10 Most Popular Aesthetic Treatments
Aesthetic treatments are becoming an increasingly common and safe choice for both women and men to help combat signs of aging and cosmetic concerns. We are in a constant battle with our aging skin and there are so many aesthetic treatments available that will take years off, rejuvenate and tighten, giving you plumped, smooth, and healthier-looking skin. Aesthetic treatments are more affordable and accessible and they have become normal for both celebrities and the population in general. Excess hair, wrinkles, acne scars, facial lines, and much more can be a thing of the past for both women and men. Going under the knife is not required in knowing what these impressive treatments can do for you. As with any treatment, do your research, stick to a budget, and always use a qualified aesthetic clinic for all your treatments. You are always guaranteed to get what you paid for. Here we are taking a look at the most popular aesthetic treatments.
Botox (Botulinum Toxin Injections)
Botox injections are extremely effective to improve and relax wrinkles in order to prevent them from deepening. Crow’s feet and frown lines can become less obvious with Botox treatment. Botox works by blocking off the nerve signals to certain muscles allowing them to relax in order to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and lines on the skin. Botox can also be used to treat other conditions such as excessive sweating. The treatment can last from 4-6 months.
Dermal Fillers
Dermal fillers are used to rejuvenate and refresh your appearance by injecting gel-like substance under the skin using a fine needle. The gel-like substance will fill and plump out sunken areas which will allow the wrinkles to be lifted and to firm the skin. They provide a natural and smooth look to the skin. They are injected in small controlled doses under the skin. The results can last from 6-24 months. They are not just effective for lip plumping but they can also be used for non-surgical nose jobs and facelifts.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels are a non-invasive treatment that helps restore a youthful and fresher appearance. If you suffer from sunspots, acne scars, fine lines, or pigmentary changes then this is the treatment option for you. The chemical solution is applied to the entire face and skin to peel away any damaged skin, it exfoliates the top layers of the skin that is dead, which in turn leaves you with a brighter and smoother even complexion.
Dermabrasion and Micro-Dermabrasion
- Dermabrasion focuses on sanding the outer layers of the skin by the use of a rotating device. It is a skin resurfacing procedure. The treatment removes the top skin layers which help reduce any imperfections such as smoothing out fine wrinkles and acne scars.
- Micro-dermabrasion is a superficial form of dermabrasion. The top layer of skin is removed by the use of a crystal or diamond tip. This treatment helps in the growth of new cells that are healthy, stimulate collagen production, revealing skin that is a wrinkle-free and fresh blemish. It is an ideal short-term fix as it only targets just the top layer of skin.
Plasma Skin Regeneration
This is a non-laser treatment which uses a special system called Neogen. The system converts Nitrogen gas into plasma energy. Controlled pulses are delivered through a handpiece that will rapidly heat the tissue to modify it, which in turn replace old elastin and collagen. This treatment helps reduce skin pigmentation and reduce wrinkles and facial lines. The treatment has permanent results and to fully restore it can take around a week. Over time you will see visibly smoother and plumped skin.
Micro-Blading
Microblading is the hottest eyebrow treatment and is becoming a favourite brow trend. Your eyebrows play a huge part in your overall look. The treatment involves tattooing the top layer of skin along the brow line, it is semi-permanent and lasts for up to 36 months. With this method, it creates the illusion of thicker fuller eyebrows. The results are very lifelike and natural.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is a popular aesthetic treatment for both women and men and has long-lasting effects. It is a convenient, effective, and comfortable method of permanent hair reduction. The treatment targets the entire hair structure, from the hair shaft down to the follicle. The pulse light heats and destroys the hair follicles in the skin, which then disrupts the hair growth. Common places that are treated include arms, legs, underarms, face, and bikini line.
Hyperhidrosis Treatment
There are many people affected by excessive sweating which can cause great distress. It affects up to 3% of the population and may affect the whole body or only in certain areas such as the feet, armpits, and hands. Excessive sweating can be solved by Botox injections. These will reduce your body’s ability to sweat, most commonly in the armpits. Many people would require 3 to 4 sessions per year to maintain the sweating all year round. During the colder months, there would be a lot less sweating. The treatment can last from up 4 to 14 months once maintained properly.
Body Contouring
Body contouring treatments are safe and effective for all skin tones. This treatment can destroy fat cells without having surgery. There are many different procedures which all work differently these include freezing fat cells, penetrating heat through radiofrequency or ultrasound therapy which in turn helps to reshape your thighs, bottom, abdomen, and upper arms after a number of sessions. Body contouring can improve the appearance of tissue and skin after major weight loss.
Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a non-invasive cosmetic technique which involves multiple injections of a prepared mixture of amino acids, hemopathies, enzymes, and vitamins, which is injected under the skin. The treatments work by plumping and deeply hydrating the tissue which in turn softens the surface lines which is caused by dehydrated skin. It can also minimise cellulite, treat hair loss, and lighten pigmented skin. The formula that is injected is called mesoderm. The results are effective yet subtle.