Focal hyperhidrosis, characterized by excessive sweating of the forehead, axilla, palms, or soles, is believed to affect approximately 1% of the population.

It’s a condition which can cause significant social discomfort and distress. And in severe cases can even lead to skin maceration.

Up until recently surgery was the only truly effective option for sufferers. But anti-wrinkle injections are now proving a far more popular, non-surgical option.

Treatment for excessive sweating under the armpits is the most common area for treatment.

For first time patients the problem areas are mapped using a natural dye (iodine) and corn starch. Anti-wrinkle is then injected into the marked areas of both armpits.

Cellulite is the result of fat cells in the deepest layer of skin protruding up through the tissue causing the dimples and the “cottage cheese” effect. While there is no permanent cure for cellulite, the new Vellashape breakthrough treatment is the most effective option available to date.

In as few as 4 treatments Vellashape will contour, shape, and slim your body, dramatically reducing visible signs of cellulite.

The unique ‘Elos’ technology precisely targets and heats the fatty tissues to reduce volume. It’s a three part process in which radio frequencies, infrared light energy and a mechanical vacuum massage work to both smooth the skin and deliver safe and efficient heat energy. This process helps metabolise the fat cells and stimulates lymphatic drainage – shrinking the cellulite. Vellashape can be used on any area of the body – including the abdomen, buttocks, thigh and neck. Results from the treatment include;

Gradual smoothing of skin’s surface and

• A reduction of the visible signs of cellulite
• Circumferential reduction and noticeable reshaping of the treated areas.

In a recent clinical study, 85% of the treated areas showed reduced circumference. In the thighs, for example, reported losses ranged from at least 1 cm.

Most patients describe the treatment as similar to a warm deep tissue massage, though treatments are customised to minimise any discomfort. It is also normal to experience a warm sensation for a few hours after treatment.

From the very first treatment patients will notice the treated skin surface feels smoother, firmer and tighter. For more dramatic cellulite reduction we generally recommend between 6 to 8 thirty minute treatments followed by shorter sessions on a yearly basis to maintain the improved appearance.

Combined with a healthy diet and exercise régime the results will not disappoint.

Daily exposure to sun and routine household chores can accelerate the ageing process: the skin becomes thinner, “age spots” and unsightly pigmentation appears and the youthful fat layer diminishes, exposing veins and creating a “guttering” effect.

Using a simple combination of dermal fillers and Intense Pulse Light therapy (IPL) hands can now be rejuvenated in much the same way we treat the face.

By injecting the new superfine and soft dermal fillers skin quality and volume is restored from within, reducing the “veiny” appearance and making aged hands appear younger and more hydrated.

Most patients require 2 separate sessions and a yearly top up.

One to two sessions of IPL treatment may also be needed to improve the skin tone and reduce and even erase any surface imperfections caused by ageing and sun damage.

Today, the notion 'the hands don’t lie' is no longer true.