http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog Beauty treatments without surgery at Icon Cosmetic Clinic Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:48:33 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en We are all familiar with the Channel  4 programme that helps women to look younger. But what do you do if you don’t have a TV programme and an army of stylists and surgeons on hand to help you? There are some easy non-surgical  treatments that can take the years ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/how-to-look-10-years-younger-in-less-than-an-hour Acne, micropigmentation and fine wrinkles can all be treated with peels, but which one works for what? I discuss what is currently available to the consumer. Product: Mene & Moy Using a variety of products from the range, the doctor can tailor make a treatment regime for the clients individual needs. Homecare ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/skin-deep-the-right-peel-for-you   Cosmeceuticals is a new word to describe facial lotions and potions that possess both cosmetic and pharmaceutical properties, which means that the active ingredient is in a higher concentration than a normal cream but the product can still be bought over the counter without a prescription. Although primarily used for anti-ageing ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/a-review-of-anti-wrinkle-creams Vitamin C is essential for the production of collagen. It also encourages the renewal of skin cells and is an antioxidant, which means that it mops up skin damaging free radicals. Vitamin C is a very unstable vitamin that is broken down by light and does not penetrate the skin ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/do-anti-wrinkle-creams-really-work-part-2-of-2 Many wrinkle creams and lotions sold in department stores and on the Internet promise to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.   Do these anti-wrinkle creams work? Some research suggests that wrinkle creams contain ingredients that may improve wrinkles. But many of these ingredients haven't undergone scientific research to prove this benefit.   The effectiveness of ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/do-anti-wrinkle-creams-really-work-part-1-of-2 Clients often come to my clinic confused about what treatments can be used in the different parts of the face. The delicate skin around the eyes is particularly susceptible to premature ageing, especially from sun damage. We have to treat the skin delicately, especially when applying creams and makeup, taking car ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/what-can-be-done-about-premature-ageing-of-the-eyes The ageing process continues and with the menopause you will lose oestrogen which will result in further sagging of the skin and loss of elasticity. The cheeks will start to look hollow and jowls may start to appear. In addition to treatment already mentioned an excellent option at this age is ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/the-right-beauty-treatment-for-you-in-your-50s-and-60s The difference between those that have looked after their skin and those who haven't that will really start to show now. The skin will reduce a lot less oil now, so the skin will be dryer, causing fine lines to appear. Dead skin cells will really build up, making the ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/the-right-beauty-treatment-for-you-in-your-40s During your 30s, skin cell turnover slows down and the skin's outer layer (stratum corneum) becomes clogged with dead skin cells, resulting in a duller complexion. Also collagen and elastin fibres start to become less tight. The result is the beginnings of fine lines and wrinkles, especially around dynamic areas, ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/the-right-beauty-treatment-for-you-in-your-30s During your twenties your skin's outer layer (stratum corneum) may start to look less even and possibly thicken as dead skin cells build up. However if you protect your skin from sun exposure and maintain a good skin care regime, your skin should remain firm and elastic. However with too ... http://www.icon-cosmetic-clinic.co.uk/blog/news/2008/the-right-beauty-treatment-for-your-20s