Changes to Advertising for Cosmetic Clinics
At Cosmetics By Briony, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional aesthetic treatments tailored to enhance your natural beauty. Experience a luxurious atmosphere and personalised service that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and confident. We price ourselves on being a responsible aesthetic clinic, we understand the importance of following guidelines and procedures to ensure our clients receive the best possible care. That's why we are making changes to our website, social media, and advertising content in support of the recent guidance provided by the TGA regarding the advertising of cosmetic injectables. Our experienced professionals are dedicated to providing you with the best possible care and ensuring that all procedures are performed safely and responsibly.
Volume Loss, Shape & Contour Treatment
Description of Treatment
A comprehensive consultation is required to discuss the client's concerns, expectations and suitability of treatment. At this point, a full facial assessment is performed with the client's consent. As a clinician, we must speak to the ageing factors and plan how we can achieve natural-looking results. with non-surgical aesthetic treatment options.
What Causes Facial Volume Loss?
Many factors contribute to volume loss, ageing factors affect bone, muscle and fat and skin. We lose Collagen which is responsible for providing skin with firmness, while elastin provides the skin's ability to recall and take back shape. Hormonal changes also affect our ageing and skin health.
Fat Resorption: Over time, the fat pads shrink which contributes to the hollowing of temples and cheeks.
Bone Density Loss: A reduction in bone density is another factor contributing to facial volume loss. Thinning bones can alter the underlying support structure of the face, leading to sagging skin and a loss of fullness.
Solar Damage: accelerates the breakdown of collagen and elastin, and the quality of the skin.
Genetics and lifestyle also affect volume and skin quality. When we assess holistically for these changes, we can then tailor a plan to replace and mimic the natural underlying structures. Providing a rejuvenating effect.
This can be done over a series of visits to ensure a natural-looking result.
Skin Laxity
At Cosmetics By Briony, we understand that the complexity of Skin laxity and sagging of the skin is caused by a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors that lead to a breakdown of the skin’s structure and elasticity.
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Common causes of changes to skin laxity
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Changes in Collagen and Elastin
Collagen and elastin are two proteins that provide structure, support, and elasticity to the skin. As we age, our body’s production of these proteins slows down, leading to thinner, less resilient skin. This reduction in collagen and elastin is the primary cause of skin laxity.
Collagen helps the skin maintain its firmness, while elastin gives it the ability to stretch and bounce back. With age, the decrease in these proteins results in a lack of firmness and the development of sagging skin.
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Sun Exposure (Photoaging)
UV rays from the sun can break down collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. This process, called photoaging, accelerates skin aging, causing it to lose its firmness, texture, and elasticity much faster than it would from intrinsic aging alone.
Sun damage also leads to the formation of free radicals, which are unstable molecules that damage skin cells and contribute to premature aging and laxity.
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Hormonal Changes
Hormones, particularly estrogen, play a significant role in maintaining skin elasticity. As women age, particularly during menopause, the decline in estrogen levels contributes to reduced collagen production, which in turn leads to skin laxity.
Men also experience a decrease in testosterone levels as they age, which can similarly affect collagen and elastin levels in the skin.
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Weight Loss or Fluctuation
Significant weight loss, especially rapid or dramatic weight loss, can cause the skin to lose its elasticity and sag because the skin may not contract quickly enough to adjust to the smaller body size.
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Smoking
Smoking can accelerate the breakdown of collagen and elastin, leading to sagging skin. The toxins in cigarettes, along with the repetitive facial movements involved in smoking (like pursing the lips), can contribute to the loss of skin firmness and elasticity.
Smoking also reduces blood flow to the skin, depriving it of oxygen and essential nutrients, which further weakens skin structure.
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Genetics
Genetics play a major role in how our skin ages. Some people are genetically predisposed to maintain firmer skin for longer, while others may naturally experience skin laxity earlier in life. Factors like skin type, collagen production, and skin thickness are all influenced by genetic makeup.
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Poor Diet and Nutritional Deficiencies
A lack of essential nutrients in the diet, such as vitamin C, vitamin A, zinc, and protein, can impair the skin’s ability to produce collagen and maintain elasticity.
Dehydration can also lead to the skin appearing more lax, as hydrated skin is plump and firm. Without enough hydration, skin can look saggy and less supple.
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Sleep Deprivation
Chronic lack of sleep can lead to increased cortisol (a stress hormone) levels, which can break down collagen and elastin in the skin over time. Poor sleep also impacts the body’s natural repair processes, slowing down the regeneration of skin cells and contributing to skin aging.
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Environmental Stressors
In addition to UV rays, environmental pollutants like air pollution and harsh weather (extreme cold or heat) can damage the skin’s structure and accelerate the loss of collagen and elastin, leading to sagging.
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Facial Movements and Muscle Atrophy
Over time, repetitive facial movements, such as squinting, frowning, or smiling, can contribute to skin laxity by creating grooves and wrinkles, particularly in areas like the forehead, eyes, and mouth. Additionally, muscle atrophy in the face, particularly the loss of fat in the cheeks and temples, can create a hollow, sagging appearance.
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Inflammatory Skin Conditions
Conditions like acne, eczema, or rosacea can cause inflammation that damages the skin’s structure, leading to a loss of elasticity and potential sagging. Over time, constant inflammation can weaken the skin's ability to regenerate and maintain its tightness.
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Treatment Recommendationsfor Skin Laxity
At Cosmetics by Briony, we specialise in a variety of non-surgical treatment options designed to effectively address skin laxity. Our skin tightening treatments are to help you achieve a youthful and rejuvenated appearance. Experience the confidence that comes with firmer, smoother skin as we guide you on your journey to radiant beauty. Discover how our innovative solutions can transform your skincare routine today.
Non Surgical Treatment Options
Experience the future of skincare with our groundbreaking regenerative and restorative treatments designed to combat skin laxity. Our innovative solutions promote skin firmness and elasticity, helping you achieve a youthful and revitalized appearance. Discover the transformative power of our advanced therapies and embrace a new of confidence in your skin.
RF Skin Tightening
RF skin tightening utilises radio frequency energy to stimulate the deeper layers of the skin, promoting healthier collagen and elastin production. This innovative treatment helps enhance skin firmness and, leading to a more youthful appearance. Experience the benefits of RF technology for a revitalized and smoother skin texture. Embrace a more confident you with this effective skin rejuvenation solution.