Refresh Your Skin With Treatments at Selston Cosmetic Clinic - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

We can't stop our face from getting older, but it's hard when you can see the noticeable signs of ageing such as fine wrinkles around the eyes or lips, or maybe pigmentation spots when we look at ourselves in the mirror. Sometimes though, there are ordinary things apart from ageing, which over time can take a toll on the skin and add years to our face. 

Acne marks and scarring ruin the texture of the skin and leave it looking uneven, so try hard not to pick at your spots. Given the amount of germs and bacteria that's hidden on the hands and under your nails, it's just not sanitary to touch and pick at your spots, it can cause breakouts and make existing spots even worse. Picking at your spots, ingrown hairs, blackheads or anything else on your face can have permanent effects and even leave scars.

Cleanse - Gently wash your face morning and night, avoiding cleansers with a high alcohol content and drying agents.
Exfoliate -  The complexion becomes dull and uneven as dead cells accumulate, so make sure you exfoliate your skin weekly. Using a gentle facial scrub which will help to keep the skin smooth, healthy and fresh.
Moisturise -  Apply moisturiser over your face twice a day, not forgetting to treat the neck and the back of your hands. Dry skin loses its elasticity and this is when wrinkles begin to form.

Exposure to the sun is the number one reason for skin ageing, so always wear sun screen. Over time too much excess sun damages the skin, causing wrinkles, loss of elasticity, visible blood vessels, hyper-pigmentation and even skin cancer. Even if you aren't sunbathing you should still protect your skin by wearing sun cream every day.

Not doing so can result in:

• Losing elasticity in the skin
• Translucent, thinner looking skin
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Dry, rough skin
• Liver spots on the face, back of hands, arms and body
• Broken veins and capillaries
• Skin cancer

It's said that a third of women go to bed, at least twice a week, without removing their make-up. Stale make-up can clog up the pores making them look larger, resulting in a decline in the collagen and making the skin less supple. Leaving make-up on through the night can result in an overgrowth of bacteria on your face, it can cause acne and give the skin a dull, unhealthy look.

At Selston Cosmetic Clinic we can soften the effects ageing with non-surgical cosmetic procedures. There are many cosmetic procedures for the face, such as botox, to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, lip augmentation and fillers to plump up your lips, laser treatment to remove blemishes, moles and thread veins and chemical peels and microdermabrasion to smooth the surface of your skin.

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Mags.

Clinic Manager.

Lose Double Chin & Define Your Jaw Line with Vaser Lipo - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

If you have a double chin it doesn't always mean you're are overweight, it can also mean that the muscles in the chin and neck aren't as developed as they could be. When we get older, our skin loses its elasticity and starts to sag, making it possible for a double chin to develop. Sometimes we don't realise that our jaw line is slowly merging with the chin until someone shows us photos taken in profile, giving us the proof we really didn't want to see.

Loose skin on the jaw line and neck, can result in a double chin or the dreaded jowls. This can cause embarrassment and loss of confidence and might be a sign that you should alter your diet. It is possible to reduce and even get rid of fat in the chin area with a healthy, low-fat, nutritious diet and regular exercise, but if this doesn't work, cosmetic treatment using vaser lipo could be the answer. 

There are people who are genetically predisposed to having a double chin. Our genetics influence the muscle and bone structure and where the fat is deposited on the face. Some get water retention under the chin, and others naturally store excess fat in the chin area. Excess body fat is also a cause of double chins as the body stores fat in different places. It's almost impossible to lose fat from just one place, so if you need to lose fat from your chin, you must lose fat from all over the body. Our age can also determine whether we do or don't develop a double chin, because the older we get, the more our skin thins and becomes less elastic, and this causes muscles to lose their tone, which creates the sagging droopy look.  

