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October is melanoma awareness month . . . Is your skin protection protecting you?
With summertime coming, our thoughts turn to skin protection. However, no matter your age, family history of skin cancer or skin types, it pays to be vigilant and prioritise skin checks and sunscreen protection year-round. Here in New Zealand, melanoma is our deadliest cancer, over 7,000 people are diagnosed each year, reports Melanoma NZ. Not only does this dangerous cancer grow rapidly, but it also has the highest resistance to chemotherapy. Understanding the effects of UVB and UVA rays on our skin, prioritising the correct SPF and application of trusted broad-spectrum sunscreens, are key steps to detection and prevention of skin cancers.
Introducing Renuvion . . . Skin tightening just heated up
Advancements in the fields cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery show no signs of slowing, as demand for and acceptance of procedures continues to soar across all age groups. According to ‘Plastic Surgery Market Trends 2025’ report from Towards Healthcare, the global plastic surgery market, is projected to reach USD 217.66 billion by 2034. One recent breakthrough in skin tightening technology to make it to our shores, is Renuvion, which is minimally invasive but delivers a powerful way to tighten tissues and rejuvenate the face and body
Spring peel and reveal – Facial rejuvenation hearts TCA Peels
You’d be forgiven if you’re quick to conjure up images that are less than desirable when you hear the words ‘chemical peel’ : red, raw, agitated and stinging skin. Fortunately, non-invasive TCA peels couldn’t be further from snake-like shedding and a blistered face.
In your line of vision . . . Is an eye lift, Blepharoplasty, right for you?
Our eyes are the windows to our soul and also one of the first facial features to show the dreaded signs of age. Which is why many of us have blepharoplasty, eyelift surgery, in our line of vision. Blepharoplasty is a long-standing top cosmetic surgery procedure. Globally, according to the 2024 ASAPs (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) Procedural Statistics Report, it retains its position as the fifth most sought-after surgery, and its popularity is being fueled by both young and old.
A Perfect Combo . . . Pairing Sofwave and appearance medicine treatments
When it comes to facial rejuvenation treatments you have options. And, demand for nonsurgical procedures continues to soar; according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery report, over 14 million injectable procedures were performed globally in 2023 –up 35% since 2019. However, choosing a noninvasive cosmetic treatment best suited to you is not a hit and miss situation. It begins with an experienced and qualified cosmetic hand.
Fat in focus . . . Fat grafting for naturally attuned body aesthetics
Successful facial and body results from any cosmetic appearance or plastic surgery procedure are those that restore harmony and balance, retaining the ‘real you’. Which is why fat grafting, or fat transfer, continues its winning streak as a sought-after volumizing and restorative procedure from head to toe.
Da Vinci & Southern Cross
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