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According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of non invasive (non surgical) has increased throughout 2008. The rising popularity of having non-invasive cosmetic treatments is largely attributed to the perception of quick, easy and relatively hassle free procedures.

Living in a world where schedules are crammed to the ceiling, it appears that taking an hour at lunch to fix those nagging problem areas has become a growing trend among society today.

It’s not only a girl thing. Guy’s (although lagging behind in the stats department) are seeking more or less the same non-invasive cosmetics treatments as the Dolls. Here are the Top 10 non-invasive cosmetic procedures and treatments…

Non-surgical for Women

1. Botox - 4.7 million women underwent Botox injections
2. Hyaluronic acid - 1.1 million women underwent hyaluronic acid injections
3. Chemical peel - 962,000 women underwent chemical peels
4. Laser hair removal - 717,000 women underwent laser hair removal
5. Microdermabrasion - 668,000 women underwent microdermabrasion
Learn more about: Non-Invasive Cosmetic Surgery

Non-Surgical for Men

1. Botox - 314,000 men underwent Botox injections
2. Laser hair removal - 174,000 men underwent laser hair removal
3. Microdermabrasion - 174,000 men underwent microdermabrasion
4. Chemical peel - 86,000 men underwent chemical peels
5. Laser skin resurfacing - 49,000 men underwent laser skin resurfacing

Find out more about: Non-Invasive Cosmetic Surgery

See the transformation of Plastic Surgery Addicted Celebs, the before and after pictures show where they started and where their bound to end up if they continue with their excessive cosmetic treatments and procedures. We’ve searched through them all and bring to you a handpicked selection of the most plastic surgery addicted celebrities. From face lifts to facial implants take a look at the wonder with our Top 10 list.

Jocelyn Wilderstine

Now this Manhatten Socialite is perhaps the poster child of anti plastic sugery campaigns world wide! Also known as the Bride of Widerstine, Jocelyns story is prehaps one of heart ache. It apperas that the once serene looking Jocelyn, underwent this drastic transformation after she caught her ex-husband in bead with another woman. According to rumors, her husband was a big lover of Lions and therefore Jocelyn transformed the way she look so so could look just like them. Carry on down this path Jocelyn and you end up looking like Best from Beauty and the Beast. Yikes! Each to their own I guess.

Donatella Versace

Part of fashion royalty Donatella Versace has had countless amounts of unnecessary procedures. Taking at look at vintage Donatella from way back in 1997, she was young, fresh faced and very vibrant. But it seems that after years of plastic surgery she’s becoming more old, dull and solemn looking than ever. Rather than enhancing her once natural beauty it looks like she’s gone completely the other way. Slightly unfair we know but the next step for Donatella is Neanderthal man!!! Piece of advice Donna, lay off the plastic from now unless you think ‘Caveman Chic’ is sooo 2009?!?

Joan Van Ark

Shooting to stardom in the 80’s with roles in Knots Landing and Dallas, it seems that Joan Van Ark has gone under the knife an infinite and one times over. Blotchy skin and painted eyebrows don’t really help the dire situation either. In fact it looks like she melting…melting away…she looks like melted cheese! You will never look at a cheese on toast or a fondue set again in the same way…ever again…sorry…

Jackie Stallone

“Yeahh Jackie”! Oh Jackie…you have become a victim of excessive celeb plastic surgery. You plastic surgery junkie you! Mother to the Sly, Jackie Stallone shows you how not to age gracefully. She was actually quite the pretty picture in her hay day, but years of surgery have left her looking far from demure. Continue on your plastic surgery spiral and the next treatment you have will leave you looking like the villain Krang from Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles. The similarities are uncanny…

Lil’ Kim

Feisty pint sized hip-hop princess lil’ Kim is a shadow of her former younger self. Fake boobs, fake cheeks, fake nose, fake eyelashes and fake hair… it may be easier and quicker to list the number of things which are real…right? Janet Jackson could easily be lil’ Kims inspiration as they do after all share the same surgeon. But we think lil’ Kim is taking plastic surgery inspiration and tips from “Sasha” from the Bratz. Yes…the Bratz as in plastic toy dolls…the similarities are uncanny wouldn’t you say so!!

