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The subtle art
of ageing well…
from Botox to
supplements
THE Edited by Annabel Jones
AESTHETIC GUIDE
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AESTHETIC
GUIDE
Contents
108 BEAUTY BOOSTS
New things to try
111 CAN POPPING A PILL
REALLY IMPROVE
YOUR SKIN?
The lowdown on
supplements that work
116 TWEAKMENTS
IN A BOTTLE
Great skin you can
squeeze from a tube
120 BANKING ON FAT
Is fat the secret to
eternal youth?
125 THE SMILE HIGH CLUB
EDITOR’S
Drilling down on teeth
131 I’LL HAVE WHAT
LETTER
THEY’RE HAVING
Tweakments we’ve
tried and tested
143 LITTLE BLACK BOOK
Your guide to the best
W
aesthetic doctors
elcome to the second
edition of the Country
& Town House Aesthetic
Guide, a curated edit of
the best new and existing
tweakments on the beauty scene.
In this edition, our team of trusted
experts have reviewed 15 of the latest
non-surgical procedures to get summer
ready, from Profhilo for the body to a
revolutionary new fat burning laser with
zero downtime.
Within these pages you’ll also read
about the advancements in cosmetic dentistry from whitening and
straightening to minimally invasive veneers, as well as a thought-
provoking report on whether freezing your fat cells could hold
the answer to eternal youth. For a youthful complexion we’ve
FASHION TEAM rounded up the few beauty supplements proven to heal your
Photographer: Matthew Shave; Fashion
Editor: Ursula Lake; Hair: Alex Price @ Frank; skin from within, while our deep dive into
Make-Up: Jamie Rose; Nails: Emma Welsh
@ Frank. Model: Camille @ Milk Management.
the skincare that dermatologists swear
For stockists see p172. by is one you’ll want to keep and share.
TOP RIGHT I hope you’ll find our guide as practical as it
Juste Un Clou ring, Cartier; Vitamin pill, Lyma
is enlightening.
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BEAUTY BOOSTS
Get summer ready with a host of new face and body treats
from lip plumping to glow boosting, says Annabel Jones
GENERATION AGELESS
GetHarley, the virtual platform of sought-after skin professionals
from Dr Sophie Shotter to Dr Maryam Zamani, has introduced a
genius new service, Mother & Me. Designed to encourage lifelong
skin habits for both generations, the consultation brings mother and
daughter together for 50 minutes of skin advice from teen acne to LIP SERVICE
pigmentation, resulting in a detailed skincare prescription for each The Laser Lip Lift is a new
party. What’s more, your dedicated skin pro will be on hand for a needle-free treatment that
Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley is
further six months to answer any questions. £50, getharley.com a fan of Naturopathica’s lip scrub improves the appearance
of lips in just ten minutes.
Created by Dr Esho in
KOREAN GENTLY DOES IT collaboration with Alma’s
PERFECTION The new school of thought when it
comes to flawless skin long term is
new Hybrid laser, it treats
Aesthetic therapist Mina Lee the surface and border
combines Korean healing and to prevent and calm inflammation
facial massage with advanced while protecting the skin barrier. of the lips to improve
Dr Barbara Sturm is scoring points
skin technologies in her
with her latest hit, The Better B
volume and texture.
famed Spectacle facial (£268,
minalee.london) to rejuvenate Niacinamide serum (£110, drsturm. Perfect for those who
and improve the complexion. com), which is packed with vitamins want a visible but natural-
B3 and B5, plus marine plankton,
Meanwhile, dermatologist
to aid the skin’s natural restorative looking pout (£200 per
Dr Jinah Yoo has launched
the Dr Yoo 360 Korean processes. Augustinus Bader’s newest treatment, eshoclinic.co.uk).
Method treatment (£500, offering is The Ultimate Soothing Semi-permanent make-up
drjinahyoodermatology.com), cream (£215, augustinusbader.com),
an ointment scientifically proven to artists Daxita Vaghela
during which she performs her
unique ‘laser layering’ technique hydrate, reduce redness and calm (@ daxitavaghela) and Nez
SUNSHINE STATE along with mini skin-boosting signs of inflammation. Royal Fern’s
new Radiance Protection face mist
Hasan (@ nezhasanofficial)
injectables and complexion
The only safe way to tan. For boosting oxygen therapy for (£43, royalfern.com), offer believable ‘lip
a grown-up bronzed glow, Isle healthier, clearer, ‘fresh air’ skin. harnesses hyaluronic blushing’ tattooing to
acid and antioxidants
of Paradise’s self-tanning oil to protect against subtly enhance the colour
PHOTOS: SHUTTERSTOCK; GETTY IMAGES
mist (£21.95, theisleofparadise. urban pollution and outline of the lips
com) has been formulated with and blue light giving soft definition
whilst moisturising
high quality oil-soluble tanning and reducing the and fullness. On the
actives in a sheer water base appearance of go? Naturopathica’s
wrinkles.
that boosts the skin’s natural Sweet Cherry Polishing
moisture levels. For face, Jones lip scrub and lip butter
Road’s new Shimmer face oil, (£18 each, naturopathica.
(£29, jonesroadbeauty.com) is a com) are loved by Rosie
lightweight make-up-skin hybrid Huntington-Whiteley, who
that naturally hydrates and uses the scrub to prep lips
enlivens the complexion. before red carpet events.
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PROMOTION
QUEEN OF
KNIGHTSBRIDGE
Look your natural best with Rita Rakus’s
sought-after expertise and discerning touch
and filler and Dr Galyna Selezneva, a body-
sculpting expert who has honed, sculpted and
reshaped some of the most famous bodies in
A
the world.
s we all prepare to celebrate The Dr Rita Rakus The only treatments that find their way into
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, there is the clinic are those that Dr Rakus and her team
another celebrated figure who has believe in, and most importantly, that work.
an anniversary this year. Dr Rita It’s this meticulousness that led to Dr Rakus
Rakus, internationally heralded as becoming a Global Ambassador for Emsculpt
‘The Lip Queen’ for her skill with creating Neo, the world’s first and only technology that
plump but natural-looking lips, and the combines Radiofrequency and HIFEM (high
‘Machine Queen’ for the plethora of state- intensity electromagnetic field) to eliminate
of-the-art devices she uses, is celebrating 30 fat by 30 per cent and build 25 per cent more
years at the Rita Rakus Clinic in Knightsbridge. muscle non-invasively.
