FAQs for Skin Treatments
& Laser Hair Removal

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Instructions and google maps can be found on the contact page

Yes. Sarah Bywater is a qualified nurse and has many accreditations. To learn more you can click here

The clinic has free on-site parking available.

However, it should be noted that the car park is very busy during school drop off and pick up times.

Children are not permitted in the clinic room due to health and safety issues surrounding the Lasers and other hazardous equipment. However, if you have any specific questions regarding this matter please email Sarah directly for advice at info@brewoodskinclinic.co.uk

Yes, if you feel that would be beneficial for you, but please bear in mind Sarah will cover some personal details in her medical history, which you may not want your friend to know.

It depends very much on the treatment you’re having.  Some treatments for example Laser Hair Removal requires a patch test, which can be performed immediately after the consultation, however a full treatment can only be carried out 48 hours following your patch test. Other treatments, such as dermal fillers can be carried out immediately following your consultation, however you must mention this when booking your consultation so that the correct amount of time can be allocated.  Sarah always advises a cooling off period following your consultation.  You will receive lots of information and its important you give yourself time to digest it and ask any questions you may have.

Yes, you can find them here.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand. 

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Also, during your consultation the necessary patch tests can be performed which are necessary with all Light-Based Therapies except LED. If, however, you decide you don’t wish to have your patch test during your consultations these can be booked for a separate appointment.  A patch will be required at least one week prior to the commencement of treatment in all cases.

Laser hair removal is not a pain-free treatment. One of the clinical endpoints that we look for when carrying out a treatment is that the patient can feel a short, sharp, pinprick sensation followed by warmth to the skin. This response is not meant to be agony and is in fact well tolerated by the patient.

It has long been considered best practice to carry out a patch test, Prior to commencing any light-based therapies. There are two reasons for this; firstly and most importantly it is to assess whether the patient’s skin and hair type can tolerate the treatment settings required to bring about best results, Without Causing any potential risk or harm to the patient. And secondly it is to ascertain whether effective treatment is a likely outcome by assessing whether a specific criteria of clinical endpoints can be achieved. These clinical endpoints when visible will show that best outcomes can be achieved safely.

It is always recommended to expect to have approximately six treatments when having a course of laser hair removal. This number varies with some patients, (dependent on individual circumstances e.g. a patient with polycystic ovaries may require long-term maintenance treatments) but tends to be a common average. The reason more than one treatment is required is that the laser can only have any effect when the hair is in the growing phase of the cycle, because a patch of hair can have hairs in all three different phases of the hair growth cycle at any one time we know that only a portion of the hair will be effectively treated at each treatment. Therefore repeat treatments are required so that all the hair can ultimately be treated at the right stage of the Hair growth cycle.

Yes, almost every area of the body can be treated on both male and females with the only exception being the area between the eyebrow and the eye known as the upper orbital rim.  This area is too close to the eye and therefore unsafe for laser hair removal treatment.

The hair has to have Melanin colour in it and therefore laser hair removal will be ineffective on grey, white, blonde or red hair.  If hair is borderline to any of these colours it is always worth carrying out a patch test to see if clinical endpoints can be achieved.

I always recommend patients to budget for six treatments as an initial course. This number is not set in stone and can vary with some individuals dependent on other factors for example hormonal. Subsequently, some patients do not require as many as six and may only need four. Continual reviews and assessments are carried out throughout the course of treatment and plans tailored accordingly. Going forward occasional maintenance treatments may be required that again this will be assessed at reviews.

Absolutely, laser hair removal is an excellent way of managing unwanted hair growth which is a symptom of polycystic ovaries.  Those patients suffering with the condition may require long-term maintenance treatments but hopefully these will get less and less frequent making this unwanted symptom highly manageable.

Laser hair removal should never be promoted as a permanent hair removal treatment.  Such claims are not only unprofessional but irresponsible as no one can guarantee you will not have any hair growth in the future. What laser hair removal can assure is that any future hair growth will be reduced, finer and fairer. Negating the need for alternative hair management options. Laser hair removal is also reported as improving the skin in the areas where the hair growth was.  However, these claims only possible if the quality of the laser is high. Cheap less powerful lasers have been known to cause paradoxical hair growth and should be avoided at all costs.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Botulinum toxin type a (commonly known as Botox^®) usually starts to take effect from day four following the procedure and will continue to progress for up to 3 weeks, at which point optimum results will be seen.

