Posts By: Isabel

This social media phenomenon known as the selfie is having a surprising impact on consumer behaviour. The “selfie stick” was one of the hottest gifts for Christmas 2014 and according to some facial plastic surgeons, an uptick in their appointments is directly attributable to this selfie obsession. The explosion of digital self-portraiture has led to… Read more »

Each year the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery,the worlds largest specialty association for facial plastic surgery,publishes a survey exploring top trends in the facial plastic surgery industry. The findings in its survey serve as a crystal ball regarding cosmetic procedure popularity around the world, including here in Australia. This year, the survey… Read more »

A skin cancer diagnosis can be frightening, and it’s a diagnosis that is increasingly common in Australia. In fact, two out of three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70. According to Cancer Council Australia: Skin cancers account for around 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers 750,000 Australians are treated… Read more »

Every face is unique in the way it will age over time. Patients eager to experience the benefits of facial rejuvenation will consult with a surgeon to determine which of the many facelift procedures will deliver optimal results for her—or him. Some of the many options are discussed below. Deep Plane Face Lift The deep-plane facelift… Read more »

Cosmetic surgery to rejuvenate the face is a common, effective, and time-tested way to reduce the appearance of sagging skin, wrinkles, and other conditions that affect facial beauty. Despite the proven benefits of facial plastic surgery, however, more and more people are choosing non-surgical treatments to achieve a youthful, refreshed appearance. In particular, dermal fillers… Read more »

When people talk about the enormous impact technology has had on ageing and facial aesthetics, they tend to focus on things likeendoscopic cameras and lasers. These technological marvels have advanced surgical techniques and aesthetic procedures tremendously. However, in the year 2015 The Internet is having a growing impact on thefacial plastic surgery industryin more ways… Read more »

Since they first became available for cosmetic use, injectable muscle relaxants have been the treatment of choice for millions of women from 20 to 85. Popular though they may be, these injections also have their detractors. There is a dazzling array of anti-ageing treatments available, from skin-rejuvenating lasers to high-tech peels and bespoke moisturisers. So… Read more »

Your scar may be large or small in size, but if you’re self-conscious about it, you may feel it’s the only thing people see when they look at you. Over-the-counter skin camouflaging cosmetics may be sufficient to cover up the appearance of modest scars, but if you have stubborn skin irregularities, more aggressive treatments may… Read more »

  Don’t wait until the night before Christmas to book your cosmetic enhancement appointment. Different treatments and procedures have different healing times. Ideally, you should schedule your procedure with enough lead-time that any residual signs of injectables, surgery, or other rejuvenating procedures have faded away. Dermal Fillers for Christmas 2014 Dermal fillers are an excellent… Read more »

  If you’d like to strengthen a weak chin or create a more distinctive profile, your facial plastic surgeon wants to see you. Chin augmentation can balance your face by resizing your chin so that is longer or bigger and in better harmony with your nose. There have never been as many excellent options as… Read more »

Pop-up shops are taking over the retail world, transforming the way consumers purchase food, clothing, make-up, and now cosmetic injectables. This is not necessarily a good thing. In this article, we talk about what to look for when you visit aninjectables bar, and why you may want to consider having your treatments done by an… Read more »

According to Body and Soul, Australian women are spending a pretty penny to stay pretty, in spite of global financial uncertainty and tight budgets here at home. What accounts for their spending hard-earned dollars on cosmetics and elective cosmetic procedures? Women want—some would say need—to look vibrant at home and at work. A smooth complexion,… Read more »