Botox
This type of non-invasive cosmetic procedure is certainly the most popular—according to Cosmedics UK it accounted for almost half of cosmetic treatments in 2014 (five million to be exact). It consists of injections of the botulinum toxin into the skin that temporarily relaxes facial muscles, smoothening frown and laughter lines, wrinkles, and creases between the eyebrows, achieving an instantly younger look. The cost for this procedure starts at £240 per sitting. This treatment is also FDA-approved to help with excessive sweating and migraines.
Laser hair removal
It’s no secret that we all spend large amounts of time getting rid of unwanted hair—whether it’s on our face or body. Although somewhat pricey (full leg and bikini laser hair removal is currently priced at an average of £280 and £150 per sitting accordingly), this treatment promises smooth skin and permanent reduction of hair growth. It is suitable for both men and women, and results can be expected even after the first treatment—although a cycle of six sittings is strongly advised in order to sufficiently damage the unwanted hair follicles.
Dermal fillers
Perhaps the most in-demand treatment to fall under this category—not least thanks to popular TV figures—is non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as lip enhancements. Injections of hyaluronic acid, a gel-like substance that also occurs naturally in the skin and produces a natural plumpness, can be used for a variety of things from nose reshaping and chin enhancement to evening out frown lines and wrinkles. On average, the price for dermal fillers sits at £300, but this largely depends on the kind of treatment desired by the patient. Results tend to last between eight and 12 months.
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Chemical peels
Perfect for removing dead dermal cells and softening and improving the skin’s appearance, chemical peels are the right non-invasive cosmetic procedure to achieve brighter looking skin that has a soft glow. It consists of a chemical solution applied to the skin, which causes the topmost layer to exfoliate and peel off—making way for healthier skin. This procedure, which can also help with sun damage and acne, can cost anywhere between £75 and £100 per sitting.
Radiofrequency treatment
This non-invasive cosmetic procedure is especially useful for halting the early signs of aged and sagging skin. RF waves are used to heat up the skin and stimulate the underlying tissue to tighten and produce larger amounts of collagen. It is mainly used to treat areas such as the forehead, under the eyes, jaw line and neck. As with all procedures, it might have side effects such as swelling, redness and bumps—all of which should disappear after a few days. The price for this treatment is steep: it can range from £1,500 to £2,000 for the forehead and eye areas to £3,000 for the whole face.
Non-invasive liposuction
Non-invasive liposuction reduces fat by either melting it, liquefying it or freezing and destroying its cells. Laser liposuction uses heat energy from various fibre-optic lasers to damage a fat cell’s cell wall. The fatty oils contained in the cell leak out and are then re-absorbed by the body—or removed by more invasive procedures. As for cryolipolisis, fat cells are frozen and sucked up into a cold-plated cup using a vacuum. A single treatment can cost around £150, but a full course of eight treatments—which is recommended—can set you back as much as £960 on average.
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