Botox Babes: You Think They Shouldn't |
Last month we asked you whether Botox should be used as a preventative measure against ageing, and two thirds of you thought it the measure was too severe for twenty-somethings to consider.
We think Botox is the most effective way of getting rid of wrinkles that already exist, but we're pleased to hear that you recognise the alternatives that are available to young skin.
With the anti-ageing market now estimated to be worth a massive $30billion worldwide, the quest to look young is becoming more important to people of all ages, but there are alternatives for those in their twenties. The appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in young skin can often be due to a poor skin care regime and so, rather than Botox, we would advise an in-depth skin care programme to improve the overall health of the skin in a more natural way. Our in-depth skin analysis using computerised ultra violet (UV) imaging is the best way to see the deep condition of your skin and for us to recommend products and treatments that will give you optimum skin health.
If you're worried about fine lines and wrinkles, why not book a free consultation and skin analysis to see how we can help. |
Skin Rejuvenation with Style |
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We are pleased to have been invited to showcase our SkinGenesis range of skin treatment as part of a unique nine week course titled "Reinvent Yourself". Hosted by style and image consultants Code Image this course promises to give you all the advice and guidance you need to enjoy 2008 with confidence and style. One of the sessions is being run by our Director of Treatments Peter and we would love to see you there.
A limited number of places are available at the special price of £198 (saving £200).
THE COURSE STARTS NEXT WEDNESDAY 9TH APRIL 2008 so don't delay if you would like to take part.
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We often talk about how important good nutrition is to the appearance of your skin, but studying your nails can also reveal a lot about your general health. Your nails are one of the first places a lack of nutrients will be apparent, so keeping a close eye on them will help you recognise what your diet could be missing. (see also our nutritional advice pages)
Have a look at the table below to take our nail test, and find out how to improve your diet.
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May indicate a lack of:
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Things to include in your diet:
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Dry Cuticles
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Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Protein
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VITAMIN C can be found in a wide variety of fruit and vegetables. Good sources include peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, oranges and kiwi fruit.
FOLIC ACID is found in broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, peas, chickpeas and brown rice
PROTEIN is found in meat and fish, as well as cereals, dairy products, nuts, lentils, pulses and some vegetables
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White Bands Across Nails
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Protein
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See above
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Dryness and Brittleness
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Vitamin A
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VITAMIN A is found in cheese, eggs, oily fish (such as mackerel), milk, fortified margarine and yoghurt.
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Fragility
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Vitamin B
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VITAMIN B is found in a variety of foods including pork, chicken, turkey, cod, bread, whole cereals (such as oatmeal, wheatgerm and rice), eggs, vegetables, soya beans, peanuts, milk, potatoes and some fortified breakfast cereals
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Horizontal and Vertical Ridges
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Vitamin B
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See above
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Excessive Dryness
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Vitamin B12
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VITAMIN B12 is found in meat, salmon, cod, milk, cheese, eggs, yeast extract, and some fortified breakfast cereals.
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Rounded and Curved Nail Ends
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Vitamin B12
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See above
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Darkened Nails
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Vitamin B12
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See above
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Spoon Nails
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Iron
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IRON is found in liver, meat, beans, nuts, dried fruit (such as dried apricots), whole grains (such as brown rice), fortified breakfast cereals, soybean flour and most dark green leafy vegetables (such as watercress and curly kale).
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Vertical Ridges
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Iron
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See above
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White Spots in Nails
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Zinc
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ZINC is found in meat, shellfish, milk and dairy foods such as cheese, bread, and cereal products such as wheatgerm.
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Fungus Under and Around Nails
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Lactobacilli (Friendly Bacteria)
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LACTOBACILLI can be found in probiotics, such as drinks and yoghurts.
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Splitting Nails
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Hydrochloric Acid
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HYDROCHLORIC ACID production can be stimulated with cayenne pepper or vinegar, and is helped Vitamin B Complex and Folic Acid
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Fascinating isn't it? |
Botox Babes - Take Part in Our Poll |
Last week, Radio 1 reported on the rising number of 20-somethings choosing Botox as a preventative measure against lines and wrinkles.
We were shocked by the drastic measures these young women are going to before they've even started to develop wrinkles.
We've certainly noticed an increased number of enquiries from young women wanting to halt the ageing process early. While Botox isn't dangerous when performed by a medical professional, at £200 every four months, it is a costly alternative to anti-ageing creams.
The worry posed by the BBC report was that young women will shun the expense of a trained professional for a cheaper alternative. We've expressed our concern in the past at the number of untrained nurses and therapists offering the injections, and young women looking for budget Botox could be putting themselves in real danger. Clients risk bruising and an uneven application if they choose Botox from an unregulated clinic or salon.
We want to know what you think - Should 20-somethings have Botox to prevent lines and wrinkles later in life? Vote now on our homepage. |
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