If diet and exercise just won't get rid of it, then vaser lipo is an ideal way to get rid of fat from under the chin. It's a straightforward procedure that gives fabulous results. After a local anaesthetic numbs the area, the vaser melts and liquefies the fat cells, which then get suctioned out through thin probes. Vaser lipo is not a method to lose weight or an alternative to diet and exercise but a form of body contouring, which sculpts the body to get the desired look.

Just because you have a double chin doesn't necessarily mean you're old and it doesn't have to mean that you're overweight. But, whatever the cause is, while it's there, it can totally take away the beauty of a face.

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Mags.
Clinic Manager.

Are You Ready For Vaser Treatment? - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

We all have body issues and at one time or another we'll all feel insecure about the way our body looks. All around us, there are images of men and women who seemingly have no body imperfections, and although we know that these images get enhanced and airbrushed, it doesn't stop us feeling dissatisfied with our own imperfect body.

Sometimes, we wish our body was more streamlined, a bit sleeker and toned, and one way to do this, is with vaser lipo. Vaser treatment is a great way to slim and contour your body exactly the way you want and it's a gentler, more precise method than traditional liposuction, making it an ideal way to achieve your desired shape, but are you a good candidate for this procedure?

Candidates for vaser lipo treatment must consider:

*  Having relatively good health before your vaser lipo is important, and also that you don't have any illnesses or medical conditions that might stop you from healing properly after the treatment. However, if you do suffer from a particular health condition, your doctor will talk to you about your suitability for vaser lipo.

*  If you're within 30% of your goal weight, then vaser lipo is an ideal treatment for you. More than 30% then you should probably consider a different weight loss method, as vaser lipo isn't a weight reduction procedure, it's a body contouring procedure.

*  Having firm skin with good elasticity will help you to achieve the look you want, once your procedure is over. Usually, visible skin retraction takes between 2-4 weeks and gets even better over the 4-6 months following the procedure.

*  To achieve the best results, many experienced vaser doctors recommend that you start to tone your muscles before you have a procedure, as it helps if you already have good muscle tone before your vaser treatment.

Vaser Lipo treatment on the male chest before and after.

Vaser is a minimally invasive treatment and is a great way to target problem areas and sculpt the body. When faddy diets and hours exercising at the gym just won't get rid of that stubborn tummy, or give you a sleek silhouette, then it might be time to consider vaser lipo.

People choosing vaser lipo treatments should have a realistic idea of what results they want to get. At a consultation the vaser doctor will look at your fat distribution, skin, muscle tone and overall body shape, and will talk you through the procedure. The doctor will give you honest advice on what is, and what isn't achievable. So if you're in good health, have reasonable expectations about the results, if you're within 30% of your ideal weight and have firm skin with good elasticity, then you are a good candidate for vaser lipo treatment.

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Mags.
Clinic Manager.

Rejuvenate & Brighten the Skin with Microdermabrasion - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

Sometimes, when we look at our skin, all we notice are the fine lines, wrinkles, sun damaged and uneven skin tone, we might have blackheads and white heads, or maybe we have acne prone skin or superficial age spots. Medical microdermabrasion is an ideal treatment, if you want to improve the look of any of these symptoms.

Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical skin rejuvenating technique, designed to improve the texture and appearance of the skin. It works on fine wrinkles by evening out the skin texture through abrasion of the top layer of the skin. The results are subtle, resulting in a fresher look, reducing the fine lines and acne scarring. This is a fantastic treatment which will leave the skin feeling smoother and looking healthier, making it a lot easier for us to apply make-up.

Microdermabrasion treatment improves:

• Blotchy, uneven skin tones.
• Dull lifeless skin.
• Fine lines and wrinkles.
• Sun damaged skin/age spots.
• Enlarged pores/blemishes.
• Acne scarring.
• Blackheads and white heads.

