefield of London Bridge Plastic Surgery, presents the Silhouette Facelift, which deals with the signs of ageing without the scarring and downtime associated ...

Plumping Up

Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Sanjay Azad explains the increasingly popular procedure of fat transfer and its many benefits in fighting the ageing process There has been an explosion in the medical aesthetic ...

Nervous of Needles?

Dr Tracy Mountford of The Cosmetic Skin Clinic explains what can be done to soothe needle-phobic patients as well as rounding up needle-free treatments that are ideal for first-time procedures Being ...

Teething Trouble

Looking after your teeth might have more advantages than just a perfect smile: new research has suggested a link between gum disease and heart disease. Dr Farid Monibi and his colleagues at 76 Harley ...

What is standing between you and the perfect smile?

"Teeth are the internal scaffolding of the face, get that right and you can alter the facial anatomy," says cosmetic dentist and aesthetic practitioner Tracey Bell as she explains all you need to know ...

Straight Talking

Full Service Care

Laser eye surgery is becoming increasingly popular but it is important to know what to look out for when planning this procedure Vision correction procedures including laser eye surgery, lens exchange ...

Clearly the best

Mr Pillai of Advance Vision Care, one of the UK's most experienced refractive surgeons, focuses on Clear Lens Extraction, where your natural lens is removed and replaced with an artificial implant that ...

Picture Perfect

After a bully taunted her profile on social networking site Facebook, Lowri Ryland sought rhinoplasty surgery Treatment: RhinoplastyName: Lowri RylandAge: 21Occupation: Student What prompted you to have ...

Nose Reshaping

Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Mr Taimur Shoaib focuses on rhinoplasty Of all the surgical procedures we perform as plastic surgeons, a rhinoplasty (or nose job) is probably the most complex. A rhinoplasty ...

Are you ready for your Little Black Dress?

The party season is almost upon us and that sexy little black dress might just be highlighting a wrinkled décolletage. Restylane Vital Light could be the answer to a smoother look to what is often ...

The Fuller Picture

Channel 5 presenter, Liz Fuller, knows how difficult it is for women in the media with the constant pressure to look your best. Here she explains why she decided to go for a body makeover with cosmetic ...

No More Love Handles

After years of struggling with her post-pregnancy body, Susan Martin underwent a tummy tuck and liposuction to give her the figure she desired Treatment: Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) and love handles and ...

The Ultimate Experience

Every issue we check out the latest procedures and treatments on the market... Treatment: Teosyal UltimateName: Mrs Lyn HeywoodAge: 62Occupation: Part-time aesthetic assistant at Saleh Clinics What prompted ...

The Big Interview

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews top cosmetic doctor and founder of the FAMI procedure Dr Roger Amar What inspired you to pioneer the FAMI technique? After more than 20 years ...

Credit Crunch Figure Fixers

A lack of disposable income is no reason to submit to sagging skin and pesky wrinkles. We look at the affordable quick fixes to get your problem areas in check with no surgeon's fees in sight... The treatment: ...

Extreme Surgery

Some people will stop at nothing in their pursuit for physical perfection. Amy Lindsay takes a look at the latest weird and wonderful procedures available at a clinic near you... Most of us would like ...

Botox Investigated

Are dangers getting overlooked as we flock to the needle? Caroline Tustain investigates Botox has become a household name over the last few years and is thought by many to be a magical solution to the ...

Last Word: Dr Patrick Bowler

Dr Patrick Bowler, Medical Director of Court House Clinics and leading aesthetic doctor, gives us his view on lip enhancement - the good, the bad and the ugly... I really don't think I can bear looking ...

The Spa Slot: MySpa

THEY SAY"At MySpa it's all about you; all our spa therapies are tailored entirely to the needs and requirements of our clients ensuring the time they spend with us is totally relaxing and extra special. ...

Best Before Beauty

It's not just food that has an expiry date, the products you put on your face also have a limited life span, and ignoring their sell-by might just have some nasty consequences... Cosmetics and their ...

Trade Secrets: Omnilux new-U

Turning back the clock is within our grasp with Omnilux new-U, the first at home hand-held device that tackles the signs of ageing From the makers of the leading medical LED light therapy device comes ...

Tried and Tested: iLift

In this issue, beauty editor Sarah Hedley gets to grips with the new beauty gadget everyone's talking about What is it?The iLift is a rechargeable hand-held device that looks like an electric shaver, ...

Results You Can See

Lucy Waters had never been satisfied with her breast size so decided to undergo a breast augmentation - this is her story... Treatment: Breast augmentation Name: Lucy Waters Age: 39 Occupation: Accountant What ...

Macrolane One Year On

Consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Lisa Sacks has been offering Macrolane to her patients for the last year and tells Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine about her experiences Breast ...

