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At a time when reality TV stars and young influencers often overdo aesthetics, leading to similar appearances, two major trends are emerging: personalization and a more natural look. These popular trends lean heavily toward non-surgical treatments. While following new trends helps you discover the latest innovations and options, it’s important to remember that not all treatments are right for everyone. 

Trends come and go, but the key to lasting beauty is understanding what makes you unique. Collaborate with your aesthetic practitioner to highlight your natural features rather than trying to change or conceal them.

Here are some tips to keep you up-to-date on beauty trends and ensure your beauty knowledge stays sharp.

The Personalization of Aesthetic Beauty

People are increasingly seeking to enhance their unique features rather than conform to a one-size-fits-all beauty standard. This trend is driven by the desire to accentuate individuality and work with natural characteristics. 

Personalized beauty involves tailoring aesthetic procedures to fit an individual’s unique characteristics, needs, and preferences. This approach considers factors like skin type, tone, specific concerns, lifestyle, and even genetics. Advances in technology, including AI-driven diagnostics, DNA analysis, and data collection through apps, have made personalized beauty solutions more accurate and effective.

Going for the natural look

Less is more. The natural look trend embraces the idea that some wrinkles and facial movement are okay and can add to one’s charm. Small, subtle improvements through injectable treatments are preferred over drastic changes. Small, gradual tweaks often yield the best results. Work with your aesthetic practitioner to make subtle changes over time rather than opting for extensive treatments all at once.

Besides injectable treatments, one should also consider superficial medical chemical peels as they are the ideal treatment for gentle exfoliation, aging prevention, brightening and hydrating the skin. While they are medical peels, they will not leave you with minimal to no downtime and will not leave your skin flaking or sloughing after the treatment, but rather with soft glowing skin. They have the perfect no downtime/ maximum result facial treatment.

Peels that Make a Difference

Sk.in Pro Peels:

  • Glycolic Peels (20% and 35%): Ideal for brightening, anti-aging, and hydration. Keep your glow without worry—just avoid the 50% glycolic in summer to protect against sun sensitivity.
  • Mandelic Lactic Acid Peel: Perfect for breakouts, sensitive skin, or rosacea. With anti-inflammatory properties and hydrating benefits, this combo will leave your skin feeling softer and smoother.
  • Kojic Acid Peel: The go-to for targeting pigmentation. Combine with glycolic or mandelic acid for a powerful, effective treatment.

The beauty industry will continue to innovate, offering valuable benefits. However, it’s important to remember that beauty is subjective. Consulting with experienced professionals ensures that you receive advice tailored to your unique features, helping you find what truly works for you.

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Dr Alek Nikolic

Dr Alek Nikolic

Dr Alek Nikolic is a renowned specialist in aesthetic medicine and is at the forefront of the latest developments in his field. With a focus on skin care, skin ingredients and cosmetic dermatology treatments such as lasers, chemical peels, Botox, and Dermal Fillers, he has performed over 20 000 procedures to date and is responsible for training many medical practitioners both locally and internationally. After receiving his MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand (1992) he went on to do an MBA at University of Cape Town (2000). With over 24 year in private practice, he has lectured and performed live demonstrations across the globe, including Bangkok, Rome, Paris, Monte Carlo, Prague, and Warsaw.  Some of his achievements include: Owner of Aesthetic Facial Enhancement Owner of online skincare store, com. Founding member of the South African Allergan Medical Aesthetic Academy Advisor to Allergan Local Country Mentor in Facial Aesthetics   Vice President of the Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine Society of South Africa(AAMSSA) Associate Member of the American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery(ASLMS).

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