Your skin is your body’s largest organ. It deserves every moment of attention and care, and no one does that better than Aesthetic Options. As we walked into the clinic, the calm mood and smiling therapists assured us we were in expert hands. After we filled in our details, Dr Kajal took us to their photoshoot room to snap a few shots of our skin from various angles while doing different expressions.
The acclaimed Dr Ehlers brothers then took us for our in-depth consultations. Dr Vincent Ehlers and I went through all my skin concerns, mainly hydration and redness, as well as my current skincare routine. Here’s where the photos came in! I was guided through an extensive analysis of my skin – the good parts and what could be improved upon.
Based on this discussion, Dr Vincent suggested two sessions – a lactic peel and NCTF and Skin Booster injections. Made with hyaluronic acid and other peptides, NCTF is a micro-injection that plumps and brightens the skin, removing fine lines and dark under-eye circles. Skin Boosters are injected under the skin’s top layer (local anaesthetic is administered beforehand) to improve the skin’s elasticity, hydration, texture and overall appearance. It’s a great option to do a few days before a big event!
After Amy consulted with Dr Francois Ehlers, they decided to target her pigmentation and fine lines with a chemical peel followed by NCTF injections and Botox for her forehead.
To prep for our peels, Tumelo and Kajal took us for our dermaplaning – removal of facial hair with a blade, leaving your skin softer, glowing and better able to absorb products. The peels were a relaxing experience. The therapists were very careful while applying the products, always checking in to see if we were comfortable.
Because Aesthetic Options focuses on not just skin but overall well-being, Christelle treated us to the ‘Beauty Drip’ IV therapy. Containing the antioxidant glutathione, vitamin C and other minerals, we felt more energised and our skin glowed for days afterward.
I was excited to return to the clinic three days after our initial treatments, which gave my skin enough time to flake slightly from the peel to reveal a more radiant complexion. Dr Vincent explained the entire process of administering the injectables, from the needles to any sensations I may feel. The experience was surprisingly painless and the recovery was effortless. I only had a few bumps around my eyes, but after one to two days, my skin looked and felt more plump, my complexion was more even, and I truly glowed.
Although Amy has a fear of needles, her NCTF and Botox injections were far from scary. She felt no pain without any anaesthetic and says that a facial with extractions is far more uncomfortable! The Botox takes three to five days to activate and is fully effective after 14 days.
As someone who loves skincare but has never done any aesthetic treatments, this was an insightful, incredible experience. Not only does my skin look flawless, but I learnt more about my skin type and what products would boost its appearance. The team carefully explains every step of the process and the products they use, making sure you’re comfortable at all times. Aesthetic Options definitely lives up to its remarkable reputation.
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Website: http://www.aestheticoptions.co.za
Words: Jordyn Trollip