Perfect Balance

Specialist cosmetic breast surgeon Mr Philip Turton explains how he tackles breast asymmetry Some patients who are considering cosmetic breast surgery have very marked differences (asymmetry) between ...

A New Look at Breast Augmentation

Mr Umar Khan of the Belvedere Clinic talks us through his surgical approach to breast augmentation and, in particular, his muscle-splitting technique in implant placement aimed at getting the most natural ...

No Sweat

Debra Robson-Lawrence explains why semi-permanent make-up could be the answer to looking fresh and perfectly turned out during a hot summer Women love make-up. Despite the biggest recession since the ...

Dealing with Vitiligo...

Hina Solanki of Sol Cosmedics explains how medical tattooing could be a successful - and long-term - solution to the loss of pigment that comes with vitiligo Vitiligo effects about 1-2 per cent of ...

Get Hot to Look Hot

Dr Tracey Bell explains how she is mixing up treatments such as lasers and peels to provide patients with winning combinations Non-surgical treatments continue to increase in popularity because they can ...

Only the Best

Jan Williams from the Frodsham Laser Clinic explains why laser is the gold standard for hair removal As the weather gets hotter our thoughts turn to baring flesh but for many women it can mean an uncomfortable ...

Body Contouring

We investigate the Lapex BSC Pro system which promises painfree inch loss Adipose or fatty tissue is the body's means of storing metabolic energy over extended periods of time. Depending on your physiological ...

Tighten Up

If you want to achieve firmer, tighter skin without going under the knife, then laser treatment Titan from Cutera could be the answer... Loose, baggy skin is a tell-tale sign of ageing, and whereas we ...

Maximising the Benefit

Maintaining our looks can prove a massive investment so how do you protect that investment? How can you prolong the effect to get the most from your treatment? One of the questions that patients frequently ...

Air Kiss

Airgent is an innovative new procedure that promises to provide a valuable tool in rejuvenating the skin For the needle-phobic or for those who don't want the frozen look associated with Botox, there ...

Had Your Fill?

Confused at all the different dermal fillers on the market? Not sure what the difference is between temporary, semi-permanent and permanent? Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine discuss all the different ...

The Wonder Drug

The anti-ageing properties of Botox have been well documented in recent years with celebrities extolling its virtues. But are you aware of its other uses? Dr Anthony O'Neill of Suffolk Medical Clinic ...

The Ageing Face

Consultant plastic surgeon, Mr Taimur Shoaib discusses the art and science of facial rejuvenation Time stands still for no-one. Unfortunately, that means from the age of around 40 onwards, we start seeing ...

Sculpted Looks

Providing an alternative to temporary dermal fillers that need regular top ups, Sculptra works to build up your natural collagen to provide a longer lasting result. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics ...

Straight Talking

All You Need to Know... Laser Eye Surgery

Mr Pillai, medical director at Advance Vision Care, is regarded as one of the UK's most experienced refractive surgeons and answers all your questions on laser eye surgery How successful is laser surgery? ...

Nose Reshaping

Mr Christopher Inglefield, of London Bridge Plastic Surgery, explains how temporary fillers have made it possible to offer a non-surgical alternative to rhinoplasty The nose commands a prominent position ...

Uplifting Surgery

The buttock lift is one of a number of body-contouring procedures that, although relatively new, can be employed to give you the body shape you've always dreamed of. Top Parisian surgeon, Dr Foued Hamza, ...

Smile Makeover

Every issue we check out the latest procedures and treatments on the market... What prompted you to have the treatment? I have been conscious about my lips and teeth since I was a teenager. I fully researched ...

Skin Solutions

Jenny Pitt reports on the latest ways to rejuvenate and protect your skin The bright summer sun can often put the spotlight on the appearance of your skin, especially if you've overindulged in sun worshipping ...

Cosmetic surgery may work; but does it last for ever?

Natasha Evans investigates the longevity of cosmetic surgery procedures Fat tissue taken out in breast reductions can grow back, eye-bags can re-form, and while that neck or facelift can turn back the ...

Mind, Body and Surgery

It's ultimately the plastic surgeons that decide if a teen is eligible for cosmetic surgery. But does their largely unregulated clinical judgement really ensure the safety of our teenagers' bodies, and ...

Last Word: Issue Five

Leading cosmetic surgeon Mr Jan Stanek takes a look at the role the media plays in the cosmetic surgery industry... The power of the media is, without any doubt, far reaching. They can make you or break ...

The Spa Slot: The Aqua Sculpture Day Spa

THEY SAY"No client will always enjoy the same treatment as all treatments are personalised to each client's needs." FIRST IMPRESSIONSWhen booking your first treatment, the staff take the time ...

