Dr Hayder Ria is an established GP and clinical leader in Northwest London. He completed his medical degree from UCL with distinction in 2011 and qualified as a GP in 2016. Dr Ria has a passion for injectable cosmetic treatments and has established clinics in Ealing, Kensington and Harley Street. He has undertaken numerous advanced and master-class training in wrinkle reduction and dermal filler treatments with various aesthetic specialists in London. He further developed his skills under the guidance of an established oral surgeon in Ealing, where he currently runs one of his clinics. He now combines the different injecting…
Do you know who’s injecting you? According to a Save Face report on botched cosmetic procedures most people don’t and the results can be devastating. Fiona Clark reports. In the UK there are no regulations governing who can inject Botox or fillers. This means anyone – a plumber, hairdresser, your mum’s best friend’s mechanic – can all pick up a needle and stick it in your face claiming they can make you look better. With social media flooded with images of precious pouts and frownless faces, the perception is that these are procedures that are easy to perform…
Healthy skin is great but having a healthy smile is a must if you want to look your best. But there’s more to it than simply brushing. Dr Leo Averginos shares his top tips. Our skin gets a lot of attention, but that’s only part of the story when it comes to looking healthy. Our smile – and our teeth – need attention too. But it doesn’t have to be onerous – some simple steps can make a huge difference. Brushing – Tools and Technique No surprises on that recommendation! Or are there? Surprisingly, there is more to…
Can a lip gloss really plump your pout? Dr Zara Kassam PhD finds out how they work and what they can do for your lips. Just like bold brows, fuller lips look like they’re here to stay. A plump pout is on almost everyone’s wish list and let’s face it, social media is full of them. But do you have to have an injection of fillers to get them? The answer is no, there are less invasive alternatives. The question is though – what’s in them, how do they work – or do they work at all – and how long will…
Considering having lip fillers and are after a natural look? Dr Rupert Critchley of Viva Skin Clinics talks us through how he approaches the procedure. We visited our SKINtellectual Dr Rupert at his Harley Street clinic to see his approach to lip enhancement and how he achieves an impressive but natural looking result. He explains how he assesses each patient and how important the technique of injecting is. He also talks about how facial structure changes with weight loss and explains why it’s best to get to your stable weight before you have any cheek or lip filling procedures. While lip fillers…
Everything you ever wanted to know about fillers but were afraid to ask: Harley Street Emporium SKINtellectual and Aesthetic Nurse Elizabeth Rimmer explains. If you are considering having fillers to enhance your cheeks or give your fact a lift there are various things you should consider before you make an appointment. Harley Street Emporium visited aesthetic nurse, Elizabeth Rimmer, at her London Professional Aesthetics clinic where she explained what fillers are, what they can be used for and how to keep a natural look. A veteran of the aesthetics profession, Elizabeth explains that in general there are very few contraindications…
Harley Street Emporium is a website where you can find skincare products, a doctor, find information on perimenopause and menopause, women’s health, and skincare. We feature the best anti-aging skin care products and the best acne products as well as information on how to treat various skin conditions. Consumers can also book with some of the UK’s best menopause doctors, plastic surgeons, dermatologists and aesthetic practitioners. Harley Street Emporium features editorially independent information about skin care, skin conditions, and treatments. The site also features a glossary of ingredients telling consumers what each one does and if there are any safety…
