Rejuvenate your décolletage with Radiesse -A Game-Changer for Youthful Skin

Hi everyone,

When it comes to skincare, we often dedicate our time and effort to maintaining the youthful appearance of our face, but what about the delicate skin of the décolletage? This area, which includes the neck and upper chest, is just as prone to signs of ageing as the face, think fine lines, wrinkles, and thinning skin. Thankfully, there’s a powerful solution to restore a smoother, firmer décolletage: Radiesse.

In this blog, we’ll explore how Radiesse works, its long-lasting effects, and why it’s becoming a go-to treatment for rejuvenating the décolletage.

How Does Radiesse Work?

Radiesse is a dermal filler made from calcium hydroxylapatite (CaHA) microspheres suspended in a water-based gel. Unlike traditional fillers that simply add volume, Radiesse works on two levels:

1. Immediate Results: When injected, Radiesse provides an instant lifting and plumping effect, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and crepey skin.

2. Collagen Stimulation: Over time, the CaHA microspheres stimulate your body’s natural collagen production, improving skin texture, elasticity, and firmness long after the initial treatment.

This dual-action approach makes Radiesse a standout option for addressing the unique challenges of ageing skin in the décolletage area.

How Long Does Radiesse Last?

One of the most impressive features of Radiesse is its longevity. Patients often enjoy the benefits of Radiesse for 12 to 18 months, depending on individual factors like metabolism and skin condition. The initial plumping effect is immediate, but the collagen-stimulating benefits continue to develop over several months, offering long-term improvement in skin quality.

How Does Radiesse Benefit the Décolletage?

The skin on the décolletage is thinner and more delicate, making it particularly susceptible to sun damage, wrinkles, and volume loss over time. Radiesse addresses these concerns by:

• Smoothing Fine Lines and Wrinkles: The filler’s immediate volumising effect reduces the appearance of wrinkles, giving the skin a smoother, more youthful look.

• Improving Skin Elasticity: By stimulating collagen production, Radiesse helps restore the skin’s natural elasticity and firmness.

• Enhancing Skin Texture: Over time, Radiesse improves the overall texture of the skin, making it look healthier and more radiant.

Is Radiesse a Filler or Collagen?

Radiesse is technically a dermal filler, but it’s much more than that. While it provides the immediate volumising benefits of a traditional filler, its unique ability to stimulate collagen production sets it apart. Think of Radiesse as a hybrid treatment, it’s both a filler and a collagen stimulator, offering immediate and long-term results. I dilute the product so it can be evenly spread in the area. This treatment is done via cannula (it's blunt)... not really painful, just feels a bit odd. I recommend two treatments 6 weeks apart for optimum results.

How Long Does It Take for Radiesse to Stimulate Collagen?

While you’ll notice an instant improvement in the appearance of your décolletage after your Radiesse treatment, the collagen-stimulating effects take a bit longer to develop. Most patients see significant improvements in skin quality within 4 to 12 weeks as the body produces new collagen. These results continue to build over time, leaving you with firmer, smoother skin that looks naturally rejuvenated.

Why Choose Radiesse for Your Décolletage?

Radiesse offers a unique combination of immediate results and long-term skin rejuvenation, making it an ideal choice for treating the delicate décolletage area. Whether you’re concerned about fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of elasticity, Radiesse can help restore a youthful, radiant appearance that lasts. If you’re ready to give your décolletage the attention it deserves, why not book a consultation.

In Conclusion

Your décolletage deserves just as much care and attention as your face. With Radiesse, you can rejuvenate this often-overlooked area and enjoy smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin. If you’d like to learn more about Radiesse or explore other treatments for skin rejuvenation, get in touch with us today. We’re here to help you feel confident in your skin at every stage of life.

With love,

Dil x

Say goodbye to pigmentation, rosacea and vascular lesions, Say hello to Lumecca Peak IPL!

Hi everyone,

Amy and I are excited to share with you the NEW Lumecca Peak from Inmode, right here at the Medi-Shed.... it's powerful!