Tried and Tested: Mobile Manicures

In this issue, Sarah Hedley discovers if beauty-on-the-go can compete with the just-stepped-out-of-a-salon feeling What is it?Nails at Work is a new mobile manicure and pedicure service that will currently ...

Making Up Time

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine gives you the lowdown on mineral make-up Mineral make-up is the latest trend in cosmetics. It is widely available in the shops, touted in fashion magazines ...

Trade Secrets: Infinite Support

In this issue we investigate post-surgery bras... Silver Lining Designed to address all your needs post surgery, this bra from Royce also contains X-STATIC® Silver Fibre, which is proven to be anti-bacterial, ...

Healing Hands

Reconstructive surgery following breast cancer can be a devastating experience and often the results are not satisfactory. Oncoplastic surgery has changed the face of this delicate procedure and ...

Dealing with Alopecia

Hina Solanki of Sol Cosmedics explains how medical tattooing can be the answer to this condition which can have a devastating effect on a woman's confidence What is alopecia areata?Alopecia areata is ...

The Camera Doesn't Lie

Shocked by the severe sun damage that UV photographs revealed, busy sales executive Jen Dutton underwent laser treatments to try and reverse the problem The initial consultation was quite a shock to ...

Back to Basics

Dr Hugo Kitchen of the Stratford Dermatherapy Clinic talks us through the treatments on offer that bring the zing back to our skin Often much of the focus of cosmetic surgical media is on the big ‘sexy' ...

Plumping Up

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates Vavelta®, a brand new treatment that promises to remodel the skin from the inside out Allogeneic (donor) human dermal fibroblasts or HDFs have ...

The Quest for Youth and Beauty

FAMI: we investigate how a revolutionary injection procedure of Adipose adult stem cells can provide a viable alternative to invasive surgery Scared of ‘going under the knife'? For many patients ...

Diary of a Facelift

One patient's frank and honest account of what having a facelift entails For the past seven years I have worked as Practice Manager for Mr Alex Karadis. I see the results that Mr Karidis achieves from ...

Give 'Em Some Lip

Dubbed the ‘London Lip Queen', Dr Rita Rakus outlines her approach to lip augmentation Lip procedures should not be about making something look bigger, but making someone look better: that's the opinion ...

Raising Expectations

Barry Jones, one of London's top consultant and reconstructive plastic surgeons, describes what to expect with the endoscopic browlift, and the keyhole surgery that has revolutionised this precise facial ...

Glow For It

Leading medical aesthetics doctor, Dr Tracy Mountford has over 19 years experience in cosmetic skin treatments. She explains why she is so enthusiastic about Restylane Vital Light which can successfully ...

The Big Interview: Dr Thang D. Nghiem

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews dentist Dr Thang D. Nghiem of London-based UltraSmile*, winner of the UK's Private Practice of the Year at the Private Dentistry Awards What made ...

The Reinvention of the Natural Smile

"You're never fully dressed without a smile," says top cosmetic dentist Tracey Bell who explains why the UK has finally realized the positive emotional benefits of being able to smile with confidence Long ...

I Can See Clearly Now

"It sounds like something out of a sci-fi film": implantable contact lenses proved to be the answer when Paul Swaby found out he wasn't suitable for laser surgery What prompted you to have the treatment? The ...

Eyes Right!

Puffy bags, dark hollows and a saggy brow... sound familiar? Help is at hand with cosmetic procedures that aim to restore your eyes' youthful appearance with results that last. Jenny Pitt reports In ...

A Second Look

Blepharoplasty explained: top cosmetic surgeon, Patrick Mallucci of London Plastic Surgery Associates, concludes his look at eyelid surgery by detailing his own personal surgical approach to this often ...

Winning by a Nose

Rhinoplasty: leading surgeon Mr James McDiarmid of McDiarmid-Hall Clinic talks us through his surgical philosophy The nose occupies an inescapably central position in the face. It represents a symphony ...

Less is More

Mum of four Teresa Perks found her life transformed by gastric band surgery What prompted you to have the procedure? I've got four children and after every one was born I just couldn't shift the weight ...

Hit the Spot

Can sexual satisfaction be guaranteed? New treatment, the g-liftTM, promises to deliver Dermal fillers, commonly used for facial aesthetics, are now being used in a groundbreaking new treatment. Dr Stanczuk, ...

Secret Surgery: Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine continues to investigate the taboo surgical options that could transform your life Although not widely discussed, following child birth it is believed ...

Inch Loss

A more toned and sculpted body is now possible with Vaser LipoSelection What made you decide to have the procedure? I've got two kids and lead quite an active life; every day I walk briskly for over ...

Winning Combination

A bumlift is now possible by utilising two of the newest treatments to hit the market: Vaser High Def and Macrolane. Dr Mike Comins of the Hans Place Practice is the doctor pioneering this new procedure ...

