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How to Look Younger with IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Photorejuvenation

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Wanting to look younger is a common request that we get from patients who come to visit us in clinic. Ageing can take a toll on your skin causing fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation such as brown spots, and redness which can then be tricky to treat despite the number of creams and lotions that you use.

Deciding to go ahead with a cosmetic treatment is a big decision but choosing which one is best can be tricky. We encourage our patients to come in for a skin consultation where we can assess your skin, listen to your concerns, and give you realistic advice on what you are going to be able to achieve and which treatments we believe are going to work best.

IPL Photorejuvenation is a popular treatment; it targets several different skin issues including:

Pigmentation and Sun Spots

If you have noticed little brown dots or brown patches that have started to appear on your skin as you age, they are called sunspots also known as age spots or liver spots. They are caused by UV exposure where your skin has produced too much melanin. They are common on the face, arms hands, and chest. They are not harmful, but they can cause your skin complexion to look uneven and many just do not like the appearance of them.

IPL Photorejuvenation treatment uses intense pulsed light (IPL) technology which is attracted to the colour of cells causing the dark pigmentation. The IPL wavelengths are absorbed by the melanin and haemoglobin in the skin cells which causes the pigment to fragment. These fragments can then be broken down naturally by your body which will result in the sun spots from the skin reducing in appearance making them less visible.

ipl photorejuvenation treatment before and after images showing reduction in pigmentation and sun spots
IPL Photorejuvenation before and after

Redness

Facial redness is often a temporary issue caused by overheating or skin sensitivity but for some the redness can be permanent in some areas and in most cases, this is caused by ageing or rosacea. The tiny blood vessels in your skin become damaged and start to appear at the surface of the skin.

IPL Photo rejuvenation can treat many instances of facial redness in a similar method to how it treats pigmentation and sunspots. The wavelengths are absorbed by the red veins which makes them become hot and damaged, and they break up ready to be absorbed by the body.

Lines and Wrinkles

Wrinkles are one of the most visible and common signs of ageing and although there are many treatments that can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, IPL Phototherapy for wrinkles is a great option that helps to treat the skin giving a brighter and fresher appearance.

The intense pulsed light beams heat the collagen deep in the skin which causes the skin to react by producing more collagen which is known as Neocollagenesis. As the new collagen is produced, this will help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 What are the benefits of IPL Photorejuvenation?

There are so many benefits to IPL including:

  • It does not damage the skin.
  • Suitable for most skin types.
  • Treats the whole skin rather than just the targeted areas.
  • Natural and long-lasting results
  • No need for incisions or injections
  • Quick treatment sessions
  • Minimal side effects and downtime

IPL Photorejuvenation treatment at The Private Clinic

IPL Phototherapy treatment is available in our CQC (Care Quality Commission) state of the art clinics in London Harley Street and Manchester by highly trained skin specialists who have years of experience.

To find out more about IPL Phototherapy, IPL Photorejuvenation, or IPL Photo Facial treatment, contact us on 0333 920 2471 or use our online contact form.

The best anti-ageing treatments

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Our face is often one of the first areas to first show the signs of ageing. Age spots, dry skin, crow’s feet, wrinkles, sagging skin, dark circles and generally looking tired are all big contributors to ageing skin.

There are lots of ways to help prevent these, one of the most important is regular use of sun protection but staying hydrated, reducing alcohol consumption and eating healthy diet are all going to help reduce the signs of ageing.

At The Private Clinic we see many patients come to see us seeking anti-ageing treatments. We are not able to stop the ageing process, but we can help your skin to look healthy and reduce the appearance of elements that can cause you to look older.

We have listed some of our top rated anti-ageing treatments below;

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing is one of the most innovative ways to rejuvenate ageing skin. It is an ideal treatment to help even out areas of discoloration and can also reduce the appearance of fine lines.

We use Pearl, Pearl Fractional and Pearl Fusion laser skin resurfacing. The three different treatments allow us to create a tailored experience that meets your skins needs with the aim of delivering the best possible outcome.  The procedure involves treating the top layer of the skin with pulses of light in a pre-selected pattern.

