Breaktime Beauty Fixer

featured in Healthy Choice Magazine - 01/11/2008.

In a society where we increasingly feel we are only as good as we look it is no wonder that one million euro is spent on cosmetic surgery every week in Ireland. Words: Claire Doyle.

 As the beauty industry continues to change in Ireland and around the world, it is no surprise that more of us are opting for that perfect something, be it a dazzling smile, clearer vision or more youthful looks. Lucky for us, times have changed; cosmetic procedures do not necessarily mean a hospital bed, a scalpel and weeks of recovery; now you can enjoy a pain free procedure on your lunch break!

 These procedures aptly named "Lunchtime Surgery" range from Dermal Fillers to Microdermabrasion. There has been a huge increase in teeth whitening and laser eye surgery as well as laser hair removal and dermal fillers.

 What was once an industry that we viewed longingly from across the pond has now very much settled on our shores and even better it is very accessible now with most beauty salons in our local areas, offering some form of laser hair removal, thread vein removal and skin rejuvenation there is no reason why the one body we get shouldn't be fabulous.

New-Life B.E.A.M
The Retreat, a beauty Salon in the David Llyod Gym in Riverview, Clonskeagh are offering a very unique treatment to the public in the form of New-Life which is a dynamic and cost-effective new system from Israel employing B.E.A.M. (Bio Electrical Acceleration Management). and offering a wide range of applications including Circumferential Reduction. Skin Tightening, Breast and Buttock Tones, Body Slimming & Contouring, Acupuncture and Acne Clearance.

 This system is easy to use, compact and lightweight and treatment is fast and effective. The experience offered is as close to natural bio electrical process that we do in the gym. One happy customer admitted "After three sessions with new life I cancelled my gym membership. I can't believe how tight my muscles feel. I have never felt more fit in my life" Call 01-2189621.  

JetPeel Mesotherapy Treatment
River Medical Group, which is located at 114 Lr Baggot Street, has just introduced JetPeel Mesotherapy Treatment to Ireland.This is a natural but revolutionary treatment that improves the condition and texture of the skin, unclogs pores and results in fresher and younger looking skin There are no needles involved and the treatment is virtually painless.

JetPeel Mesotherapy Treatment is exclusive to River Medical Group. Over €2 million has been invested in the clinic, which offers the most comprehensive mix of surgical and non-surgical procedures available in Ireland.

 JetPeel uses nature's simplest elements – air, oxygen, saline solution - and other optional vitamins delivered to the skin at high pressure to imbue it with a radiant glow. The treatment unclogs pores and removes any debris by exfoliating, hydrating. oxygenating, deep cleansing and improving the micro-circulation with solution enriching ingredients such as nutrients, vitamins and minerals.The exfoliation and nourishment of the skin is further enhanced with Vitamins or Glycolic acid. The absorption of these substances through the skin is called Mesotherapy.

The pressure of the high speed jet facilitates hydration, cleansing and purifying of the treated area and opens up access to the skin's inner layers, allowing for deeper penetration and the introduction of vitamin, anti-aging and other solutions.

The treatment at River Medical Group takes just 40 minutes and offers a remarkably effective non-surgical, facial rejuvenation treatment with fast, satisfying results. JetPeel is used to treat a variety of skin conditions including anti-aging, acne, dull skin. psoriasis, rosacea. stretch marks and scars. www.rivermedical.ie.

Tel: 1850 88 50 50

Liftmassage
Liftmassage is a 100% natural collagen activator of the face, neck and decollete which restores skin resilience and elasticity. The treatment is specifically designed to prevent and decelerate the aging process, without injections or surgery.

Liftmassage by Endermologie is exclusive to River Medical Group. Liftmassage increases the production of elastin and collagen to ease away lines and wrinkles, treat baggy and puffy eyes, restore skin firmness, erase a double chin and produce a long-lasting glowing complexion.

There are three different progammes designed to address different skin conditions: A Slow Lift helps drain the 'watery' tissues while eliminating baggy eyes and reducing dark circles. A Speed Lift restores loose, wrinkled skin and revives a dull, tired complexion while a High Speed Lift helps treat anti-aging and produces an intensive stimulation of the fibroblasts rebooting elastin fibres and collagen production. www.rivermedical.ie.   Tel: 1850 885 050

Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is a rapid, yet gentle way of removing unwanted hair, and is medically proven to give you permanent hair reduction. The visible light source used in this treatment procedure is attracted to melanin, which is the pigment found in hair. Because the light is attracted to dark colours, the darker the hair the more effective the treatment.The melanin absorbs the light causing a heat reaction in the hair follicle destroying the hair and rendering it unable to produce new hair. So ladies, click on www.rathgarlaserandbeauty.ie for an end to a wax on a Saturday morning!

Thread Vein Removal
Thread veins are extremely common and sometimes embarrassing. mostly affecting the face, body and legs. The causes of thread veins are unknown although they may be caused by changes in temperature. smoking, hormonal changes, alcohol and prolonged standing as well as being a possible inherited condition. A laser light is absorbed by the blood inside the vein.This heats up the wall of the vein which collapses, and the vein then dissolves. Check out www.dundrumclinic.com

Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a skin-freshening technique that helps repair facial skin that takes a beating from the sun and the effects of ageing. Medical microdermabrasion offers a modern, virtually painless alternative to chemical and laser peels.The operator uses a device like a fine sandblaster to spray tiny crystals across the face, mixing gentle abrasion with suction to remove the dead, outer layer of skin. As with other skin rejuvenation techniques, more than one treatment may be needed to reduce or remove fine wrinkles and unwanted pigmentation. Users of this treatment include Madonna. Gwyneth Paltrow and even Jude Law.

For more information check out In Vogue Beauty Salon in Blackrock on 01-2888880 or Rathgar Beauty and User Clinic on 01 497 6434 who are offering a special deal on Microdermabrasion this month.