Microdermabrasion doesn't use any lasers or chemicals. The treatment involves passing a fine collection of medical grade crystals over the skin's surface, using a hand-held device. The micro-crystals, which are hard enough to disrupt the unwanted, tired skin cells that cause dull looking skin, but small enough not to do any damage or cause pain or discomfort. The micro-crystals propel across the skin's surface, removing just the top layer of skin cells, revealing new living cells and leaving behind a healthy glow. Treatment leaves the skins epidermal layers rejuvenated, leading to collagen production and plumper skin.

You should avoid microdermabrasion treatment if you have eczema, as it could worsen the condition. Sufferers of rosacea should also avoid this treatment as the exfoliation process also worsens the redness, itchiness and flaking symptoms.

At your first consultation you'll be advised on the number of treatments you will need. The whole procedure is usually complete within 20 minutes and the results are instantly visible. Some treatments may take longer, depending on the skin's condition and the overall required results. It's recommended that you take a course of treatments for long-lasting, overall improved skin appearance.

The treatment's been used to treat millions of clients over the last decade, achieving fantastic results. The procedure is safe and painless and there are no side effects. Microdermabrasion machines offer state of the art treatments, from mild exfoliation to deeper medical treatments, and this translates into more impressive and lasting results to you. It will improve, refresh and rejuvenate your skin.

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Mags.

Clinic Manager.

Botox Injections For Excessive Sweating - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

It doesn't matter how much we might hate it, sweating is a natural and important part of the body's ability to regulate its temperature, but excessive sweating is a different thing altogether. It's more than just a nuisance; it's uncomfortable, embarrassing and can lead to body odour and stained clothing, which can cause distress and anxiety.

There is some practical advice to deal with excessive sweating:

• Wearing appropriate clothing is essential. Cotton fabric is ideal as it's cool and it absorbs sweat, but it does tend to remain damp.
• Clothes made with synthetic fibres tend to draw sweat away from the body and make you feel dry, however this fabric is good at keeping the body warm and this can just make you sweat even more.
• Keeping your house and work environment well ventilated will help.
• A change of clothing during the day can help make you feel more comfortable.

Hyperhidrosis is a common condition which causes a person to sweat excessively. The sweating may affect the entire body, or it might only affect certain areas. Areas which are commonly affected include;

* The armpits
* Palms of the hands and soles of the feet
* The face
* Chest
* Groin

Excessive sweating can cause lots of inconveniences:

• It limits what type of fabrics you can wear.
• Washing and dry-cleaning bills will probably soar.
• The embarrassment and frustration we feel when we're in public and with groups of friends.
• The chances are, that you will have to change your clothing more often.

Sweating excessively from the armpits is one of the most embarrassing of conditions and can seriously affect our self-esteem and the way we carry out our daily lives. If you are feeling hot and bothered and antiperspirants aren't keeping you dry, there are treatment options available to those suffering from excessive sweating.

Botox Hyperhidrosis treatment is an excellent alternative, with outstanding results to stop excessive sweating. Firstly numbing the area to minimise any discomfort and then very small quantities of botox get injected in the armpit region, just under the skin. The use of very fine needles makes the botox injections almost painless.

Selston Cosmetic Clinic offers the latest, safe, effective cosmetic medical treatments for excessive sweating. The treatment usually takes about 20-30 minutes and you can return to work immediately after the procedure. In most cases the treatment takes effect within a matter of days and can last up to 4-6 months.

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Mags.
Clinic Manager.

Laser Away Unwanted Facial & Body Hair - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

Over a lifetime, women can spend vast amounts of money on hair removal products, whether that's disposable razors, electrolysis, depilatory creams or waxing, either doing them at home or having treatment in a beauty salon. 

We try to find new ways of getting rid of unwanted body hair, some of us preferring to shave, some will wax, pluck or use depilatory creams, while others prefer laser hair removal to get rid of the hair permanently.

Getting rid of hairy legs, underarms or even that embarrassing upper lip and chin hair can work out costly, and you might think that having laser hair removal treatment would be more expensive than these treatments, but in fact over a lifetime, it works out much cheaper. Shaving, plucking, waxing and creams are time-consuming and what's more, only temporary. Laser hair removal can give long-lasting results, treating both large and small areas quickly and effectively.