Excessive sweating of the face, hands, feet and armpits can also be effectively treated with the use of toxin injections.

Most commonly as an anti-wrinkle treatment the upper face is targeted; frown lines, forehead wrinkles and crows feet around the eyes.  However, additionally wrinkle lines at the top of the nose, known as bunny lines are also a popular add on. Other areas which can be treated with toxin injections to reduce muscle activity are above the upper lip to treat gummy smiles. The chin area to reduce puckering. The marionette area to reduce downturn corners of the mouth, as well as the neck known as platysmal bands which can become unsightly and more pronounced as we age. Certain medical conditions can also be helped with the use of toxin injections such as bruxism more commonly known as teeth grinding or locking your jaw, As well as migraine in certain circumstances.

Excessive sweating of the face, hands, feet and armpits can also be effectively treated with the use of toxin injections.

Sarah will always undertreat when it comes to toxin treatments and adjust at 2 to 3 weeks if required. Sarah is an advocate for a natural refreshed look as opposed to a frozen, expressionless appearance.

There are risks with the use of toxins as there are with the majority of aesthetic procedures, however toxins have been used for decades in medicine in much larger doses and it is rare that we read of any significant problems. The most severe risk with toxins would be an allergic reaction to the product. These are incredibly rare and all good clinics should have medical staff who are trained to deal with such emergencies, as well as having emergency kits in their clinics.

In the unlikely event that you don’t love the results of your toxin treatment be assured that the product will start to wear off from approximately 6 to 8 weeks following the procedure and will return to pre-treatment status at approximately six months.

The needles that Sarah uses in Clinic are known as the “invisible needle” as they are so fine you can barely see them, making this a very comfortable treatment.  You may feel a slight pinprick in certain areas at most patients comment on how painless the treatment actually is.

To maintain the results treatment will need to be repeated approximately every 3 to 5 months.

At Brewood Skin Clinic Sarah Offers two different products BoCouture by Mertz aesthetics and Botox made by Allergan.

Facial expressions occur when the brain sends nerve signals to the facial muscles causing them to contract in response to voluntary control, automated or emotional response. Botulinum toxin blocks the transmission of the chemical signal from the nerve reaching the target muscle. Without this signal, the muscle is unable to contract and remains in a resting state, therefore facial expressions are relaxed. It is not always possible or desirable to stop all movement as a completely frozen look may not be aesthetically pleasing. It is important to discuss your expectations with the nurse prescriber at a consultation prior to any treatment

Diagnosed Hyperhidrosis can be successfully treated with Muscle Relaxing Injections using Toxins to block the chemical pathway at the end of the nerves so that it is unable to work on the glands or muscles. In the case of the sweat glands, it turns them off in order to reduce sweating.  In the UK toxin is licensed for treating axillary (underarm) hyperhidrosis and is mostly a private treatment.  It is generally very effective for treating hyperhidrosis but the area will require regular treatment approximately every three to six months.
The treatment requires multiple small injections of the toxin approximately a centimeter apart in a grid pattern over the armpit area. Treatment takes approximately 45 minutes and results can take up to 2-3 weeks to take full effect.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Dermal fillers work immediately, however Belotero®; the hyaluronic acid filler used at Brewood Skin Clinic can take approximately 2 weeks to settle and become cohesive with the surrounding tissue.  It is therefore advised to review results accurately at two weeks post treatment. Also, we must consider that some temporary swelling may occur immediately following the treatment and some days must pass to allow this to settle.