Looking your natural best for as long as Dr Galyna Selezneva
They are the first clinic in the UK to have
you can is the ethos behind the clinic which Softwave – a treatment that triggers the body’s
is at the forefront of anti-ageing. If you have healing response to stimulate collagen and has
a particular cosmetic concern or want to attracted celebrities such as Karen Brady CBE.
rejuvenate your overall appearance without Another first is ADVATx technology, which uses
surgery, the clinic is a haven of all the latest, yellow light to help treat skin conditions like
safest, results-driven aesthetic treatments rosacea, pigmentation, lines and wrinkles.
carried out by Dr Rakus and her support Extra options to perk things up on the body
team of highly experienced medical experts. and face are Exilis Elite, a non-invasive treatment
It’s Dr Rakus’ passion for providing patients for the reduction of wrinkles and the reshaping
with a first-rate treatment with exceptional Dr Kambiz Golchin of targeted fat deposits with results often
customer service from start to finish, visible after the first session, and
while prioritising safety and good the Endolift laser, Thermage FLX
practice that led her to co-found (radiofrequency), and UltraCel Q+.
the British College of Aesthetic With new clinics opening in
Doctors (BCAM) 20 years ago. As Dubai, Cannes and LA, where she
if that accolade is not enough, she caters to an increasing number of
is also the only aesthetic doctor to celebrities from the film world, it
be featured on the Wall of Honour appears the demand for Dr Rakus’
at The Royal Society of Medicine. skills has spread across the globe
Her esteemed team members
PHOTOS: GETTY IMAGES
include facial plastic and ENT Dr Rita Rakus, 34 Hans Rd,
surgeon, Mr Kambiz, who performs London SW3, +44 (0)20 7460
advanced laser, FX stem, PRP, botox 7324; drritarakus.co.uk
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P R O M OT I O N
Dr Ahmed El Muntasar uses
strategic dermal fillers to sculpt
and reshape facial features
BALANCING ACT
With clinics in London, Leeds and Cheshire, Dr Ahmed El Muntasar is blazing
a trail with profiloplasty to improve the harmony of facial features
A
t one time, the only way you could create a more feature. ‘Perfect symmetry doesn’t exist,’ says Dr. Ahmed.
angular profile or smooth a bumpy nose was ‘Profiloplasty involves looking at the relationship between
by going under the knife. Now an alternative different facial features. I usually divide the face into thirds
solution has emerged: profiloplasty, a form of and look at the ratio of each one compared to the others.
facial reshaping that involves injecting dermal When it comes to the profile, it’s about balancing the line
filler into the nose and chin to balance facial features between the nose, lip and chin. If someone has either a
with virtually no downtime. ‘Dermal fillers strategically disproportionately large nose or an underdeveloped chin
add volume,’ says award-winning aesthetics doctor this can create an imbalance to the face.’
and GP Dr Ahmed El Muntasar. ‘But when used in Profiloplasty itself usually involves two procedures
profiloplasty they can realign facial features and create with pain kept to a minimum by first applying a
a more harmonious profile, which is a numbing cream to the area. Non-
revolutionary approach.’ surgical rhinoplasty, also known as
Dr Ahmed has been performing ‘liquid rhinoplasty’, involves using
profiloplasty for almost five years but has dermal fillers to straighten the bridge
noted a dramatic increase in requests of the nose or to lift and refine the tip.
for the procedure since the pandemic. Next fillers are injected at different
‘One reason is the “Zoom effect” as an angles and depths along the chin and
increasing number of people are seeing jawline to adjust the projection of the
their facial structures on screen,’ he chin. ‘Respecting the anatomy here is
says. ‘Furthermore, as we age, the chin crucial as the proportions of the chin
and nose, in particular, become more can make someone’s face appear
obviously disproportionate because more masculine or feminine,’ explains
we lose volume from other parts of our Dr Ahmed. Both procedures can be
face that might otherwise camouflage completed in as little as 20 minutes
those imperfections.’ with results lasting up to 18 months.
Identifying the holistic proportions
PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES
of a patient’s face during the initial For more information on profiloplasty
consultation is not about cookie cutter and Dr Ahmed’s other procedures,
looks or focusing on one particular please visit theaestheticsdoctor.com
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AESTHETIC
GUIDE
CAN
POPPING
A PILL
REALLY
IMPROVE
YOUR
SKIN?
Fiona Embleton
investigates
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T
here’s a new raft of beauty GUT
supplements taking the market INSTINCTS
by storm, and they’re nothing There’s a strong interplay
like their frumpy, utilitarian between the health of your
predecessors. Rather, they’re gut and skin conditions such
powered by science-backed ingredients as eczema, acne, rosacea and
and packaged in sleek bottles that are plain old sensitivity. It’s the
more likely to appear in an upmarket subject of ongoing research,
clinic than the dust-covered shelves but it’s thought the trillions
of a health food shop. This, says Lucy of bacteria that live on
Goff, founder of Lyma, is the new era of the gut microbiome play
‘well-tech’: high performance ingestibles a part. ‘Research shows
that can offer profound results for skin, differences in the type and
sleep, gut health and mood. ‘Like “clean diversity of gut microbes in
beauty” wellness is a woolly, generic those with inflammatory
term, whereas “well-tech” is about skin conditions such as
clinically proven formulations that take eczema compared to
people beyond the ceiling of a healthy, those without,’ says Dr
balanced diet to deliver mental and Sammie Gill, specialist
physical advantages,’ she says. BEST FOR gastroenterology dietitian.
