A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing - June 2017

Welcome to the second print edition of A2 Magazine in 2017. As always, we’ll be bringing out four issues this year, one at the beginning of each season; March (autumn), June (winter), September (spring) and December (summer).

In this issue…

• Aesthetic Procedures: Myth vs Reality. Like anything, the world of aesthetic medicine and surgery has its myths. Mandy Collins looks at some common ones and finds out the truth.
• Lip Fillers: The Art & Science Behind a Natural Result. Dr Wade Merchant provides tips for both doctor and patient on how to achieve a perfect, natural-looking pout with lip fillers.
• The Rise of Male Aesthetics. With men nowadays putting more stock in their appearance, the aesthetics and anti-ageing market is no longer seen as a ‘women’s only’ commodity – which is evident from the sharp increase of men undergoing aesthetic procedures. Dr Anushka Reddy explains why.
• Ethnic Skin Ageing: Suitable and Safe Aesthetic Procedures Ageing is a complex, unavoidable process that happens in all humans and different skin types, which often respond best to different procedures.
• Shedding Light on Pigmentation: Dr Reza Mia explores the causes of pigmentation and how to treat it.
• Seasons and Routines. Ingrid Katz relays the importance of adapting your skin routine for the cold winter climate.
• The Orthotropics Application: The Science Behind Facial Beauty. Dr Zak Schabort explains how applying a unique dental treatment modality called orthotropics can not only enhance your smile, but additionally improves facial profile and functionality.
• Plastic Teens: Surge in Adolescent Cosmetic Surgery Linked to Bullying. Andrea Muller reports…
• Facelifts in Perspective. Dr Peet van Deventer advises on how receiving emotional support from your surgeon after undergoing a facelift procedure can provide longer-lasting and more effective results.
• Insulin Resistance: Addressing Accelerated Ageing and Abdominal Fat.

And so much more!