Lines and wrinkles consultation

Lines and wrinkles form for several reasons: sun exposure, smoking, the natural ageing of the skin, and expressions we make over and over, such as squinting and frowning, which over many years can leave lines that stay.

There are many ways to soften how they look, from daily sun protection and skincare to clinic treatments such as peels, microneedling, laser and fillers. The right option depends on the type of lines you have, where they are, and your health.

Your consultation is the place to work that out. We'll look at your lines, talk through what bothers you, and explain the options that may suit you, including what each involves, its risks and its cost.

If no option is right for you, we'll say so.

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   Step 1: Your concerns

   We ask which lines bother you, and what you'd like to change.

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   Step 2: Your health

   We take a full medical history, including any medicines, allergies and past treatments.

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   Step 3: Your skin

   We look closely at your lines and your skin, because this affects which options may help.

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   Step 4: Your options

   We explain the options that may suit you, including what each involves, its risks, its recovery and its cost.

Before any treatment

Every treatment carries some risk. For any option we discuss, we'll explain its common, less common and rare side effects, and what to do if you're worried afterwards.

Looking after your skin

Sun exposure is a major cause of lines, so daily sun protection matters whatever you choose.