The skin is like a map and can show you what is happening internally within your body. For example, if breakouts are noticed along the jaw line, this can be an indication of stress. Breakouts on the cheaks usually refer to digestion problems - whether it's intolerance to a certain food or a change in diet. Acne on the forehead can mean that a person is not drinking enough water. Breakouts on the chin area are usually in relation to hormonal changes within the body. When it comes to treatments and products, there are so many available it can be difficult to know which ones to use. One shall be aware that professional products and treatments will always give a better result as the formulation and ingredients used are more advanced and the activity levels are higher too, giving a better result in the skin: professionally developed products and treatments have had the research and time spent to ensure the best results are achieved. Occasional breakouts can effectively be kept under control by specifically developed Line A products from the 'Dr Belter' professional cosmetic range. It is also recommended to have a sebum control facial with extraction once a month to make sure that the pores are unblocked and the skin "breaths" without the sebum accumulating and causing the bacteria to multiply resulting in acne. There are two other ways of boosting the ability of the skin to regulate the sebum, to minimise the pores and to prevent breakouts - superficial peels: one is mechanical, such as Microdermabrasion, which you can take on an advanced level by having a course of those performed with 10 days gap between the sessions followed by home care products from Crystal Clear range; and the other one is chemical, such as Obagi Blue Peel Radiance based on salisylic acid, which can be done as a one-off treatment or, if necessary, repeated with 3 weeks intervals. Persistent breakouts, especially for the younger patients, can be treated with a non-prescriptive medication, such as Obagi CLENZIderm system. In more severe cases, a more aggressive approach can be applied with the prescriptive medication, such as Obagi Nu-Derm system, which would require a consultation with a specialist. Please, CALL US 0207 283 5800 or email if you have more questions.

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Muscle Relaxing Treatments As They Are Muscle Relaxing Treatments are often associated with botox - a protein complex that is produced by Clostridium botolinum, which is the same bacterium that causes food poisoning. This is the very reason why botox information is necessary for all those who would want to undergo the procedure. When used in medical settings and in small doses, botox injections block acetylcholine, a chemical that signals muscle contraction. This interference on certain muscles results in smoothed out, fine lines and wrinkle reduction. Thus, you automatically look more radiant and fresh. However, Botox injections are not only used for wrinkle reduction, but also have a variety of other uses. Since the botulinum toxin also suppresses nerve activity that leads to sweating, this is also an effective treatment for excessive sweating of underarms, pulms and feet, a condition known as hyperhidrosis. This type of treatment has become popularly known as sweatox. Botox injections are also used to treat painful muscular spastic disorders such as myofascial pain syndrome and cervical dystonia. They are also effective in treating blepharospasm, a chronic condition that involves recurrent spastic tics of the eyelids. Lastly, there appears to be a rising trend in using Botox for migraines and other types of headaches, but this would often entail weekly injections for sustained effects. The efficacy of Botox injections, as well as the occurrence of adverse events, will depend on the expertise of the persons administering the injections. When choosing to undergo Botox therapy, do not rely on the Botox price but rather, ensure that the establishments performing these procedures have an excellent reputation and proficient, qualified cosmetic doctors.

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"Pampers with Champers" article originally from Delicious Magazine Friday, 16 July, 2010 Supping bubbly is an opulent way to relax, but the Body Silk Aesthetic Clinic goes one step further and adds it to a luxurious Champagne facial, discovers Debra Waters. pamper with champers at body silk london Champers is drunk by the gallon in the historically decadent City and now a basement spa at Monument is adding it to beauty treatments – but for good reason. After relaxing with a glass of champagne (or grape juice if you don’t fancy the hard stuff) Magda, my friendly therapist, explains how it works. The clinic uses Dr Belter – a little-known company in the UK although well established in its native Germany. Products are 95-100% natural and include ingredients such as sea algae. Now for the science bit: OPCs are plant-based bioflavonoid complexes that act as foragers in the body mopping up free radicals that damage skin. The antioxidant properties in grape seeds have been shown to offer benefits including an improvement to skin health. I need to lie down after that explanation and stretch out half-expecting a standard, booze-soaked treatment, but the one-and-a-half hour session turns out to be much more than just a facial. After a 10 minute back massage, Magda removes my make-up and gives a mini micro dermabrasion to smooth skin, reduce facial discolouration and help the cream penetrate more deeply. Alcohol is dehydrating but only a dash of real Champagne is mixed in with the OPC ampoule, the content of which is activated by the bubbles. Only decent Brut champagne works: sweet, Cava or Prosecco won’t do. champagne facial at body silk clinic london Once my face is swathed in a velvety unguent I’m given a spine-tingling head and shoulder massage, then the remaining cream is gently applied using a special fan brush massage technique followed by a heavenly face massage. This is undoubtedly the most relaxing facial I’ve had. It’s sumptuous, soothing and indulgent and made my skin glow. Good for all skin types, the treatment works to protect connective tissue, enhance blood flow and improve the nutrient supply to the skin. Even though you can smell the alcohol it’s not unpleasant and the fragranced lotion ensures that you don’t reek like you’ve spent the night in a pub lock-in. It’s also very reasonably priced considering you get a facial, head, back and face massage and a glass of champers. There’s also a caviar facial that uses the real thing, which is good for capillaries as well as protecting against pollution. Either would make a lovely gift to yourself, for a friend, or (listen up, gentlemen) a perfect present for your other half. The Champagne facial costs £85 for 75 minutes.

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Our skin is daily exposed to various damaging elements, including UVA and UVB radiation. UVA rays penetrate the connective tissue beneath the skin and damage elastin fibers, collagen fibers, cause skin pigmentation and wrinkling, as well as increase the risk of skin cancer. UVB rays cause tanning, sunburns and skin cancer. Studies have shown that exposure to the sun is one of the main causes of premature aging of the skin and changes to its condition and suppleness. In the past few years an increasing number of academic research studies have been done to check and understand the sunscreen’s effectiveness not only in preventing sun burns and skin redness but also in regards to premature aging of the skin and skin cancers. A recent research, the world-first human study to assess the impact of sunscreen at the molecular level, has shown that sunscreen creams help protect the p53 gene that is responsible for protecting our skin from cancer. Do you use sunblock products? If so, which ones and how often?

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