Michale Jackson

No top 10 plastic surgery addicted list would be complete without a cameo appearance from the man of the moment Michael Jackson! He’s been the converted king of pop for over three decades and his ever changing face has landed him in the tabloids for most of it. Apparently, his chiselled and porcelain face was based on that of his idol Elizabeth Taylor or was it Liza Minelli?, but we seem to think that the look he’s going for is less Lizzie & Liza and more Skeletor from Thunder…Thunder…ThunderCats Hooooooo. But with his comeback tour kicking off in a few months it seems that Jacko is on the road to recovery, so in that case…we thought it best to lay off the insults and scrutiny on this one.

Pete Burns

Acid tongue transvestite and one hit wonder pop star of the 80’s Pete Burns has had far more than his fair share of cosmetic work done. His face has been starched, sculpted and pumped to within an inch of its life, rendering a perpetual motionless and highly strained expression stamped all over his face. Pete’s excessive plastic surgery love affair has landed him in a spot of bother over the years. His over buoyant lips had erupted for want of a better word and had to be stitched up pronto, and it’s been reported that he sued his plastic surgeon for £1 Million over the alleged botch up with his lip implants. Yikes!! Pete is obviously going for the Jessica Rabbit appeal. Nice try mate, but Jessica Rabbit you are not!

Wayne Newton

Wayne who?? I hear you cry…who is he? Well that’s exactly what we thought when we put together this list. Well apparently he was a young county and western type singer who shot to stardom in his childhood. Anyways, instead of aging gracefully, he seems to have a “Curious Case of Benjamin Button” effect about him. He looks younger now than he ever did as a cherub faced choir boy. Wayne Newton is sooo obsessed with his plastic surgery that he serenaded his own plastic surgeon at a Vegas gig. Keep up this carry on and you’ll end up looking like foetus face.

Joan Rivers

You have to hand it to her, TV personality extraordinaire, larger than life Joan Rivers gives it her all. But at the tender age of 75 she looks more plastic fantastic than saggy Granny. In fact, her pristine well preserved face looks as if it has been vacuumed packed and cryogenically frozen from way back in the 1940’s. In fact, we couldn’t even find a picture of what Joan would look like if she continued down this plastic surgery path. But we would like to show you how many of her classmates are looking like at her age. Yikes!!

And there you have it, our top ten list of plastic surgery addicted celebs. if you’re looking for a lil nip and tuck yourself, try to avoid using these crazed obsessed celebs as your muse. It’s far too late for them to head this advice, but to those of you out there wanting enhance your look, try non-invasive cosmetic procedure like Micro Dermabrasion, Cosmetic Laser Surgery or Dermal Fillers from all non-invasive cosmetic clinics.

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Those guys at Avon have been busy bees indeed as they have released their new breakthrough product Anew Clinical Derma-Full X3 Facial Filling Serum which promises to revolutionise the way women correct their fine lines and wrinkles.
Keeping their eyes firmly on the ball Avon has created the Derma-Full X3 Facial Filling Serum to give women an at-home alternative to costly invasive procedures.

Why all the hype? Well the Derma-Full X3 works so well because it’s:

• An ultra-concentrated and light weight formula
• It uses Hyaluronic Acid – a natural key component of healthy skin
• Designed to stimulate skin’s own filling fibres to plump up skin

Its hassle free and easy to use application means that all you have to do is smooth it over cleansed face and neck nightly. During clinical testing the results demonstrated these dramatic results:

• In 2 weeks, adds youthful definition to the jawline
• After four weeks, dramatically reduces the look of facial folds and hollowness
• Over time, restores youthful contours and adds definition to the face, jawline and neck areas

The Anew Clinical Derma-Full X3 Facial Filling Serum is available now direct from Avon Shop for £20. Making a saving of £8 and you also receive a Free Anew Rejuvenate Beauty Bonus Bag. Grab it while its hot…It will save you mega bucks in the long run.

Plum up and fill out your lips, lines and wrinkles with the cosmetic treatment Restylane. Find out all you need to know about dermal fillers and alternative products to make your lips stay forever luscious.