Treatment times are approximately 20-30 minutes for the full face. A period of downtime may be required where skin may appear red and flaky for 3-5 days but in most cases, only one treatment is required.

Laser Skin Resurfacing is available at London Harley Street

laser skin resurfacing pearl fusion anti ageing before after resultslaser skin resurfacing pearl fusion before after photos

Dermal Filler

Dermal fillers are one of the most popular anti-ageing treatments. Dermal Fillers can add volume ad definition to the face and are particularly effective in creating more prominent cheeks, fuller lips and reducing the appearance of lines around the nose and mouth.

Dermal Fillers are made from Hyaluronic Acid which is a natural substance found in the body. Hyaluronic acid is able to hold up to 1000 times its own weight in water which helps to hydrate the skin. As well as keeping the skin hydrated, when injected, it is also able to plump and volume to the skin which in turn can also reduce the appearance of fine lines. Dermal fillers can also be used at certain points in the face to give the impression of a facelift which is known as the 8 point lift.

Dermal filler treatment takes around 30 minutes to perform and although the results are instant, they are best seen a week or so after treatment once any swelling has subsided. Overall there is not a huge amount of downtime, some patients may experience bruising and swelling but this should disappear within a week. Results from dermal filler treatment can last anywhere from 4 to 13 months depending on the areas being treated and the type of filler used.

Dermal filler treatment is available at our clinics in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Northampton.

8 point fluid facelift dermal filler before after results

lip fillers thin lips before after photo

Wrinkle Injections

Anti-wrinkle or wrinkle reduction injections are our second most popular anti-ageing treatment. Made from Botulinum Toxin, these injections are very effective at reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles. Small doses are injected into the areas being treated which then work to relax the muscles that are responsible for forming the wrinkles.

Wrinkle relaxing injection treatment takes around 30 minutes. The results are not instant and most results can take up to 10 days to be seen. The treated areas may appear a little red following treatment and in rare cases bruising may appear but this should disappear within a few days. Results can last from 3 to 6 months and regular treatments are required to maintain them.

Wrinkle Injections are available at our London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

botox wrinkle injections forehead crows feet before after photos

Profhilo

Profhilo is a great treatment for skin rejuvenation. The unique bioremodelling injectable treatment contains hyaluronic acid but it does not does not plump or add any volume to the areas treated. The solution instead spreads within the skin to remodel the skins structure, nourish the dermal cells and treats skin laxity restoring the firmness of your skin. This is a great treatment to help boost the effects of dermal filler and anti-wrinkle injections.

Profhilo treatment times are around 30 minutes and it can be performed on any area of the body. The most popular areas to treat are the face, décolletage and hands. To achieve the best results, you will need two treatments spaced a month apart. The full effects of Profhilo are not seen until 8-10 weeks following your first treatment.

Profhilo is available at our London Harley Street, Birmingham, Northampton, Leeds and Manchester.

IPL Photorejuvenation

IPL Photorejuvenation is a really effective non-invasive skin treatment to help smooth and even out the tone of the skin. Patients with age spots, sun damage and general skin tone irregularities can expect to achieve great results and more youthful and fresher looking skin.

The treatment uses intense pulsed light which passes through the skin epidermis, deeper into the dermis where the pulsed light energy heats up and stimulates cells called fibroblasts which encourages the production of fresh collagen. The wide range of light waves that IPL emits also work to reduce the appearance of redness, brown spots and discoloration in the skin as they will absorb the light and start to fade following a course of treatment.

IPL Photorejuvenation takes around 1 hour to perform. The treatment is relatively pain free although many describe the sensation as being flicked with an elastic band. We usually recommend a course of 5 treatments but this will vary depending on the areas being treated and the condition of the skin. Results from IPL treatment can usually start to be seen a week after each procedure. The best results are seen 3-5 months after the last treatment. Following a course of treatment, it is advised to have at least 1 or 2 treatments per year to maintain the results.

IPL Photorejuvenation hands before after photo

IPL Photorejuvenation face treatment before after photo

IPL Photorejuvenation is available at our London Harley Street clinic.

