Q, My face looks like a desert these days, extremely dry with the cold wind at this time of year, combined with the central heating being on constantly. Despite using skin-care religiously, I feel it looks drier than ever and looks dull and tired. I don't want Botox or fillers but is there anything else that can be done to give my complexion a healthy glow?
Magda Hill Hull
A, Yes, dry skin can be a massive problem, particularly during winter, for all of the reasons you have mentioned.
A very efficient way to address your issue would be mesotherapy for the face; this entails tiny multiple injections that only penetrate the skin by a few millimeters. During the process, nutrients such as enzymes and vitamins that are necessary for the skin cells’ healthy function are injected into the skin.
The result is glowing, healthy-looking skin, that lasts for several months. You can use your usual skin-care products in conjunction with mesotherapy too.
Q. I am so bored with lip fillers as I seem to be constantly in and out of the clinic having top-ups. Is there anything that’s longer-lasting? Currently, I am having them done every three months?
Diana Heart Preston
A. Thank you for your message. Lip fillers have been, until now, the only way to maintain fuller lips. We are delighted to inform you that we now have a new line of threads, specifically designed for lips.
The technique is new, and as the threads dissolve over time in the lip tissue, the volume is maintained for up to 12 months and even longer.
Q, I have been having PDO threads done now for a few years, it stimulates the collagen in my face and helps to lift it a little.
The lifting effect however, is somewhat minimal and I would like something more prominent. I do not want a full facelift, any ideas on how I can achieve better results?
Pauline Mason Liverpool
A. Threads are a good way to maintain the facial contours and to give your face a youthful appearance.
We would suggest that before your next thread lift, you should have a consultation with our doctor.
Threads are best combined (and will give you a better effect) with fillers, in specific areas of the face, or indeed, when combined with HIFU (Skin tightening procedure using ultrasonic waves).
Either way, our doctor will be able to advise you on the best option. Please feel free to book a consultation. By combining therapies and treatments, you will be able to achieve a longer-lasting, lifting effect.