With celebrities and movie stars such as Angelina Jolie ,Scarlett Johansson and Jessica Alba, sporting naturally full and plump lips, it should come as no surprise that the number one most sought after non invasive cosmetic treatment is Restylane filler.

Restylane is a hyaluronic based gel which is injected into problematic areas of the face which are in dire need of plumping up…and in this case it’s the lips. The popularity of Restylane is growing so much, that it is now becoming a popular alternative to collagen replacement therapy.

So why are so many more women choosing this type of non-invasive treatment than ever before? Well we’ve found out and broken down the main reasons why:

-Natural Product: Restylane is based on hyaluronic acid, which is naturally found in all of our bodies. And because it’s a natural occurring product there’s no need to pre-test an area before its injected.

-Quick & Easy: Treatments take as little as 30 minutes to carry out. This means that you could easily fit it into your hour lunch break, or squeeze it in before a special event. The Restylane is injected using a very thin and fine needle – which makes it a relatively painless treatment.

-Great Value for Money: the results of the non-invasive cosmetic treatment can last anywhere between 4 -6 months. And 50-80% of patients find that their treatment can last beyond 6 months, this is naturally dependent of skin type, activity and age.

How does it work?

The hyaluronic acid, binds water in your skin to lift and restore the skin’s natural elasticity and volume. Restylane works together with the body’s own hyaluronic acid and joins forces to create volume and smooth out wrinkles.

The Side Effects:

The only down side of having Restylane treatment is that it could cause redness of the and very mild burning sensations on the treated areas. But these minor side effects take between 1-2 hours to completely phase out.

So pucker up and consider Restylane to fill your lips…

Restylane - Plum Up Your Lips

With strong developments in technology the treatments available for tattoo removal have become more sophisticated and effective than ever before. Meaning that the end result is flawless, leaving the skin no trace of a tattoo, marks or discoloration.

Most people who get tattoos at some stage in their life then go on to bitterly regret this decision. The top five reasons people want to get rid of their tattoos are:

- To remove the name of an ex-lover, partner or spouse

- It has become stretched, distorted or discolored

- Was a teenage decision which now looks immature?

- Was a drunken holiday bet

- To get a new job

Tattoo removal options available today include non-invasive treatments and corrective cosmetics:

Laser Removal:

The Medlite laser is the most effective and least invasive of tattoo removal. Using the energy of light to remove the ink. A hand held laser is passed over the tattooed area delivering light energy which breaks down the inks into tiny particles. Also known as Intense Pulse Light therapy (IPL) reduces them to minute fragments. These tiny fragments are then naturally absorbed through the body’s own cleansing mechanism.

Camouflage Creams:

Unlike regular makeup, camouflage makeup (also known as corrective cosmetics) is highly pigmented which allows complete flawless coverage of skin, concealing imperfections such as, post surgical redness, scarring, bruising, Vitiligo, Port Wine birthmarks, Rosacea, and in this case Tattoo’s also. Brands such as Dermablend and Covermark both offer a wide range camouflage make up products.

As the options available for tattoo removal are becoming much more sophisticated and advanced, getting rid of unsightly tattoo’s has become an trouble-free and virtually painless cosmetic treatment procedure.

Tattoo Removal - Love or Loath Your Choice?

The Body-con outfit is currently one of fashions hottest must follow trends. Sported by fashionista’s such as Cheryl Cole, Victoria Beckham, Christina Aguilera and Kim Kardashian to name a few, the body-con’s signature feature is a super tight, figure hugging silhouettes, and to pulling off this look means having a super toned body!

The essential step for pulling off this outfit is having smooth and toned legs, bums and tums. For those of you craving this look but finding it hard to shift those unsightly and troublesome bulges, perhaps VelaShape is a cosmetic treatment is the answer for you.

Celeb's in Herve Leger Body-Con Dress

VelaShape is a non invasive cosmetic treatment which contours, shapes and slims the body, giving you the opportunity to improve your lifestyle and boost your self-confidence. It is the first and only safe, effective and virtually painless FDA-cleared non-surgical medical solution for the Body Reshaping and Cellulite Treatment market.

