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 […]
How to Become a Successful Aesthetic Injector in the UK
Training, qualifications, practical experience and what nobody tells you about building an aesthetics career Written by Injector Rick, aesthetic practitioner, trainer and founder of BONAVADA Aesthetics Academy in Worthing Let’s bust a myth. Aesthetics is not easy money. It is not a side hustle where you complete one course, buy a box of filler and […]
What Is Scrotox? Its Possible Effects, Risks, and Why Men Are Having Botox Injected into the Scrotum. Here’s What The Evidence Says
Scrotox is one of those treatments people often assume must be a joke, an internet trend or something invented by celebrities. At BONAVADA Aesthetics, formerly Mr Beautox, in Worthing, I am often asked whether it is a genuine treatment and what it is actually intended to do. What is Scrotox? Firstly, the name “Scrotox” combines “scrotum” […]
How Do Fat-Dissolving Injections Work? And What Is Aqualyx?
Let’s talk about stubborn fat. Most people know the feeling. You eat reasonably well, you move your body, maybe your weight is broadly where you want it to be, but there is still that one area that refuses to play along. Usually the chin, the lower stomach, the flanks, or other troublesome areas. That is […]
How to Choose the Right Aesthetics Training Course, and the Red Flags to Avoid
Aesthetics training is everywhere now. Scroll for five minutes and you will see course after course promising big earnings, fast results, full confidence, and a certificate by the end of the day. On the surface, it can all look very polished. Nice branding, nice photos, nice words. But that does not always mean the training […]