Advances in the supplement space IMMUNITY Not only that, but 70 per
also mean that most aesthetic concerns Dubbed the ‘sunshine cent of your immune system HYDRATION
can be addressed by palming a pill. vitamin’, vitamin D is a is located in the gut. ‘They HIT
Where glow enhancing make-up used hormone that’s produced are constantly talking to Hyaluronic acid is skincare’s
to suffice, now the focus has shifted to when skin is exposed to one another, so if we’re not gold standard for hydration.
ingestible boosters that improve skin’s the sun’s UVB rays. ‘It’s optimising our gut health ‘It works like a sponge,’
natural radiance from the inside out. essential as your body it can alter our immune explains Daya, ‘holding
‘It makes sense,’ says Shabir Daya, needs it to absorb calcium responses, prompting the over 1,000 times its own
pharmacist and CEO at Victoria Health. for healthy teeth and release of inflammatory weight in water to plump
‘Skin is your largest organ and it can say bones,’ says Daya. Post molecules, which potentially cells full of moisture.’
a lot about your health. A lot of nutrients pandemic, vitamin D is increase the risk of skin Likewise, hyaluronic acid is
that are famously found in skincare, also being touted as an conditions,’ she adds. an ingredient that our skin
including vitamin C, ceramides and immunity booster. ‘All A probiotic supplement is readily accepts as our body
lipids, have to be provided from within cells involved in immunity something to consider if your naturally produces it. But
the body to make a real difference to that engulf viruses entering skin is persistently suffering. the older we get, the less
the skin.’ Designed to help you look the body have a vitamin D ‘Probiotics work in several we produce, leading to fine
good and feel better, these new-gen receptor site,’ he explains. ways,’ explains Gill. ‘They lines and slack skin.
formulations can be as good as, or better ‘So as well as responding to may prompt the release of According to Daya,
than, skincare at boosting collagen and vitamin D, these cells will beneficial molecules from hyaluronic acid, when
hyaluronic acid stores thanks to what also remain inactive if you other microbes; they can ingested, reduces skin
Daya calls ‘intelligent delivery systems’, are deficient, increasing help weed out potentially dehydration and prevents
which for the uninitiated means they your chances of infection.’ harmful bacteria or keep the inflammation, making it a
should be formulated in a bioavailable A lack of sunshine in immune system in check.’ great ally to your smoothing
way that the body can tolerate. the winter months and Try: Symprove, £79 for a four serums. ‘Hyaluronic acid
Unsurprisingly, beauty brands wearing sunscreen in week pack. symprove.com supplements additionally
now want a piece of the action, with summer mean the best top up reserves in the
Bloomberg reporting that the global way to top up your levels is joint cartilage and
beauty supplements market is expected through supplementation. remove cellular waste
to surpass a value of £2.795m by 2027. Daya recommends 2000iu from in between cells,
The water is murky, though – just daily in winter and 1000iu transporting them by
because a pill was created in a lab, in summer, administered osmosis to the nearest
doesn’t mean it delivers results. as a sublingual spray blood vessel,’ he says.
The key, says Wild Nutrition’s Lorna under the tongue or via a Opt for a daily 100mg to
Driver-Davies, ‘is to avoid unnecessary liposomal supplement (when 300mg dose of sodium
fillers (often listed as bulking agents) vitamin D3 is encapsulated hyaluronate (a salt of
such as magnesium stearate and alongside healthy fats). hyaluronic acid), which has
ultimately be aware that we have This ensures the vitamin a low molecular weight to
different nutritional needs at different D3 bypasses the stomach aid absorption.
life stages’. As for the vitamins and and is delivered rapidly into Try: Victoria Health
minerals we need to boost our skin, the bloodstream. Hyaluronic Acid Capsules
hair and general health? Here are the Try: The Nue Co Vitamin High Strength, £35 for
most transformational... D, £15. uk.thenueco.com 30 capsules. victoriahealth.com
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Ingestible skincare
products can improve
skin from the inside out
Vitamin pill, Lyma,
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gold bracelet, Cartier
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AESTHETIC
GUIDE
THE SKIN-
PLUMPING ELIXIR
‘Collagen is a protein that makes
up about 75 per cent of the
dry weight of skin, helping it to
remain plump and firm,’ says
Pupinder Ghatora, pharmacist
and co-founder of Ingenious
supplements. ‘It also plays a crucial
part in our body’s structure as THE SUPER SUPPLEMENTS
it’s found in ligaments and major For those who prefer an all-in-one approach that
organs, so having sufficient stores promotes optimum health rather than plugging
is vital for overall health.’ But like a specific gap in your diet, at the top end of the
all good things, collagen starts to market, Lyma harnesses the power of patented
dwindle in our mid-twenties and prescription-grade nutraceuticals as part of its
we lose about 1.5 per cent per year. preventative ageing approach (£199 for 30 days,
Given collagen is too large a lyma.life). ‘If a formula is correctly engineered,
molecule to penetrate the skin there’s no reason why you can’t deliver a 360˚
when deployed in skincare, approach,’ says Goff (pictured). ‘Every single one
experts now agree a supplement of our ingredients has been proven to work in peer-
THE could help. But not all ingestible reviewed medical journals, the same benchmark as
ALL-ROUNDER collagen is created equal. ‘It a pharmaceutical drug.’ These include Cynatine,
Research shows that over 98 per needs to be a protected collagen which contains keratin for hair and skin, Cognizin
cent of us have inadequate levels peptide to ensure actual collagen for supplying the brain with energy and the
of omega-3 fatty acids. Deficiency is entering the bloodstream,’ says most bioavailable form of curcumin, a powerful
makes itself known in myriad ways, Ghatora, ‘otherwise it breaks down anti-inflammatory. ‘Cellular inflammation is
including dry skin, brittle hair, into individual amino acids in the the root cause of
brain fog and hormonal issues. stomach.’ He also advises choosing most things going
Despite not producing omega marine over bovine collagen as it wrong in your body,’
3, to function optimally, every can be broken down into smaller says Goff. ‘Once you
cell in the body needs these fatty peptides for easier absorption. reduce it, you’ll find
acids, which is why nutritionist To ensure the quality of a you sleep better, feel
Driver-Davies recommends collagen supplement, check less stressed and have
supplementing with 500mg of that its weight is below 2,000 a stronger immunity.’
fish-based omega 3 every morning Daltons – enough to pass through Artah’s Enhanced
when your production of digestive the intestinal wall and enter Nootropics (£36 for
enzymes is at its peak. the bloodstream. 30 days, artah.co),
‘As well as being a big player Try: Ingenious Beauty Ultimate the chic nutritional
in cardiovascular health and Collagen, £60 for 90 capsules. brand launched by
anything involving the immune feelingenious.com Rhian Stephenson,
system, omega 3 can calm skin a registered nutritional therapist and naturopath,
conditions such as eczema, similarly contains adaptogens to help the
psoriasis or sensitivity caused body cope with stress, alongside B vitamins for
by a compromised skin barrier,’ DNA repair.
she says. Likewise, it staves off Meanwhile Altrient’s Liposomal Vitamin
‘inflammageing’, where excess C has been proven (by Princeton, no less)
inflammation inhibits cell to outshine topical Vitamin C at brightening
renewal. ‘Then there’s omega and firming thanks to its impressive collagen and
3’s moisturising properties,’ says elastin production.