This non-invasive cosmetic treatment can significantly reduces the circumferential size of all problematic areas commonly found on the body such as, buttocks, thighs, tummies and love handles. VelaShape works by using heat, vacuums and rollers to smooth, contour and reshape your body.

Some F.A.Q’s have been answered by leading non-invasive cosmetic beauty clinic Snowberry Lane.

VelaShape™ Overview
VelaShape™ has proven results, and works by treating both the deeper tissue and the upper layers of the skin. This results in a measurable reduction in fat layers, circumference and the appearance of cellulite. VelaShape™ offers a non-surgical, no downtime and virtually painless treatment for the Body Reshaping and Cellulite Treatment market, with proven results in as few as 4 treatment sessions.

VelaShape™ has many benefits, not just aesthetic and can give you enhanced comfort, is a convenient and quick way to treat your cellulite and boost your self-confidence.

How VelaShape™ Works
VelaShape™ features the revolutionary elōs™ combination of Bi-Polar Radiofrequency (RF), Infrared Light Energy, plus Vacuum and Mechanical Massage. The combination of infrared and conducted RF energies precisely heats the dermal and the hypodermal tissue within the target treatment area. The precise heating ensures a safe, effective, fast treatment with no downtime. Vacuum and specially designed rollers for the Mechanical Massage smooth out the skin to facilitate safe and efficient heat energy delivery. By doing this, it increases the metabolism of stored energy, increases lymphatic drainage and reduces or shrinks the size of the actual fat cells and fat chambers.

What Are The Results Gradual smoothening of skin’s surface with a noticeable reduction in cellulite and Circumferential Reduction, with noticeable reshaping of the treated area.

In a clinical multi-center study, 85% of the treated areas have reported Circumferential Reduction of thighs of at least 1cm; ranging up to 7.2cm in reduction.

Why have VelaShape™
• First and only FDA-cleared non-invasive medical solution for Circumferential Reduction
• Virtually painless non-surgical and non-invasive treatment resulting in no downtime - you can return to your daily activities immediately following treatment
• The precise heating of the targeted treatment area ensures a safe and effective treatment
• Effective on all skin types and all skin colors
• Uses no drugs and has no side effects

So, if it’s the Body-con outfit you want or the bikini body you after for the summer, perhaps considering VelaShape may be the option for you. Find out more about VelaShape and other non-invasive treatments at the Snowberry Lane Clinic.

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Have your breast lost shape and need some volume? Do you have uneven shaped breasts? Do you want a hassle free procedure to correct these problems? Is your bum sagging and in a need for an uplift? Does this sound like you?

In that case perhaps Macrolane VRF is the solution for you. Macrolane VRF is a new innovative and revolutionary cosmetic treatment to re-contour the uneven parts of your body. Macrolane is a non invasive cosmetic treatment which uses hylaronic acid to plump out smooth and contour your body.

The common areas which Macrolane can successfully treat are the Breast (enhancement and shaping) Post liposuction concavities, Calves, Buttocks and Male Chest Shaping (Pecs).

Unlike other cosmetic procedures to correct breast shape Macrolane is a non invasive treatment, which means no cutting and no scaring. In fact Macrolane treatments are so simple and straightforward that they can be done during a lunch break from work.

Macrolane - Before and After

Macrolane is an injectable cosmetic treatment, much like dermal lip fillers which are injected into the areas that needs re-contouring. For example, those undergoing the treatment for breast reshaping will have two areas in the crease of underneath the breast which will be injected. The same is similar for those who undergo the treatment for the buttocks. Macrolane VRF uses hylaronic acid which is a product found naturally in the body.

Macrolane treatments take approx 1hour – 1.5 hours to carry out. And the results of the treatment take effect instantly. As Macrolane is a non invasive treatment, and because of this, there is no need for an over night stay, so you can resume your daily routine as soon as the treatment is over. The results from your Macrolane treatment should last between 12-18 months. As the treatment is not permanent, to maintain optimum results a yearly to-up is advised. For more infomation on this procedure and much more visit Snowberry Lane

Study shows that employers are becoming more concerned with looks when it comes to the workplace. I understand, if you’re in the service industry, stewardess, sales person, or real estate agents good looks is part of the sales kit. But what about those of us who sits in front of a desk and face a 17” all day? Study suggests that companies are now putting a greater emphasis on staff’s physical appearances, even for accountants. Accountancy firms have taken the plunge and encouraging employees to loosen up the tie to adopt more stylish and fashionable attires.

