Dr Clarice van Vreden Absolute Medical Aesthetics

25/07/2025

Book your Booster Drip Today! Here's WHY!

As temperatures drop, so does your immune system's ability to fight off colds, flu, and fatigue. Winter brings shorter days, less sunlight, and a spike in seasonal illnesses. That’s why NOW is the perfect time to book your Booster Drip—your body’s best defense against winter burnout.

Booster drips are not just self-care - they are smart prevention.
Winter takes a toll on your body. A monthly drip can be the difference between powering through the season or spending it run-down and recovering.

💉 Appointments are filling fast—book your Booster Drip today and give your body the edge it needs this winter.

23/07/2025

Say hello to your smoothest, most radiant skin yet!

Introducing SKINVIVE by JUVÉDERM® – the first and only FDA-approved hyaluronic acid injectable for skin hydration from within.
- Boosts glow
- Improves cheek skin smoothness
- Enhances skin quality for up to 6 months

Ready to glow differently? Book your SKINVIVE treatment today!

17/07/2025

‼️Important Notice‼️

14/07/2025

Pixel Peel Special!

Get glowing, glass-like skin with our limited-time Pixel Peel offer!

This powerful treatment combines microneedling and a chemical peel for maximum results:
✔️ Reduces acne scars & fine lines
✔️ Minimizes pores
✔️ Brightens and evens skin tone
✔️ Boosts collagen for firmer skin

Reveal a smoother, more radiant you!
Book now — your skin will thank you.

10/07/2025

Winter Skin Woes? Let’s Fix That!

Cold air outside + dry indoor heating = one thing: dry, flaky skin.
Your skin, lips, and even scalp can feel tight and irritated during winter — but it doesn’t have to be that way!

Here are a few tips to help you get through this winter...

Say goodbye to winter dryness and hello to glowing, healthy skin!

09/07/2025

Want your anti-wrinkle treatments to last longer?

Here are 5 easy tips to help you get the most out of your treatment...

Remember - Your best results start with good aftercare!

03/07/2025

Turn that frown upside down — literally!

Frown lines? What frown lines? Smooth things over with a few well-placed units of anti-wrinkle injections and say hello to a more refreshed, relaxed you.

03/07/2025

LED Light Therapy is available at our practice. To find out more, talk to Johanette - 082 787 2398

PHOTOBIOMODULATION: THE SCIENCE OF HEALING WITH LIGHT

Photobiomodulation (PBM), commonly delivered via LED light therapy, is an evidence-based, non-invasive modality increasingly used in aesthetic and regenerative medicine.

Different light wavelengths pe*****te the skin to activate targeted biological responses at the cellular level:

🔴 Red Light (around 630–660 nm): Stimulates fibroblast activity, promotes collagen production, reduces inflammation, and accelerates wound healing.

🔵 Blue Light (around 415 nm): Demonstrates antimicrobial properties, particularly against Propionibacterium acnes, making it effective in acne management without compromising the skin barrier.

🌫️ Near-Infrared Light (810–850 nm): Penetrates more deeply to support mitochondrial function, enhance tissue repair, and reduce pain and post-procedural swelling.

PBM is commonly used adjunctively after treatments such as microneedling, chemical peels, and injectables to improve healing, minimise erythema, and optimise patient outcomes. It is painless, safe across skin types, and supported by a growing body of clinical and in vitro research.

As interest in regenerative strategies grows, PBM represents a low-risk, high-value tool in the aesthetic practitioner’s armamentarium.

⚠️ A word of caution: Not all LED devices are created equal. Medical-grade LED systems used in clinical settings deliver specific wavelengths and calibrated energy outputs backed by scientific research. Many inexpensive at-home or online devices lack sufficient power or precision, and may not deliver the therapeutic benefits seen in clinical studies. For optimal safety and efficacy, PBM should be administered using validated equipment under professional guidance.

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02/07/2025

26/06/2025

Boost your wellness, reach your goals!

Did you know our practice offers IV therapy for energy, immunity, and hydration — and expert support for slimming and weight loss?

Let’s get you feeling your best, inside and out.

Book your consultation today!

20/06/2025

UNDERSTANDING NEUROTOXIN LONGEVITY – Part 2

❓What Affects the Longevity of Botulinum Toxin? (Part 2 of 2)

📌In Part 1, we covered the role of formulation, storage, and dilution. Now, we turn to the other half of the equation: patient physiology, injection technique, and post-treatment behaviour. These elements are equally important in determining how long botulinum toxin results will last.

4. Patient Factors
Each patient’s biology plays a major role.
• Higher body temperature or vasodilation during heatwaves or exercise may increase systemic clearance.
• Long gaps between treatments allow muscle regrowth, sometimes necessitating higher doses.
• Metabolic rate, immune function, stress, hormone levels, and certain medications (like corticosteroids or aminoglycosides) also influence outcomes.
• Genetics, muscle bulk, and individual anatomy affect diffusion and duration.

5. Injection Technique

• Air bubbles in the syringe can lead to underdosing.
• Intravascular or perivascular placement may reduce local effect and increase unwanted diffusion.
• In warm weather, increased vascularity raises the risk of unintended spread.
• Dilution strategy matters. Higher dilutions yield broader spread with lower intensity, while lower dilutions give more concentrated effects but limited range.
• Experience, anatomical knowledge, and precise injection depth are essential to longevity and safety.

6. Aftercare Compliance
What happens after injection also counts.
• The first 20–30 minutes post-treatment are key as the toxin binds to the neuromuscular junction.
• Patients should avoid intense exercise, saunas, or lying flat.
• Increased circulation during this period can interfere with uptake and reduce efficacy.

📌Final Thought
Toxin longevity is multifactorial.
By understanding and managing the controllable variables, clinicians can optimise patient outcomes, support consistency, and report unexpected effects to manufacturers (with product name and batch number) for pharmacovigilance.

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