As a woman that stands for feminism, on how there should be gender balance in a work environment and other aspects, the idea that woman should be appreciated in all sizes and shapes ought to be encouraged as well. It's not a crime to improve and beautify oneself, but always engage in a healthy way and not lose your identity in the process!
Having had an opportunity to try out fillers (a safe and non-invasive procedure to enhance skin texture) for the first time and to work with one of the most renown doctor and clinic, I was both psyched and apprehensive to be honest. I've never believed in going under the knife (for big overhauls) but minor beautification, that I'll never say no to.
Having had an opportunity to try out fillers (a safe and non-invasive procedure to enhance skin texture) for the first time and to work with one of the most renown doctor and clinic, I was both psyched and apprehensive to be honest. I've never believed in going under the knife (for big overhauls) but minor beautification, that I'll never say no to.
(Kowayo Aesthetic Clinic - featured on most of our media channels and local artistes; an avenue for all your beautifying needs!)
(The star at Kowayo, Dr Wong. An established physician, also a member of the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, basically the veteran of all things beauty)
So, I was being briefed on what will be done, how it will be done and what will happen to my face after it's done. As I'm rather new to procedures like this, Dr Wong advised on the areas that needed attention which caught me by surprise.
He suggested cheeks, a little dosage on the nose tip/bridge and my eye area. Didn't see the cheeks part coming as I thought chin would most likely be the issue as I have quite the squarish jaw. Doc mentioned my cheeks were sunking/sunken due to aging (bahhh) and fixing that area would give it a lift and an immediate effect to look healthier, younger and less tire-looking.
(Getting my numbing cream look on, on the areas that requires attention)
(Here we go!!)
The pain rate on my cheeks are about 2 (10 being the most painful). You can feel a slight sting on the face during the process and after putting pressure on it. Putting pressure is just so that the HA goodness can settle at the right places!
(Ice bobble to ease the swell after injection)
(The whole process can be rather relaxing, when you distract yourself and not focus on the injections)
It took less than 20 minutes for the cheeks area, and throughout the procedure, both Doctor Wong and his assistant ensured that the whole process was painless and at my utmost comfort. Reviews and assessments were made along the way, so don't be afraid to pause and take a look before moving on.
(Time to target the nose!)
The nose part was kinda uncomfortable for me. That might just be me though, as I'd get all sensitive around the eyebrow/nose region. I embarrassingly sneezed a couple of times during the 3-5 minutes process. Other than that, there's not much cause for concern.
(Some final touches...*pun intended*)
(TADAAHHHH! Left: after, Right: before)
Immediate changes can be seen on my nose tip and bridge as it becomes straighter and less curved in. Cheeks were also fuller, less sunken and due to the eye fillers, wrinkles and eye bags were gone during the 45 minutes process! I can't be happier with the results and so quick at that.
There were minor swelling on the injected area and you will be advised to stay off any types of facial, laser treatments, sauna, basically anything that involves heat and pressure on the areas. Swelling wear off on me within 4-5 days so I think it largely depends on individual too.
There were minor swelling on the injected area and you will be advised to stay off any types of facial, laser treatments, sauna, basically anything that involves heat and pressure on the areas. Swelling wear off on me within 4-5 days so I think it largely depends on individual too.
(Thanks to these awesome babies!)
(Revanesse's wide range of options to target different areas)
Revanesse & Revanesse Ultra were being used on my skin and like the pamphlet introduced, results could last up till 12 months! Filled with HA - Hyaluronic Acid, a substance that is already present in our bodies and usually has the highest concentration in the eyes and joints area. As we age, HA depletes and therefore, skin itself starts to lose its elasticity and that boost to regenerate tissues. HA is also largely use these days in your facial foams, moisturizers and even creams for burns/scars.
(Thanks Doc Wong & Kowayo!)
Look out for the following links and articles to help you better understand what Kowayo does, the product Revanesse and of course, articles on the famous HA substance that everyone is raving about these days. Chase beauty, in a healthy and self-enriching way girlies!
Kowayo Clinic - http://kowayo.com/
Revanesse - http://www.revanesse.com/patient/
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