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

There is risk involved with all dermal fillers and these should always be discussed at the consultation prior to signing consent. If you ever attend a clinic that do not discuss risks and side effects with you then I would always urge you to view this as a red flag. The risks involved are as follows, common risks include some swelling, bruising and possible temporary lumps following treatment. These should only last a few days. More serious risks would include permanent lumps and bumps known as granulomas, an allergic reaction to the filler product and most serious would be a vascular occlusion caused when the hyaluronic acid compresses a vessel or in fact blocks a vessel interrupting blood flow. At your consultation it is imperative that your clinician in this case Sarah discusses all these risks with you and explains how she intends to make the treatment as safe as possible and is prepared for any eventuality i.e., has completed complication training and has an emergency kit on site. Both of which Sarah has prepared at Brewood Skin Clinic. It should be highlighted however that serious side effects with dermal fillers when treated by a medical professional in a suitably equipped clinic are low in their incidents.

At Brewood Skin Clinic Sarah uses two product ranges, firstly Belotero® Mertz Aesthetics and Juvéderm® by Allergan.

If you do not like the way you look following a dermal filler procedure then a reversal can be performed using a product called hylaronidase®. This will be at additional cost to the patient.

Any procedure that involves injecting will have a certain amount of discomfort to it. Sarah will make every effort to make your treatment as comfortable as possible by firstly using a topical anaesthetic cream to numb the surface area and then by using a dermal filler that contains a lidocaine component to further numb the treatment area. In extreme cases a dental block injection can be used, although this is not encouraged.

Repeat treatment will be necessary if you decide you would like to maintain the results.  The frequency is dependent on the product used and the area injected. For example, Belotero Volume® used to add volume to the cheek area will last between 12 and 18 months at which point a repeat treatment will be required.

Sarah’s philosophy is very much about keeping things natural and therefore she tends to under inject at your initial appointment and then will add more if required. As the saying goes “we can always add more it’s much harder to take it away.”  It should be noted this is also a much safer practise when it comes to injecting dermal fillers.

Juvéderm® and Belotero® dermal fillers are made of a substance called hyaluronic acid (HA). Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring compound found in the body tissue that gives the skin structure and helps maintain moisture and volume in the skin. The hyaluronic acid used in both these fillers is a synthetic cross-linked formulation, designed to mimic the hyaluronic acid naturally produced by the body, making it biocompatible and safe for use in dermal filler treatments. It is a gel-like substance that is injected into the skin giving the tissue skin structure, hydration, and a plumping effect. Dermal fillers can address various concerns such as hollow cheeks, thin lips, lines, and wrinkles, and enhance facial contours.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Microneedling (also known as skin needling or collagen induction therapy) is a treatment that uses small sterile needles to cause tiny punctures in the skin. These small entry points trigger the body to create a wound healing response and renew the skin cells. As your skin repairs, the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid is stimulated to give an almost immediate plumping effect. It can also help tackle other skin damage such as scarring, dark marks, sun damage and ageing.

Combined with the heating effect of Radio Frequency to further stimulate cell renewal and fibroblast production, this truly is a highly effective treatment.

Patients report improvement in skin tone, texture and condition within a week of having a Micro-needling treatment, however due to the nature of fibroblast production it is now known that the skin can continue to improve for up to six months post treatment and in fact optimum results should be seen at three to four months following a course of treatment.

Combined with the heating effect of Radio Frequency to further stimulate cell renewal and fibroblast production, this truly is a highly effective treatment.

Micro needling Is best carried out by a medical professional that is competent in using a sterile non touch technique and is well practised in infection control. The most serious side effect to be aware of with Micro-needling is an infection.  Sarah has carried out hundreds (if not 1000’s) of micro-needling procedures and has not ever caused an infection post treatment.

Combined with the heating effect of Radio Frequency to further stimulate cell renewal and fibroblast production, this truly is a highly effective treatment.

Prior to carrying out a microneedling treatment topical anaesthetic is applied to the treatment area and left in situ for 40 minutes to take full effect. Although some areas i.e., forehead can be a little bit sharp most of the treatment area is quite comfortable.

Combined with the heating effect of Radio Frequency to further stimulate cell renewal and fibroblast production, this truly is a highly effective treatment.

It is highly unlikely that you will require any time off work. The following day you may well still be quite pink, warm, and possibly puffy.  However, makeup can be worn, and advice will be given on post treatment care.

