aesthetics

Advanced Esthetics Solutions introduces the first 270W Alexandrite/Nd:YAG blended laser with a Square Spot

January 9, 2017 by CarlFrascina

Leading aesthetic product company adds Square Epil to its growing portfolio of non-surgical devices.

The latest addition to the Advanced Esthetics Solutions portfolio of non-surgery energy-assisted devices has been revealed.

The Square Epil – now available from AES – is the world’s most powerful blended laser with the first ever square spot, built in smoke evacuator and self replacement lamp system.

Receiving rave reviews from aesthetic professionals, the Square Epil offers high comfort during treatment sessions, and minimised downtime with safe and long-lasting results. Combining both wavelengths enables the practitioner to treat all skin types at speeds that are 3 x faster than its rivals.

The Square Epil has a double energy source, Alex+Yag, and has a pulse repetition of up to 3Hz. There are two options: a circular spot size up to 30mm, and a square spot size up to 27x27mm, allowing aesthetic professionals to treat a body surface equal to 14.5cm2 per second at 20J/cm2 of fluence.

The combination of Alexandrite and Nd:YAG allows the treatment of all skin’s phototypes, from I to VI, allowing the use of the device for any time of year. The one-of-a-kind BEM (Blended Emission Mode) technology allows clinicians to selectively use one laser source or combine laser beams, depending on the individual needs of patients.

Intended uses:

Hair Removal
Vascular Lesions
Benign Pigmented Lesions
Non-Ablative Photorejuvenation
Anti-Ageing
Warts
Onychomycosis

Square Epil is the latest laser from the Bios range of single lasers and multifunctional platforms based on a long pulse Alexandrite combined with long and short pulse Nd:YAG laser.

Bodyvie in Richmond, London, is the first aesthetic clinic in the U.K. to be offering the Bios Square Epil. Dr Weber from Bodyvie says:

“We are privileged to be the first clinic in the UK to offer what is probably the most powerful and fastest hair removal system in the world! Incredible versatility coupled with spot sizes ranging from 1mm to 30mm and the ability to fire up to 3 times per second; the Bios Square Epil is the Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and Bentley of lasers.”

Douglas Sykes, Managing Director of Advanced Esthetics Solutions, says:

“The Square Epil is one of the most exciting new generation of lasers to be produced, with 270W of power, a 30mm spot size producing 14.5cm2 per second enabled the practitioner to treat a full body in less than 35 minutes. The ability to change the lamp in less than one minute without the need of a call out to an engineer is truly remarkable.

“The UK has experienced an influx of discounting schemes creating a complete new culture in consumer spending – this in turn has somewhat suppressed laser hair removal prices in the last few years. The Square Epil’s ability to carry out the treatments in fraction of the time introduces back the profit margins we enjoyed years ago; the Square Epil is truly the highest return on investment on any laser out there.”

The Square Epil is available from AES now.

For more information on the portfolio of energy-assisted devices offered visit www.advancedestheticssolutions.co.uk

Product in Focus: Nithya Injectable Collagen

December 20, 2016 by CarlFrascina

Discover the latest collagen boosting injectable from Vida Aesthetics, Nithya.

Nithya: the basics

From the age of 25, we lose up to 1.5% of collagen from our skin each year. The resulting appearance of wrinkles due to the loss of our natural collagen can be mitigated by replenishing it and this can now be achieved through treatment with injectable collagen, a product designed for the regeneration and reconstruction of tissues.

Nithya collagen is produced from equine Achilles tendon tissue in a sterile environment. Nithya is a Type I collagen powder which stimulates the production of new fibroblasts to create native Type III collagen during the immunodefense responses triggered by the cell regeneration process known as mechanotransduction, a process that is fundamental in cosmetic medicine and anti-aging treatments.

When the collagen is native it reduces the presence of free telopeptides, a source of allergenicity, almost to zero. It can be defined native because it preserves the same physical and chemical characteristics typical of collagen in the living organism (same sequence and composition of amino acids, same molecular structure); the collagen protein retains its native triple helix structure and there are no free telopeptides.

The equine collagen of Nithya passed all the cytotoxicity, allergenic and skin irritability tests. The product is safe and doesn’t have any contraindications.