Driver-Davies, ‘and its ability to Loved by Goop’s
manufacture ceramides in the Gwyneth Paltrow,
skin, which lock water into cells.’ this clever food
So, how to guarantee omega liquid supplement
3 success? ‘A good fish oil should encapsulates
contain 0.0 levels of toxins such the notoriously
as mercury and be sustainably unstable nutrient
sourced,’ explains Driver-Davies. within a protective
‘Also important: it should be cold- lipid bubble that
pressed to avoid oxidisation.’ delivers it directly
Try: Wild Nutrition Pure to cells. (£39.99 for
Strength Omega 3, £32 for 30 1000 mg sachets,
30 days. wildnutrition.com altrient.com). n
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Dr Joshua is renowned for his
naturalistic tweaks to the eye area
AN EYE FOR DETAIL
A master at achieving the natural look, Dr Joshua has become synonymous with
subtle results, particularly when it comes to rejuvenating the delicate eye area
A
rising star on the injectable scene, Dr Joshua circles and so it’s crucial to assess each patient correctly
Van der Aa opened his injection-focused clinic and know what part of the anatomy needs treating.’
in Harley Street in early 2020, and has already To address the demand for non-surgical brow lifts,
become one of the most Dr Joshua has created InclinEyesTM
sought-after injectors for a unique tweakment that repositions
natural and elegant results. the brow tail and elevates the arch
‘My clients expect a subtle look that for an ageless appearance that leaves
respects the natural anatomy of the the eye area refreshed and lifted –
face. My work is all about enhancing without the use of toxins or threads.
what’s already there,’ says Dr Joshua, Unlike a Botox brow lift that needs re-
who is a vocal campaigner against injecting every three to four months,
extreme cosmetic procedure trends, InclinEyesTM lasts 12 to 18. A procedure
and is often called upon to reverse that took more than two years to
poorly executed work. perfect, he strategically injects tiny
His speciality and passion lies in amounts of filler with a cannula to
rejuvenating the delicate eye area, an gently enhance bony and soft tissue
art he’s honed with the meticulous anatomy to lift and reshape the tail of
use of injectables. A notoriously the brow.
tricky procedure, tear trough filler ‘InclinEyesTM gives a subtle, more
has become an increasingly popular natural looking “fox eyes” appearance,’
way to diminish dark circles under he says. ‘And, more importantly,
eyes. Yet, when not performed by it’s altogether kinder and safer because
an expert injector such as Dr Joshua, it’s fully reversible.’ For a bespoke
administering hyaluronic acid filler in addition, Dr Joshua offers InclinEyes+
such a thin area of the skin can leave which includes an extra element to
patients with complications. the treatment such as under eye or
The secret, he says, is understanding temple filler.
the cause. ‘There are five different
types of under-eye grooves and dark drjoshualondon; drjoshua.co.uk
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TWEAKMENTS
IN A BOTTLE
Successful tweakments go hand-in-hand with the right products. But which ones do
cosmetic doctors rely on for significant results? Ingeborg van Lotringen asks the experts
Y
ou might say we live in an era of skincare SENSITIVITY
enlightenment. Never before have we been so Skin that is overactive can go red, angry
aware of how our lifestyle choices and beauty and flaky. When left untreated this can
regimes affect the health and look of our skin. lead to chronic skin conditions such as
We now know that good skin is not just a hand rosacea, eczema and even acne, which is
we’re dealt, but something we can affect ourselves by using an inflammatory issue. The rules for dry
certain skincare ingredients in a particular order. And skin apply here, but what you don’t do
yet in an effort to create our own dermal masterpieces, is as important: ‘I always suggest clients
according to the experts we are increasingly overdoing it, pull back on their AHAs [alpha hydroxy
inadvertently compromising our protective skin barrier acid] such as glycolic acid,’ says Marshall.
and inducing product sensitivity: ‘I have seen so many ‘AHAs are incredible, but unlike PHAs
patients with overly sensitised skin and even scarring from they “wound” skin to induce a healing
trying to layer too many products themselves at home,’ response. If skin is already sensitised,
says Dr Amiee Vyas (doctoramiee.com). DRYNESS this is only going to compromise the
Ask skin doctors what they prescribe and most will Dehydrated skin is more prone to barrier further.’ Other things to avoid
recommend a simplified regime to fortify the skin’s sensitivity, ageing and dullness. are alcohol, sulphate cleansers, high-
hydrating, protective barrier for a well-rested glow. ‘Stress ‘The first thing to do is replenish strength vitamins A (retinol) and C to
is truly destructive to skin, whether from internal anxiety moisture, locking it in with barrier- maintain a calm environment. ‘I’m a fan
or from an over-enthusiastic treatment,’ says Vyas. Like her strengthening ceramides or lipids,’ of Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier (£14.95,
peers, she advocates measured, conservative regimes that says Vyas. ‘My key ingredients are boots.com), a cleansing/toning spray
focus on healthy skin that looks its best at any age. Using polyhydroxy acids [PHAs] which containing hypochlorous acid, which
fewer but better products is key: ‘I prescribe brands that gently exfoliate dry skin and improve rebalances the skin’s microbiome and
have expertise in combining the right ingredients at the barrier function while attracting water so reduces inflammation,’ says Shotter.
right percentages in a formula that minimises irritation and offering antioxidant benefits.’ Vyas recommends Skinbetter Science
and is enjoyable to use – in functional packaging that Vyas’s heroes are Neostrata Restore Alto Defense Serum (£134, via clinics,
keeps the formula stable and active,’ says Dr Sam Bunting Facial Cleanser and Bionic Face search aestheticsource.com): ‘It contains
(drsambunting.com). Go to a dermatologist for your skincare Cream (£30 and £33.50, skincity.com). 19 different antioxidants to protect
and you’re sure to get results. ‘I research and test products Clinical aesthetician Pamela skin from oxidative stress alongside
myself and study their clinical trials in detail before I Marshall (mortarandmilk.com) ceramides to replenish the skin barrier.
recommend them so I know which cosmetic products agrees, adding, ‘I recommend a It calms quickly and significantly
are effective at the deeper skin layers,’ adds Vyas. lipid-based [i.e. milky] cleanser reduces redness and inflammation in
Clinically approved skincare is even more important such as Skingredients PreProbiotic two weeks.’ For a (day and
if you dabble in tweakments, many of which Cleanser (£23, cultbeauty. night) moisturiser, she
rely on a level of ‘controlled damage’ to elicit co.uk), to remove the
a healing, anti-ageing response. ‘If skin isn’t day’s environmental load
functioning healthily, the trauma from, say, without stripping skin of its
microneedling or lasers can damage and cause protective lipids, followed with
irritation that does more harm than good. The Exuviance Skinrise Morning
key is to increase patients’ skin barrier resilience Glow, (£36, skincity.com), for a
before having a cosmetic tweakment to promote dose of PHAs.’ For Dr Shotter,
rapid healing and optimise results,’ says Dr Sophie a ceramide-rich moisturiser
Shotter (drsophieshotter.com). to hydrate, nourish and heal
Of course, we all have varying skin concerns parched skin is key. Go-tos
that require a prescriptive approach. Here’s what include CeraVe Moisturising
the doctors recommend for the most common Lotion (£13, boots.com) and
dermatological conditions. Tebiskin PLC (£25, via clinics).