Plasma Eye Lift

Sagging eyelids are a typical sign of ageing. It is often down to the muscles responsible for lifting the eyelid becoming weak and stretched which then causes the skin to droop. Often, surgery is the only way to improve the appearance of a hooded eyelid but for many – surgery is not an option.

The Plasma Eye lift is a non-surgical treatment that can help to reduce and improve the appearance of loose eyelid skin and puffy eyelids without the downtime and costs from surgery. The treatment involves using a Plasma Pen device applicator over the area being treated. The device ionises the gas particles in the air between the device tip and your skin emitting a small electric arc. This results in a substance known as plasma being created which causes skin tissue in the area being treated to go from being solid to a gas state therefore instantly vaporizing the excess skin and tightening what remains leaving a carbon crust on the area. There will be a period of downtime as the crust heals but results in any excess skin being considerably reduced.

The treatment takes around 30-40 minutes to perform. Local anaesthetic will be applied to the area being treated and our expert team will ensure you are feeling comfortable throughout the treatment. We recommend allowing a downtime of around 4-10 days to allow the area to heal, redness, swelling and the crust will most likely be visible during this time. The best results are seen after 3 weeks once the area has fully healed. Many patients only require 1 treatment but some may benefit from 2. The results are permanent however, the natural ageing process will still continue so further treatment may be required in the future if you are prone to eyelid sagging.

The Plasma Eye lift is available at our London Harley Street clinic.

nano plasma non surgical eyelift before after photo

Why choose The Private Clinic?

Choosing the right treatment for you can be difficult which is why we have a team of skin experts are fully qualified to listen to your concerns, assess your skin and suggest the best regime of treatment that they believe will give you the best results.

All of our skin treatments are performed by highly trained professionals within our CQC registered clinics meaning you are in the safest of hands at all times.

To find out the best treatment for you, book a consultation at a clinic local to you by calling 0333 920 2471 or use our anti-ageing online contact form.

Minimally Invasive Facelift Alternatives

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A facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that lifts up and pulls back the skin on the face to result in a tighter and smoother appearance. It is very effective on patients who have sagging around the lower half of the face, jowls and neck.

Facelifts however are a big deal; patients who are looking to have a facelift will need to schedule a substantial amount of recovery time post procedure which is why many patients are now seeking non-surgical alternatives with less downtime in order to rejuvenate their appearance. A recent example is Judy Murray, mum of UK tennis icon Andy Murray, who has undergone a non-surgical facelift to lift her turkey neck while targeting her skin pigmentation issues.

Of course, a chemical peel or laser treatment is never going to be able to replicate what a facelift can do but they are very effective at eliminating some of the signs of ageing and produce some impressive results.

One Stitch Facelift

Our ‘One Stitch Facelift’ is still a surgical procedure but we felt it was worth adding to this list. The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic and has very minimal recovery time in comparison to a standard surgical facelift. The one stitch facelift targets the mid-face helping to improve the jaw line. There is a very low risk of swelling and bruising and the incision is hidden within the hairline

The Temporal facelift is very similar in style to the one stitch facelift but this procedure concentrates on the eyebrows to the midface area so ideal if you are looking for an upper facial lift. The temporal facelift is performed under local anaesthetic and the short 5-6cm scar is hidden within the temporal hair line and patients have minimal downtime post procedure.

Both the Temporal and One Stitch Facelift can allow patients to get back to work in almost no time at all and were featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s Top Cosmetic Surgery Trends 2019. The one stitch facelift is performed by;

Consultations available at our London Harley Street clinic.

one stitch facelift london harley street before after photos

To find out more about one stich Facelift click here.

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Thermage

Thermage CPT Skin tightening treatment is often referred to a ‘Non-surgical facelift’. The non-invasive procedure helps to tighten and contour your skin in just a single treatment making it ideal for those with busy lifestyles. The treatment works by stimulating your body’s natural renewal of collagen, which creates subtle, natural looking results targeting key areas such as loose jowls, sagging skin, jawline definition and wrinkles around the mouth and forehead. Thermage treatment targets the deeper layers of skin meaning that the downtime is minimal and many patients return to normal activities straight away.

