Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence skin ageing?

The ageing process can be exacerbated by factors including excessive sun exposure, loss of subcutaneous fat, unhealthy life style choices (i.e. smoking), environmental pollution, psychological stress, and obesity.

How does the skin change with age?

• Skin appears more transparent due to thinning of the outer layer of the skin. 
• Skin becomes more fragile.
• Thinning of blood vessel walls thin result in increased bruising. 
• Skins texture can become rougher.
• Loss of elastin in skin results in reduced elasticity causing it to lose firmness. 
• Loss of definition to facial contours, midface ptosis as well as the development of jowls can occur due to bone changes, muscle atrophy and the loss of subcutaneous fat. 

How can skin ageing be delayed?

Avoiding excessive sun exposure/ use of sunbeds and regularly using sun protection and avoiding unhealthy lifestyle choices such as smoking can all make a difference to the health and subsequent appearance of the skin.

What are the non-surgical treatment options available to address skin ageing?

Our clinic offers a range of solutions to address skin changes due to ageing. Premature skin ageing can be effectively addressed using skin treatment systems such as Obagi Medical range, Chemical Peels (Obagi Blue Peel Radiance), Microneedling, and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). The appearance of wrinkles can temporarily be reduced /eliminated through the use of Botox and dermal fillers.

As well as for the face we offer a range of treatment options for the body including hand volume replacement, non-surgical face lifts, Sculptra®, fat injections, platelet rich plasma, vaginal rejuvenation and use of deep chemical peels such as Obagi Blue Peel.