Smooth Operator

Every issue we check out the latest procedures and treatments on the market... What prompted you to have the treatment? I have been unhappy with my appearance for a long time. I felt there was a lot ...

Wedding Belles

Never mind a new dress, a new ring and a new husband, an increasing number of women are also investing in a new look for their big day. Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine investigates the boom ...

In Search of Perfection

The number of patients opting for revision surgery has seen a huge increase over the last year. Amy Lindsay explores the reasons behind the trend and gives you top tips on how to avoid a repeat procedure The ...

Last Word:Issue Four

Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Rajiv Grover takes a look at the current state of the cosmetic surgery industry... Well, it's official, the country is now in recession! Although the economic downturn in ...

Make-Up Maestro: Paula Dorf

The make-up artist for all celebrity rock chicks, Paula Dorf has also developed a make-up range that provides you with all the necessary tools of the trade for achieving a professional result What is ...

Tried and Tested: Genie Complete

In this issue, beauty editor Sarah Hedley find out if the Genie treatment can make our wishes come true Genie Complete is one of a growing breed of electricity-powered beauty treatments. It can be used ...

Breast Practice

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews Mr Philip Turton, specialist breast surgeon How would you describe the work you do? I have specialised as a breast oncoplastic and reconstructive ...

Bounce Back

Breast enlargement: Mr Andrea Marando, one of the leading cosmetic surgeons in the North West, looks at whether a shorter recovery is achievable Breast enlargement is still one of the most requested and ...

Secret Surgery: Gynecomastia

Breast reduction surgery for women is a popular topic but there is a rarely talked about condition that affects a large percentage of the male population: gynecomastia. Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetics ...

Making Dreams Come True

Feeling like an ugly duckling all her life prompted Kelly Simpson to have a breast enlargement. The results changed her life in ways she couldn't have predicted Name: Kelly Simpson Age: 28 Occupation: ...

Cover Up

After surgical procedures, whether cosmetic or medical, many women choose to have the nipple and areola touched up to complete the breast reconstruction It's easy to forget how precious our health is ...

The Smart Solution

Dr Ayoubi of the London Medical & Aesthetic Clinic speaks to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine about SmartLipo, the groundbreaking treatment he introduced to the UK The most important thing ...

Ultra Special

Leading cosmetic doctor, Dr Hilary Allan of Woodford Medical, believes that the flexibility of Juvéderm ULTRA is what gives it the edge over other dermal fillers There are several different varieties ...

Pure Power

View your body as a temple? Live as organically as possible but still want to fight the signs of ageing? The next generation of dermal fillers are the purest yet It is a big leap from a few facials and ...

Lip Service

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine speaks to two of the UK's top cosmetic practitioners, Dr Gertrude Huss, cosmetic dentist at the Hill Street Clinic, and Dr Tracy Mountford, medical director ...

Cut It Out

A credit crunch alternative to the traditional facelift might be just what the doctor ordered In the light of the current credit crunch climate, clinics are looking for financially viable alternatives ...

Smile Perfection

Prepless veneers are set to change the face of cosmetic dentistry: award-winning dentists, UltraSmile*, describe the impact this new technology is having on what they can offer patients Are you unhappy ...

The Big Interview: Andrea Ubhi

Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine interviews award-winning dentist Andrea Ubhi What made you choose a career in cosmetic dentistry? A friend of mine at university had tetracycline-stained teeth ...

Life Changing

Having suffered from severe gum disease for many years and despite regular trips to her dentist in the UK, Emily Mayer, 46, was gradually losing all her teeth and with them her confidence A successful ...

More than Meets the Eye

Consultant plastic surgeon Mr James McDiarmid FRCS (Plast), explains the potential of periorbital surgery in transforming our appearance As our faces age changes occur in the periorbital region at different ...

Seeing Eye to Eye

Blepharoplasty explained: top cosmetic surgeon, Patrick Mallucci of London Plastic Surgery Associates, provides a general introduction to eyelid surgery. Next issue, he discusses his own personal surgical ...

Win by a Nose

Dr Roger Amar of the Amar Clinic in Marbella explains to Cosmetic Surgery & Aesthetics Magazine his innovative approach to rhinoplasty Cosmetic surgery to the nose is a very popular procedure that ...

Transforming Lives

Desperately unhappy with the appearance of her nose, Celeast Crown describes how her life was transformed by rhinoplasty Name: Celeast Crown Age: 28 Occupation: Police communication officer Treatment: ...

Lighten Up

Once it seemed that a strict regime of dieting and exercise was the only way to lose those excess stones, it now appears that the diets have been dropped in favour of weight loss surgery as a way of dealing ...

