BRIM WITH CONFIDENCE…. By Carol Spenser, MD Style Directions
HOW TO LOOK GOOD IN A HAT Yes, the ‘Dressing Up’ season is here again – great events such as Henley and Glyndebourne are now looming on the horizon – not to mention the numerous wedding and garden party invitations that are now flooding through your letter box. Or, you might be going to just […]
Are Dental Patients Receiving Clear And Accurate Information?
Simplyhealth’s Annual Dental Survey has revealed that dentists could be doing more to provide clear and transparent information to their patients. The survey of 11,785 British adults found that 48{19761799e1353b7a6a49a5f02d3172230495afcde52b198895f8f3ba7ac759cb} of those who visit the dentist haven’t ever noticed that dental prices are clearly displayed or explained by their dentist. Only 27{19761799e1353b7a6a49a5f02d3172230495afcde52b198895f8f3ba7ac759cb} said that during […]
Assisted Injection vs. Manual Injection of Dermal Fillers
The Artiste System is an innovative device that enables clinicians to inject dermal fillers and other sterile materials with increased control for more consistent delivery and a new level of performance. Findings from the three-center, 52-subject study1 showed that clinicians significantly favored Artiste over manual injection, particularly with regard to the following key attributes: • […]
Summer Skin Care: the 5 best lotions 2012
Whether you’re planning your summer holiday or simply preparing for some warm weather at home, it’s time to think sun lotion. There’s a vast array available so which is best?
Lunchtime Boob Job Withdrawn From UK
Plastic surgeons in the UK have welcomed the withdrawal of a so-called “lunchtime boob job” treatment. Macrolane, an injectable filler meant to be used for body contouring, had been marketed as a temporary breast enlarger but its manufacturers have now discontinued it for such purposes. There are not thought to be safety concerns, but it […]
Rainbow On Your Plate Keeps You Healthy
By Olga Achou Filling your plate with colourful fruits and veggies doesn’t just make your plate look pretty – it also provides antioxidants and other health-enhancing vitamins and minerals. We get different nutrients from different foods, so eating a variety of produce in different colours is one of the easiest ways to ensure we’re getting […]
Our Most Hated Body Parts
No matter what your age, what your sex or how confident you are everyone has a part of their body they hate. Whether it’s boobs, bellys, noses, hair (or lack of it!), feet or ears there’s always a part of us that we wish we could change. But what are the most hated ‘bits’? A […]
Brits Still Love Cosmetic Surgery Show Stats
The economy may be shrinking but so are waistlines around the UK, in particular male ones. In spite of a climate of financial austerity and a burgeoning breast implant scandal over the last year, Britons have clearly not lost faith in the benefits of cosmetic surgery. Audit figures from the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic […]
The Best Sun Lotions, Summer Trends & Special Offers
Your free online magazine for April is now available to view! You won’t want to miss it’s review of the best sun lotions, a look at the hot summer trends and some exclusive cosmetic offers, including discounts on wrinkle relaxing. Click on the cover image to open it up in a new window. Enjoy!
SPRING SUMMER’S ETHNIC EDGE… By Carol Spenser, MD, Style Directions
SEE YOURSELF IN PRINT? Print trends this season have an ethnic edge. Tribal, Animal and Aztec influences are awash over everything from suit jackets to bangles. Organic browns, deep reds and earth tones are the most popular colours, although brights have their place too. Washed-out palettes tone down all-over prints on jeans and tailored trousers. […]