What to consider before cosmetic surgery abroad

Medical tourism is increasing in popularity and many people are now choosing to travel to Europe and beyond to undergo cosmetic surgery procedures. However, new figures have been revealing that over the past few years, hundreds of people have required corrective surgery on the NHS following a botched cosmetic surgery procedure that was performed abroad.… Continue reading What to consider before cosmetic surgery abroad

Special Offers at The Private Clinic – Ends 31 December

The time of good will is fast approaching meaning we’re stuck with nothing but Christmas songs and unrealistically snowy storylines on TV for the next few months. To bring some festive spirit of our own, we’re offering special discounts on three of our most popular treatments until the end of December. 20% off Laser Hair Removal Courses It might seem… Continue reading Special Offers at The Private Clinic – Ends 31 December

Celebrities and cosmetic surgery

Open up the entertainment section of any website or newspaper and you’re bound to see a certain topic at least once a week; celebrities and their relationship with cosmetic surgery. Sometimes it might be stars speaking out about why they opted to undergo a treatment, or occasionally it can be regret from a celebrity who undertook a treatment without researching it… Continue reading Celebrities and cosmetic surgery

Smoothly does it? The growing popularity of male hair removal

There was a time when hairiness and manliness came hand in hand. Take a look at Sean Connery in 1971 as the ultimate ‘man’s man’ James Bond, for example, and you’ll notice a considerably fuzzy chest area. Tune in to Connery’s modern counterpart Daniel Craig in 2006’s Casino Royal, meanwhile, and it’s quite a different story. Body… Continue reading Smoothly does it? The growing popularity of male hair removal

Kate Winslet suffers from adult acne

She’s topped countless ‘Most Beautiful’ lists and regularly graces the cover of sophisticated beauty and fashion magazines the world over, but ask Kate Winslet what she thinks about her looks and her answer might surprise you. Speaking to Marie Claire, the Academy Award winning actress played down compliments bestowed upon on her by the press,… Continue reading Kate Winslet suffers from adult acne

Uncovering the Reasons behind Keloids

Characterised by highly visible hairless and shiny scars, keloids are a frustrating skin condition which normally occurs after trauma or surgery. Their most common occurrence is in those between 10-30 years old, and people with darker skin have been shown to be more susceptible than those who are paler. Apart from this, there is currently… Continue reading Uncovering the Reasons behind Keloids

How to check for breast cancer

One in eight women in the UK are now diagnosed with breast cancer, and 40% of them discover the initial signs themselves. In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to help more people know what to look out for, we’ve compiled our advice on checking for the illness.  It’s daunting feeling like you’re taking your health… Continue reading How to check for breast cancer