Aesthetic Makeover Studio

Aesthetic Makeover Studio Our team of qualified doctors will advise you on the best treatment to make you look and feel years younger.

We specialise in Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, pain-free laser hair reduction, carboxy therapy, Slenderwonder weight loss program.

16/03/2026

Vitiligo: the skin that loves to play join the-dots!

Some spots on your skin just decide to take a little vacation from pigment, and that’s totally okay. But what’s going on behind the scenes?

Why the dots appear:
1️⃣ Autoimmune mischief:

2️⃣ Genetics & family

3️⃣ Physical trauma and stress

Treatments & Care:
Topical creams & ointments
Light therapy uses controlled UV light to encourage melanocytes to return.
Surgery or grafting – for specific cases, small skin patches can be transplanted.

Embrace & protect – Sunscreen, self-love, and confidence are the ultimate must-haves. Vitiligo is a style statement your skin makes, not a flaw.

But vitiligo isn’t just about skin—it’s about how you feel. Emotional support, counseling, and connecting with others who share the journey can make a huge difference. Your spots don’t define your beauty; each one is part of your unique story.

Your skin isn’t broken—it’s a living piece of art, and your confidence is the brush that completes it.
❤️

13/03/2026

✅PRP VS PRF

PRP and PRF walked into a clinic…
One said, “I’m quick and efficient.”
The other said, “I take my time and I’m extra nourishing.”
Same family, different personalities
Your glow-up, your choice

PRP = the espresso shot
PRF = the slow-brew cold coffee
Both wake up your skin.
Just depends how long you want the glow to last

PRP gives your skin a quick boost
PRF gives your skin a slow, steady glow
Both come from YOU — your body or rather components of your blood doing the magic

Different vibes, same goal: better skin, better confidence

Not all glow-ups are the same
PRP is fast + effective
PRF is slow + long-lasting
At the studio we don’t do trends, we do what suits your skin so it’s a bespoke tailored treatment

So to recap:
PRP: quick results
PRF: longer-lasting magic
Same source.
Different timelines.
Same goal: skin glow ❤️

11/03/2026

Cold sores and treatments

Nothing humbles you faster than a tiny viral guest crashing your lip the week you planned fillers, facials, and 200 selfies. Yes, I’m talking about cold sores caused by the Herpes Simplex virus.

Lip blush, fillers, lasers and peels can sometimes wake the drama queen virus from her beauty sleep. Prevention > panic.

So hydrate, SPF those lips, talk to your doctor about prophylactics like topical and oral antivirals and maybe reschedule that appointment if you feel the tingle.
Because the only thing that should be popping is your highlight — not a blister.

Soothe, don’t pick.
Cold compresses, petroleum jelly for moisture, and keeping the area clean help faster healing.
Picking = scarring + longer healing + viral spread.
Most cold sores crust and heal in 7–10 days. With early antivirals? Often faster and less dramatic.

Bottom line: cold sores are common, manageable, and not a skincare failure. The real flex is knowing your triggers and having a plan and postponing your aesthetic treatments .

Because the only thing going viral should be your content — not your lip. ❤️

09/03/2026

Which serum to use when part 2

Tranexamic Acid – Morning or Night
Works beautifully twice daily and pairs well with other skin brighteners.

Glycolic Acid – Night only�Sweeps away dead cells but can make skin sun-sensitive.

Topical Collagen – Morning or Night�Hydration + plumping effect.

Growth Factors – Night Skin-repair mode loves the nighttime. These help with recovery and rejuvenation

Rule of thumb:�Protect in the morning.�Repair at night.�And always, always SPF in the AM — especially if acids or retinol are in your life.

06/03/2026

Which serum when part 1

AM or PM : When do I slather on which serum?

Let’s decode the serum squad so your face doesn’t file a complaint.
Vitamin C – Morning�Your daily dose of glow + antioxidant armor.

Niacinamide – Morning and/or Night�Controls oil, calms redness, strengthens barrier.