What sets Lumecca Peak apart from other IPL devices is its superior power and precision. Lumecca Peak by Inmode, is an advanced version of traditional IPL technology, designed specifically for targeting pigmented lesions (such as sunspots and freckles) and vascular lesions (like spider veins or rosacea). IPL treatments work by delivering pulses of intense light to the skin, which are absorbed by the pigmented or vascular areas. The heat from the light breaks down the pigment in the skin or destroys the blood vessels, allowing the body to naturally remove them over time. If we are treating your vessels there can be a few days of downtime, but nothing that a little makeup can't cover up.

It's considered the most powerful IPL system currently available on the market, allowing it to achieve results more quickly and with fewer sessions compared to other IPL treatments. The Lumecca device operates with three times the energy output of traditional IPL, making it highly effective for a variety of skin concerns.Whether you're dealing with sun damage, broken capillaries, or age spots, Lumecca Peak can help restore a smoother, more even complexion.

What areas can be treated?

One of the standout features of Lumecca Peak is its versatility. It can be safely and effectively used to treat a wide range of areas on the body.

Face: To reduce the appearance of sunspots, age spots, and redness caused by conditions like rosacea.

Neck and décolletage: Ideal for treating sun damage and discoloration in the often-exposed skin of the neck and chest.

Hands: To diminish visible signs of ageing, such as liver spots or other pigmentation.

How many sessions are recommended?

The number of sessions required for optimal results with Lumecca Peak will depend on the severity of the pigmentation or vascular lesions you're looking to treat. Up to 3 sessions generally.

For pigmented lesions, such as sunspots or age spots, many patients notice a significant improvement after just one session. However, 2-3 sessions spaced about 4 weeks apart are typically recommended to achieve the best long-term results and to target deeper pigmentation.

For vascular lesions, like spider veins or rosacea, more sessions may be needed depending on the size and depth of the affected blood vessels.

Each session is relatively quick, taking about 30/40 minutes depending on the size of the area being treated. Patients can expect some mild redness or sensitivity following treatment, but this generally subsides within a day or two. If we are treateing vessels down tome may be up to a week, but you can use makeup to cover up!

Here are some of our current patient testimonials:)

Skin scanning to track your progress

As a clinic we like to scan your skin using our observ 520x prior to starting your lumecca peak treatments. Seeing is believing with the Observ 520x, you will reach the next level of skin consultations and optimise treatment plans to achieve incredible results.

Ideally a course of three Lumecca peak sessions are advised, however you'll see great results after the first session. I hope you've found this blog informative... as ever though, consultation is key with any medical aesthetic treatment.

With love Dil x

'It's time to upgrade your skin forever' 

It's Good To Talk:)

Hi everyone,

At The Medi-Shed, we believe that true beauty comes from feeling good on the inside as well as the outside. If you're finding things heavy or challenging, know that you're not alone. Talking to someone who understands can make all the difference.

As we start a new year, it’s worth noting that around 1 in 8 people in the UK are currently undergoing some sort of talking therapy, and nearly a third of adults have sought help from a counsellor or psychotherapist in the past 12 months according to the British Association of Counselling Professionals (BACP), while the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) has just released this survey indicating talking therapy has the greatest impact on mental health. If there was any remaining stigma around seeking therapy, 2024 certainly put paid to that. According to the BACP the five top reasons for seeking therapy are as follows: help with stress and anxiety, depression, improving self-esteem, dealing with specific trauma and/or PTSD and grief associated with relationship loss. 

Our therapist, Kurban Kassam, is trained across multiple disciplines which means he can work with your issues through a mixture of treatments. Having trouble relaxing? Maybe try some guided meditation and breath work or event some art therapy. Do you want to explore your true feelings and emotions more?

He could try an experiential technique called Gestalt. Do you have specific behaviours which you want to understand better? You may want to work together using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Dialectical behaviour therapy. He will always work together in collaboration to choose the treatment that’s appropriate for you, and will move between them as seamlessly as possible will exploring underlying causes as and when appropriate in a compassionate framework.

My brother Kurban offers a safe and supportive space to help you navigate life's ups and downs. It's not just about aesthetics, it’s about holistic care for your mind, body, and soul.

If this resonates with you or someone you know, feel free to reach out. Taking that first step is a courageous act of self-care.

For more on Kurban’s profile, please see https://www.drdil.co.uk/wellbeingtherapy. Our preference is to see you in person at least during the initial stages, and Kurban is available for online appointments too. We look forward to welcoming you to the Medi Shed. 

With Love,

Dil x