Nithya produces the optimal conditions to restore connective tissue. It supplements dermal bio-revitalization and assists the regeneration of connective tissue in the dermis providing perfect conditions for the physiological neo-formation of collagen and can be used for body and facial chrono- and photo-aging treatments.

Packaged in powder form, sterile, pyrogen-free and for single use, Nithya must be placed in suspension immediately before use in WFI (Water for Injection) and Lidocaine at a ratio of a 70mg vial of collagen to 4.5ml of WFI and 0.5ml of Lidocaine. Once in suspension, the product should be used immediately and any remaining following the treatment should be discarded.

Using the appropriate size needles from 32G x 2 mm up to 30G x 4 mm, the product is administered through intradermal infiltration by medical practitioners licensed to carry out such treatments. The technical skill of the practitioner is key to the success of the treatment so it is recommended that the practitioner receives specific training on the mesotherapy injection technique.

Nithya bears the CE 0373 mark and is manufactured in Italy by Euroresearch. Used in combination with lidocaine, the procedure is virtually painless and is the only commercially available Type I collagen intended for aesthetic use. Equine collagen, produced by Euroresearch, has been used in pad form for more than 20 years for its healing property on skin ulcers, open wounds, scars and pressure sores.

Equine collagen is FDA approved for wound therapy under the brand name BIOPAD. BIOPAD is produced by the same manufacture as Nithya and uses the same collagen source.

What are the advantages to using Nithya equine collagen compared to bovine collagen?

Studies have shown that 3% of the population are allergic to bovine collagen whereas equine collagen has not shown this level of adverse reaction and in fact, no cases of allergic reaction have been reported. Equine collagen is extracted from the tendon whereas bovine collagen is extracted from the hide.

This results in the equine collagen being a higher quality and purer product when compared with bovine collagen. In addition, it is Type III collagen that is extracted from the bovine hide rather than the Type I from the equine tendon. By using Type I to stimulate production of Type III collagen, the body has more control over production and distribution leading to better and longer lasting results.

The allergic reactions caused by bovine collagen are connected to the source and the extraction process. The collagen is usually extracted from the bovine derma which is a less pure source compared to the tendon, therefore during the extraction process the collagen fibre is cut and consequently this frees polypeptides which can cause allergic reactions to bovine collagen.

Equine collagen is a much more popular choice compared to bovine collagen because the amino acid sequence is more like the human one which makes it work much better with the human body and enhances the results from the collagen.

What are the differences between Type I and Type III collagen?

Type I is the most numerous in number among all collagen types. It can be found in bones, skin and intervertebral disks. It can also be found in scar tissue.

Type III is the second most abundant collagen in the body. It is closely related to collagen Type I in the terms of location and manner of synthesis. It is primarily located in the intestinal walls, muscles and blood vessels, although it can also be found with collagen Type I. Type I and Type III can be mixed together to create supplements for the skin, bone and muscle.

How do you know the animals aren’t infected?

Nithya equine collagen is a bi-product of an established industry. The animals are slaughtered for human consumption and, as with any animal entering the human food chain, are subject to rigorous checks, tests and strict processes. All horses destined for human consumption will have been monitored using a ‘passport’ scheme which will have a complete record of any drugs that have been administered, any indications of recent medications and/or drugs being administered that might render the animal unfit for human consumption.

For more information on Nithya collagen booster injections visit www.vida-aesthetics.com

Novus Medical Announced As Exclusive WonTech Distributor

July 31, 2016 by CarlFrascina

Medical aesthetic device company Novus Medical is proud to announce its exclusive distribution of WonTech devices.

Novus Medical – launched in 2016 by Jim Westwood – will be the sole supplier of WonTech devices in the UK, marking a big leap for the market-leading device company.

Director Jim praised the union of Novus Medical and WonTech, which was exclusively revealed at the FACE Conference 2016.

“We are pleased to be able to announce our distribution of WonTech under out portfolio of devices at Novus Medical,” said Jim.

“WonTech are renowned for high quality cosmetic devices and products. Developed through their significant research and development team, they have grown the domestic market through quality manufacturing and innovative product design. We’re delighted to be offering UK clinics and salons some market-leading devices,” he said.

WonTech have over 16 years of manufacturing experience for their Q Switched Nd:YAG platform and have created a very stable and high specification Q Switched Nd:YAG device, with over 4 wave lengths.