Combined with the heating effect of Radio Frequency to further stimulate cell renewal and fibroblast production, this truly is a highly effective treatment.

Although individual treatments will still give some benefit for optimum results a course of six treatments is recommended.

Most areas can be treated with micro needling however the most popular areas are face, neck and declotte. Other popular areas include arms, stretch marks on the stomach and thighs and lax skin above the knees.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand. 

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Sarah has created these Results Packages for two reasons, firstly having spent many years working in the Aesthetics speciality she has learnt what treatments and products work best together to give maximum results, so she thought it would be helpful to put them together in complete packages of care for her most requested skin concerns.  Secondly, if clients are willing to commit to a full package of care Sarah wanted to make sure they were rewarded with some additional discount, which you will receive with these packages.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Throughout the treatment products from both the professional and retail Environ® range will be used.  The highest strength serums only used on those clients who are already acclimatised to Environ’s® homecare.

You will feel the benefits of the Bespoke Superfacial immediately, however, results will continue to improve especially if taken as part of a course and backed up by Environ® Homecare.

The Iontophoresis and sonophoresis stage is a little tingly, but not painful.  A few clients also report a metallic taste during various stages of the treatment. Overall, this is a very comfortable and relaxing treatment.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand. 

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.  Also, during your consultation the necessary patch tests can be performed which are necessary with all Light-Based Therapies except LED. If, however, you decide you don’t wish to have your patch test during your consultations these can be booked for a separate appointment.  A patch will be required at least one week prior to the commencement of treatment in all cases.

Our full price list can be found here

Sarah will also access your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

It has long been considered best practice to carry out a patch test, Prior to commencing any light-based therapies. There are two reasons for this; firstly and most importantly it is to assess whether the patient’s skin can tolerate the treatment settings required to bring about best results, without causing any potential risk or harm to the patient.  And secondly it is to ascertain whether effective treatment is a likely outcome by assessing whether a specific criterion of clinical endpoints can be achieved. These clinical endpoints when visible will show that best outcomes can be achieved safely.

One treatment is unlikely to give satisfactory results and treatment is always best taken in courses to achieve optimum clearance of scarring and textural problems.  The newer the scar the, quicker it is likely to respond to treatment.  Older scars often require additional treatments.

Yes, except for the eyelid or below the brow

You can expect to see a significant improvement, although complete clearance is unlikely, especially on old scars.

Fractional Laser Resurfacing is a very comfortable treatment, with usually only a warming sensation being obvious during treatment.

Following your treatment, the skin can feel quite sensitive and tender for a few hours, but this will soon start to fade.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.
Also, during your consultation the necessary patch tests can be performed which are necessary with all Light-Based Therapies except LED. If, however, you decide you don’t wish to have your patch test during your consultations these can be booked for a separate appointment. A patch will be required at least one week prior to the commencement of treatment in all cases.

Sarah can treat the following skin lesions

• Milia
• Skin Tags
• Warts
• Seborrheic Keratosis

Sarah performs minor surgery using an electro-surgical device, known as the Hyfrecator 2000®.  This is a very safe device and is a sterile procedure.  If at any point Sarah is requested to treat a skin lesion that she feels needs further assessment prior to removal, she will always insist on this prior to commencement

Sarah will use a local anaesthetic where appropriate making this a  very comfortable treatment.

In most cases one treatment will give excellent clearance, however with certain conditions such as Viral warts, multiple treatments may be required.

Prices will be quoted at consultation.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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This non-surgical face lift works on the SMAS layer deep below the skin, which is the area surgeons tighten for face and neck lifts. Rather than surgery, the Focus Dual harnesses ultrasound technology to radiate energy to the SMAS layer to tighten, lift and plump the skin.

• Abdomen
• Back
• Axillary puffs (underarm fat)
• Thighs
• Hips
• Buttocks
• Arms

You may experience a mild warming or slight tingling sensation during treatment. Patients describe this as moderate and acceptable.

Treatments are carried out every 4-6 weeks and typically between 1 and 3 treatments are recommended for best results. Top-up sessions are performed as required, but usually only once or twice a year.

