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Botulinum Toxin - More commonly referred to as Botox is a protein and neurotoxin that paralyses the muscles.

 

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Dermal FillersDermal fillers are injections used to fill out wrinkles and creases in the skin. They can also be used to increase the volume and definition of the lips and cheeks.

 

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Fitzpatrick Skin Type

A classification system that denotes 6 different skin types (I-VI) based on skin colour and skin reaction to sun exposure.

 

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Hyaluronic Acid - Natural humectant (also known as Sodium Hyaluronate) attracts 1000 times its own weight in water.

 

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Juvederm - Juvéderm® is made by Allergan, a global health care company that pioneered the development of medical aesthetic treatments over three decades. The Juvéderm® facial fillers are made using advanced technology, they have a good safety profile and give you highly natural-looking and long lasting results. There have been more than 26 million treatments worldwide with Juvederm® facial fillers.

Juvéderm® facial fillers use a unique crosslinking technology, called VYCROSS, that allows for longer lasting results and a better lift. When a facial filler is injected, it’s essential that it integrates with your tissue. Juvéderm® facial fillers are known for their exceptionally smooth consistency and their ability to integrate with your own facial tissue to get that natural look.

Each Juvéderm® facial filler serves its unique purpose, whether it’s to smooth away wrinkles, restore volume for a gentle lifting effect or to reshape and redefine the lips. Your practitioner will likely use several products from the Juvéderm® range to create a tailored treatment plan for you.

When injected, Juvéderm® facial fillers have minimal swelling, allowing the results to be seen immediately. In addition, most Juvéderm®facial fillers include lidocaine, an anaesthetic, that minimises pain during injection.

 

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Rosacea - A form of skin inflammation characterised by dilation of blood vessels and appearance of acne like lesions.

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