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likes Spectacle Performance gentle acids, but they’re just as ACNE AND ‘they target nerve transmission
Crème (£76, spectacleskincare. effective as more aggressive ones OILINESS in the eyelid muscles. Revision
com): ‘It’s packed with at improving fine lines, firmness, Acne is complex and must be Skincare’s Revox Line Relaxer,
antioxidants and micro- pigmentation and texture. Add treated in a balanced way. ‘My (£147, skincity.com) is patent-
dosed, gentle anti-ageing one into your routine for a few go-to recipe is a synergistic pending and hydrates as well
actives.’ Shotter relies on ultra- weeks, then slowly introduce a combination of an anti- as improves crow’s feet.’ Crepey
healing SkinCeuticals Triple low-dose vitamin A (retinoid) at inflammatory (niacinamide) to skin, she says, is effectively
Lipid Restore 2:4:2 (£135, night or a vitamin C product for calm, alongside ingredients to reduced with Augustinus
skinceuticals.co.uk), while Dr day.’ Marshall concurs: ‘I actually prevent clogged pores (salicylic Bader’s amino acid-rich The Eye
Catharine Denning (drdenning. prefer cosmetic retinoids over acid, retinoids) and tackle the Cream (£150, cultbeauty.co.uk).
co.uk) recommends Calecim prescription ones as they are dark marks blemishes leave Puffiness, she warns, is often
Multi-Action Cream (£187, less likely to cause a reaction.’ behind (azelaic acid, bakuchiol),’ due to poor lymphatic drainage,
calecimprofessional.com), rich in SkinCeuticals and Medik8 says Bunting. Denning says that which is inefficiently tackled with
epidermal growth factors and make very well-formulated a good retinoid is one of the skincare. Gentle daily lymphatic
cytokines. retinoids, she says, but Neostrata best ways to prevent clogged drainage massage (there are
Retinol Repair Complex pores at a cellular level. ‘Use multiple how-to’s online) will
(£53, skincity.com), is her favourite. it alongside an oil-soluble give you better results.
As for l-ascorbic acid, the most chemical exfoliant: salicylic acid,
potent form of vitamin C, ‘to be especially in concentrations
effective, it requires an intricate of two per cent and up, is a
formula and should be dosed stand-by.’ She rates ZO Skin
conservatively’. Denning is a fan Health retinols but adds, ‘when
of ZO Skin Health Daily Power using such potent ingredients
Defence (£114.50, from clinics, it’s crucial not
search zo-skinhealth.co.uk). to forget the skin
barrier function.
Replenishment
SIGNS OF AGEING PIGMENTATION with a non-oily,
Wrinkles, sagging skin and Pigmentation is one sign of ceramide- rich
uneven skin tone are all caused ageing that requires a strategy: moisturiser can
by slowing cell regeneration and ‘The pigmentation pathway help prevent the
a build-up of old (dead) cells can be interrupted at different inf lammatory
on the skin’s surface. It’s why points – and the more points you cycle. I love
experts recommend the same interrupt, the better the result,’ Curél Moisture
basic programme of big-hitting says Bunting. ‘So we can block Facial Milk THE PERFECT SPF
actives to improve all the signs the production of melanin, we (£17.50, boots. Sunscreen is the most important
of ageing. To protect against can stop it being exported into com).’ product if you want to improve
environmental aggressors our skin cells and we can speed any skin condition. Luckily, there
that destroy skin cells, using up the exfoliation of it out of are some exceptional low-cost
antioxidants and sunscreen the cells. I love the combination DROOPY, PUFFY, ones out there by La Roche-
is half the battle. ‘But these of a retinoid, vitamin C, TIRED EYES Posay and CeraVe. ‘But there
products require stability and niacinamide and azelaic acid.’ Oculoplastic surgeon Mrs are few as good as Heliocare – it
a top-notch delivery system – The latter is brilliant for tackling Rachna Murthy (facerestoration. has added antioxidants to boot,’
Skinbetter Science Alto Defense pigmentation and features in her com) points to some surprising emphasises Marshall. When it
Serum (£134, doctoramiee.com) is Dr Sam Flawless Brightly Serum culprits for ageing eyes: comes to acne, ‘I recommend
one such antioxidant serum,’ (£44, drsambunting.com). Or try ‘Aggressive and alcohol- Exuviance Professional Sheer
says Vyas. To bring about skin SkinCeuticals Discoloration containing cleansers, make-up, Refining Fluid SPF 40 (£44.80,
cell turnover, Defense Serum, (£85, lash glue and lash serums destroy facethefuture.co.uk), continues
regeneration skinceuticals.co.uk), the skin barrier function and Marshall. ‘It’s formulated for
a nd rep a i r, a favourite of protective microbes in the eye blemish-prone
retinoids, vitamin Denning’s. area; I tackle this with Purifeyes skin and it’s
C derivatives, hypochlorous periocular never caused a
niacinamide and spray (£11.95, purifeyes.co.uk) breakout in any
(conservative use to gently cleanse and reset the of my clients.’
of) acids make microbiome.’ Murthy rates And don’t forget
up the vanguard vitamin C for brightening and your eyes: ‘An
of ingredients that smoothing eye skin, but ‘skin SPF 50 is essential
doctors recommend. penetration is better in oil-based for the area and
‘The most important carriers, such as Revision should be used
thing is to start low Skincare Vitamin C Lotion up to 5mm below
and slow,’ says Vyas. 15% (£97.50, skincity.com)’. Neuro- the lash line,’ says
‘PHAs may be super- peptides are another winner: Murthy. n
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Banking
Fat
ON
Injecting fat cells into your face might
sound frightening but this cutting-edge
treatment could hold the secret
to eternal youth, reports Becci Vallis
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own fat help keep
our faces looking
youthful?