Area's for hair removal:

• Upper lip
• Chin
• Forearms
• Underarms
• Legs
• Bikini line
• Back

Depending on the area, treatment can take from 10 minutes for the upper lip to 45 minutes for the back. The laser beam passes through the skin to an individual hair, and the intense heat of the laser damages the hair follicle without harming the surrounding skin, stopping future hair growth. 

Advanced Laser Technology offers a safe and effective way to remove unwanted hair. 

Laser hair removal treatment has many benefits;

• For small areas the procedure time can take as little as 15 minutes
• The treatment course is six treatments, four weeks apart
• After treatment you can go back to work the following day
• The results last for one year plus
• Local anaesthetic makes any discomfort minimal
• You'll see final results after twelve weeks

Most clients experience minimal discomfort, some may experience a minor stinging sensation on the skin as we deliver the laser pulses. We offer a topical anaesthetic cream to make treatments more comfortable. Once your treatment session is complete, you are free to resume your normal routine. Some clients might experience a slight redness in the treated area, but this should resolve in a day or two.

Laser hair removal treatments have been around for a few years now and they still rank as one of the most popular beauty treatments out there, and it's not going anywhere, anytime soon. So if the thought of not having to shave, pluck or wax is tempting, then laser hair removal is the way to go. 

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Mags.

Clinic Manager.

Streamline Your Body With Vaser Lipo Treatment - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

We all want to look our best, but sometimes, even when we have a healthy diet and do a fair amount of exercise, we can still have trouble getting rid of areas of unwanted fat. Fat distribution in the body is largely determined by genetics, and while some people have problem areas at the hips and thighs, others may have issues with their arms or flanks. You can't spot reduce fat, and it's extremely hard to shift fat from stubborn areas so when you've tried everything else, perhaps it's time to turn to vaser lipo to treat those problem areas.

Vaser can;

• Remove excess fat from targeted areas 
• It's gentle procedure which can treat delicate areas
• Remove fat that is resistant to diet and exercise
• Provide precise body contouring
• Promote skin tightening for firm, smooth results

Vaser liposuction can remove unwanted fat deposits and help sculpt your body into a shape you're happy with. Vaser lipo uses the latest ultrasound technology which gently re-shapes your body to give better definition, and helps to achieve a slim and balanced appearance.

Areas That Can Be Treated With Vaser Lipo;

• Stomach - abdomen, tummy fat and overhanging apron
• Hips - love handles (the excess fat sitting on the sides of the torso)
• Arms - bingo wings (the underneath part of the upper arm)
• Male breasts - ideal for gynecomastia treatment (man boobs)
• Thighs - the outer thighs and can also help to create an inner thigh gap
• Buttocks - reduce the size of the bottom
• Knees - the fatty deposits front and back of the knees
• Chin - reduce the double chin

Your body won't replace the fat cells removed from these areas, so each method of vaser lipo can deliver a long-lasting change to your body shape. It's suitable for both men and women, and it's a fast, safe and effective way to get rid of fat in those stubborn areas. This isn't a weight loss solution, and the reduction in your body weight will be minimal. However what you will achieve, is a slimmer, more contoured body shape.

Vaser lipo is one of the most popular procedures for both women and men. Results are immediate and once the swelling and bruising has subsided you'll get a clear indication of your new contours. There will then be a gradual and continual improvement and at six months you will be able to see your final shape

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Mags.
Clinic Manager.

Look Younger & Lift Sagging Skin with PDO Threadlifts - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

When we're young, the skin on our face is taut and smooth, it has a smooth contour where the cheek meets the chin and strong definition at the jaw line. But as we get older, collagen is lost, causing the skin around the cheeks to become thinner which will make us look older. As the skin loses elasticity it will cause gravity to gradually pull the loose skin downwards, and this will result in jowls appearing at the lower face.