“The Pastelle is very high quality multi use platform. We have no doubt this will become a top device for clinicians across the country,” said Jim.

WonTech is also the mastermind behind UltraSkin II: one of their leading products. With a significant domestic market share for HIFU, the UltraSkin II is a versatile HIFU device that will offer clinics a broad range of treatments for both body and face.

“The key area for use in the UK will be the face as the device can deliver multi depth coagulation zones enabling a 3 dimensional lifting effect. Results for the UltraSkin II are quick without any need for the client to have anaesthetic,” explained Jim.

“This is in part due to the 1mm focal zone, which reduces pain thus increasing the clients’ satisfaction. Whilst having a 1mm focal zone is good for facial and neck lifting, it does have limitations for body contouring, as to deliver treatments to the abdomen with a single line delivery at 1mm would lead to lengthy treatment times. Fortunately WonTech have developed the HIFU Body device which launches soon,” Jim concluded.

Due to be launched in the UK later in 2016 – with a grid of 24 x 24 lines versus the 1 line delivery system with most existing HIFU devices – this will ensure effective and quick treatment times for fat reduction of the abdomen and other areas of the body for clients.

“PicoSecond technology is arriving in the UK with WonTech; expected later in Q4 2016, the PicoCare is a multi-wavelength platform. Expected to become one of the most effective and price sensitive pico second lasers, the PicoCare will be attracting lots of attention throughout 2017 and beyond.”

Novus Medical will be offering a scalable model for clinics who wish to be able to offer PicoSecond treatments to their clients.

Utliising their considerable experience in research and design the PicoCare will become a real force in 2017 for Novus Medical.

For more information visit www.novusmedicaluk.com

Clinic Reports Surge In over 60’s Seeking Fat Reduction & Botox To Mirror Mirren

December 10, 2014 by Laura Casewell

By Laura Casewell

• Actress Helen Mirren noted as ‘age-spiration’ for women in their sixties
• Enquiries into non-surgical treatments have trebled, say Cavendish Clinic & Medispa
• Body contouring and muscle relaxing injections top list of requested non-surgical treatments

The reported rise in the number of women in their sixties undergoing non-surgical cosmetic treatments is down to Hollywood favourite Helen Mirren, according to experts.

Leading aesthetic gurus believe the actress – now 69 – is reportedly behind the sharp increase in women aged 60-70 opting for treatments because of her youthful-looking skin, with one clinic calling the Dame ‘age-spiration’ to many patients.

The ‘The Queen’ star’s sleek silhouette, clear complexion, and minimal signs of ageing were the top reason for the clinic’s findings, as they labelled the rise a ‘top to toe’ seal of approval to the British star.

“We’re inundated with patients in their sixties hoping to turn back the clock with non-invasive treatments like Botox and skin tightening, as well as body contouring treatments,” explains Justine Thomas, the clinical director of Cavendish Clinic & Medispa in London.

“Women want to look their best at all ages, and Helen is a great example of a woman still in her prime.”

“Women are visiting the clinic every week holding pictures of Helen Mirren in a bikini on the beach and asking, ‘I’m in my sixties too! How can I look like that?’ We think it’s great to see a rise in gorgeous grandmas,” she says.

“Helen is that generation’s age-spiration, without a doubt.”

The private clinic – which reported the number of women opting for non-surgical fat reduction and anti-ageing treatments has TREBLED since this time last year – believes the three-fold rise shows that women 60 onwards are celebrating the milestone, and making the most of what they have with the most advanced treatments available.

“We have ladies coming to us now from all over the UK in search of the best treatments for a natural look – just like Helen’s. The days of wind tunnel-esq facelifts and liposuction being the only options to look more youthful are long gone, and we’ve entered into an age where looking youthful is more desirable than younger,” Justine further explains.

“With so many outstanding energy-assisted devices like Vanquish and Coolsculpting now available, not to mention advanced training in injectables like Botox ensuring more natural results, women that want to mirror Mirren can do so without the cost and risk associated with traditional cosmetic procedures.”

Non-surgical body sculpting treatments have been gaining in popularity, with The Harley Street Journal recently reporting a 50% increase in patients choosing energy-assisted treatments over fat reduction surgery since 2012.

For more information visit www.cavendishclinic.co.uk