Swimsuit, Haight
@ Matches Fashion;
Juste un Clou ring
and bracelet, Cartier
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potential of facial rejuvenation,’ says Dr Olivier. ‘Besides the
regenerative and self-renewing properties of the mesenchymal
adipose stem cells, our “Super Enriched Tissue” is made up of
haematopoietic stem cells that develop into blood cells that
have regenerative properties; progenitor cells which create
W
certain cell types; fibroblasts which secrete collagen proteins
hat if we told you that you already hold the key to needed for skin elasticity and stretchiness; lymphocytes (white
ageing well forever more? Would you pay £10,000 blood cells) that focus on immunity; vascular endothelial cells
to unlock the secret and futureproof your skin that act as a communicator between cells and macrophages
for years to come? Even for the sceptical, it’s that are highly specialised in the removal of dying or dead cells
certainly tempting – especially when you learn and cellular debris thus encouraging the natural exfoliation
that the process is completely natural and gives longer-lasting process. The main message being that fat has the power to
results than traditional injectables and fillers. This seems help our skin to repair itself without the need for external
increasingly important when you take into account that out of substances.’ Proof that fat really is a good thing.
the three million Brits that have considered having a cosmetic The technical ability to extract and purify the potent stem
treatment in 2022, 15 per cent are hesitant about introducing cells from our fat stores has been available for some time, yet
unnatural substances into their body.* it’s the intricate freezing process that has finally allowed for
‘There’s a misconception that fillers are natural because the fat banking process to transition from testing to treatment
they use hyaluronic acid which is present in our own skin but room. Dr Hayot, medical director at Epilium & Skin clinic,
they’re made in a factory. They have their place, but they should learnt about the revolutionary technique 20 years ago but
be used sparingly, especially when more natural alternatives only added it to his treatment menu in 2019, and was one of
are available,’ says Dr Olivier Amar, a leading plastic surgeon the first to offer it in the UK.
and CMO of Uvence – one of the companies spearheading the ‘A lot of laboratories have had difficulties storing and more
new fat banking treatment. importantly “unfreezing” the fat which can affect its quality and
‘Fat banking’ is a revolutionary technique that’s predicted to stability, leaving it more or less unusable,’ explains Fieldgrass.
change the world of aesthetics. The epitome of personalisation, ‘We have teamed up with one of the only laboratories that
the process entails extracting fat cells from your body via has mastered the storage as well as the thawing with a proven
liposuction which are then purified and filtered before being viability rate after thawing of 75 per cent, which is high.’
reinjected back into your face (or scalp, hands, décolleté, even Housed in cryogenic storage or a cryochamber, the fat
your vagina). Regenerating, repairing and rejuvenating the cells can be stored for up to five years and used on demand
skin, the leftover fat cells can then be frozen allowing for top at your request, although if kept correctly, scientists suggest
ups as and when you need them, which can be for cosmetic fat deposits could be stored indefinitely.
purposes or to help the body heal from injury. This crucial storing process explains the potentially hefty
‘If enough fat is stored, a patient can benefit from that one price tag. ‘Not only is a patient paying for the procedure
deposit for years and in different areas of the body. For example, but the entire process, including liposuction, fat extraction,
if initially the face was treated but as time passes they wish to freezing and storing your fat cells, as well as five vials of your
regenerate the décolletage or hair, it can all be done from that own super enriched tissue to be injected at your discretion,’
initial fat taken via liposuction years earlier,’ explains Esther justifies Dr Olivier. Yet, exceptional results come courtesy
Fieldgrass, founder of EF Future Health. of a doctor that has the specialist understanding of such a
A two-treatment procedure, one session (usually around half cutting- edge procedure. ‘Any surgeon can extract fat from
an hour) is needed to extract the live fat cells via microcannula the body and inject it back into the face, but if it’s not refined
liposuction, with a second session required at a later date to and purified to a high standard, you could end up with a face
reinject the cells into the face. It’s what happens in between the that puffs up like a soufflé.’
two procedures which is where the brilliance unfolds. Once Another big draw of this next generation treatment is that
the fat cells have been taken – usually from the outer thighs or results are geared towards optimising the patient’s own repairing
bottom – they are transported to the lab, tested for purity and processes and is completely tailored to each individual. Whether
processed into what Fieldgrass describes as a ‘smart ageing elixir’ you wish to replace lost volume in areas that have started to
before being frozen. ‘Everything in the elixir comes from the sag or to subtly plump fine lines, injecting fat cells is a subtle
patient’s tissue, which is naturally rich in regenerative factors process that’s more about age management than age reversal,
such as stem cells, macro fat and ultra- using your own cells to regenerate from within.
pure nano fat,’ she explains. ‘Macro fat As for how quickly you see results, it won’t be as instant as
FAT is used to replenish volume while nano toxins or fillers as the skin needs time for collagen production
BANKING: fat is “finer” and used for subdermal or to become activated. However, unlike ‘anti-ageing’ treatments in
WHERE intradermal injections to regenerate the which results begin to fade with time, by stimulating your skin
TO GO skin – usually in more delicate areas to to essentially act younger by dishing out more collagen, those
Uvence, help with fine lines that appear closer cells will keep regenerating long after the treatment giving you
from £7,500.
uvence.co
to the surface.’ glowing, healthy looking skin for up to a year.
In the world of aesthetic medicine, Will fat banking take over from fillers as the beauty treatment
Futureproof many procedures target fat reduction, so of choice? Only time will tell, but if you want to naturally prompt
You treatment,
why inject the thing so many are trying your skin to behave and look like its younger self well into your
from £10,000.
efmedispa.com to lose? ‘Fat is made up of hundreds later years, then this could be the smartest and most natural
of types of cells but the good stuff lies form of age management.
Fat injections, in the adipose-derived mesenchymal
POA. epilium.co.uk
stem cells which can harness the real * Data from Uvence research Feb 22 n
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HOME
COUNTIES
HAVEN
Led by Dr Selena Langdon,
Berkshire Aesthetics
provides a highly
personal and consultative
approach to aesthetics
B
erkshire Aesthetics has truly
established itself as a haven for
those seeking the best possible
treatments in a patient-focused
clinic. From its purpose-built
site on the edge of Pinkney’s Green, an
ever-growing team of experts deliver
Dr Selena Langdon (left)
cutting-edge treatments in a discrete with Dr Paris Acharya
and relaxed environment.
