Laser vein removal, laser facial resurfacing etc
An American company has claimed that is has found a way for patients to change the colour of their eyes through a new cosmetic surgery procedure.
Stroma Medical, based in California, has patented a technique that uses a laser beam to change brown eyes to blue in a few weeks. Early trials have shown that patients brown irises changed colour to blue after being exposed to a targeted laser beam.
Skin experts claim that uneven skin tones can age your face as much as fine lines and wrinkles so it is no surprise that many people are concerned about freckles and marks on their face.
According to research by beauty brand Clinique, 43 per cent of women in the UK are concerned about pigmentation.
The term ‘hyperpigmentation’ covers a number of things including small areas of pigmentation such as freckles, sun spots and liver spots, through to much larger areas of darkened skin.
For people who suffer from hyperhidrosis (otherwise known as excessive sweating), the only treatments were strong anti-perspirants, major surgery or Botox injections. However, there is a new cosmetic treatment on the market to help stop excessive sweating which also has the benefit of being minimally invasive – Laser Sweat Ablation (LSA). The cosmetic procedure is relatively new with the first operation in the UK performed last month by Mark Whiteley at The Whiteley Clinic in Guildford.
For those who suffer from excess sweating, two of the most popular options currently on the market are to use a strong anti-perspirant or to have Botox injected into the underarm area. Unfortunately, both of these options are just temporary measures. Another measure sees the nerves to the chest that lead to the sweat glands cut under general anaesthetic.
However, a British surgeon has developed a new cosmetic procedure which could help stop underarm sweating forever and will only require a local anaesthetic and leave minimal scarring.
According to the latest research, many women are unaware of the potential side effects and problems associated with laser hair removal treatments.
Women who are taking medications such as the contraceptive pill, who have heart problems or have diabetes should be very wary when considering having laser hair treatment as there is a higher risk of side effects. Anyone taking herbal remedies such as St. John’s Wort, those on acne medication, and those on anti-depressants should also take care when considering this form of hair removal. Women who have had skin cancer or who are pregnant are also advised not to have this treatment.
More and more cosmetic laser treatment horror stories are hitting the headlines –the latest being that of UK newsreader Kate Silverton who was forced to take time off work and ended up with scarring on her face thanks to laser surgery.
Many people are born with birthmarks and these birthmarks can vary in size, colour and location. Birthmarks are generally described as a mark on the skin that is unique to the individual that does not quickly disappear.
Most birthmarks are fairly small and are hidden by clothing however some birthmarks are on more prominent areas of the body. Some birthmarks can also pose health risks therefore some people may seek out the advice of a cosmetic surgeon with a view to getting the birthmark removed.