What is Laser tattoo removal? Laser tattoo removal is the use of The Q Switched Nd:YAG type of laser technology to remove unwanted tattoos. How Does Laser tattoo removal Work? The laser is applied to the tattooed area of the skin, and the light is selectively absorbed by the tattoo ink particles, which absorb…
What is Hyperpigmentation? Hyperpigmentation is the darkening of an area of skin caused by increased production of the natural pigment in the skin (melanin). What is laser treatment for Hyperpigmentation? The Q Switched Nd:YAG is a type of laser technology used in treating both superficial and deep skin discoloration. How does Q-switched Nd:YAG laser treatment work?…
What is Laser hair removal? Laser hair removal is the process of removing unwanted hair by means of exposure to pulses of laser light that destroys the hair follicle. How does it work? Laser hair removal works by sending the light of a laser through the pigment in the hair. This (light) converts to heat…
What is Fractional Radiofrequency? Fractional Radio Frequency is a non surgical skin resurfacing treatment that visibly tightens your skin and reduces the signs of ageing. How does it work? The treatment uses tiny pins…
What are Botox Injections? BOTOX, Xeomin, Dysport are brand names of a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. They are approved for the treatment of frown lines on the forehead, crow’s feet (lines around the eye), and wrinkles. How does Botox work? Botulinum toxin blocks the signal from the nerve to the muscles. The…
What are dermal fillers? Dermal fillers are substances injected underneath the skin to help to diminish facial lines and restore volume and fullness in the face. What are the benefits of dermal fillers? At our clinic, we use dermal fillers for various reasons such as, To restore volume to the face by filling lines and…
THE CARBONDIOXIDE (CO2) LASER VAGINAL REJUVENATION. What is CO2 Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation? C02 laser vaginal rejuvenation is a non-surgical procedure done to restore vaginal health, by promoting the remodeling of the vaginal mucous epithelium layer. How does it work?A sterilized probe which releases a laser beam is inserted into the vagina. At the point of contact, the…
Sometimes, having Dermal Fillers does not come out looking the way you envisaged, either as a result of poor technique or too much fillers injected and you feel botched for a long time………. Fortunately, most fillers are composed of Hyaluronic acid: which is a component of some tissue in our bodies. The beauty of…
Skin bleaching/lightening or toning is the application of lightening agents all over the body with the aim of changing one’s complexion. The rate of skin bleaching is rising exponentially especially amongst the Africans, African-Americans, Afro-Caribbean’s and Asians. Worldwide, fair skin is generally perceived as beautiful, even more, seen as the Ideal skin color and is…
I was asked in 2012 to give a talk at the Nigerian Network of enterpreneurial women(NNEW) meet in Abuja concerning keeping skin healthy. I tried to make it as concise, lay and straight forward as possible. Below is a summary from that talk which many at that forum found interesting and very informative. Happy reading!…