Founded by Dr Selena Langdon,
Berkshire Aesthetics has a ‘patient first’ while supporting aspiring aesthetic
approach which means the patient doctors through their recently
is at the centre of everything they launched mentorship programme
do. A thorough consultation ensures called Aesthetication.
that a patient’s aesthetic concerns Consistently rated as one of the
are understood, and treatments are best CoolSculpting clinics in the UK,
aligned to their emotional needs and Dr Langdon has built an international
motivations. The focus is very much reputation as an expert in the delivery
on ensuring the best therapies are of the treatment with Dr Langdon’s
offered, which increasingly means commitment to her patients, and
combination treatments including the exceptional treatment outcomes
medical-grade skincare to ensure the she achieves, has seen her profile
skin is well prepared for a myriad of grow, not only with patients, but also
treatments on offer. with many of the world’s leading profile grow, not only with patients, but
With a complex choice of aesthetic companies. As a doctor also with many of the world’s leading
treatments available, it is very who is passionate about raising aesthetic companies. As a doctor who
important that patients are given as professional stand her proprietary is passionate about raising professional
much information as possible and an standards her enthusiasm for her work
opportunity to ask questions without Time is spent consulting has meant a growing practice which
pressure, commitment, or judgement. with patients to understand serves the needs of patients not only
Supporting Dr Langdon are a team of their aesthetic concerns, in the Home Counties, but many
highly skilled aesthetic practitioners as well as their emotional regular international patients who take
as well as Dr Paris Acharya, who is needs and motivations advantage of Berkshire Aesthetics’
dual qualified in both medicine and proximity to Heathrow and world class
dentistry. Dr Paris brings expert approach called the CoolCodes®. As a dining and accommodation options.
knowledge with a patient-centric CoolSculpting Key Opinion Leader and Berkshire Aesthetics is an
approach that is perfectly aligned with UK Expert Panel Lead, she supports exceptional clinic in a discreet rural
the culture of Berkshire Aesthetics. Her CoolSculpting clinics across the UK location. The highly experienced
talents are numerous, and she provides whilst also being one of the first front of house and practitioner teams
injectable treatments alongside practitioners to offer CoolSculpting support Dr Langdon in her steadfast
PDO and APTOS threads as well as Elite which launched in March 2021. belief that aesthetic treatments should
bioidentical hormone therapy. Both Dr Langdon’s commitment to her be delivered responsibly and with the
Dr Langdon and Dr Paris work closely patients, and the exceptional treatment utmost care for the patient and their
to ensure seamless care in the clinic, outcomes she achieves, has seen her physical and emotional wellbeing.
Berkshire Aesthetics, Furze Platt Road, Maidenhead SL6 6PR. Please call 01628 202028 or visit berkshireaesthetics.com
@berkshire_aesthetics @BerkshireAesthetics
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RHINOPLASTY
RE-DEFINED
Rhinoplasty London is a centre
of excellence for nose reshaping
S
ome aesthetic procedures are
intrinsically subtle, others have the
power to dramatically transform a face.
This could not be truer than of nose
jobs, where a one-size-fits-all approach
could spell disaster. What you want to seek out
as a rhinoplasty patient is a highly specialised
surgeon with an almost obsessive eye for facial
harmony, and the vision to refine established
techniques and develop ground-breaking new
ones in order to achieve entirely bespoke and
natural results.
Charles East and Lydia Badia are a team
of such surgeons, specialising in pioneering
rhinoplasty techniques that have revolutionised
the field. So what exactly do these advanced
procedures entail?
DIAMOND STANDARD
Diamond Rhinoplasty uses fine ultrasonic tips
to remodel or move your nasal bones, creating
symmetric, bump-free, smooth bridges while
preserving the soft tissues and without
breaking or shattering the bones. East was
involved in the development of this technique
a decade ago, and it is now known as the Piezo
ultrasonic technique, which offers the major
benefit of less bruising and faster healing times. fundamental to our “less is more” approach that guarantees
the most natural and bespoke outcomes,’ they say. ‘It’s truly
PRESERVATION INNOVATION a revolution,’ adds East, who is the President-Elect of the
But it’s Preservation Rhinoplasty that’s at the Rhinoplasty Society of Europe. ‘Five years ago, I couldn’t
true cutting edge of East and Badia’s surgical have achieved these results.’
innovation. ‘The method is so much more Total Preservation Rhinoplasty eliminates the dorsal
than just a series of surgical techniques. It is ‘bump’ not by breaking or filing it, but by changing the
structures underneath. A small strip running from the
septum to underneath the hump is removed, resulting
in the protrusion ‘simply dropping down,’ says East. ‘You
end up with the same nose, but smaller, fitting seamlessly
within the framework of a patient’s features.’ Not only is the
dorsum preserved, but so are the skin sleeve, ligaments and
nasal cartilages, eliminating the need for reconstruction
or multiple grafts. Post-operative risks and recovery time,
therefore, are significantly reduced.
Unsurprisingly, ’Sixty to 70 per cent of our patients now
have this kind of surgery, alone or in hybrid with a structural
support or repair procedure,’ says East. ‘We’re proud to
have pioneered an approach that maintains the integrity
of the nose, simplifies any revisions, and delivers perhaps
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the most ideal and natural surgical results.’
Lydia Badia and Charles East
are pioneering rhinoplasty experts
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The
SMILE
HIGH
CLUB
Aesthetic smile tweakments are now
a valid, if not better, alternative to facial
procedures for a natural-looking youth
boost, says Annabel Jones
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maintenance, which when combined
with subtle facial treatments like Profhilo
and alternative skin boosters creates the
harmony that’s so often lacking in big
smile makeovers. ‘Not everyone has the
need or budget for veneers, but you can
still make a lasting impact with a few small
tweaks,’ she insists. Having trained as
a dentist, Wilczynski studied aesthetic
medicine in New York alongside leading
plastic surgeons, giving her a big picture
edge. While it’s common for dentists
to offer Botox these days, Wilczynski
practises both disciplines at an advanced
level. ‘When I assess someone’s smile,
I’m not solely focusing on their teeth,
I’m assessing their face as a whole,’ she
explains, ‘achieving a natural look is about
subtly improving skin, teeth and facial
contours in synergy, not in isolation.’
