Reality TV shows such as “How to Look Ten Years Younger in Ten Days” has caused many people to become confused as to what is exactly involved in cosmetic surgery and what are the advantages/disadvantages associated with laser resurfacing. Although men & women have used cosmetic surgeries for many years to improve their aesthetic appearance, most of us do not know much detail about them. With TV as our main source of catching the latest information, there are still many points left untouched which you need to know.
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Wednesday, October 6th, 2010Acne Treatments
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
Acne treatments – the good news for acne sufferers
While it’s never good to suffer from acne, the good news is that specialist acne treatments have advanced significantly in recent years. Treating acne no longer needs to involve a guessing game to figure out which age-old acne myths are true or false. And skin therapy clinics now offer a wide range of treatments for mild to severe acne, targeting both the cause and the effects of the problem.
Today’s acne and acne scarring treatments are technologically advanced, using lasers, light and highly sensitive equipment to treat the surface and deeper layers of the skin. Most of the treatments are suitable for virtually anyone with acne or scarring problems, with only minimal side effects that heal quickly.
We’ve outlined some of the most effective acne treatment options below, with links to more details for each one. While some procedures are non-invasive, others involve more invasive techniques, and each is suited to slightly different situations. (more…)
Acne Myths Exposed – The truth about acne, causes and treatments
Friday, June 18th, 2010
Acne is one of the most common skin conditions in the world, and has made millions of people miserable, frustrated and self-conscious for centuries. It’s no surprise then that myths about acne abound, and really only serve to confuse acne sufferers about what’s causing their acne and what they can do about it.
Let us clear the air, and hopefully help you clear up some of your acne as well!
We’ve compiled our ‘Top 10 Acne Myths’ to set the record straight. To find out more about treatments for acne, go to the Ashley Centre’s Acne Treatment page.
Protect Your Skin From the Harshness of Winter
Monday, May 31st, 2010
As the season of winter arrives, we often forget about the importance of protecting our skin from the harsh winter realties. Throughout the summer months, most of us routinely follow the slip-slop-slap fundamentals that we get ingrained into our memory from a young age.
However, come winter and spring we often forget about the harm it can do to our skin. We leave our skin exposed to dangers such as high intensity winds and sun reflection, when what we need to remember is that even though there is a chill in air and the sky is overcast the sun might be doing irreversible damage.
Most of us do not know about the effects of ultra-violet (UV) radiation and so don’t change our routine skin-care products as the seasons change. The sun continuously emits UV rays, even on the greyest and cloudiest of days, and scientists consider these UV rays as one of the most harmful forms of radiation for humans. According to the Cancer Council, chances of skin cancer soars during winter and complete protection should be taken to minimise the risk.
Why are Professional Laser Centres more Expensive than Beauty Salons for Hair Reduction?
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010
Laser hair removal is fast gaining popularity due to the long lasting effects and convenience it places on your lives. The industry has seen a sharp rise of centres that claim to offer pain free treatment with 100% permanent hair removal at very cheap rates. But let’s face it, no clinic, no matter what strength or type of laser can ever guarantee 100% permanent hair removal.
Excessive sweating (hyperhydrosis) can be treated!
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
Excessive sweating, also called hyperhydrosis, affects about three percent of the population. Anyone who suffers from excessive underarm sweating knows it can be a very embarrassing problem that can have profound impacts on their social life, relationships with other people, confidence and self esteem, enjoyment of everyday activities, as well as impacting on their work life.
3 Common Anti Wrinkle Myths
Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009
For many, anti wrinkle injections are something of an enigma. We’ve all heard the Hollywood stories about it (who’s had it, and who hasn’t), but few of us actually know the details involved in the facial rejuvenation treatment. Worse yet, many of us hurt our chances of looking younger without invasive surgery because of our lack of understanding.
Here are three anti wrinkle injection myths that may be holding you back.
Laser Hair Reduction
Tuesday, October 20th, 2009
Australians spend more than $100 million on razors, $30 million for creams and waxes, and a few hundred million dollars on depilation at private clinics and with summer just around the corner now is the time when people start asking about hair removal. With so many methods out there at the moment, it is important for you to really understand your options before rushing into such a permanent decision.
So in this blog we will answer some common questions:
1. What is laser hair removal?
2. How is it done?
3. Who is suited to laser hair removal?
4. How many sessions will I need to see results?
