Stigmas have been lifted and views have shifted in the world of cosmetic procedures. As a result, more people are turning towards non- or minimally-invasive treatments to enhance natural features, rather than dramatically changing the way they look.
Here, we document a variety of treatments available today, as well as trends that are rising in this space—from facials, like one inspired by the coveted Korean “glass skin” glow, and micro-doses of Botox, to those with considerably longer-lasting effects.
A IS FOR AQUAFACIAL
Clean, clear skin will never go out of style. Enter the Aquafacial, a non-invasive facial treatment that combines deep cleansing, exfoliating and oxygenation. Results—ranging from improved texture to reduced fine lines—are said to be immediate, with no downtime.
B IS FOR BOTOX
Botox—a brand of botulinum toxin, a drug injected into muscles to prevent them from moving for a period of time and is used in treatments that minimise the appearance of wrinkles—rose to prominence in the 1990s. The brand name has become synonymous with
