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Study Stitches Mice Together to Improve Ageing Heart
Researchers have drawn on an odd experimental technique invented more than a century ago, in order to make an important anti-ageing wellness discovery. Heterochronic parabiosis involves opening a flap of skin on the side of two mice and…
New Natural Anti-Ageing Trend Helps Heart Health
There is a new trend in anti-ageing board certification whereby medical practitioners undergo further training mainly in the areas of lifestyle, nutritional therapies and bio-identical hormones as opposed to synthetics or hormones naturally…
Would You Try These Bizarre Anti-Aging Treatments?
When it comes to anti-aging, people are often prepared to go to extraordinary lengths. As long as the treatment does not damage their wellness and has some kind of positive (or reported positive) effect on their wellbeing, they are prepared…
Could You Freeze Time with This Chilling New Beauty Therapy?
Did you ever wish you could freeze time? Apparently, a chilling new beauty therapy does exactly that; using nitrogen oxide to slow down wrinkle formation. Known as Frotox or lovera, the treatment works by targeting nerves to improve your…
Young and Hormonal: Why Are More Men Taking Testosterone?
Men use the hormone testosterone to enhance their wellbeing in a variety of ways; some use it to lose weight, while others say it helps them improve their muscle wellness or energy. Either way, men in the US have touted testosterone as the…
Is Your Blood the Next Big Thing in Anti Ageing-Treatments?
Say what you like about vampires; when it comes to anti-ageing wellness, they may be on to something. A new blood treatment, known as Plasma Rich in Growth Factors (PRGF– Endoret), potentially contains a cure for painful ulcers and dental…
Sceptic Surprised by Offerings of UK’s Anti-Ageing Fair
For “The Invisible Woman”, a writer who blogs for The Guardian, anti-ageing isn’t so much a matter of your wellness as it is “cobblers”. ‘Admittedly, I wouldn't mind losing the slightly droopy jawline but y'know, that's what happens, in…
How is Your Hypothalamus to blame for the Ageing Process?
If you find yourself despairing over your anti-ageing wellness, your hypothalamus could be to blame. This is according to researchers of a new study, published in the journal Nature, who have found that this brain region controls physical…
Men Fighting the Signs of Ageing with Beauty Treatments
Gone are the days when the most attention a man paid to his appearance was a regular haircut and a daily shave. But now male grooming is fast catching up with women’s beauty as men have started to take a lot more care of their appearance.…
Could the Curse of Ageing Have a Cure?
Researchers at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the United States have reached an intriguing breakthrough into what causes us to age.
The hypothalamus is a region located within the centre of the brain, which controls our basic…
Is Your Gold Necklace Putting Your Wellness at Risk?
Your favourite gold necklace could be getting in the way of your anti-ageing programme. This is according to a new study published in the journal Nanotoxicology, which has found that gold nanoparticles from personal care products, solar…
Expert Warns Botox Stops Laughter as Well as Laughter Lines
When 27-year-old Emma Bradley, from Gloucester, tried Botox for the first time a few years ago, she didn’t realise what an impact the anti-ageing treatment would have on her emotional wellness. ‘I first became interested in Botox because I…
Unregulated Anti-Wrinkle Industry a Risk to Health
The anti-wrinkle injection industry in the UK has come under fire from public health experts. Dermal fillers or Botox are used in 90% of all injected cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK but medical chiefs are concerned that the industry…
Mitochondria: The Future of Anti-Ageing Cosmetics?
At the heart of your body’s cells are the mitochondria, small cell organelles which are essential to your proper functioning. Anti-ageing cosmetic manufacturers have developed several strategies in order to protect your mitochondrial…
How Do You Know if Your Anti-Ageing Product is Legit?
There’s a wealth of anti-ageing products out there – and wealth may be the operative world. Companies have made millions on these products, many of which have been shown to do nothing to improve your wellness. Useless supplements and…
The Amazing Supplement That Can Reverse Signs of Ageing
A pine bark extract has been hailed as the latest weapon in anti-ageing. Pycnogenol is a blend of natural and powerful antioxidants from French maritime pine bark extract that has been shown to preserve and enhance wellness.
Pycnogenol…
So, Are You Going to Die in the Next 10 Years?
Would you want to know if you were likely to die in the next 10 years? If you smoke, get winded walking several blocks or have trouble pushing a chair across the room, your wellbeing might be at risk. This is according to a "mortality…
Anti-Ageing Attitude: Does Pessimism Make You Live Longer?
Have you ever noticed that the phrase “grumpy old man” is more common than “cheery old man”? According to German researchers, there may be a reason; pessimism is a powerful anti-ageing attitude to have. A new study has found that if you are…
When it Comes to Ageing, Men are More Relaxed than Women
The results of a US survey on ageing are unlikely to come as a surprise to anyone – it seems that men are less hung up about the passage of time than women.
The poll was carried out by Allure magazine and quizzed 2,000 American adults…
Is Cosmetic Surgery the Best Way to Banish Signs of Ageing?
Growing old is inevitable. Looking old is not. Cosmetic surgery that lifts sagging and tightens sagging skin is increasingly popular and affordable.
There are many reasons why people choose to have a facelift. Obviously vanity does play…
7 Reasons to Have Cosmetic Surgery
By Lizzie Weakley
If you are considering having cosmetic surgery, you are not alone. Many people elect to have cosmetic surgery, and there are seven good reasons to have it. Your situation might fit into one of the…
New Anti-Ageing Pill Proves Ineffective In New Study
A new claim for a miracle pill that could help us live until we are 150 could be a reality, according to newspaper headlines, but a recent study suggests that these claims remain unfounded. The drugs are based on molecular research into the…
Is Cosmetic Surgery Safe? A Quick Look at Popular Procedures
Millions of cosmetic surgeries take place every single year with wonderful results, but many patients are still worried about the safety of these treatments. There will always be some risk when performing a surgery, but these cosmetic…
How to Defy the Ageing Process with a Natural Skin Spray
Time waits for no man – or woman. And while no one can slow down the ageing process, there is something you can do naturally about those wrinkles, thanks to a range of skin care products.
One product that has been hailed for its ability…
What to Expect from the Most Common Cosmetic Medical Procedures
When considering undergoing a common cosmetic medical procedure such as botox, laser hair removal, laser skin resurfacing, microdermabrasion or liposuction, it's important to be aware of what to expect out of the process and recovery.
What…
Why South Africans are Jumping on the Anti-Ageing Wagon
A new trend is being noted in South Africa for anti-ageing treatments, from wrinkle smoothers to lip plumpers, which South African’s are going crazy for, according to new research. Doug Ingram, from pharmaceutical company Allergan has…
Considering a Face Lift? 4 Things You Should Know Before Following Through
Getting a face lift is a big step, so it's important to make sure that you understand the process and recovery time before your surgery. You also need to confirm that you are a good candidate for surgery and have realistic expectations…
What Everyone Should Know About Anti Ageing
If you’re reading this article, the chances are that, like many of us, you are starting to feel concerned about the effects that aging can have on the body, and are looking for some simple, anti-ageing tips. The good news is, there are four…
Does New Peptide Improve Anti-Ageing effects of Collagen?
For years, cosmetic companies have been pedalling this and that peptide-based product, claiming that it helps to stop the signs of ageing in your skin. However, it has now been shown that Peptide MatrixylTM nearly doubles the amount of…
How to Choose Between Natural or Surgical Breast Augmentation
Some women aren't satisfied with their breast size. There are surgical and all-natural options to explore for breast augmentation in adults. Here is a quick rundown of your breast augmentation options.
Mastopexy
A breast lift, medically…