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CoolSculpting – bringing the cool factor to everybody

December 4, 2023

When it comes to non-invasive cosmetic procedures, CoolSculpting lives up to its ‘cool’ name for more than one reason. Not everyone seeking greater body contouring and body sculpting is willing to undergo an invasive cosmetic surgery procedure, such as liposuction, nor can everyone lock in the recovery downtime. CoolSculpting, or cryolipolysis, is the sought-after lunchtime procedure and non-invasive alternative that continues its rise in popularity, permanently destroying fat cells from the outside in, and gently sculpting and contouring the body.

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maximising rejuvenation – gaining the most from appearance medicine procedures

November 10, 2023

The rise of non-invasive appearance medicine treatments has been exponential this past decade. This year, ASPS, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, revealed a 73% increase in Botox injections and a 77% increase in non-invasive fat reduction treatments from 2019 to 2022, in its annual report. With the ease of many lunchtime treatments, and no need for anaesthesia or downtime, it's little wonder non-invasive cosmetic treatments continue to soar in popularity.

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Breast Reductions a boost for body, empowering wellbeing

October 9, 2023

Breast reduction surgeries are on the rise bringing a boost to people worldwide. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons reported a staggering 54% increase in cosmetic breast reduction surgeries from 2019 to 2022. What these numbers reflect is both an individual and societal change.

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder – Blepharoplasty tightens, harmonises and restores

September 7, 2023

Cosmetic rejuvenation that restores a more youthful – and natural look – is what many of us are eyeing up. Blepharoplasty – or an eyelift – is an ever-popular cosmetic surgery procedure because of its ability to tighten, balance and harmonise.

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Lose the fat, gain in the body department – Liposuction a tried-and-true cosmetic procedure

August 14, 2023

Losing those stubborn kilos is a battle many of us face. With exercise and dieting failing to turn the tables on those fatty deposits that lurk on the tummy, hips, thighs and buttocks. Fortunately, all is not lost, liposuction can rid fat in hard-to-shift places, earning its title as the world’s most popular cosmetic surgery procedure, according to new data published by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

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Neck in line – restore the contours, reduce the sag

July 5, 2023

The neck line is a notoriously challenging area to keep in check. Aging, genetics and weight loss can all contribute to loose skin, that double chin and sagging jowls. Unfortunately, diet, exercise and lotions and potions won’t always come to our restoration rescue.

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Da Vinci & Southern Cross

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