Entries by Karen Howell

How Long Does Laser Hair Removal Last? Truth vs Myths

One of the most common questions are asked by prospective laser hair removal clients is “is it permanent ?”  and a quick search of the internet will reveal a whole raft of mixed messages—some claim it is permanent, while others insist the hair comes back. At Hough Green Clinic, we believe in clear, honest advice, […]

Treatments for the delicate eye area

It is never too early to start looking after the delicate eye area. Daily treatment with a cream or serum specifically for the eye area is essential to prevent signs of ageing. The way the treatment is applied and the amount are key to the long term condition, appearance and health of the skin around […]

Venus freeze for tighter, lifted and smoother skin to the face and neck

Venus Freeze uses pulsed magnetic fields and radio frequency to gently heat the skin to tighten the skin of the face and neck. Heating the tissue beneath the skin stimulates the production of fibrin and elastin resulting in smoother and firmer looking skin. It also encourages the body to produce more collagen and elastin fibres. […]

Dehydration – Cause and Remedies

Our skin has a very clever built in barrier that locks in moisture. However, if this barrier is damaged or impaired in any way the skin will struggle to retain moisture. Signs that the barrier is damaged are dull grey looking skin, increased lines and wrinkles, puffiness around the eyes, tight feeling skin, dry and […]

The Power of Peptides

Skincare advice with Jane Bryant, from the Hough Green Clinic A peptide is a short chain of Amino Acids that act as cell communicators, triggering a precise response in certain skin cells. That instruction is specific to the order that the Amino Acids have been formulated. The instruction for the peptide is how the skin […]

The menopause and effects on our skin

Hot flushes, weight gain, night sweats, forgetfulness, mood swings – as if the menopause was not challenging enough, women also have to deal with problems and changes with their skin. As women approach the menopause, average age around 51, their oestrogen hormone level starts to drop due to the slowing down of ovarian activity. The […]