Results can usually be seen immediately, but the results get better and better up to 12 weeks post treatment as your collagen is renewed.

We expect results to last 1-2 years, but this can be dependent on lifestyle and maintenance.

Due to the non-invasive nature of HIFU treatments, there is virtually no downtime. You may experience slight redness following the treatment, and a small percentage of our clients do experience minor swelling, tingling or tenderness. These symptoms are mild and temporary.

You will be able to return to your normal activities straight away, and there are no special recovery measures needed. This is why HIFU has earned the name “lunchtime face lift”.

We expect results to last 1-2 years, but this can be dependent on lifestyle and maintenance.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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Treatment is perfect for anyone whose skin exhibits congestion, discolouration and visible signs of ageing. A full treatment plan will then be tailored to treat your specific concerns, all aiming to improve the appearance, feel and health of your skin.

IllumiFacial® is a very quick, comfortable treatment which is designed to provide you with ‘optimum skin health’. Some people will feel a slight tingling sensation when the fruit peel is first applied, but it very quickly subsides. The IPL aspect of this treatment can sometimes be mildly uncomfortable – most people describe the discomfort as feeling like a ‘quick pinprick’ and ‘warm feeling’, which is very tolerable.

The illumiFacial is a completely non-invasive treatment, using safe, medical-grade equipment to minimise side effects. Your skin may be red and slightly swollen immediately after treatment, but this will subside very quickly. You may also have some patches of dry skin and in very rare cases, a small blister can form with some temporary lightening or darkening of the skin. However, most people experience absolutely no side effects and any reactions usually disappear within a few hours, leaving the skin feeling and looking radiant.

You may experience a superficial tingling feeling on the skin and you may see a darkening of pigment spots before they flake away – this means the treatment has worked perfectly in providing you with a more even, flawless skin tone. As well as clearer, healthier skin, you will also experience an ongoing improvement to the firmness and plumpness of your skin in the following months post-treatment, as new collagen is stimulated deep within the skin tissue.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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The Dermalux Tri-Wave MD® only uses visible light as opposed to dangerous UV light.  It is therefore very safe.

Treatment is pain free.  The light seems quite bright at times even with the blackout goggles on. The red light can also get quite warm.

Following treatment your skin will be quite flushed and you are likely to feel relaxed and a little sleepy.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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The test involves a simple prick of the finger with a small, sterilised lancet, which Sarah will carry out in the clinic as part of your consultation. She will then do the rest and call you or invite you back into the clinic when your results are back.

The blood samples are sent away to York Test laboratory who boast a >98% reproducibility rate. This means that, on average, two separate tests carried out with the same person’s sample (taken on the same day) will correlate with each other >98% of the time.

Your results will include an easy-to-follow traffic light list of your food intolerances and sensitivities based on reactivity.  The red foods show High Reactivity and should be eliminated from your diet. The amber foods show a borderline intolerance and would ideally be eliminated or certainly significantly reduced and the green foods are good to go!  Eliminating red and amber foods can make an enormous difference to your gut comfort, your skin and general well-being.

If you are struggling with a skin condition such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, or rosacea, then an undiagnosed intolerance may be part of the problem

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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BELOTERO® Revive is an injectable hyaluronic acid dermal filler. It is indicated to revitalise early onset sun-damaged facial skin. Photodamage or sun damage can be characterised by dehydration, loss of elasticity and firmness, and the presence of superficial fine lines.

Early onset sun damage or photo damage is premature signs of aging due to ongoing exposure to the sun or harmful light rays. Exposure can start in the first decade without visible signs on the skin. As the exposure continues, early signs such as tanning, freckles, and sunspots emerge. Other signs of sun damage can be seen by the development of fine lines, dryness, uneven pigmentation and texture as well as loss of elasticity and firmness.

Your treatment will start to work immediately, hydrating your skin, however, optimal results can be seen at 3 months after all initial treatments.

BELOTERO® Revive unlike most other skin boosters is indicated to revitalise the signs of early onset sun damage, which accounts for approximately 90% of external ageing. As well as this, BELOTERO® Revive also contains an additional ingredient of glycerol, one of the most hydrating substances in the polyalcohol family. This means it creates a lasting moisturising effect, as it promotes water absorption within the skin, resulting in increased hydration, smoothness, elasticity, and firmness.

