While many of us fear anti-wrinkle treatments, The Harley Clinic has multiple tips and tricks that allow you to control the process. 

How are wrinkles formed?

Young youthful skin is full of collagen that keeps your skin plump and elastic. As we age, the structure of the collagen weakens and becomes less elastic.

Additionally, sun damage as well as all the smiling, laughing, squinting and frowning we do places greater stress on the production of collagen, thus producing fine lines and wrinkles.

What are the best ways to prevent the ageing process?

There are multiple things that we should be doing to protect and prevent our skin from damage and it all begins with a healthy skin routine.

At The Harley Clinic we recommend that you remove any make-up before going to bed. It is important that you cleanse morning and night, and apply a moisturiser suitable for your skin type as well as using an SPF30+ sunscreen daily.

Additionally, applying anti-ageing serums (rich in vitamins such as vitamin A, B and C) and using face masks regularly will leave your skin feeling supple and glowing.

What treatments are available and how long do they last?

If you find that you have been using these preventative methods for years and you are ready to take the next step, The Harley Clinic can guide you with a free skin consultation. Our highly trained clinicians will complete a thorough review of your current skin regime and build a targeted treatment plan to ensure you start seeing improvements in skin texture, tone and health.

Non-surgical skin tightening

A non-surgical face-lift is a procedure that aims to restore your skin’s texture and facial definition, making you appear more youthful. The Harley Clinic uses only the latest technology – including Ultraformer III.

Ultraformer targets your skin at four different depths, thereby assisting in the stimulation of collagen while tightening your facial muscles.  

We suggest this treatment be repeated after three months. This will extend the life of the results. After these initial treatments we recommend a 12-monthly review and possible re-treatment to ensure the constant stimulation of collagen.

Anti-wrinkle treatments

An anti-wrinkle treatment at The Harley Clinic involves a thorough evaluation of your skin and personal goals. Our medical team has years of experience and training, ensuring that you not only receive the best outcomes, but your safety is paramount. We only use premium products that are approved for use in Australia.

Anti-wrinkle treatments generally last between 3 to 4 months. To ensure you maintain a more youthful appearance we recommend you book in for treatment at these intervals.

Dermal filler treatments

Rather than smoothening and tightening the skin, dermal fillers are designed to restore volume loss that occurs as we age. Dermal filler can be used in many areas of the face and can subtly rejuvenate your midface, lips and jawline.

At The Harley Clinic, we only use premium dermal filler and all of our cosmetic injectors have years of experience injecting these products. Again, safety and outcomes are of paramount importance when it comes to these treatments.

Typically, fillers last between 6 to 12 months.

Next steps

At The Harley Clinic we tailor your treatment journey to provide you with the results that you desire. Most importantly we want you to feel happy and confident in your own skin. Our experienced medical team will undertake a comprehensive consultation with you to discuss your desired outcome prior to making any suggestions or commencing any treatment.

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We’ve made it a point to work hand-in-hand with our clients to determine their exact skincare needs and then using our industry-leading skin care technology and experienced doctors to make that a reality. When our clients look in the mirror and become ecstatic with the results of our treatment, we know that we’ve delivered our goal; client satisfaction.

As part of this zeal, we cannot wait to introduce you to our latest treatments, so here’s a sneak peak!

DermaFrac – Dermal Infusion Treatment

This holistic treatment combines the ultimate in skin treatments, providing a 4-in-1 solution for the most common skin concerns. Consider it a 4-step process towards complete replenishment of the skin.

Microdermabrasion: A non-invasive facial resurfacing technique that exfoliates and rejuvenates the skin.

Micro-channeling: Uses a less invasive needling applicator to infuse high grade serums to instantly hydrate the skin.

LED therapy: Therapeutic, light-based treatment to promote healthy cellular function, accelerate healing times, relieve pain and treat active acne.

Rejuvenating Peptide Mask: Delivers hydration to open skin cells and also helps through anti-ageing ingredients. The result is instant calming and soothing of the skin, reduced redness and puffiness.

MDerma – Dermal Needling Treatment

This treatment enables deeper skin tissue regeneration through the use of a skin-needling applicator. The Harley Clinic brings you this latest in needling technology, using multiple needles to penetrate vertically and generate small micro-skin channels.

This helps by stimulating the natural production of collagen, the main structural protein found in skin and other connective tissues. It’s best for:

Face: Skin tone, lines and wrinkles

Neck: Crease lines and thin sagging skin

Decolletage: Thin sagging skin, creases, and sun damage

Factor4 – Highly Concentrated Plasma Therapy

Factor4 is a highly effective skin rejuvenation and anti-ageing treatment derived from natural proteins present in our bodies. By stimulating collagen in the skin, Factor4 enhances elasticity, slows the ageing process and treats a number of skin concerns.