Challenging Cellulite

No matter how many trips to the gym or diets a woman endures, stubborn cellulite can be an almost unbearable problem for many women. Non-invasive treatment Thermage has upped the stakes in the battle ...

Be Selective

Dr Joshua L. Berkowitz of the Wimpole Aesthetic Centre explains the selective qualities of the VASER treatment and how that is such a valuable tool to the practitioner VASER LipoSELECTION (or VASER Lipo) ...

Beautiful Breasts

Every issue we check out the latest procedures and treatments on the market... What prompted you to have your breasts enhanced with Macrolane? I had just gone through a traumatic divorce and there were ...

Look Before You Leap

In 2004, 25,000 Britons sought medical treatment overseas which increased to 100,000 in 2007 and it looks like international travel for health care will continue to accelerate. However, before embarking ...

As Far as the Eye Can See

If you've had enough of groping around for your glasses in the morning, then laser eye surgery may be for you. Jenny Pitt takes a look at the benefits If you have to constantly wear contact lenses and ...

Get Fit for Surgery

Getting in shape before submitting to the surgeon's scalpel will not only make you fitter and healthier, it can also speed up recovery, as Amy Lindsay discovers. Grab those trainers and read on... Post-cosmetic ...

Make-up Maestro: Susan Posnick

Make-Up Maestro After developing skin cancer on her face, celebrity make-up artist, Susan Posnick recognized the need for a new type of make-up. She chats to Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK about developing ...

Tried and Tested: Colonic Hydrotherapy

Tried & Tested: Colonic Hydrotherapy This issue, beauty editor Sarah Hedley finds out whether getting anal over your beauty regime can improve your health Colon hydrotherapy is the rinsing of the ...

Breast Intentions

Consultant plastic surgeon, Mr James McDiarmid FRCS (Plast), reviews secondary and complex breast augmentation casesThe two essential prerequisites for a successful outcome in breast augmentation are ...

Macrolane: The Surgeon's Perspective

Miss Lisa Sacks, consultant plastic surgeon at the Nuffield Hospital Bristol, explains why she offers MacrolaneMany women notice a change in the consistency of their breast tissue after completing their ...

Lady Bountiful

Fed up with too large breasts? Specialist breast surgeon, Mr Philip Turton, explains how breast reduction surgery could transform your life Breast reduction surgery has become very common in the last ...

Wave of the Future

Dr Hugo Kitchen of the Stratford Dermatherapy Clinic predicts the future of breast reshapingHistorically, we have submitted to the introduction of all sorts of substances, some more desirable than others, ...

Ready for your Close-up?

Debra Robson-Lawrence explains how she developed her new all-natural FAME technique in response to high definition film and TV‘Drag queen’ is how I would describe the style of permanent make-up ...

Scar No More

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK is committed to bringing you the latest products on the market. We investigate the EkkyLite LASH system that aims to eliminate scarring following surgeryFor many years, surgeons ...

Very Appealing

If you’re intimidated by going under the knife then it pays to check out the dramatic effects that deep peels can have on the appearance of the skinFacelifts are one of the most popular forms of ...

Mapping the Changes

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK investigates how dermal fillers uch as Aquamid can be used to alter your facial appearance without going under the knifeFor women who aren’t ready for invasive surgery, ...

Forever Young

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK investigates FAMI, an injection procedure which can rejuvenate the face using the patient’s own tissues Since its creation more than a decade ago, FAMI has transformed ...

Face the Facts

Leading surgeon in the field of aesthetic facial plastic surgery, Norman Waterhouse, has recently developed a new kind of surgical facelift that means goodbye to the ‘wind tunnel’ look Development ...

Blurring the Lines

More and more dentists are moving into the field of facial aesthetics. Dr Uchenna Okoye, Clinical Director of London Smiling Dental Group and expert on 10 Years Younger, explains why dentists have the ...

Bridging the Gap

Award-winning dentist Dr Thang Nghiem of UltraSmile* gives s the facts on the Inman Aligner which is changing the face of orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry Up and down the country there is a boom ...

A Brand New Smile

David Bloom and Jay Padayachy, principal dentists at top dental surgery, Senova Dental Studios, outline what you need to consider when embarking on a smile makeoverYou may have always dreamed of improving ...

Bright Eyes

Do you suffer from dark circles or eye bags? Dr Victoria Dobbie of Face & Body Cosmetic Clinic explains how a combination of Juvéderm and Botox can bring the sparkle back to your eyes Traditional invasive ...

Balancing Act

The nose cannot be viewed in isolation from the rest of the face. Balancing proportions within the nose and creating balance between the nose and the rest of the facial features is the challenge facing ...

Yummy Mummy

Most of us love the way our bodies feel during pregnancy, the bountiful breasts and full figure; however not many women like the after effects quite so much, such as empty, drooping breasts and sagging ...

