Facial aesthetics are a quick and non-surgical way to improve the look of your skin, popular the world over. Given that there are a range of different skin types possible, can this impact which treatments are suitable for you?
Within this blog, we explore facial aesthetics for different skin types, and what treatments we have on offer here at Kiln Lane Dental to help enhance your appearance.
Why does skin type matter?
Our skin type can determine how we react to different facial aesthetics, such as Botox or lip fillers, which is why it’s essential to consider yours when choosing a treatment. Skin types can affect the following:
- Healing time
- Likelihood of side effects such as pain or irritation
- What product type and application technique you need
Ultimately, knowing your skin type helps beauticians and clinicians to customise your treatment plan and ensure your comfort before and after the facial enhancement.
What are the different skin types?
You’ll currently have one of the following skin types;
- Normal – Face is neither dry nor oily, it’s balanced
- Dry – Skin may appear dull, flaky and visibly dehydrated
- Oily – Face feels greasy and has a sheen, especially around the t-zone
- Sensitive – Skin that is more reactive compared to other types, making it vulnerable to irritation and prone to redness
- Combination – There are areas of the face that are dry (usually the cheeks), and others where it is oily (t-zone)
- Ageing – Skin that has lost elasticity, volume and moisture over time, leading to wrinkles and sagging
It’s important to note that skin type can change over time, so regular skin consultations are a good idea to ensure you know what condition your skin is in.
What are the risks of getting the wrong treatment for your skin type?
There are several issues associated with receiving facial aesthetics that aren’t suitable for your skin type – they include:
- Increased risk of irritation, redness, or swelling
- Uneven or unnatural results, such as overfilling dry skin and causing tightness
- Aggravation of existing skin conditions, like acne or sensitivity
- Longer healing periods and potential for infection if the skin barrier is impacted
- Reduced effectiveness of treatments
- Treatment effects don’t last as long as they should
- Dissatisfaction and discomfort with the final results
Luckily, a qualified beautician or clinician with years of experience in facial aesthetics can identify your skin type and recommend treatments that are best-suited to your needs.
Facial aesthetics for different skin types at Kiln Lane Dental
Here at Kiln Lane Dental, we offer a selection of revitalising and enhancing facial aesthetics, all performed by trained and qualified professionals.
Botox injections
One of our most popular aesthetic options, Botox injections are a quick, minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment that creates a youthful look by smoothing wrinkles and fine lines and preventing new ones from forming.
It works by injecting a purified protein into the skin to relax specific facial muscles and reduce muscle activity.
Botox is most suited to ageing skin that has lost its youthful, elastic appearance, given its ability to soften and prevent wrinkles.
Lip fillers
Another minimally invasive, much sought-after facial aesthetics treatment we offer is lip fillers. This type of dermal filler is used to enhance the lips and smooth fine lines around the mouth. Other reasons to use lip fillers include boosting lip volume and shape, defining the lip border and restoring fullness due to ageing.
Lip fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, which your body already naturally produces to keep the skin hydrated and plump.
These revitalising treatments are suitable for most skin types, and especially mature/ageing skin, which needs rejuvenation.
Book a facial aesthetics consultation
Refresh your appearance and regain lost confidence with facial aesthetics at Kiln Lane Dental.
Contact our helpful reception today on 01744 25776 or online to find out more about our facial aesthetics, or to book a consultation to discuss your tailored treatment plan. Our team is always happy to help and answer any questions you may have.