Sir Bruce Keogh, the health service’s medical director, published a review for the Department of Health in England on the problems associated with the Cosmetic Industry, including calling for a complete reclassification of dermal filler products. At the moment, anyone can set themselves up as a practitioner for Dermal Fillers, with no requirement for knowledge, training… Continue reading Q&A: 2013 Cosmetic Industry Review by Sir Bruce Keogh
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Dermal Fillers in the News: How Qualified Is Qualified in the Cosmetic Industry?
The big news over the bank holiday weekend for the Aesthetic industry were the recommendations put forward as part of a review by the NHS director, Sir Bruce Keogh, into cosmetic procedure regulations that included a ban on unqualified administration of dermal fillers – as you can see why below, it’s a very popular skin… Continue reading Dermal Fillers in the News: How Qualified Is Qualified in the Cosmetic Industry?
Cosmetic Treatments Around the World & What Is Popular Where
Over the past week, the Guardian’s Tehran bureau has reported on the growing trend for nose reshaping surgery, more commonly referred to as ‘nose jobs’ or more clinically as rhinoplasty. As many as 200,000 Iranians a year are getting nose jobs, it is being reported, and at a rate 7 times that of the US.… Continue reading Cosmetic Treatments Around the World & What Is Popular Where
The Pursuit of Perfect Pins: What Are the Perfect Legs and How to Get Them?
Ever wondered what constitutes the perfect pair of pins? Well you wouldn’t be alone… Dr Fahd Benslimane, a plastic surgeon in Morocco, has spent 12 years researching that very topic. After analysing the legs of models, athletes, Greek statues and even Barbie dolls, Fahd has put together the ideal aesthetic model for the perfect pair… Continue reading The Pursuit of Perfect Pins: What Are the Perfect Legs and How to Get Them?
Botox: how young is too young?
Over the last few years, there has been a steep rise in the number of 20-somethings turning to Botox as a means of attaining eternal youth. Last year, it was reported that there had been a 56% year on year rise in enquiries for the wrinkle-smoothing medication amongst 18-25 year olds. Increased demand is being… Continue reading Botox: how young is too young?
The Battle of the Yummy Mummies
Whilst women were once happy to spend the months following the birth of their babies easing themselves into motherhood, there is now increasing pressure amongst new mothers to snap back into shape as soon as their bump becomes a baby.
The Male Menopause or Manopause – the mid-life confusion debunked
The male menopause, also known as the manopause, has been recently grabbing attention in the press. Although incomparable to the physiological effects menopause has on women, there is some truth to the term that deserves consideration. Life throws up a unique blend of challenges at every stage in life. Mid-life is no different and often… Continue reading The Male Menopause or Manopause – the mid-life confusion debunked
Is your workout ageing you?
As we get older, many of us find that we have to work that little bit harder to achieve the body that we desire. However, whilst years of running, weight training, cycling and careful dieting may enable us to possess the body of a twenty-something long past after 40th birthdays, do our faces pay the… Continue reading Is your workout ageing you?
Six ways to make your Facelift last longer
Looking at photos of Ozzy Osbourne that have surfaced in the press this week, it’s hard to believe that he’s already had a career in music spanning over 40 years. His youthful appearance defies his 64 years, leading many to speculate that he may have had some cosmetic assistance. However, if this is the case… Continue reading Six ways to make your Facelift last longer
Botox for depression
The late American actress Phyllis Diller once said ‘A smile is a curve that sets everything straight’. Whilst it’s unlikely that Miss Diller was aware of any medical evidence to support such a claim, research just published suggests that she could have been right. A recent study carried out by Eric Finzi, medical director at… Continue reading Botox for depression