Cheshire Cosmetic

Chemical Brow Lift Using Botox

November 11th, 2011

A brow lift is all about elevating the upper face and is mainly a feminine feature. There are two different solutions that Cheshire Cosmetic offers. The primary one being, Botox, helps reduce the power of the brow depressors to pave way for the elevators to “lift” the brow up. The second option is to use Dermal Fillers around the upper face region; particularly the temples for hollowing and that goes on to support the outer 1/3 of the brow, giving the arch of the brow a more attractive appearance.

Botox hits specific target areas on the face and therefore it is essential to clearly map out the trigger spots that need weakening, to obtain the desired results. The treatment itself will be your own little secret, where people will notice a subtle and youthful change in your appearance.

Always remember, when you seek any type of cosmetic treatment, ensure that your physician is adequately skilled, trained and regulated so that you know you are in safe hands. Most of these treatments are offered at many practices across the UK, and it makes it that more important for you to clearly identify a cosmetic dermatologist who is credible. If you are interested in a specific cosmetic procedure or require a FREE consultation, Dr Acquilla and his highly trained staff will be more than delighted to oblige.

A brief introduction to IPL and Laser treatments

September 27th, 2011

More and more people are seeking refuge in non surgical cosmetic treatment; IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and Laser treatments in Cheshire are rising in demand.  They are also referred as photo-rejuvenation treatment or photo-facial treatment.

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) is broad spectrum light (like a rainbow) which non-coherant (diffuse rays) and divergent (spreads). Intense Pulsed Light treatment is used for hair removal by medical practitioners and aestheticians. IPL is becoming popular and is a cost effective treatment method for hair removal. It is also used for skin treatment such as photo-rejuvenation.

LASER (Light Amplification by Stimulation of Radiation) is monochromatic (single colour) light, which is coherent (rays run parallel) and collimated (linear).

IPL and Laser produce various wavelengths of light, which selectively targets treatment areas such as:

• Haemoglobin – found in blood (eg. thread veins)
• Melanin – found in hair and pigmented skin lesions (Eg. freckles)
• Ink & Dye – found in tattoos
• Once the correct wavelength is selected, the light energy is absorbed by the target and converted to heat. The target (eg. thread vein / skin lesion/ hair / tattoo) is subsequently destroyed and removed, with the surrounding tissue left unaffected.

IPL and Laser treatments can be used to treat

• Pigmentation problems such as Lentigo(age spots), actinic keratosis, melasma, poikiloderma, postinflammatorypigmentation (eg. acne scarring)
• Vascular (blood vessel) problems such as Rosacea, thread veins, haemangiomas, telangectasia, port wine stains and superficial varicose veins
• Hair Removal
• Tattoo Removal

IPL and LASER treatment involves obtaining medical history to assess skin type and suitability for treatment,  Pretreatment photographs and skin patch test with the patients consent, Residual hair in the treatment area needs to be shaved, patient and physician needs to wear protective eye goggles and cool gel should be applied on the treatment area.

The treatment procedure will take 30-60 minutes, and immediately after treatment you will see a redness surrounding the area of treatment, which will reduce within the next 3-4 days.

Hair and tattoo removal usually requires treatment to be repeated at least 6 times at 6 weekly intervals. However, photo-rejuvenation for pigmented and vascular problems (eg. lentigo and thread veins) may only need 2-3 sessions.

Once you receive IPL or LASER treatment it is advisable to avoid UV sunlight. You may use Sun Blocks or appropriate clothing when you go out.

You should avoid IPL and LASER treatment if you are under one of these conditions: Pregnancy and breast feeding, History of diabetes or immune suppression, History of skin cancer or keloid scarring, Recent or planned sun exposure / tanning within 4 weeks, Concurrent use of photo-sensitising drugs.

Before getting into treatments it is best to get advice from an experienced, qualified cosmetic physician or you can also book a free consultation at your cosmetic clinic in Cheshire.