In High Definition

The Vaser Lipo System – we give you the inside track on the world’s most advanced form of fat removal With patients wanting less invasive procedures, with less downtime but still maintaining ...

The Healing Process

If you’re thinking about having cosmetic surgery, consider the post-operative effects like swelling, bruising and scarring,as well as how much time you will need to recover to achieve the best results. ...

Press the Flesh

Dr S. R. Bassi, lead cosmetic physician at cosmetic and laser clinic, Selston Cosmetic Clinic, heralds the arrival of Vaser Lipo, the revolutionary new liposuction treatment The pioneering new Vaser Lipo ...

Man, Oh Man

The rise of men having cosmetic surgery has dominated the press and it is reported that over the next year the number of male patients having surgery will increase by over 40 per cent. Leading cosmetic ...

The Filler Maze

Dr Ross Perry, Medical Director of Cosmedics Skin Clinics, guides us through the confusing array of fillers that are on offer. Cosmetic surgery and other cosmetic skin treatments in the UK have risen ...

A Woman's Work

Ninety per cent of plastic surgery patients in the UK are women yet according to the organisation Women in Surgical Training only nine per cent of plastic surgeons are female. Jane Feinmann investigates ...

Last Word: Issue Two

Cosmetic surgeon Mr Alex Karidis looks at the current state of cosmetic surgery... Year on year, the demand for cosmetic procedures is increasing, and with more developments in the field come more options ...

Tried and Tested: Browtox

This issue, beauty editor Sarah Hedley tries Botox with a twist Botulinum toxin (Botox) was originally developed to treat muscular spasms and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).For around the last ten ...

Make-up Maestro: Pauline Youngblood

Post-treatment your skin is often raw and inflamed and you may feel desperate for a little cosmetic help. Mainstream cosmetic brands can often make your skin worse, so Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK chats ...

Breast Augmentation: Your Choices

Patrick Mallucci, one of the founding members of Mybreast, an organisation dedicated to bringing the highest standards to breast surgery, reviews the augmentation procedure Breast augmentation (enlargement) ...

New Lease of Life

Three sisters carry the breast cancer gene; two have fought the disease and lost their breasts, while one chose to have her healthy breasts removed and reconstructed. Jenny Pitt finds out how they coped ...

In Great Shape

Miss Lisa Sacks, consultant plastic surgeon at the Nuffield Hospital Bristol, discusses the option of combining breast and abdominal surgery to give you the contour you desire The appearance of a woman's ...

Auto Augmentation

A breakthrough in breast surgery: Professor Laurence Kirwan's ‘Auto Augmentation' technique eliminates the need for implants Despite continual reassurances about the safety of certain breast ...

Mum's the Word

Pregnancy and breast feeding can have a profound effect on a woman's body and, in particular, her breasts. Professor Frame of Springfield Hospital looks at the options available to surgeons Breast augmentation ...

The Shape of Things to Come

Lisa Jennings explores the latest developments in breast shaping Breast enhancement has come a long way in the last few years. Where once implants were easy to spot and scarring was a major concern, ...

Measuring Up

Top surgeon Andrew Skanderowicz of the London Cosmetic Surgery Centre examines breast augmentations Breast augmentation is still the top surgical procedure for women in the UK. Despite the silicone breast-implant ...

Pearly Shine

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK investigates the latest in laser treatments Sick of sun damage to your skin? If you've over-indulged in sun worshipping this summer then one way of restoring your complexion ...

Light Fantastic

Olivia Young investigates a revolutionary fat removal device that has just hit the market There has been a breakthrough in the laser market with the launch of a revolutionary fat removal device called ...

Looking Great 24/7

Concluding his exploration into the advantages of micropigmentation, Andrew Stassi of Smudge-Free reviews the make-up applicationsMicropigmentation is a form of tattooing, but rid your mind of connotations ...

In the Right Vein

A revolutionary vein treatment rid Helen of years of paranoia - in just a few minutes Tired of spending hours covering up thread veins with layers of make-up? Helen, a business manager based in Cheshire, ...

Stay Young and Beautiful

Lisa Jennings looks at a new treatment from Botox manufacturers Allergan that offers a gentle way to restore your natural beauty Everyone wants to have young looking skin but all too often, pollution, ...

Lift Off

Starting to feel that nasty gravitational pull but not ready for a full invasive facelift? A thread lift might be the option. Olivia Young investigates... Surgery can be a daunting prospect for anyone, ...

Cheek to Cheek

Dr Maurino Joffily of Botonics answers our questions on why a cheek enhancement is such a powerful anti-ageing treatment What is it?A cheek enhancement restores a youthful appearance by injecting dermal ...

From the Cream to the Needle

Sandra Howard investigates what can be done when expensive beauty creams no longer have the desired effect Smooth, plump and glowing skin is at the top of every woman's wish list. But what happens ...