Wilczynski’s attention to detail results
in imperceptible design tweaks to correct
not only crooked teeth but the cant
(curve) of the top teeth to the width
of the smile, even allowing for space
for composite bonding, a non-invasive,
non-permanent alternative to veneers. ‘I
often design a client’s Invisalign course to
work alongside bonding to create a more
seamless fit,’ says Krystyna, alluding to the
sometimes unnatural look that bonding
can give if fixed in a rote way. ‘I apply the
bonding tooth by tooth freehand for a
‘F
bespoke effect.’
ive years ago no one was interested in STRAIGHTENING For the uninitiated, composite bonding
cosmetic dentistry. Teeth were seen as AND WHITENING is colloquially referred to as ‘Shellac for
a health concern, not a way to look The entryway smile tweakment is teeth’ and can be a game changer for
better or younger,’ says Dr Rhona Invisalign, clear, made-to-measure, anyone whose teeth are a little worse for
Eskander. Rhona and I are on a first impermanent moulds that move and wear. ‘Teeth age just as our skin does;
name basis. She has been my ‘smile architect’ straighten teeth without the need for over time the enamel stains and erodes
ever since I came to her with a gummy smile fixed braces, making them popular resulting in cracks, chips and yellowing,
and yellowing, cracked teeth four years ago, with those who’ve passed the socially which can be incredibly confidence
and I trust her like I do my therapist. acceptable age to don a pair of train draining,’ says Dr Eskander, whose
I’m not being melodramatic. Ask tracks. ‘Patients are prioritising their own ‘Chelsea Look’ includes aligning,
anyone who’s undertaken a successful health and self-care for the first time whitening and bonding as part of one
smile makeover and they’ll tell you that the and having cosmetic dentistry to feel treatment package.
internal transformation is as staggering as better about themselves,’ says orthodontist
the external one, especially if wonky teeth Dr Emma Laing, who prescribes a new VENEERS:
have plagued you since childhood. Afterall, whitening pen for use with Invisalign’s THE NEW FRONTIER
your smile, and how much you flex it, is an clear aligners to ‘freshen up’ fading teeth. While bonding can chip and stain over
indicator of happiness. ‘The motion dictates ‘Traditional peroxide gels can be messy time, depending on your bite and whether
the emotion,’ says Dr Michael Prager when and cause sensitivity; this has a nail polish- you grind your teeth, porcelain veneers
referring to the negative effects that frowning type applicator brush that’s easy to apply, are still considered the gold standard
can have on our emotional wellbeing. On perfect for those looking for a quick, and can last 15 years or more without
the contrary, a wide inviting smile breaks hyper natural effect.’ staining. Yet, as with all tweakments, there
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barriers in an instant. ‘It’s the universal is a veritable difference from one veneer
language,’ says Eskander. And of course, a COMPOSITE BONDING technician to the next. Eskander is one of
full mouth of gleaming white teeth is the The appeal of such mini teeth treatments, the few cosmetic dentists who works closely
surest indicator of youth and vitality there says cosmetic dentist and facial aesthetic with one hand-picked ceramist, Simon
is. Wrinkles disappear into the background, practitioner Dr Krystyna Wilczynski, Caxton at Simplee Dental Ceramics, who
skin appears brighter and eyes whiter. is that they are non-invasive and low crafts his veneers in close collaboration
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From whitening to
veneers, don’t let
your imperfect teeth
hold you back
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gums with a gum graft, and has been
treating pigmentation with a high-
tech laser that gently resurfaces
the top layer with no downtime.
‘Pigmentation on gums is a common
concern with patients of Afro-
Caribbean and Asian heritage. The
Waterlase laser helps to restore an
even pink colour,’ he says.
AT-HOME CARE
At home, Dr Emma Laing suggests
investing in a high-tech
electric toothbrush
such as Oral B’s iO9
Black Onyx Electric
Toothbrush (£250,
oralb.co.uk) to keep teeth
whiter for longer, and
avoid harsh toothpastes
that erode teeth’s natural
enamel – the shiny,
protective coat that keeps
them looking bright and
glossy. Instead use a
with the client and Eskander to GUM TWEAKMENTS pro-enamel paste such
create the most lifelike veneers with ‘The position of the gums is integral as Pärla Pro Toothpaste
the least amount of destruction to to a proportionate smile; they are the Tabs (£8 per month,
the underlying teeth. ‘We always aim frame to the teeth and can often hold parlatoothpastetabs.com), or
for minimally invasive veneers. Filing the key to unlocking symmetry and Regenerate Enamel Science
tooth enamel down to tiny fangs puts harmony,’ insists Eskander who works Advanced Toothpaste (£6.67,
the patient’s health at risk. The goal alongside renowned periodontist, boots.com). And, alas, floss twice a
is to retain as much natural tooth as Dr Mitul Shah. The obvious case for day – or else. ‘Interdental brushing
possible, which requires a high level a gum surgeon like Shah is crown with a TePe brush between
of skill says Eskander, whose ultra- lengthening to correct a gummy teeth along with flossing is the
thin veneers incorporate discerning smile, which can be performed with smartest way to keep your teeth
details such as varying degrees of a laser or minor surgery healthy and stain-free,’
tone and translucency with realistic depending on the case. stresses Laing.
contours that reflect the light. And, Artfully, Shah designs the As for my own smile
when it comes to hue, whiter isn’t ideal gum position digitally makeover, on a cost per
always better. ‘Blinding white TicTac to replicate the end result wear basis I consider the
teeth can actually highlight maturing to the millimetre, before investment as solid as the
skin; the most flattering shade is one you’ve even committed. Chanel 2.55 handbag. After
that matches the whites of your eyes,’ On the flipside, Shah can all, good teeth will never go
she recommends. surgically restore receding out of fashion. n
STANDOUT STARS FOR...
PORCELAIN VENEERS Dr Rhona Eskander, Chelsea Dental Clinic
(chelseadentalclinic.co.uk, @drrhonaeskander).
ORTHODONTICS Dr Emma Laing (emmalaing.com, @dremmalaing).
WHITENING Dr Richard Marques (doctorrichardlondon.com).
PHOTOS: GETTY IMAGES
FACIAL & DENTAL Dr Krystyna (drkrystyna.com, @drkrystyna).
GUMS & IMPLANTS Dr Mitul Shah, Chelsea Dental Clinic
(chelseadentalclinic.co.uk).
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