Factor4 is more refined and targeted than platelet rich plasma (PRP or Vampire Facial) and offers a natural alternative to anti-wrinkle treatments and cosmetic surgery. With Factor4, you can naturally achieve a much brighter, healthier complexion and younger looking skin.

With these new line of treatments, the Harley Clinic is the one-stop solution to all your skin care needs. Click here to get in touch for a free skin consultation!

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If you were born with naturally thin or uneven lips, The Harley Clinic offer correction through the use of Dermal Fillers that provide you with natural looking outcomes. You can enjoy having fuller lips with no downtime and little discomfort! This non-surgical procedure is one of the best ways to enhance and redefine your lips. Plus, Dermal fillers last for months not hours like other temporary beauty products that promise the same results.

How it Works

Here at the Harley Clinic we use a selection of FDA and TGA approved injectable fillers that will leave your lips looking completely natural. These fillers are made with Hyaluronic Acid which is a type of sugar (polysaccharide) that is already found in the body’s connective tissues and skin. When this substance is in gel form it is able to combine with water and cause a smoothing/filling result (yup, no lumps or bumps!).

Once the filler is injected into your lips, the Hyaluronic Acid will actively support and shape your pout, giving them a beautiful new look that will last for around 6 to 12 months. Besides being a natural substance, Hyaluronic Acid fillers are also reversible. So if there happens to be a rare complication, we can quickly reverse the treatment just by injecting an enzyme that will break down the hyaluronic acid.

What to Expect

Since the process does involve injections it might sound a little intimidating at first, but it’s surprisingly quick and easy!  The entire lip plumping experience with one of our highly trained professionals will only take about 15 to 30 minutes. After the procedure is over with, you can simply walk out and enjoy the rest of your day.

How The Harley Clinic Can Help

As you can see the Harley Clinic can certainly help your lips go from small and thin to full and flattering in a matter of minutes! Not only is the process quick, it’s also a completely safe procedure with zero downtime.

To see if Dermal Fillers are right for you, it’s important that you go ahead and book a free consultation today. During the consultation, you’ll be able to further discuss the entire procedure and the results with one of our experts.

Click here to book online, or simply call 1300 379 581 for a free consultation.

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 Many women with a passion to maintain their youthful look are turning to effective anti-ageing treatments, especially anti-wrinkle injectables or dermal fillers. The Harley Clinic offers anti-wrinkle injections in Sydney and Brisbane that are designed to rejuvenate the skin by restoring volume to areas where fat and connective tissue has been lost. We have licensed doctors on site who can offer a unique and full facial assessment, in addition to trained nurses. Our professional methodology sets the course for a treatment plan that ensures maximum results, a radiant face with glowing skin, and of course, massive confidence boost!

 Why Do Signs of Ageing Appear Early on the Skin?

 Interesting enough, there are various things we do daily that have an effect on our skin and signs of ageing.

 Diet

 Diet that primarily consists of inflammatory foods such as fried items, excessive meats, or sugary, processed foods, you’re not helping your skin a lot. The inflammation from these foods has the potential to accelerate the formation of wrinkles. Additionally, the liver is key to flushing out toxins from the skin. As a result, alcohol is something that might inhibit that process, leading to issues such as wrinkles or acne. Conversely, foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids or alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) can help you maintain that youthful and radiant skin.

 Sleep

 A study by the Dept. of Dermatology at Case Reserve University in America focused on the effects of sleep on skin. It found that not only does poor sleep contribute to aging by accelerating it, but it also prevents the skin from repairing itself faster. Not getting enough sleep impacts the moisture levels in your skin by decreasing them. It also lowers your complexion’s pH levels, causing your skin to look less youthful and have less of a glow.

 The ideal span suggested by experts is getting at least 7 hours of sleep every night. It gives the body enough time to naturally remove dead blood cells and replenish your overall biological system.

 Stress

 Take that chill pill, and take it often. Constantly worrying, and having frequent anxiety or stress can easily serve as the perfect recipe for aging. In a 2012 study by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, researchers measured the length of DNA sections called telomeres. The findings were that people with higher levels of stress had the shortest telomeres, which causes cells to die or become damaged, thereby accelerating the aging process. Moreover, stress can tire your brain out by depriving it of the natural relaxation it needs to function optimally.

 How Dermal Fillers Can Help

 Dermal fillers can help restore lost volume and return the appearance of fuller looking skin while gradually diminishing the signs of aging. What’s even better is that it’s a non-surgical procedure performed by trained experts and professionals at the Harley Clinic.

 Fillers can be applied to various areas of the face, depending upon the patient’s requirements. Dermal fillers consist of hyaluronic acid, an ingredient which is naturally present in the skin and helps moisture levels in the skin while boosting tone. Click here to get in touch for an expert consultation.

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