What Are Skin Boosters? Do They Actually Work? Are they the same as Filler?

Let’s break it down. No, skin boosters aren’t filler. No, they won’t make your face look puffy.And yes, they’re one of the best-kept secrets for glowy, hydrated, healthy-looking skin. So… what actually is a skin booster? A skin booster is a type of injectable treatment that delivers hydrating, skin-rejuvenating ingredients (usually hyaluronic acid, amino acids, or peptides) […]

What’s Cheek Filler? Will it help after losing weight? Like “Ozempic face”?

Let’s talk cheeks. Not the peach emoji kind, we’re talking facial structure, definition, and the kind of contour that makes you look fresh, rested, and lifted… without a single swipe of makeup (or filter). So… what actually is cheek filler? Cheek filler involves injecting small amounts of hyaluronic acid-based filler into the mid-face to enhance the […]

Botox Bumps After Treatment: Is It Normal?

Written by Injector Rick at BONAVADA Aesthetics, formerly Mr Beautox, Worthing If you have just had an anti-wrinkle treatment and noticed small bumps where the product was injected, try not to panic. This is one of the most common things people search after treatment, particularly if it is their first appointment or the area looks […]

What are the names of the Botox Treatment Areas of the Face and Neck?

What Each One Does, and Why People Choose It Let’s bust a myth. Botox is not just “forehead lines” and it is not automatically about looking frozen. Used well, it is about relaxing specific muscles that pull, crease, scrunch, or drag the face down, so you look more rested, smoother, and often a bit more […]

What is Bio-Filler? Is it PRF? Is it PRP?

So… What is PRP Bio-Filler? In short: Natural Volume and Regeneration Using Your Own Blood You may have heard the term bio-filler and assumed it is just another name for dermal filler. It isn’t. PRP Bio-Filler, often shortened to bio-filler, is a completely different approach to restoring volume and improving skin quality, using your own blood […]

What Is a Lip Booster? Puri Lips B12, Results, Risks and How It Differs from Lip Filler

Not everyone who wants smoother, healthier-looking lips wants traditional lip filler. Some people want better hydration, improved softness and a subtle freshening effect without significantly changing the shape or size of their lips. That is where a lip booster may be considered. At BONAVADA Aesthetics, formerly Mr Beautox, in Worthing, I use Puri Lips B12, […]

What Is “Botox”? Is It Right For Me? Do I Need Botox? What Does It Do?

Let’s clear a few things up. No, “Botox” isn’t just for celebrities. It’s for all genders. No, it won’t freeze your face if it’s done properly. And yes, it might just be the glow-up you didn’t know you needed. So… what actually is “Botox”? “Botox” is actually just one of the main brand names for botulinum […]

How does Tattoo Removal with Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser work?

Let’s bust a myth. Tattoo removal is not one magic zap and you are done. And it is definitely not supposed to leave you looking like you have been branded. Done properly, laser tattoo removal is a gradual process that breaks ink down over time so your body can clear it naturally. Think progress, not […]

What Are Polynucleotides? Why Are People Calling It “Salmon Sperm Facial”?

If you’ve heard whispers about something called polynucleotides or the so-called salmon sperm facial, you’re not imagining things. Yes, it sounds odd, but it’s also one of the most exciting skin treatments on the aesthetics scene right now. Let’s break it down. So… what actually are polynucleotides? Polynucleotides are tiny chains of DNA, usually derived from […]

What Is PRP? What Is A “Vampire Facial”? And Why Are People Putting Their Own Blood in Their Face? What Are The Benefits Of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections?

You’ve probably heard it called the “vampire facial”, but don’t let the drama fool you. PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is one of the most exciting, natural skin rejuvenation options in aesthetics. It might sound intense, but it’s actually one of the most innovative and regenerative treatments out there, using your body’s own repair system to refresh […]