“It seems like looks are just as important as GCSE results when it comes to hiring staff”. Report has shown that companies are now becoming “lookists” in the workplace. But, would you blame them? Having an eye candy around surely boost work morale, right?!

With a reported salary difference up to 15% between the best and worst looking employees, I’ll think again before going to work without my makeup on!

Source – Do your looks matter at work?

Does this sound like you…
Searched high and low for cosmetic surgery procedures to remove those flabby underarms, but too scared to go under the cosmetic knife?

Well don’t fear as I’ve learnt of a new procedure called SmartLipo. It’s a stitch-free lipo without bruising or the need for general anaesthetics. It’s a gentle non-invasive laser procedure that only takes around 20 minutes, and the best thing is, there’s no need to be laid up in bed.

This sounds too good to be true, right…

Well, I found this piece on SmartLipo from Snowberry Lane, who were one of the first few clinics in the UK to offer SmartLipo.

How does SmartLipo procedure work? How effective is it?
SmartLipo uses a fine canula (1mm. diam.) to deliver a safe, powerful laser to heat fat cells, causing them to break down. The fat deposits are simply absorbed by the liver and disposed of naturally. At the same time, the laser seals-off minor blood vessels and stimulates collagen production to give a smooth, sculptured finish.
SmartLipo is perfect for eliminating the common ‘problem areas’… tummy, knees under-arms, buttocks, back, chin etc. The overall result depends on the severity of the area to be treated, but dramatic improvements are usually seen approximately 6 weeks after treatment - with final results in about 6-12 months.
It doesn’t have immediate results; I guess it’s the trade-off between a 3-week bed-rest & horrifying bruising vs. 3 months delay.

Would I be left with orange peel skin in the treated area?
No. The laser seals-off minor blood vessels and stimulates collagen production to give a smooth, sculptured finish.
It comes with a bonus at no extra cost!

Is there any side-effects?
Minor bruising or discomfort may occur in the short term. Antibiotics are given to prevent infection. Also, a local anaesthetic is applied to the area to be treated and the procedure is virtually painless. In normal circumstances there is no health risk associated with the SmartLipo. An initial consultation will be given by a trained specialist to assess the suitability.

How much does a SmartLipo procedure cost?
Overall cost depends on the extent of the treatment. Again, this will be discussed during initial consultation.
I’ve had a look online and depending on the amount and areas to be treated, the procedure is priced around £2000 ~ £4000. It’s not much cheaper than the traditional liposuction surgeries, but again, it’s less invasive.

Of course, it’s after all still a cosmetic procedure and I don’t think should be taken lightly.

Here are some articles that you could read up on if you’re interested, Snowberry Lane, Lipo in your lunch hour

Prepare yourself for the next summer without sweating bullets on a treadmill or working with those dumbbells!!

Sources: Snowberry Lane Clinic, Times Online

Whether they deny it or not, there’s no hiding the truth, celebrity nose jobs are as popular as ever. The key to getting the right look which suits a face is getting the right proportions. The ‘new’ nose must compliment features of a face i.e. eyes, cheeks, chin etc. Now, picking the best celebrity noses hasn’t been an easy job by far, but we’ve managed to round up the top 10 successes:

10 – Jennifer Aniston
9 – Gwen Stefani
8 – Jennifer Lopez
7 – Gwyneth Paltrow
6 – Scarlett Johansson
5 – Cameron Diaz
4 – Ashley Simpson
3 – Halle Berry
2 – Giselle Bundchen
1 – Marilyn Monroe

So Marilyn Monroe wins the contest for best Nose. But the key to these successful nose jobs is that they all look natural. No excessive work has been done. And more importantly they don’t look like circus freaks (sadly Michael Jackson and Pete Burns we’re too late to heed this advice). A slight subtle change to your nose makes the difference between looking like a magnificent Marilyn Monroe or a loopy Latoya Jackson!!!! (EEEKKK)