Sounds like a dream? The downside to this treatment is that the results are unfortunately not instant. The majority of the tightening in the face will take place gradually over a period of time and the best results are seen usually after 6 months. The positive side of this however is that it does mean you will achieve gradual and natural looking results compared to a more dramatic change that a surgical procedure can achieve.

To find out more about Thermage click here.

Ultherapy

Ultherapy is a non-surgical skin tightening procedure that uses micro-focused ultrasound with visualisation (MFU-V) energy. Celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Christie Brinkley and Kim Kardashian have all used Ultherapy for a neck lift making it a popular choice with many of our patients. Ultherapy treatment is ideal for reducing the appearance of sagging skin, sagging jowls, poor skin laxity, turkey neck, sagging eyelids and lines and wrinkles on the décolletage.

Treatment time can take as little as 30 minutes and there is no downtime aside from some slight redness to the treated areas for an hour or 2 post procedure. Ultherapy treatment is FDA approved and has had over 1 million treatments performed worldwide. The results from treatment are gradual but many patients see the initial signs of lifting in the days following treatment. The best results from treatment will be more visible after 3-6 months which is how long it takes for the new collagen to build and lift the skin.

To find out more about Ultherapy click here

Thread Lift

A thread lift is a minimally-invasive treatment that lifts sagging areas of the face without the need for sedation or a hospital stay. A thread lift procedure involves lifting different parts of the face using specialised threads without the need for surgical incisions. Common areas to be treated are sagging cheeks, deep lines and wrinkles, jowls, forehead wrinkles and jaw line definition. The benefit of a thread lift is instant and long lasting results, minimal downtime, an increase in natural collagen production and no stitches are required.

We offer two types of thread lift procedures at The Private Clinic; Silhouette Soft and PDO Thread Lift. Your cosmetic nurse or doctor will be able to advise on which is going to be best at your consultation.

To find out more about Thread Lift procedures click here.

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Injectable Treatments

Injectable treatments are fast becoming a popular alternative for specific facial surgery procedures such as a facelift and blepharoplasty. Dermal fillers are a great place to start as they are really effective at restoring lost volume in the face which can result in a sunken and hollow appearance especially around the cheeks, eyes and lips. Anti-wrinkle injections help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles resulting in an overall rejuvenated appearance. The 8 point lift is a technique that uses dermal fillers to combat the soft tissue loss associated with the ageing process and results last for up to 18 months with no downtime.

To find out more about the 8 Point Lift click here.

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Which treatment is best for me?

The best way to find out what treatment is best for you is to book in for a consultation where our surgeons or practitioners will be able to assess you in person and talk through what you wish to achieve and the realistic outcomes from non-surgical and surgical procedures.

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To find out more about facial rejuvenation procedures call 0333 920 2471 or click here to book a consultation online. We have clinics across the UK in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

6 Non Surgical Facial Treatments for Wrinkles

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There are a lot of treatments out there that claim to reveal younger and wrinkle-free skin. It can be a little overwhelming when it comes to deciding which treatment is going to give you the best results for your skin.

At The Private Clinic we have a team of specialist skin practitioners who are highly experienced in dealing with all skin issues and they have put together their best 5 non-surgical facial treatments that work for reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Wrinkle Relaxing Injections

Wrinkle relaxing injections is our top choice when it comes to reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Made up of a protein called botulinum toxin type A the solution when injected in small doses works to relax the muscles in your face which cause the lines and wrinkles to appear. The result is a smoother and wrinkle reduced appearance. Wrinkle relaxing injections are very effective for forehead lines, line around the eyes, lines in-between the eyes, neck lines and lip lines.

Quick treatment facts

Name: Botox, Wrinkle Relaxing Injections, Anti-Wrinkle Injections, Wrinkle Injections
Pain: Mild discomfort, no need for topical anaesthetic
Length of treatment: 20-30 mins
Downtime: None
Results: Seen in 7-10 days can last for 3 months.
Number of treatments required: 1 Treatment will need to be repeated every 3 months.
Cost: Starts from £195 for 1 area
Locations: London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

To find out more about wrinkle relaxing injections click here.

