COSMETIC TREATMENTS Everything you need to know

How painful is Botox? Can you afford dermal fillers, and how much of a difference will they really make? And what exactly is a ‘vampire facial’? Dr Nel explains.

Dermal fillers

‘These are my speciality and one of my favourite treatments!’ says Dr Nel. ‘Dermal fillers are 99% pure HA – hyaluronic acid – a natural building block of collagen in the skin. They’re comprised of a soft gel substance that’s injected with a very fine needle into different aspects of the skin. Although it’s generally known that fillers have the ability to ‘lift’, they actually ‘push’ certain areas too.’

WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT FROM THE RESULTS?

‘Dermal fillers give absolutely stunning results if done in moderation and placed correctly. Together with other treatments, it’s possible to obtain perfect results,’ explains Dr Nel. They’re especially useful for treating:

>> Facial areas with volume loss

>> Lifting a brow

>> Enhancing cheeks and chins

>> Softening