Xanthelasma appears as yellowish patches found on the eyelid and around the eye. They are formed where deposits of Cholesterol (lipid or fat) build up under the skin. This blemish is not harmful in itself, however it can indicicate potential heart disease and or high cholesterol. When I first meet a client presenting this blemish I will recommend a doctors appointment to check cholesterol levels and check your overall health. As this blemish is classed as cosmetic, treatment for reductiuon is not offered on the NHS. Diathermy is therefore a wonderful solution for reducing the appearance of Xanthelasma. On consultation we will discuss how many sessions I think you will

How do I know? I see many clients who think they have a Skin Tag when in fact it is actually a Filiform wart. It’s an easy mistake to make as often they can present fairly similarly. Warts are small, rough, viral growths on the skin usually spread by skin to skin contact or indrectly through shared contamintaed surfaces. Filiform warts are long, slender warts, often seen with what we call fronds and are common on the face and neck and for all these reasons are why they are often to be believed a skin tag. If you think it’s a skin tag then take a closer look, does it

What Is Involved in a Consultation? It’s crucial to understand the importance of a consultation and why it is carried out prior to any treatment taking place. I always ensure we have plenty of time for this and generally a consultation will take around 45 minutes. I will ask you to complete a form once you arrive which outlines your personal details and medical history. We will then discuss this in more detail so I can get to know more about you, this includes any medical conditions or medication you may be taking including lifestyle and outside influences so I can be sure you would be suitable for treatment and