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are usually a treatment suggested for volume loss rather than wrinkles but it can be a really effective treatment for deep lines. Dermal fillers are made from hyaluronic acid which is a naturally occurring substance found in the body. Dermal filler treatment works by essentially filling the wrinkle line to give a smoother and more rejuvenated appearance.

They are ideal at targeting the nose to mouth lines, lines that run from the corner of your mouth to your chin and vertical lip lines.

Quick treatment facts

Name: Dermal Fillers, Filler, Naso-labial filler, marionette filler
Pain: Slight discomfort but topical anaesthetic will be provided
Length of treatment: 30 mins
Downtime: Slight redness and/or swelling for 48 hours.
Results: Instant results that last between 3 to 18 months.
Number of treatments required: 1 Treatment but it will need to repeat as results fade.
Cost: Starts from £250
Locations: London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

To find out more about dermal fillers click here.

Laser Skin Tightening

Laser Skin Tightening is FDA approved for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and it also helps with improving the appearance of skin laxity and sagging skin too. It is a non-surgical and minimally invasive treatment that works by using infrared light to stimulate the production of collagen which helps to tighten the skin. Laser Skin Tightening treatment is suitable for the face, neck, chest, arms and hands and it can be really effective on delicate skin providing gradual and natural results.

Quick Treatment Facts

Name: Laser Skin Tightening, Laser Genesis, Cynosure
Pain: Pain free
Length of treatment: 30 – 60 mins
Downtime: None
Results: Instant results but best results seen after last treatment, results last for 6 months.
Number of treatments required: Course of 3 treatments spaced a month apart.
Cost: Starts from £250
Locations: London Harley Street

To find out more about laser skin tightening click here.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser Skin Resurfacing is a great innovative treatment to rejuvenate damaged skin and tackle signs of ageing. There are three types of Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment available; Pearl, Pearl Fractional and Pearl Fusion. Pearl is often most suitable for finer wrinkles whereas Pearl Fractional is often used for deeper wrinkles.  Pearl Fusion is the combination of both treatments and may be suggested for deeper wrinkles too.  The treatments involve pulses of light being emitted to the skin in a pre-selected pattern. The heat of the laser work to target the deeper tissues under the skin surface which helps to generate new collagen productions which results in an overall smoother skin. The skin will immediately form a type of  natural protective dressing which helps to minimise the downtime and instantly start the skin restoration process.

Quick Treatment Facts

Name: Laser Skin Resurfacing, Pearl Skin Resurfacing, Pearl Fractional, Pearl Fusion
Pain: Mild, topical anaesthetic can be applied to minimise discomfort
Length of treatment: 20 – 30 mins
Downtime: 5-8 days – your skin will go through a peeling process 3-5 days post treatment.
Results: Results can start to be seen after one treatment and healing takes place over 5-7 days. The best results are seen after a course of treatment.
Number of treatments required: Course of 3 treatments spaced a month apart.
Cost: Starts from £500
Locations: London Harley Street

Profhilo

Profhilo is a remodelling injectable skin treatment. It works by stimulates your own collagen production and elasticity which results in tighter and younger looking skin. Profhilo is a really effective treatment as it targets the entire face and the quality of the skin, not only will your wrinkles appear reduced but your overall skin tone and texture will be greatly improved. Although it contains hyaluronic acid it does not work in the same way that dermal fillers do to plump the skin, the solution instead spreads within the skin to nourish and remodel the skin structure. Any area of the body can be treated with Profhilo but is most commonly used for the face, neck and hands.

Quick Treatment Facts

Name: Profhilo, Skin Remodelling,  Bioremodelling
Pain: Slight discomfort but topical anaesthetic will be provided if requested
Length of treatment: 30 mins
Downtime: None
Results: 8-10 weeks after your first treatment, but best seen after second treatment
Number of treatments required: 2 treatments spaced a month apart every 9-12 months.
Cost: Starts from £590
Locations: London Harley Street, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

To find out more about profhilo click here.

Regenlite

Regenlite is a laser treatment that can improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles. The laser light targets micro vessels underneath your skin with the aim of mimicking an injury which causes your skin to produce new collagen in response. Regenlite is suitable for all skin types and the gradual results make this treatment ideal for those looking to achieve a natural and continuous result.