The duration of BELOTERO® Revive results varies depending on each individual. In some patients, BELOTERO® Revive has been seen to last between 6 to 9 months, but there are many factors to consider, such as the structure of your skin, lifestyle, and age. It is always best to discuss this with your healthcare practitioner to manage expectations.

BELOTERO® Revive can be injected under a treatment regimen of 1 to 3 injection sessions depending on your needs. We advise you to book a follow-up appointment no less than 4 weeks after your first treatment to assess the initial outcome and continue with your treatment plan. Your treatment starts to work immediately, hydrating your skin.

BELOTERO® Revive is a treatment option for most patients wanting to improve their skin’s appearance without drastic volume changes. BELOTERO® Revive is a good early intervention that offers a natural-looking, authentic, and enhanced skin look.

BELOTERO® Revive is part of the BELOTERO® portfolio which have each been researched and shown to be well tolerated in the skin and have an excellent safety profile.

Immediately after treatment, there may be some redness, tenderness or numbness, itching, or bruising. This is a normal result of the injection and can last up to a week. During this time the area may look uneven, therefore the result directly after the treatment should not be viewed as the final result. If any side effect lasts for longer than a week, please contact your practitioner.

BELOTERO® Revive is administered through multiple injections which can cause discomfort. Everybody will have different sensitivities to injections and your aesthetic practitioner will advise you on how best to manage any discomfort. Unlike the rest of the BELOTERO® portfolio BELOTERO® Revive does not include lidocaine (an anesthetic/numbing agent) however other pain management solutions can be discussed with your healthcare practitioner.

In the European Union, BELOTERO® Revive is a CE-marked medical device meaning it conforms with the European health, safety, and environmental protection standards for products sold within the European Economic Area.

Always look for qualified Doctors, Dentists, and Nurses trained in medical aesthetics. Often practitioners state on their website what qualifications they have, but also don’t be afraid to ask in your consultation about their background and training. To help you find a local practitioner, our clinic finder contains qualified Doctors, Dentists, and Nurses only that we have trained on BELOTERO® Revive.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, and what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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Profhilo® is a type of injectable rejuvenation treatment, and unlike dermal fillers or Botox it is not designed to add volume to the skin, or restrict movement in the facial muscles. Instead, this anti-ageing hydration treatment contains high levels of Hyaluronic Acid, a naturally occurring compound that helps improve tone, texture, and elasticity. It uses a unique concentration of Hyaluronic Acid, which penetrates deeply through the skin to accelerate the production of collagen and elastin, creating plumper skin. Profhilo® works across the entire face rather than focusing on one area, and is therefore fantastic for those looking to smooth fine lines and wrinkles and achieve an overall more youthful appearance.

As we age, the presence of hyaluronic acid in the skin naturally starts to drop, which causes the skin to lose its natural firmness and elasticity. Most people begin to see the effects of hyaluronic acid depletion as they reach their 30s – and Profhilo® is the perfect treatment for anyone looking to counteract this.

Profhilo® is usually administered into the skin in five key areas (when administered to the face): the tops of the cheeks, the side of the face, lines around the mouth, nasolabial folds, and laughter lines. It can also be used to improve the appearance of the skin around the neck, chest, and décolletage or anywhere on the body to achieve tighter, firmer more hydrated skin.

A fine needle is used to inject small amounts of Hyaluronic Acid into 5 specific areas on each side of the face. A topical anaesthetic cream is applied prior to the treatment and generally takes around 30 minutes to perform once your consent has been obtained and photos have been taken. It is generally described as only mild in discomfort, if at all.

Hyaluronic Acid is very well tolerated by the skin. The only reported side effects are bruising and mild swelling at the injection sites. These generally disappear in a short period of time and are associated with the needle, not the product.

