The Best Ways to Combat Unwanted Ageing!
Those 'character' lines can be cute, but as time goes by, these friendly fine lines can really age the overall appearance of your skin. It can become a recipe for disaster when you add a little unprotected sun exposure from your teen years, a dash of environmental pollution and a side order of lifestyle stress in the mix. You know what I mean, all that daily exposure you just cannot avoid.
So what is the best way to combat unwanted dark spots, uneven skin texture, pesky fine lines and set in wrinkles? What really is the secret to recapturing that youthful glow?
With an eye for detail and a more conservative approach to cosmetic medicine, Dr Sarah Freilich draws on her decades of medical experience to give confidence back to thousands of patients every year. We turned to our resident cosmetic injector to dish the dirt on the fool-proof skin treatment plans that actually work, to strip years off your appearance.
Q. What have you found to be the best treatments for real anti-ageing results?
A. You simply cannot beat injectables to fast track your way to a more youthful complexion. Results are visible quickly, in the form of line reduction or by subtly topping up areas that have lost natural volume, and downtime is minimal or non-existent. But the skin itself also needs to be healthy too, that really is key.
Q. How should patients prepare their skin before undergoing injectable treatments?
A. It actually doesn't take much. If you can work on preventing skin damage, correct those early signs of ageing and protect the results, then your anti-wrinkle injections and fillers will be that much more effective in overall results. Think of it as protecting your investment in yourself.
Q. What is your best piece of advice for people in their 20's to help future-proof their skin?
A. Wear a good quality SPF daily, no matter what. You have the benefit of time on your hands to prevent skin damage. Look for a broad spectrum product like the SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Defense SPF50 and back it up with a potent antioxidant serum like Phloretin CF to keep free radical damage at bay. And don't feel the need to overcomplicate things, but invest in quality over quantity when it comes to skincare.
Q. Is it ever too late to jump on the anti-ageing skincare and injectable train?
A. It never ceases to amaze me the level of renewed confidence and sense of self-worth that comes about from a really subtle treatment. I'm talking about a slight brow lift, softening crows feet or gentle volume replacement in areas that have a deficit like the cheeks. It is never too late and always boils down to a conservative approach in hand with top-notch skincare to prolong results.
Q. Can a patient opt to have fillers or injectables without the addition of skincare?
A. Absolutely they can! But more often than not, they will be back sooner than they need to be. It's like buying a race car but not filling the tank with fuel, it simply limits potential results.
Q. What is the ultimate anti-ageing treatment plan if money is no object?
A. It actually isn't dollar-based, it all comes down to a prescriptive and personalised treatment plan, both in the clinic and at home. No two skins are the same and everyone ages differently, so my role is to conservatively enhance the best features and soften any areas of concern. If you can do your homework with targeted treatment serums, SPF and resurfacing services then you're likely to prolong my results and feel very satisfied.
Q. In your opinion, what is THE best way to achieve long-lasting anti-ageing results?
A. Commit to yourself with an integrated plan that incorporates good skin preparation, injectable treatments and in-clinic maintenance. Unwanted sun damage, uneven skin texture and a devitalised skin appearance remain after injectables have kicked in. This is why a combined vitamin C, vitamin A, hydration and skin resurfacing regime will elevate results for longer. I can smooth lines and wrinkles or plump the skin where it needs it, but I encourage patients to elevate their results with a course of peels, microdermabrasion, collagen inducing skin needling or LED.
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