Not loving that cellulite on your thighs but don’t know what to do about it? Dr A Bolin runs through the treatment options to see which ones really work. Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed dimpling of the skin on your buttocks or thighs? You are not alone. Most women, even very fit thin women, have cellulite and it can be a major concern, affecting self-esteem. Not surprisingly there are a host of products and treatments ranging from massages to invasive procedures which claim to banish cellulite. Although no treatment at present is a permanent solution, the…
What is it HIFU? HIFU is a non-surgical, non-invasive facelift. It is said that HIFU is a revolutionary alternative to going under the knife. It can lift and tone the face, neck and area around the eyes resulting in a natural uplift which proponents claim can take years off your face. It is known as the treatment that they say keeps on giving: initially gain may be small but over time the skin continues to tighten and improves in texture as it promotes collagen production. It is also known as Ultherapy – the difference is the manufacturers name for their machine.…
No scalpel, needle or scars. Helen Garston compares three of the most common non-surgical fat busting techniques. No matter how much we exercise or diet, we are often left with areas of fat, which simply won’t budge. Previously the only option to get rid of those bulges was liposuction – a surgical procedure that meant down time. Now, technology has presented us with a myriad of choices of non-surgical interventions – but how do they work and are they any better than their surgical counterpart? So, what’s on offer? 1.Fat freezing (Cryoliopolysis) What is it? Cryoliopolysis or fat freezing –…