Profhilo® was launched in February 2015 in Italy. It has been used worldwide ever since. From a safety perspective, Profhilo®  is highly bio-compatible because it is made from ultra-pure, natural Hyaluronic Acid and is stabilised without the addition of chemical cross-linking agents. This reduces the risk of adverse reactions.

The downtime following a Profhilo® treatment is minimal. When injected, using the five-point technique on each side of the face, there will be small, localised bumps where the product is placed. This is not cause for concern and is a normal part of the procedure.  These lumps will then start to diffuse very quickly, sometimes within 4-6 hours, and they disappear completely by the next day.

Profhilo® ‘remodels’ the skin after just 2 treatments (4 weeks apart) resulting in tighter, firmer, hydrated, smoother, radiant skin. Sometimes further treatments are required to see the full benefit of Profhilo®. Generally, this would be determined during your initial consultation.

We may then recommend top-up and maintenance sessions, depending on your body’s response to the initial treatment.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, and what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

The Eventis® Skin Analysis is £45 as part of your initial consultation, reviews are free of charge and carried out at Sarah’s discretion

The process includes taking a series of photographs and is not at all painful

Sarah will assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine during your initial consultation to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only is this an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.  Periodically therefore it is beneficial for both Sarah and you, the client to review your Skin Analysis images and take a new set of photographs will be taken.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.  Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

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At Brewood Skin Clinic, Sarah uses an advanced range of skin peels from SkinMed® Enerpeel® which contains a patented carrier-solution, that drives greater absorption of the active ingredients into the skin. This deep-acting technology reduces trauma to the skin’s surface and increases the rate of exfoliation for improved results. Each peel produces a varying level of chemical exfoliation to treat different conditions, classified as light, medium or deep.

Skin peels can be used to treat a whole range of skin concerns, including wrinkles, fine lines, acne and acne scarring, age spots, enlarged pores, dark areas and sun-damaged skin. Skin peels are ideal if you are looking to give your skin a fresh start.

Enerpeels® can be used for the face and almost any other area of the body. Specific peels are available for the eye and lip area, as well as face, chest and back.

Enerpeels® are completely safe and undergo stringent testing on all skin types and tones by the manufacturers.

You may experience some tingling and heat as the peel works during your treatment, but this is completely normal.

After following your skin preparation* routine prior to the commencement of your first treatment, you will notice improvements. Your skin will feel softer and look subtly younger. On-going regular treatments will ensure you get the best results. Aftercare advice will be given to achieve optimum results.

Sarah believes your consultation is the most important appointment you’ll ever have at Brewood Skin Clinic. Not only does Sarah allows plenty of time to take a thorough medical history, but she spends time building up a picture of you, your lifestyle, your current skincare regimes, what have you tried before, what are your hopes, concerns, and targets. Do you have a particular timeframe to work to etc. etc., Sarah sees a thorough consultation as the first and most crucial step in your skincare journey and that is why she sets aside so much time to make sure she gets all the information she needs to create your bespoke skin journey that you’ll not only be totally happy with, but that you fully understand.  Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

Sarah will also assess your skin in the Eventis® Skin Analysis machine to see exactly what is happening just underneath the skin surface, not only an excellent tool to plan appropriate treatment but also very helpful in continually monitoring progress.

All items are priced individually and will all be explained at consultation.  Following your consultation, you will be able to access the online Skin Shop and reorder as required.

Sarah is only too aware how clients understandably become very cynical about skin care and have often tried numerous “off the shelf” brands with little success prior to attending the clinic.  It’s true that we are continually “fobbed off” with fancy packaging and nice smells, with little clinical evidence or scientific basis behind the brands.

Sarah truly believes she stocks the exception to the rule.  Highly effective, active scientifically proven skincare which can really make a difference to your skin and therefore the effectiveness of your in-clinic treatments.

Combine this exceptional skincare with a tailored prescription of skin specific oral supplements and you’re really going to tackle your skin concerns from the inside and out.

Sarah is proud to be an Authorised Stockist of

• Environ Skin care
• Tebiskin
• Skin Vital
• Synchrorose
• Et al. beauty collective mineral makeup
• Jane Iredale Skincare Mineral Makeup
• Advanced Nutrition Programme Oral Supplements