We can rectify lost volume and elasticity in a few ways. Dermal fillers are a good option for people who don't want a surgical procedure. Fillers add volume, create cheekbones and give the skin a gentle lift. Dermal fillers last up to one year depending on your lifestyle, those who party hard might find they don't last as long. Dermal fillers can give instant results and you can return to work the next day looking fresh and rejuvenated.

Another treatment that gets great results, are PDO thread lifts. The PDO thread lift treatment has a dual effect. Firstly, they give an immediate lift to sagging skin and secondly they stimulate the body's own collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. The skin gets numbed with a local anaesthetic and the threads are then injected under the skin in strategic places, forming a matrix of threads which will lift and rejuvenate the skin. Some threads are so fine they are like hairs, the stronger threads are thicker and have small barbs on them that will attach to the skin and give a good lifting result.

PDO threads are ideal to treat;

• Forehead wrinkles
• Sagging eyebrows
• Lower eyelid - bags under the eyes
• Cheeks
• Nasolabial folds
• Marionette lines
• Jaw line

While the threads remain under the skin, they cause collagen to form by stimulating the fibroblasts and this will also improve your skin tone and radiance. The procedure is almost painless with little downtime. You might experience the odd bruise, but these can easily be covered with light make up. The PDO threads don't need removing from the body as they absorb into the body, and they can either be used as a stand-alone treatment or used along with botox and fillers to get a fantastic result.

At Selston Cosmetic Clinic we offer an extensive range of cosmetic procedures for the face and body to help create a younger, more youthful looking you!

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Mags.
Clinic Manager

Straighten & Enhance Your Nose Using Dermal Fillers - Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield & Chesterfield

If you are unhappy about the shape of your nose, then treatment using a non-surgical dermal filler is a great option, using it in various ways to correct the problem. Whether it's used to straighten a curved or hook shape, plump out areas or depressions caused by an accident or maybe inserting filler into the nose tip for an upturned appearance, dermal fillers can solve these problems, and more:

• Straighten a slightly crooked nose.
• Build up a small nose.
• Straighten noses that are hook shaped.
• Correct a mild to moderate bump or depression on the bridge of the nose.
• A moderate drooping of nasal tip.
• Refinement after surgical rhinoplasty.
• Noses that would like more height, definition and a nose tip.
• Smoothing contours of the nose.

Until recent years, the only solution for reshaping the nose was a surgical rhinoplasty, which is a painful procedure which requires an overnight stay in the hospital and time off work for recovery. A surgical nose job is still the main solution for significant corrections on the size and shape of the nose, but for those with moderate issues, wanting nose reshaping or re-contouring, then a non-surgical nose job procedure is an ideal solution.

At a consultation, the doctor will discuss your needs and expectations and will look at your nasal profile, making sure that the treated nose will be in proportion to the width and height of your face. During the procedure topical anaesthesia gets applied to the nasal surface, which will numb the area, and the dermal filler is then injected into precise areas of the nose. It's a painless procedure lasting about ten minutes and there might be minimal swelling or redness afterwards, which will subside after a few days.

Compared to a surgical rhinoplasty:

• The results you get with dermal filler treatments are natural-looking.
• The results are visible straight away, compared to almost a year for surgical rhinoplasty.
• The client is conscious during the procedure and can interact with their cosmetic doctor.
• There's no downtime after the procedure.
• Any minor bruising or redness usually goes away in three to four days, but you can use make-up to hide this.
• Treatment takes minutes, not hours.
• Local anaesthetic used and minimal discomfort.

Non-surgical rhinoplasty is a safe, non-invasive alternative to traditional rhinoplasty and the results are instantly visible. If you have always wanted to give your nose a different look but you are reluctant to have invasive surgery, then this is the ideal treatment. A well-done rhinoplasty can subtly enhance your features and restore facial harmony, resulting in a very pleasing, natural appearance.

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Mags.

Clinic Manager.