Demand for Anti-ageing Cosmetic Treatments Soars in the UK

Recently published figures from BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) show that with a 0.2% increase in UK Plastic Surgery procedures as a whole, some anti-ageing procedures saw double-digit increases in 2012, with Facial Rejuvenation treatments (Eyelid surgery and Brow lifts) and Fat Transfer experiencing the highest growth in demand.

Anna Nelson's Vaser Diary: After the treatment

After my vaser lipo procedure (which you can read about here) I left the clinic with my husband and we headed home. I wasn’t in any pain, but everything felt slightly hazy as if I was walking around in slow motion! I was wearing my black one piece which felt nice and comfy.

Is the Fad of advertising discounted procedures forcing on-lookers to become consumers on impulse alone?

Are medical consumers becoming that much more price-sensitive, not fully understanding the risks associated with a surgical procedure? There has been so much noise recently about unethical advertising for cosmetic surgery procedures, and in particular, how discounting surgery treatments results in impulse buying. Surgical treatments have traditionally involved weeks of research, days of consultations and… Continue reading Is the Fad of advertising discounted procedures forcing on-lookers to become consumers on impulse alone?

The 'Victory V'

This week has seen the opening ceremony to the Paralympic games, and we think it is safe to say that the UK is still wearing its Olympic crown with pride. Something that we have noticed at the clinic is that with all the hype surrounding the Olympics, and the sportsmen that go alongside it, we… Continue reading The 'Victory V'

Brits Buck Recession and Opt for Cosmetic Surgery

The figures are in and it seems that more and more members of the British public are splashing out on cosmetic surgery. A recent survey carried out by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) and published in last weeks Guardian, tells us that despite the current economic downturn, last year saw a 6.2%… Continue reading Brits Buck Recession and Opt for Cosmetic Surgery

The constant rise in men opting for cosmetic procedures

Cosmetic procedures in this modern day don’t only sit with women any longer. There has been a dramatic increase in men opting for all kinds of cosmetic procedures including Hair Transplants, Liposuction procedures, muscle sculpting procedures like Vaser High-Def, Botox, Moob surgery along with many more. Today, the Daily Mirror reported on four different men who underwent four… Continue reading The constant rise in men opting for cosmetic procedures