Quick Treatment Facts

Name: Regenlite, N-Lite
Pain: Minimal discomfort, warming sensation
Length of treatment: 30-60 mins
Downtime: None
Results: Skin will improve over a course of 3 months
Number of treatments required: 3-5 sessions usually once every couple of weeks.
Cost: A course of 5 treatments for 1 area starts from £700
Locations: London Harley Street, Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton

To find out more about regenlite click here.

Thermage

Thermage is the only non-invasive procedure that helps to tighten and contour your skin in a single treatment. It is often described as a non-surgical facelift and is really effective at creating subtle and natural looking results. It works by heating the deep and collagen rich layers of your skin using radiofrequency technology to stimulate your body’s natural renewal of collagen as well as remodelling existing collagen. Thermage can be used on the face, eyes and body and works smooth lines and wrinkles.

Quick Treatment Facts

Name: Thermage, Thermage CPT System, Non-Surgical Facelift
Pain: Minor discomfort but considerably less painful than older versions of the treatment
Length of treatment: 45 mins
Downtime: None
Results: 3-6 months for best results that last 12-16 months
Number of treatments required: 1 treatment
Cost: Starts from £1,900 for lower face
Locations: London Harley Street

To find out more about Thermage click here.

Why choose The Private Clinic?

Anti-ageing treatments are our specialty here at The Private Clinic. Our team of highly experienced skin experts are fully qualified to give you the best advice on treatments that are going to help you achieve a more youthful appearance without looking overdone. Other common skin ageing complaints include sun damage and pigmentation and we have a really effective IPL Photorejuvenation treatment that is great for smoothing out the tone and texture of your skin and can help in treating rosacea, age spots, sun damage/spots, and general skin tone irregularities.

All of our skin treatments are performed by highly trained professionals within our CQC registered clinics meaning you are in the safest of hands at all times.

Skin Clinic Locations

To find out the best treatment for you, book a consultation at a clinic local to you by calling 0333 920 2471 or use our online contact form.

What are the Best New Anti-Aging Eye Treatments?

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The skin around your eyes is much thinner than the skin on other areas of your body, and is actually the thinnest on your face. Repeated exposure to ultraviolet rays in the sun, however, damages the skins’ elastin proteins and collagen, causing this skin to thin even more and unfortunately fine lines to develop, such as crow’s feet around the eyes. These are among the first wrinkles to develop on your face. Thinning skin can also lead to pesky hollowed areas under the eyes, taking the appearance of dark circles or “bags” and resulting in a constantly tired look. Too much smoking, pollution, lack of sleep, laughter and hereditary factors all also contribute to wrinkles and dark circles in this part of the face.

We’ve all tried and tested various methods for reducing our wrinkles, fine lines and dark circles, but sometimes these are just not enough. In this blog we present some of the best anti-ageing treatments for youthful eyes, offering non-invasive, minimally-invasive and surgical solutions, and how they can help. To find out which under eye ageing treatment is appropriate for your individual skin concerns, we recommend you schedule a consultation with one of our experienced aesthetic nurses or doctors who can assess your unique case.

The best injectable treatments for eyes?

  • Wrinkle relaxing injections are the world’s most popular non-invasive treatment, reducing the appearance of crow’s feet and other deep wrinkles and lines. The treatment not only works miracles in smoothing out existing lines and wrinkles, but at the same time prevents new lines from developing, by relaxing facial muscles, reducing excessive facial movements.crows feet treatments before after photo
  • Tear trough filler is another non-surgical treatment restoring volume to the hollowed area underneath your eyes. But how does it work? Dermal filler, containing hyaluronic acid (the body’s natural moisturiser) is carefully injected to the depression under the eyes or just beneath it. This plumps up the area meanwhile smoothing out contours between the eyes and cheeks.tear trough filler before and after photo

The best Laser Treatments for the eye area?

