September 25, 2011
We all know ageing is inevitable; however, most of us can have difficulty accepting it, particularly where our looks are concerned. Ageing brings changes to our appearance such as age spots, wrinkles and thread veins.
The onset of these signs of getting older can be delayed: our skin starts to suffer from the environment it exists [...]
September 24, 2011
Hyper-pigmentation is characterised by brown patches of skin that are darker than the surrounding skin. While we often associate wrinkles as the most obvious unwelcome sign of ageing, hyper-pigmentation also tend to proliferate as time goes by.
Birthmarks and freckles are generally not considered as the same type of hyper-pigmentation, simply because you tend to be [...]
September 23, 2011
Stretch marks are often associated with the over-stretching of the skin, particularly as they tend to appear during periods of rapid weight gain, pregnancy or growth spurts. They appear as red or purple lines that stretch across the body and can affect various parts of the anatomy.
They occur not on the epidermis (the superficial layer [...]
September 23, 2011
Acne can be a terribly frustrating skin condition, and those who suffer from it can end up making their skin worse through exasperation. You should always seek acne treatment as early as possible in order to prevent it from worsening or from leaving scars in its wake, but here’s a list of things that you [...]
September 22, 2011
A 2010 survey found that 39% of people in the UK already had a tattoo, while another 32% were thinking about getting one.
Amateur tattoos are definitely to be avoided. Trusting an unqualified individual to brand your skin with indelible artistry is taking a huge risk you may regret. While tattoo removal is always possible, [...]
September 22, 2011
Rosacea can start innocently enough with a propensity to blush easily, but it can develop into a more severe condition that is much more difficult to manage and to live with.
Monitoring and controlling personal triggers can help reduce the frequency and severity of episodes, although it rarely prevents another flare-up. AIPL can help to provide [...]
September 21, 2011
Café au lait spots and Mongolian spots are both different types of pigmented birthmarks. Pigmented birthmarks are common, and usually appear before we are even born. Most are harmless and don’t need treatment unless they cause cosmetic problems; some fade away on their own and some don’t. Here’s an overview of the different types, [...]
September 21, 2011
Thread vein removal is a relatively easy and quick procedure, particularly when using AIPL. Advanced Intense Pulsed Light therapy uses the light energy to eliminate the dilated blood vessels. But how does it do it and what should you expect from a session or course of treatment? Explanations below:
Cold gel is put on the skin [...]
September 20, 2011
Preventing birthmarks is not possible, or at least, we do not know how it would be possible. Some are temporary and will fade before a child goes to school. Others will not and could accompany someone throughout their life.
There are different treatments that are used depending on the severity of the birthmark, ranging from using [...]
September 20, 2011
Rosacea is a chronic skin condition and those who are affected by it will experience repeated bouts of redness and flushing. One of the most challenging aspects of the condition is learning what factors can trigger your own symptoms, as these vary widely from person to person.
Rosacea treatment can be very effective, but it is [...]