Retinol – Night. No negotiations.�It boosts cell turnover and collagen but makes skin sun-sensitive.

Arbutin – Morning or Night�Targets pigmentation gently. Safe in the AM (with SPF!) ❤️

04/03/2026

✅Your Home Dermaroller Is Not a Wizard Wand

We love a good DIY moment… but your remember face is not a craft project.

Home dermarollers & stamps promise “clinic results at home” — what they often deliver is:
🔸 Tiny superficial injuries that just tickle the cells instead of really waking them up to stimulate collagen production
🔸 Uneven results and even PIH
🔸remember different areas of your face require different depths of needling to be effective eg deeper on cheeks and very shallow under eyes
🔸 Breeding ground for infection
🔸 And sometimes… brand-new problems you never even asked for cos the needles blunt over time

Real microneedling in clinics uses medical-grade devices and treatments guided by professionals . Your bathroom mirror is not medical school.

Also: deeper needles = deeper consequences.
Scarring, hyperpigmentation, breakouts, irritation

So before you go full “I watched 3 TikToks, so Im now a microneedling specialist ” — maybe don’t.
Your skin deserves expert care so see a qualified aesthetician

Be gentle. Be smart. Be kind to your face and leave the poking to the pros aka me!

02/03/2026

The truth is that gel and acrylic overlays don’t damage your nails.
Your behaviour does.

HOW?
• Peel them off
• Skip cuticle oil for weeks
• Use them as tools
• Ignoring lifting

Reality check:
• Over-filing = damage
• Bad removal = damage
• Picking = DAMAGE

How to keep your nails strong?
• Oil your cuticles daily
• Get infills on time
• Don’t use them as tools
• Let professionals remove them

How to actually strengthen your nails:
• Eat protein & biotin-rich foods
• Hydrate them— water & cuticle oil
• Give your nails short breaks from overlays every now and then
• Use strengthening top coats or nail serumsStop stress biting!take supplements like oral trichotin / biotin /and collagen

A very successful day of Biomedical emporium peels at the studio. The response was phenomenal and the results of these m...
26/02/2026

A very successful day of Biomedical emporium peels at the studio. The response was phenomenal and the results of these medical grade peels were amazing!

25/02/2026

✅GLOWY SKIN MADE EASY while on vacation
There really is no need to pack 20 different serums and creams when going on vacation.
Keep the routine simple
1.Cleanse
2.Hydrate
3. Serums vitc / retinol
4. Moisturize
5. Sunscreen
6.Sunscreen
7. Sunscreen
You get the picture!

Bonus glow boosters:
• sleep well
• Drink water
• Eat colorfully

Bottom line: Keep it simple, consistent, and happy — glow will follow! ❤️

20/02/2026

Demodex mites

Yes… those tiny roommates living rent-free on your face.

•They are found in your hair follicles or in skin oil glands
• They come out at night
• They nibble on dead skin
• Too many = redness, bumps, irritation
• They multiply when you’re stressed or if skin is too oily
•They multiply in humidity or if you’re too stressed
•worse in rosacea patients

How to Manage the Mites
• Tea tree–based cleansers
• Don’t overwash
• Keep your lashes clean
•Avoid heavy oily skincare
•Change pillowcases regularly
• See your aesthetician if things get real… because sometimes you need backup ❤️

19/02/2026
18/02/2026

Keratosis Pilaris: aka chicken skin :
When keratin (your skin’s protective protein) gets a little too enthusiastic , it starts blocking hair follicles resulting in KP!
Tiny bumps that look like acne

Treatment:
• Gentle exfoliation
• Moisturizers with urea, lactic acid, or salicylic acid
• Consistency

Prevention:
• Daily moisturizing
• Avoid over-scrubbing
• Short, lukewarm showers

Will KP ever fully leave? Maybe not.
But with the right care, it can stay quiet and mind its manners ❤️

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