According to a recent article in the Telegraph newspaper, one in eight people who have had Botox or Dermal Fillers have trusted friends or acquaintances to administer the treatment. Perhaps more worryingly, one in twenty have resorted to performing the injections on themselves. Would you take the risk?

The results of this poll come ahead of a wide-scale review of the industry and Government is expected to respond within weeks to make significant changes to policy. Concerns over “cosmetic cowboys” have encouraged Ministers to make a commitment to a robust regulation of the industry, with patients’ safety at its core.

A Government charter is due to be launched which states that all injectables, including Botox and Dermal Fillers, should only be carried out by Doctors, Dermatologists and Nurse Prescribers within a registered clinic setting that meets all approved standards. [Read more…] about One in eight people have Botox treatments from untrained amateurs

One of our most experienced laser practitioners gives you the low-down on Laser Hair Removal from her point of view.

“The results we can achieve when it comes to Laser Hair Removal are really fantastic” comments Laura. “We have a number of class 4 medical grade lasers that we can use, which can be set up to provide a bespoke treatment for your particular needs and skin type.”

Have you had Laser Hair Removal?

“Yes, I have had Laser Hair Removal on my underarms, bikini line and legs and I was really pleased with the results. I haven’t had to shave my underarms for over a year now, which is absolutely great!”

How long does each treatment take?

“It depends on the area being treated; for a small area such as the upper lip, the treatment can take as little as 15 minutes. For full legs, the treatment can take over an hour.”

Does Laser Hair Removal hurt?

“No, it didn’t hurt me. It’s hard to describe the sensation…there is heat involved and the actual ‘zapping’ feels more like a little elastic band being pinged against the skin.”

What level of success have you personally seen?

“I would say that for myself and for those I treat, the percentage of hair reduction is between 70% and 100% permanent reduction using the class 4 medical grade lasers that we have here at Good Skin Days.”

What do you recommend as ‘aftercare’ for Laser Hair Removal treatments?

I always recommend applying an Aloe Vera gel daily to the treated area, I also suggest that my patients protect their skin from direct sunlight for 6 weeks after the treatment and avoid swimming for a couple of weeks post-treatment.

Why would you recommend Laser Hair Removal?

Of all the treatments available for removing unwanted hair, Laser Hair Removal is the most effective and long-lasting. Having a course of treatments takes some investment in terms of cost, time and aftercare, but it is by far the best if you want hair-free smooth skin all year round!

Laura Teasdale has been with Good Skin Days since 2009 and has over 12 years in the sector. She has carried out over 15,000 Laser Hair Removal treatments.

If you would like to find out more about Laser Hair Removal, why not call us on 01943 882010 or email us at: info@goodskindays.co.uk

As the leaves start falling, we tell you why now is the perfect time to start a course of Laser Hair Removal.

Now the summer is over and we’re all starting to cover up in warmer clothing, the last thing on your mind is probably how to get silky smooth skin in time for next year. In fact, now is the perfect time to begin a course of Laser Hair Removal treatments. It will usually take a course of 6 or 8 treatments to enjoy the most significant and permanent results. This is because the laser targets hair follicles that are in the ‘active’ stage of their growth. Since hair grows in cycles, which have three phases, having a course of treatments ensures that you ‘catch’ all the hair follicles with the laser, preventing regrowth.

Now would be a great time to come for a free consultation* at our medically registered clinic in Guiseley, to talk to one of our experienced practitioners and to plan in a course of Laser Hair Removal treatments for the coming months so that by the time next years sun makes an appearance, you are ready to bare your hair-free, smooth and silky skin.

More reasons to start your course of Laser Hair Removal during Autumn and Winter…

Because the skin is more sensitive to sunlight after Laser Hair Removal, we always recommend that you avoid direct sunlight and sunbeds for at least 6 weeks before and after treatment. During the cooler months, you are more likely to want to keep areas such as legs, underarms and backs (for men) under wraps anyway, so you won’t feel that you are missing out by covering up.

Because your skin isn’t usually exposed to the sunshine during autumn and winter, hairs will often be darker and your skin paler. Despite having a number of lasers to be able to choose from for optimum results at Good Skin Days, darker hairs and paler skin will always equal the maximum benefit from Laser Hair Removal.

So why not book an appointment today?  With our current special offer for Laser Hair Removal – 40% off a course of 6 treatments and 50% off a course of 8 treatments, there really has never been a better time to start!

If you’d like to find out more about Laser Hair Removal, why not call us on 01943 882010, or email us at:info@goodskindays.co.uk.

It’s not just women that walk through the doors of our clinic interested in anti-wrinkle injections these days, in fact 2013 has seen a record number of men using these treatments regularly to help delay the signs of ageing and to keep skin looking youthful and wrinkle-free.

The current economic climate is being cited as one of the factors involved in this increase, with men desiring to look younger to stand out more in an interview situation or to gain a little extra confidence that will give them a boost in their current workplace.

Botox: more than an anti-wrinkle treatment

There is also the thought that the male population is beginning to understand more about Botox® and it’s wide variety of uses, including as a remedy for excessive sweating (hyperhydrosis). Only recently we featured an article about a few of our clients who play rugby for the Bradford Bulls. We treated them in the underarm area and as sportsmen who suffered enormously from sweating, they were really surprised at the results. Read the full article here at the Yorkshire Evening Post.

One of the things that make Botox injections such a popular treatment with men is the fact that the side-effects are mild and there is no ‘downtime’ as such, so people drop into the clinic for the treatment and are able to continue with their day immediately post-treatment. There are, as with any cosmetic treatments, the chance of some side effects, but with Botox®, these are generally mild and short-lived.

Take a look at this article from US magazine Men’s Fitness to see what they have to say on the matter.

If Botox is something that you are interested in, call us on 01943 882010, or email us at: info@goodskindays.co.uk