What's in a Smile

Top oral surgeon, Dr Psenicka of Swiss Smile takes us through what can be achieved in combating receding gums and the latest implantation techniques What makes the perfect smile? For all those that think ...

Through the Keyhole

Cosmetic surgeon Rajiv Grover explains how the appearance of the eyes can be transformed with an endoscopic brow lift Ageing within the upper thirdof the face leads to drooping of the eyebrows, horizontal ...

Rhinoplasty: An Informed Choice

Leading plastic surgeon Mr Geoffrey R. Wilson takes us through the nose reshaping procedure step by step The nose is the central feature of the face. Many people are self-conscious of a shape that they ...

Scar Revision

Greg Williams, consultant plastic surgeon at London Plastic Surgery Associates, talks us through the options in scar revision treatment When the skin is cut, either accidentally or during a surgical ...

Fade Away

Mr Peter Arnstein, consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon at the BMI McIndoe Surgical Centre, explains everything you need to know about scarring and healing following a cosmetic surgery procedure ...

Shape Up

Weight loss surgery is a fast growing trend in the UK. Consultant plastic surgeon Mr James McDiarmid looks at what are the options after you've lost the weight Obesity is becoming increasingly common ...

Balloon Benefits

Priti Patel had spent years yo-yo dieting and thanks to a busy and stressful job she found it impossible to do regular exercise and stick to a sensible diet. She decided to have the gastric balloon procedure ...

Tear Trough

(Tear Trough performed by Dr Nick Milojevic)Every issue we check out the latest procedures and treatment on the market...If you always look tired even after you've had a good night's sleep it can be disheartening ...

Plastic Fantastic

In this extract from his book Plastic Fantastic, top cosmetic surgeon Dr Dai Davies explains what you should consider before embarking on cosmetic surgery Taking the plunge?The decision to have cosmetic ...

French Polish

They know how to hold back the years - without trout pouts or frozen faces. Why French doctors are the new superstars of cosmetic surgery by Leah Hardy From the moment her Dior pumps touched British ...

How to Look Ten Years Younger

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK gets the insights from 10 Years Younger's top cosmetic surgeon, Jan Stanek, and cosmetic dentist expert, Dr Uchenna OkoyeWant to knock a decade off your looks? Constantly ...

The Perfect Consultation

The decision to have cosmetic surgery shouldn't be taken lightly. Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK takes you through the consultation process so that you can be sure to get the best possible treatment ...

Last Word: Issue One

Cosmetic surgeon Mr Alex Karidis takes a look at recent developments in plastic surgery... The past ten years have seen dramatic changes within the cosmetic surgery field. Those coming for treatments, ...

Tried & Tested: Eyelash Extensions

This issue, beauty editor Sarah Hedley bats her eyes for semi-permanent lash extensionsEye-tec is a London-based company offering a new breed of semi permanent eyelash extensions. Individual lashes of ...

Breast Advice

Consultant cosmetic surgeon, Rajiv Grover, examines breast implant options Breast augmentation (enlargement) is the commonest cosmetic procedure in the UK. There is, however, a growing trend for women ...

Do I Need Breast Implants?

Mr Andrea Marando, a leading cosmetic surgeon, offers some advice for patients considering breast augmentation Well, nobody ‘needs' cosmetic surgery and nobody ‘needs' bigger breasts is my ...

In Fine Form

The road to your dream figure doesn't always end once the pounds have been shed as Mr Nicholas Parkhouse, consultant plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon at the BMI McIndoe Surgical Centre revealsAfter ...

Less is More...

Dr Mike Comins talks to Olivia Young about Macrolane, the brand new treatment that is giving women the natural look they desireFor women scared of invasive surgery or worried about the unnatural looking ...

The Beauty of Light

Dr Max Murison, consultant plastic surgeon, talks to Olivia Young about the many advantages of Lumenis' revolutionary new Bridge TherapyWe all want clear, youthful skin but many of us are put off ...

Let There Be Light...

Glowing, healthy-looking skin is everyone's dream, but what if you suffer from dark spots, lesions or ageing jowls? Take heart, as Jenny Pitt finds out more about an exciting new light technology ...

Restoring Confidence

Andrew Stassi explains how micropigmentation can have positive effects on a wide range of conditionsMicropigmentation is carried out using a digitally controlled power supply which keeps torque constant ...

Peeling Back the Years

Olivia Young takes a look at the cosmetic treatment guaranteed to remedy a dull and lacklustre complexionYou can spend a fortune on creams and exfoliators that promise you a bright and refreshed complexion ...

More Than Skin Deep

Dr Sach Mohan, one of the UK's leading expert on skin health, restoration and anti-ageing, advises readers on common skin complaints I have suddenly developed dark circles around my eyes, which ...