Methods to effectively remove unwanted hair

January 15th, 2011

There are many methods to remove unwanted hair. But selecting the most effective method to do so would be very helpful. Men and Women always have to go through a hassle to remove unwanted hair from their face and their bodies. Being a very common issue, you may also find different products and tools that would help you to epilate hair from these areas.
The most favoured and cost effective method to remove unwanted hair would be none other than shaving. Men as well as women use razors to easily remove hair from large areas of skin. But this can cause irritation, dryness and at times skin rashes. If you choose to shave then you should use a moisturiser before and after the procedures. This will help you to keep your skin hydrated. Vitamin E lotions can also be applied to reduce dryness and heal any damages occurred during the process.
Another method to remove unwanted hair from a small area would be tweezing and threading. Tweezers are mainly used to shape eyebrows and remove unwanted hair around your lips and chin. Threading too is used in similar areas. Though you can perform tweezing alone for threading you would have to go for a skilled person as a beautician. Then you get the hair removal creams which you can use but sometimes it is not very effective depending on the thickness of the hair. Also these creams can cause irritation and allergy to your skin.
Waxing can help you remove unwanted hair quite effectively. Warm melted wax is applied to the area and a cloth is pressed and quickly pulled to the opposite direction of hair growth. This can cause pain and might leave some hair behind. Wax treatment is more effective on longer hair, so you will have to let the hair grow before the next treatment is performed. But the hair that re-grows will get thinner eventually due to the damage caused to the roots. Long term waxing can cause damage to your skin as the wax sticks to the hair as well as the skin. Sugaring which is similar to waxing uses a melted sugar solution to remove unwanted hair. This has been adapted by the ancient Egyptian times and has been a home remedy to remove unwanted hair for a temporary period of time. It is as easy to make solution which needs sugar, lemon/ lime juice and water.
LASER and Intense Pulsed Light treatments can also epilate hair for a long period of time but would not permanently remove hair from your skin. The unwanted hair would not be removed then and there through LASER or IPL but is done within a span of 8 – 12 weeks with repeated treatment sessions. After the first treatment is done you will have to wait for 2-3 weeks for the unwanted hair to shed and leave 3-4 weeks before you get the next LASER and IPL treatment done. You may select the best and the easiest method to remove unwanted hair out of all the above methods.

After laser hair removal treatment what happens next?

December 7th, 2010

After you undergo laser hair removal, you would want to know what the end result of this procedure is. The end result should be permanent removal of unwanted hair.  However, the expected results do not come instantly.

You may have the impression that once the Laser treatment is applied you would have smooth hair free skin. This is not accomplished over-night, in fact the hair will take 2 – 3 weeks time to for the hair to push itself out of the epidermis as your skin regenerates and sheds the dead cells. Your cosmetic physician would provide you with aftercare instructions to help you achieve the end result. Here are some handy tips for your convenience:

• Your skin needs to be exfoliated so that the hair follicles come out. You can use a handful of granulated sugar on the treatment area on the tenth day after the Laser treatment. You will need to apply the sugar gently to avoid irritation.
• Small pimples would appear after your Laser hair removal treatment which is normal and can be avoided by exfoliating your skin. Your cosmetic physician would advice you on what action you need to take when these pimples start to appear.
• The number of Laser treatments to completely eradicate hair would depend on your hair and skin type. Generally Laser treatment should be applied 4 times with a regular interval leaving the time for your skin to recuperate and to catch the next hair cycle on time.

Visit Cheshire cosmetic Ltd for your Laser Hair Removal treatment today. To avoid inconvenience and for you to gain confidence before the treatment we offer a free consultation with our well experienced cosmetic physician. Call up to book your free consultation and to schedule your Laser Hair Removal treatment today.

Laser hair removal treatments for unwanted hair growth

August 20th, 2010

Unwanted hair growth can be a hassle that most of us you have to face sometimes. Today’s technology can provide the best solutions that mean you do not need to be concerned about unwanted hair growth on your body. There are various methods available to remove unnecessary hair, there are temporary solutions as well as long lasting results. Laser hair removal is a one of the most popular long lasting treatments for unwanted hair. Sometimes you may have to sit for several treatment sessions to gain desired results.  Laser hair removal treatment can be used on any part of the body, including face, upper lips, cheeks, shoulders, chest, arms, hands legs etc.

How many laser treatments are needed for Hair Removal

It depends from person to person and the hair texture and color.  An average person may need three to seven treatments to see the permanent reduction in hair growth. Some people may need more treatments than average to see the good results.

Consulting your doctor 1st will enable him to tell you how many treatments will be required to gain the desired results. Normally, laser hair removal treatments are done once a month or every other month as it affects your hair growth.  You can start your second treatment, as soon as the unwanted hair has re- grown sufficiently.  Some people have yearly touch ups appointments to keep the skin clean from unwanted hair. You will be advised not to wax or pluck hair growth in between the laser hair removal treatments. Your dermatologist will explain to you what the percentage of hair reduction is on each treatment. Only a well experienced dermatologist for laser hair removal treatment can give you the best advice and treatment.