The excitement of Christmas has faded away, replaced by a new year! We often see this as a new start and a chance to reset, as we abstain from bad foods, alcohol and an unhealthy lifestyle. We start a diet instead or take up running. However, you want to be careful with this ‘new year new me’ philosophy!
There’s one big problem with this mindset – it doesn’t work! Studies show that 23% of people give up on their New Year’s Resolutions after one week, while 43% expect to give up before the end of January. In fact, less than 10% of people successfully continue with their new lifestyle!
‘New year new me’ won’t motivate you for very long, especially after a slip-up. You need a plan for a long-term goal because you can rarely make lasting changes based on an impulse. As a dentist, I believe in making small changes, which culminate in significant improvements.
Take alcohol for example. From a skin perspective, we’re in favour of reducing your intake. Too much alcohol dehydrates the skin and reduces elasticity, leading to fine lines, creases and a dull, dry complexion. It can also give rise to conditions like psoriasis and rosacea, to say nothing of the increased risk of skin infections. On the other hand, going cold turkey can be a mistake. It doesn’t allow any flexibility for what can be a big lifestyle change (depending on how much you’re used to drinking). Similarly, you might be invited to a social event and feel like you’re unable to enjoy a drink, leading to regret, resentment and an eventual return to bad habits.
Instead of being stern with yourself, follow a little-by-little approach. Try giving up alcohol during the week and allowing yourself 3-4 units at the weekend or at a party. It may feel like a little change, but imagine the impact after one, two or three months! You’ll be in a much healthier state, without the inevitable disappointment caused by the ‘new year new me’ attitude.
There’s more to January than giving up bad habits. Many of you contact me in the winter, asking me to restore your faces after the festive period. You might be searching for a quick fix, hoping that I’ll turn around and present you with a miracle cure. We have some excellent treatments at No. 4, including luxurious Hydrafacials and healing light therapy, but they’re not magic. I can’t solve all your problems with the wave of a wand or give you an undetectable treatment with no downtime.
We’re not here to transform you into your ‘new year new me’ ideal. We’re here to walk alongside you as you seek to renew your skin and age well. Ageing well takes commitment, much like a New Year’s Resolution, which is why we encourage you to stop and think about the best ways to achieve your goals.
We’re partners, you and me. You trust me to listen to you, identify your main concerns and then come up with a plan. I might direct you to Su’s Skin Program, ideal for investing in your future complexion. Alternatively, I might point you to my own skincare plan, perfect for combating signs of ageing and menopause. Through 12 in-depth sessions, I’ll boost your collagen production, reduce fine lines and soften wrinkles, helping you achieve a healthy, glowing appearance.
Are you ready to take the first step? Then contact us to book a consultation! It’s the best opportunity to find the right treatment.
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Fat loss treatments are incredibly popular, especially for pockets of fat which just won’t shift, no matter how well we eat or what exercise regimes we follow. However, stories of negative experiences with specific procedures might cause us to doubt their safety. I think it would be a shame to give up on the benefits of all fat loss treatments, so let’s investigate.
80s supermodel, Linda Evangilista, would strongly discourage fat freezing as a form of fat loss treatment. She recently came forward to share her story. Linda claims that her CoolSculpting® treatment left her disfigured when she suffered from a side effect that increased, rather than decreased, fat in the affected areas. The complication, medically termed paradoxical adipose hyperplasia (PAH, not to be confused with pulmonary arterial hypertension), meant that she managed to gain rather than lose fat in critical areas, despite dieting and exercising.
Such complications are rare, but it caused her great distress. No matter how infrequently a problem occurs, I believe the experience of the individual matters greatly.
PAH only occurs in 0.0051% of patients, suggesting that by and large what Linda went through is not a likely outcome for this fat loss treatment, although no unifying risk has been identified with this FDA-cleared treatment.
However, there is good news in the world of fat loss treatments! Something new has appeared to shake up the world of body contouring and it’s coming to my clinic soon! What’s more is that it’s a safe, painless treatment that can be done in your lunch break.
Introducing the Emerald Laser by Erchonia, the future of fat loss and body sculpting! It is a non-invasive fat loss laser that works with your body. It is the only technology that has been given FDA market clearance for overall body circumference reduction in patients with a BMI of over 30. The laser works as an alternative to the painful fat loss treatments that are currently on the market by using a non-thermal, low-level laser to create a temporary pore in the fat cells. This temporary pore allows the liquid fats to seep out of the cell and be naturally flushed out through your lymphatic system.
Yes! Instead of destroying fat cells that are vital for hormone regulation and metabolism, it reduces their volume. This process actually speeds up and improves the way your fat cells work, improving overall health and eliminating inches in the process. Some studies show that some lost a total of 6 inches after 10 treatments!
Studies also show an improvement in the appearance of cellulite. My own cellulite has been the bane of my life since my late teens and being able to target it, as well as take inches off my thighs is an added bonus.
The Emerald Laser has been tested thoroughly, undergoing numerous multi-centre clinical studies to gauge its efficiency and has achieved unrivalled results. Erchonia holds 18 of the 21 US market clearances for low level lasers!
Experience the benefits of this relaxing and painless 30 minute treatment by signing up to our waiting list for introductory rates for release treatment packages at my clinic.
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