Red in the Face

Groundbreaking surgery gives brides plenty to smile aboutFor some brides-to-be, the idea of a day in the spotlight can provoke waves of panic rather than an excited glow. Being in front of the camera ...

The Twilight Zone...

We investigate twilight surgery - the general anaesthetic alternativeA pioneering procedure developed and used extensively in the USA is now available at MySpa Clinics. Twilight surgery is a highly specialised ...

Moulded to Perfection

Lisa Jennings looks at the Rubicon Moulding Mask, a tried and tested alternative to facelifts that is still producing great results ten years after it first hit the UKFacelifts are one of the most popular ...

Facial Rejuvenation

Consultant plastic surgeon, Mr Barry M. Jones MS, FRCS, outlines the surgical options that could restore youthful vitality to the faceThe twenty-first century prizes youth and vitality. The population ...

About Face

You feel that a facelift is the only option to eradicate the visible signs of ageing. Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK takes you through the process from making the decision to achieving the refreshed and ...

Saving Face

Olivia Young investigates the importance of combining facial and dental surgery to achieve a youthful lookThe facelift is a great way to rejuvenate your look; surgery can leave you looking younger, fresher ...

Face the Facts

Surgical guru on 10 Years Younger, Mr Jan Stanek gives us an insight into how a surgeon approaches the subject of facial aestheticsIt is difficult, for the average patient, to imagine how a facial cosmetic ...

Straight Talking

A new dental treatment to hit the UK means you can have a beautiful smile without having to wear a traditional metal brace. Jenny Pitt finds out moreIf you have always felt awkward and embarrassed about ...

Picture Perfect

Olivia Young investigates how important it is to ensure you have the perfect smile for the perfect dayGetting married is a very big deal. The pressure is immense for the day to be faultless. Presentation ...

Travelling for Smiles

Long waiting lists, worries about hospital infections and exorbitant prices are putting people off having dental treatment in this country, which explains why thousands travel to Hungary, where a highly ...

The Philosophy of Rhinoplasty

Professor Frame of Springfield Hospital discusses his surgical approach to rhinoplastyThe procedureIn aesthetic terms, a rhinoplasty is a procedure that changes the shape of a nose. It is performed using ...

Get in Shape for Summer!

Clinics are now offering revolutionary techniques such as Velashape and SmartLipo that can give you the figure you want in no time at all. Olivia Young investigates...The shops are full of the latest ...

Tick Tock goes your Beauty Clock

The world's leading independent cosmetic beauty consultant, Wendy Lewis, reveals the truth about how we age and what we can do to fix the ravages of time.One day you look in the mirror and think to ...

Sign of the Times

Cosmetic Surgery Magazine UK takes a look at the history of cosmetic surgery from its beginnings, almost 4,000 years ago, to its current day manifestation as a billion pound industry in the UK aloneThe ...

Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

Dr Stephen R. Marquardt has revolutionised our perception of beauty with the Marquardt Mask, a mathematical frame of the perfect faceBeauty is everywhere in nature; a sunset, a flower, a cloud ...

Brave New World

The name Toyah Willcox conjures up images of wild hair, outlandish makeup and the distinctive voice and vibrant energy of the 1980s chart topper and star of cult classic Quadrophenia. But what happens ...

The Eyes Have It

Lisa Jennings investigates eyelid surgery...The eyes are the windows to the soul, so they say, but if your eyelids start to droop it's like pulling the blinds down. Ageing around the eyes can led ...

Right on the Money

Financial journalist Mark van de Weyer investigates the economic implications of embarking on cosmetic surgeryThe rapid growth in cosmetic surgery in the UK has led to the introduction of a wide range ...

Eyes Wide Open

(Tear trough by Dr Nick Milojevic)Lisa Jennings investigates eye rejuvenation...Dark circles, crow's-feet and baggy eyelids are all ageing, so it's hardly surprising that Botulinum toxin (botox) and hyaluronic ...

Starry Smiles

Cosmetic dentist, Dr T. Nghiem, observes the growing trend in the UK to emulate the beautiful smiles of celebritiesThe British have long been the butt of jokes about the state of our misaligned and yellow ...

Right on the Nose

Rajan Uppal of the West London Clinic explains how rhinoplasty has become increasingly popular among ethnic minoritiesNose reshaping is one of the most common operations performed in the world and is ...

Eyes Right

Those dark hollows under your eyes just won't go and they make you look exhausted and old, so how can you get rid of them? Easily - as a new non-surgical treatment is available for quick and painless ...

Say Cheese

Every issue we send a journalist to try out the latest procedure and treatments on the market.A smile can make all the difference. No matter how attractive you are, if your canines are stained or yellowing ...

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