Skin Tweakment Trends

Skin health has always been the focus of Doctor Joanna Romanowska at Auckland’s Clinic 42 Her goal with each patient is a bespoke approach to skin rejuvenation using multi-layered treatment options. “Recently, there has been an increased focus in the wider medical cosmetic industry on skin appearance rather than shape and expression. This is very pleasing as it fits well into our philosophy of maintaining healthy skin, especially in New Zealand with our high rates of sun exposure and skin cancers.” With an arsenal of tools, Romanowska considers more than wrinkles in the quest for skin rejuvenation. “Facial expression, shape and contour can be addressed by tox treatments (Botox, Dysport, XEOMIN and the likes) and skin fillers, but having attractive features under a dull, dry, blotchy skin canvas detracts from the overall appearance.” Romanawska believes healthy skin is less likely to develop solar keratoses (age spots) and non-melanoma skin cancers. “For doctors, skincare advice has always been a priority. That includes topical anti-oxidants (vitamins A, B3, C, and E) and skin treatments like dermal needling, mild peels, injectable hyaluronic acid, and collagen simulators. There has also been a rapid increase in options for injectable hydration. “Restylane Vital, Teosyal Redensity, Belotero, Revive, Profilo, spread under the skin, drawing water to themselves, hydrating the surrounding tissues, making the skin softer, plumper, brighter and healthier. Profhilo and Structura also achieve the above while supporting stem cell activation. With these, we may see improvement in pigmentation following several treatments, which has been difficult to achieve with other modalities.” Collagen-stimulating options are also on the rise. “Sculptra and Radiesse tighten the skin and improve appearance via a different pathway to the instant hydration from hyaluronic acid. At the same time, Rejuran (with polynucleotides) and Sunekos (with amino acids) are collagen and elastin stimulators.” Romanowska is also excited by new skincare ingredients, including amino acids, that boost the repair of ageing and sun-damaged skin. “All this new technology is confusing, which is why a doctor with clinical expertise and experience is key in assessing the needs of individuals and then setting an appropriate plan for treatment order, as well as time frames, depending on the skin’s condition and age.” To read the full article on the BeautyEQ website follow the link below.