Month: June 2013

Is The Vampire Facelift (PRP) Right For You?

What Is A Vampire Facelift?

 

The vampire facelift (PRP) is a non-surgical procedure that involves the re-injection of PRFM (platelet rich fibrin matrix) that is derived from the patient’s own blood, hence the name, back into the skin in the patients facial area to rejuvenate the skin.

Recently this treatment has been made famous by Kim Kardashian who was quoted as saying ‘I love trying anything that makes you look and feel youthful,’.

Why Should I Get A Vampire Facelift?

If you are showing any of these typical signs of aging then this treatment is for you:

1.  Your face has a grey tinge to it due to a lack of blood flow in the facial area.

2. Your facial shape appears more droopy as the muscle and collagen are decreasing in the skin

3. You have fine and course wrinkles

4. Your skin is lacking elasticity

5. Thinning of the dermis

6. Pigmentation asymmetries

There are other types of treatments to rejuvenate the face so why should you choose the Vampire Facelift apart from it has a really cool sounding name?

The main and key reason is that the procedure uses the patients own blood meaning that the treatment is 100% natural and safe. Surgery is one option that can have some pretty impressive results but it is usually a bit excessive for what is usually needed and has risks associated with it.

Who Should Get The Treatment?

The Vampire Facelift is ideal for anyone who would like to:

•  Regain their youthful appearance

• Improve the texture, colour and look of their skin

• Reduce/remove fine line and wrinkles

• Improve skin tone.

How Does The Treatment Work?

Step 1

Firstly the physician will use a Hyaluronic Filler to fashion a more youthful appearance whilst keeping the shape of the face natural.

Step 2

The physician then extracts blood from the patient – around 2 teaspoons. Using a centrifuge the platelets are isolated from the blood in around 10 to 15 minutes. These platelets are then activated to cause the release from the platelets of at least 8 growth factors that is normally used to heal damaged tissue.

Step 3

Finally Numbing cream is applied to the patients face and with a small needle the extracted growth factors are injected back into the facial area. This is where the magic happens – the growth factors activate multipotent stem cells that are already located in the skin and trick them into thinking that there has been a facial injury and that new tissue should be created. As a result these stem cells develop new collagen, blood vessels and fatty tissue to repair your skin that was never damaged. Clever huh?

 

Game Of Thrones Hair Tutorials

Spoiler Alert: If you are not up-to-date with Game Of Throne (Season 3) and you don’t want to spoil the story then read no further.

Game Of Thrones Over For Another Year

So the moment we have all been dreading has finally arrived, Game of Thrones has come to an end for its third season and what a season it has been. Game of Thrones had us from the very first episode and we have addicted ever since…seriously mark my words there will be a medical condition attributed to it soon as many around the world will be feeling the withdrawal symptoms now that we cannot get our fix…well at least for another year anyway. The show unlike many of the poor quality TV programs aired currently actually makes you care for its characters, when they are happy so are we and when they die we grieve. Oh and as we know Game of Thrones is not scared of killing off main characters – however this unpredictability is a breath of fresh air for TV viewers as one moment you convince yourself you have figured out the plot only for it to throw you a curve ball. Although did they really have to kill off Eddard? Really?

The show certainly isn’t lacking in the beauty department with characters such as Daenerys, Cersei, Sansa and Margaery Tyrell. But how do these woman look so good? Below you can find a set of tutorials that guide you though styling your hair like your favorite Game Of Thones character.

Daenerys

The mother of dragons is arguably the most beautiful woman on the show. She is the sole child survivor of King Aerys II Targaryen (the mad king). With 3 dragons at her disposal this is not a women you want to mess with.

Style 1:

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Catelyn Stark

Catelyn is a strong woman who is wife to Lord Eddard Stark and Lady of Winterfell. She is a devoted mother and is very protective of her children.

 

Arya Stark

Arya is the youngest daughter of Catelyn Stark and is fiercely independent. She can often be seen wielding her sword named needle.

 

Sansa Stark

Sansa is the eldest daughter of Catelyn and Eddard Stark. She was once wed to King Joffery but now finds herself the wife of Tyrion Lannister following an arranged marriage by his father, Tywin.

 

Margaery Tyrell

Daughter of Lady Alerie Tyrell, Magaery is the widow of King Renly Baratheon. She currently is wed to King Joffery.

 

Cersei Lannister

Last but certainly not least Cersei. Widow of Robert Baratheon and Queen Regent of the seven kingdoms Cersei has a child named Joffery who currently resides on the Iron throne. However his claim to the throne is false due to him being the product of Cersei’s incestuous relationship with her bother Jamie (king slayer).

Youtube Videos Credited to https://www.youtube.com/user/silvousplaits?feature=watch

 

 

Laser Hair Removal – Before, During And After

As I am writing this the sun is shining brightly through the window, creating a magical animated pattern of light as the blinds gently sway in the wind. The birds can be heard singing outside and U2’s it’s a beautiful day is playing on the radio.

Summer is starting to awaken from its long hibernation and thoughts of summer holidays and days on the beach start to flood the mind. It’s that time of year to dig out them shorts and the bikinis from somewhere deep in your wardrobe and prepare for the warm months ahead. Suddenly the realisation kicks in; you have been a little bit lazy and have neglected your legs over the winter months and have not kept your pins in pristine condition. Don’t worry this is easily done and we won’t judge you but it’s time to do something about it. You can’t very well walk along the beach with furry legs now can you? It’s time to turn on that laptop or pick up the phone and book a laser hair removal appointment.

Laser Hair Removal

There are 3 main stages to your laser hair removal treatment. Obviously the main one is the actual laser hair removal itself but the preparation and aftercare are just as important.

Below I will run through the 3 stages and what you should and shouldn’t do before, during and after your laser hair removal treatment.

Preparation

Prior to your laser hair removal appointment you should:

1. Avoid Tanning…yes that means the sun bed too.

2. Avoid waxing or plucking for around 2-4 weeks.

3. A day or two before your treatment you should shave the area that you want to have treated. The hair follicles should be present however longer hairs can be more painful to treat.

4. Clean the area that you are having treated – this especially includes removing any cosmetics, creams and body lotion. (this can be done the night before and the morning of the treatment)

During The Appointment

During the appointment you should:

1. Make sure you are wearing clothing that will leave the treated area exposed or are very loose fitting. (otherwise it’s time to strip off).

2. If you are worried about pain speak to your laser clinician as they will be able to apply a topical aesthetic cream that will numb any pain.

3. Make sure to wear the protective eye goggles.(We know they don’t look very cool but safety is of top priority)

After The Appointment

After the appointment:

1. It is recommended sun cream is applied for 4 weeks after on areas exposed to sunlight

2. Try to avoid irritating the treated area by shaving, waxing, plucking and bleaching directly after the treatment.

3. Keep area clean to avoid any infection

4. Around a week after the laser hair removal treatment you should begin exfoliating the surface of the skin. This will remove any hairs as the body begins to push out the dead hair follicles.

That’s it, it really couldn’t be any more simpler. Book your appointment today and make sure you have perfectly smooth skin ready for the summer.