  • Laser resurfacing treatments are a minimally-invasive, innovative way to tackle signs of ageing, such as lines, wrinkles and age spots, requiring no excessive downtime. The wondrous technology uses thermal energy to remove the skin’s very outer layers, stimulating the natural healing process of the body and encouraging the growth of new skin. We have three types of Laser Skin Resurfacing treatments available Pearl, Pearl Fractional and Pearl Fusion. Pearl is often most suitable for finer wrinkles and sunspots whereas Pearl Fractional is often used for deeper wrinkles. Pearl Fusion is a combination of both treatments but the treatment most suited for you will be decided by your practitioner during consultation.
    laser resurfacing treatment before after photo
  • Regenlight is a a more gentle, gradual and discrete option of tackling eye wrinkles and crow’s feet, Regenlite is a non-invasive treatment requiring minimal downtime. The laser treatment rejuvenates the skin while improving the appearance of wrinkles and lines and ageing in general. A typical course of Regenlite consists of 3-5 sessions, each session being every couple of weeks. Post treatment, there should be no visible signs of the procedure and the majority of patients can leave the clinic and return to work immediately. Some patients may experience slight redness but this is rare, and will resolve within a few days. Sometimes a combination of treatments is the best option; however, an expert skin practitioner will recommend the appropriate treatment plan for you.

The best surgery for Eye Bag Removal and Eyelid Lift?

  • A blepharoplasty is a quick, simple and safe surgical procedure for reducing drooping around the eyes, tightening any folds and creases in both the lower and upper eyelids and lifting the skin around the eyes. The simple procedure repositions or removes excess tissue and skin around the eyelids. A blepharoplasty can also be a great solution for those suffering from hooded eyelids (the upper eyelid folded over the eye) or looking to minimise age-associated puffiness, such as eye bags. Upper and lower blepharoplasties are possible as well as combined procedures.

blepharoplasty before and after photo

For some eyelid surgery patients, a fat transfer or re-positioning may be advised for eyelid areas where fat volume has been lost. The hollow eyelid look can be ageing and so by adding or filling in the upper eyelid a younger look can be achieved. Fat re-positioning commonly involves local eyelid fat being transferred to the patient’s eyelid hollow, but can also use fat from other bodily areas. At The Private Clinic, other bodily areas we commonly use include the abdomen, flanks and knees.

eyelid surgery fat transfer

Handy Plasma non-surgical eyelift treatment 

Our Handy Plasma non-surgical eyelift treatment is a new way to help improve the appearance of the loose eyelid skin and puffy eyelids without the downtime and costs from surgery. The treatment uses a Plexr® Plasma Pen device applicator which ionises the gas particles in the air between the device tip and your skin which emits a small electric arc. This electric arc creates a substance known as plasma which causes the target skin tissue to go from being solid to a gas state therefore instantly vaporizing the excess skin and tightening what remains leaving a carbon crust on the area. The non-surgical eye lifts treatment is able to remove the excess eyelid skin and tighten up wrinkles located around the eyes whilst being entirely non-invasive with no need for incisions, scalpels or stitches. Ideal patients for our Handy Plasma treatment will have mild to moderate loose skin around the upper eyelid area.

Before and after picture after 1 session of Nano Plasma Non-Surgical Eyelift.

Why choose The Private Clinic?

Our reputable medical team have pioneered the industry’s most advanced skin procedures for more than 5 years, treating thousands of patients every year. We are committed to achieving outstanding results and delivering exceptional patient care and are proud to have achieved a 5 Star Rating and 9.3 TrustScore on Trustpilot.

If you are interested in our minimally and non-invasive injectable or laser skin treatments, we offer consultations with our industry leading anti-ageing specialists, who are able to assess your individual case and devise for you a bespoke treatment plan at any of our clinics in London Harley Street, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

To find out if a blepharoplasty procedure is right for you, book a consultation with one of our blepharoplasty surgeons, representing some of the most reputable Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons in the UK, with years of expertise and experience.

