We all have our level when it comes to our faces. That might be a blanket refusal to all interventions – you’re pro-ageing, with a complete aversion to the idea of needles and fillers – or you might be an early adopter, embracing the newest science and technology available. Or perhaps you’re somewhere in the middle, trying to get your head around the world of injectables and surgical procedures. Sarah Halliwell shows where on the spectrum you might be comfortable, and outlines some options, while Liz Dwyer has the lowdown on what’s new and what works – wherever you draw the line … So who’s doing what, and why?
The Minimalist:
We’re all getting older. And we’re kidding ourselves if we think we can defy the effects of ageing; gravity will catch up at some point. For some, it’s about getting older gracefully, with the face you’ve earned, expression lines and wrinkles revealing the life in your years. For you, plumped-up lips are always obvious, and smoothed, expressionless foreheads make everyone look the same. You’re telling your teen daughter to be comfortable in her own skin, and want to do to the same.
Sound like you? Read this.
The Inbetweener:
You want to knock off a few years here and there, but without it being obvious. You’re open to mild treatments. For some, that includes injectables. When it comes to needles, there’s been a big rise in so-called “preventative” Botox. However, Botox is only preventative if it is kept up – once you start, you will need to continue.
Sound like you? Read this.
The Maximalist:
It’s all or nothing, and you’re all in. The science is there, so why not make the most of it? As an early adopter, you believe in keeping up with the very latest in cutting-edge anti-ageing technology, from lasers to fillers and everything in between.
Sound like you? Read this.