September 2018 www.womanthismonth.com 48 BEAUTY | feature DOUBLE CHIN DILEMMA For every woman out there who has tried everything natural to get rid of that stubborn ‘double chin’ that just will not budge, despair not, for here’s Kybella to the rescue. Kybella is the only FDAapproved drug intended for the submental area (doctor speak for ‘double chin’). It contains deoxycholic acid which helps in breaking down and absorbing fat cells. If you’re put off by the idea of surgery, this drug is administered through multiple small injections under your chin – nothing too gory – with minimum downtime. The number of injections and sessions will be tailored to the amount of fat under your chin and your idea of an aesthetically pleasing profile. Coming soon. WHEN BIGGER ISN’T BETTER Being inactive and not getting enough exercise largely contribute to heavy, bloated legs that tend to retain fluid. However, if you do exercise frequently and see little or no change, you could consider Endospheres therapy. Non-invasive, compressive micro vibration from a vibrating device allows for pain relief, body contouring, muscle toning and lymphatic drainage. The recommended number of treatments stands at 12, with reviews boasting satisfaction with apparent toned legs. Originally used in hospitals for circulation issues, this affordable therapy makes you feel good and look good – Win-Win! Coming soon. If you can’t wait, try pressotherapy available at Al Areen Spa & Wellness. PERKY LASER ALTERNATIVE After childbirth and past a certain age, our bodies become victims of the inevitable ageing process. Although we’d love nothing more than for our once perky bits to spring back to how they used to be, that’s nothing but wishful thinking. If you don’t fancy going under the knife, the laser bra lift is an alternative to breast lift surgery. The procedure involves a carbon dioxide laser that is used to create an internal bra; your own breast tissue provides support. The procedure can be paired with breast reduction or breast augmentation procedures. The real question is, does it work? The procedure would not be encouraged for a heavy-breasted candidate as the effects would be minimal. Your surgeon will also need to evaluate you thoroughly as a potential candidate. Additionally, one cannot expect their laser bra to last forever – sadly, gravity always wins. Coming soon. TOP BEAUTY TREATMENT TRENDS Long gone are the days when looking your age or putting up with features you find unappealing was an unavoidable fact. At a time when science can give you the look you desire, Suzanne Nicholas brings you a few of the latest beauty trends – some available in Bahrain, others sure to be on the way soon. BACTERIA-INFUSED GOODNESS Contrary to what we’ve heard about facial bacteria, not all should be vigorously scrubbed away. Recent years have seen a research-driven trend in the probiotic skin care movement as we now know that some bacteria are essential to our skin’s health. These beneficial probiotics that are removed by over washing and our antibacterial cleansers, can be restored by bacteria-infused skin care products. La RochePosay Lipikar AP+ Intense Repair Moisturising Cream and Mother Dirt AO+ Mist are two products that help balance the body’s microbiome and restore a healthy state. The best part is they’re easy to find and inexpensive. Available at major retailers. LESS IS MORE An advanced Botox-based technique, Micro Botox involves using highly diluted Botox which shrinks and atrophies sweat glands and sebaceous (oil-secreting) glands, making this a unique method of treating wrinkles, fine lines and, in some cases, even acne. Unlike Botox which is injected into facial muscles, Micro Botox is strategically injected just below the skin of the face and neck. Therefore, in addition to younger, improved skin, there’s little reason to fret about facial muscles ‘freezing.’ Micro Botox treatments are said to result in smoother skin, reduced pore size, lessened oil production and, most temptingly, the results look natural. Try German Medical Centre – 17 313-555.
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