  • Mr Davood Fallahdar, BSc, MB ChB, MD, FRCS, MicroSurg(Hons), ORL, H&NSurg. GMC Number: 4686602 in London
  • Mr Roberto Uccellini, MD GMC Number 7416337 in London
  • Mr Navid Jallali, BSc, MB CHB (Hons), MD, FRCS(Plast). GMC Number: 4404969 in London
  • Mr Dario Rochira, BS, MD. GMC Number: 6130664 in London
  • Mr Adel Fattah, FRCS(Plast) GMC Number: 4764599 in Manchester
  • Mr Philip Lim, BSc(Hons), MB ChB, AFRCS(Ed), MRCS(Eng), FRCS(Plast) GMC Number: 4219068 in Leeds
  • Mr Kenneth Kok, BSc(Hons), MB ChB, AFRCS(Ed), MRCS(Eng), FRCS(Plast). GMC Number: 4219068 in Birmingham
  • Mr Mrinal Supriya FRCS, (OTOL-HNS), GMC Number: 6066458 in Northampton and Birmingham
  • Ms Helena Antoniadou, MBBS, MD & Surg (Hons), FRCS (Plast), GMC Number: 3700956 in Manchester and Leeds

Find out more about our Anti-Aging Eye Treatments by calling 03339 209135 or using our online contact form on our website.

Are your hands ageing you?

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A lot of us spend our time battling the signs of ageing on our faces but is it actually our hands that are giving our age away?

Hands are prone to premature ageing as they are exposed to so many factors and they often suffer from volume loss, age spots, scaly skin, brittle nails and prominent veins.

There are lots of things that you can do to keep your hands looking young including; using SPF every day on your hands, wearing driving gloves to avoid excessive exposure to sunlight whilst driving, wearing gloves when cleaning and gardening, wearing gloves or sun cream when getting gel nails done under UV lights, moisturise regularly, use gentle soaps, exfoliate at least once a week, protect them from the cold by wearing warm gloves and for a moisture fix use thick hand cream overnight with cotton gloves to wake up with refreshed.

Here at The Private Clinic we offer a range of hand rejuvenation treatments;

Dermal Fillers

Dermal Fillers are a great way to turn back the time on your hands. Dermal fillers introduce volume back into areas that have lost volume during the ageing process. Made from hyaluronic acid suspended in a gel the filler is injected underneath the skin to improve the appearance of wrinkles and replace volume.

Dermal Filler Hand Rejuvenation 

Chemical peels 

Facial chemical peels are great at reducing the signs of fine lines, sun damage and uneven pigmentation but they are just as good for reducing the same signs of ageing from the hands.  The strength of peel will depend on the condition of your hands and the downtime is usually minimal with only a slight bit of swelling or redness lasting for a couple of days following your treatment. The best results are seen after 1-2 treatments but the results are usually long-lasting if you take good care of your hands thereafter treatment.

Fat Transfer to the hands

Fat transfer to the hands involves using Vaser liposuction to remove body fat from unwanted areas and relocate it to areas that need volume such as the hands. It is a specialist procedure that should only be carried out by an experienced surgeon to avoid the risk of damaging the fat cells and the body reabsorbing them too quickly. Dr Dennis Wolf has been refining and improving the Fat Transfer methods for The Private Clinic for many years, with a high success rate. More info here

 

Fat Transfer to the Hands

IPL Photorejuvenation

The thin skin found on your hands makes them more susceptible to visible ageing as they lack the regenerative properties that thicker skin has. IPL photorejuvenation is a broad wavelength light treatment that is pulsed onto the skin and works to reduce the appearance of dark spots and discolouration by stimulating blood flow additional collagen production.  A course of 6 sessions are usually recommended to achieve the best results.

Why choose The Private Clinic for your hand rejuvenation treatment?

  • We are the UK’s leading non-invasive and minimally invasive cosmetic group of clinics
  • We have some of the most experienced specialists in the industry that can advise on the best treatment for hand rejuvenation.
  • We treat thousands of patients every year.
  • We pride ourselves on our knowledge and expertise
  • All of our Clinics are registered with the Care Quality Commission and The Independent Healthcare Advisory Services.
  • We have clinics across the UK including, London Harley Street, Birmingham, Bristol, Buckinghamshire,  Leeds, Manchester and Northampton.

To find out more about hand rejuvenation treatments or to book a consultation please call 0333 920 2471 our use our online contact form.