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Treating Stretch marks

Stretch marks affect both men and women, but can be exacerbated during pregnancy. Therefore, it is common for women to gain a greater amount of marks in comparison to men, particularly if they go through more than one pregnancy. They can be characterised by a change in skin colour which is normally a purple, red […]

How to care for combination skin

Having combination skin can be the most frustrating skincare types of all. If you have dry skin or oily skin, it can be easier to rectify as there are vast ingredients and skincare solutions. Whereas, having combination skin means that different areas of the face have varying problems.

Piercings and surgery FAQ’s

  WRITTEN BY ALICE VINCENT | CONTENT APPROVED FOR MEDICAL ACCURACY BY DR YANNIS | UPDATED 2023-12-18 A very common question at a plastic surgery consultation is “can I keep my piercings in during my surgery?”. The short answer to this is no.

Chemical Exfoliation: An Enerpeel

The Best Chemical Peels For The Skin.

Spot swelling: How to reduce redness

Every now and again we can grow a large pimple that can become red and sore. Below are my top three ingredients that can be used to reduce redness of a spot:

Getting a bra after breast enlargement surgery

Having new breasts can be very exciting. The size of your breast implants will mean that you will need to purchase a new bra. You will need to wait at least 4-6 weeks until your breasts have fully settled down into their new size, so you may wish to wait until the swelling has subsided […]

Hematoma After Surgery

How to minimise risk of scarring post surgery

With any surgery, there is a risk of scarring. However, at 111 Harley St. we will do our best to ensure that scarring is minimal or invisible to the naked eye wherever possible.

Benefits of surgery without general anaesthesia

The thought of having to undergo any surgery can be unnerving. It can provide life-changing results, but the build-up to the operation can evoke fears and anxiety in patients.

3 steps to reduce pore size

The desire for smaller pore size is something that many of us have. Smaller pores can create a smoother and younger looking appearance. However, smooth and poreless skin is something that not many of us are blessed with.

Changes to your skin in your forties

By the time you reach your forties, you will probably be an expert in skincare with a daily skincare routine. However, as you age, your skin goes through changes and will therefore require different ingredients so that your skin gets the most out of the products you are using.

Acne in thirties

Acne is thought of as a problem that primarily effects teens, however, it can also be just as common in adult life. You may never have suffered from acne, and all of a sudden you may experience an outbreak that is hard to get rid of.