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February 2023
This one exercise ages your face faster, according to a plastic surgeon
This universal exercise might be doing more harm than good if done too much...
Nina Prisk(opens in new tab) of Update Aesthetics is a leading aesthetics expert, and spoke to woman&home about what else could be causing your face to age when running.
One thing that could also contribute to the issue of "runner's face," especially if you run outdoors, is sun damage, Nina tells us. "Running outside can expose the face to sun damage. It’s known that the sun’s harmful UV rays can pose risks such as skin cancer," she mentions. "They can also damage the skin’s natural collagen production. Collagen and elastin are structural proteins that give skin their elasticity so if this is affected then the skin can sag and wrinkle more prematurely."
February 2023
14 things cosmetic doctors want you to know about botox, including how the covid vaccine might make it less effective.
Harley Street aesthetics expert and Independent Nurse Prescriber, Nina Prisk of Update Aesthetics, says:
‘I am certainly seeing an increase in people who have had the Covid vaccine and are discovering that their Botulinum type A injections are not lasting as long as they used to. As such some are returning more frequently for treatment. I’ve read that this could be as a result of the immune response created by the injection which means the body could see the Botulinum type A as a foreign substance and attack it so that the effects wear off faster.’
January 2023
For decades, scientists have been trying to find a way to keep skin looking young.
“Applying collagen topically on the skin isn’t ideal because collagen doesn’t absorb well,” Nina explains. “Injecting collagen was used in medical skincare but that is no longer popular as it didn’t last as long as fillers and in some cases, it caused a reaction.
That’s why collagen supplements were developed.”With Nina’s advice in mind, mum-of-three Lynsey Hope, 41, from West Malling, Kent, tried out a £3-a-day collagen shot for one month to the effect on her skin.
Here, she shares her diary of what happened.
January 2023
I met up with a “mum” friend who was looking particularly well rested. As I commented on how well she was looking, she joyfully confessed, that the reason for her new radiant look not a spa weekend or a good nights sleep but her fist ever round of injectables. Now had it been an industry friend, I wouldn’t have given it a second thought but this friend of mine was not someone to regularly indulge in beauty treatments, especially not ones involving needles. Impressed by her fresh, natural looking results I asked for the details of her injector.
The practioner in questions was Nina Prisk of Update Aesthetics. The name rang a bell. A regular amongst the beauty bibles, some further research revealed I was already in touch with her press team.
November 2022
Hyaluronic acid (also known as ‘HA’) is one of those ingredients that you see plastered all over product packaging and hear dermatologists wax lyrical about. And for very good reason. Perfect for people with dehydrated or dry skin(opens in new tab), there’s pretty much nothing else out there that can help boost moisture(opens in new tab) levels quite like hyaluronic acid(opens in new tab).
And don't be put off by the word ‘acid’—hyaluronic acid isn't like other acids for skin. While other skincare acids typically have exfoliating properties, hyaluronic acid does nothing of the sort.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural component of your body’s connective tissue that maintains the skin’s strength and elasticity. Around 50% of it is found in our skin.
October 2022
With the clocks going back tomorrow morning, an extra hour’s sleep is in store tonight for Brits up and down the country. But while the thought of spending more time in bed may be enough to put a smile on our faces, it turns out that the health benefits of getting some additional shut eye are enough to sing and dance about, too.
And given that nearly three quarters of UK adults don’t get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night, and with 14% getting less than five hours, it’s clear that having a good night’s sleep is more important than ever.
So, with the clocks going back, what are the benefits of getting an extra hour’s sleep and why should we all prioritise getting some rest?
October 2022
For decades, scientists have been trying to find a way to keep skin looking young.
“Applying collagen topically on the skin isn’t ideal because collagen doesn’t absorb well,” Nina explains. “Injecting collagen was used in medical skincare but that is no longer popular as it didn’t last as long as fillers and in some cases, it caused a reaction.
That’s why collagen supplements were developed.”With Nina’s advice in mind, mum-of-three Lynsey Hope, 41, from West Malling, Kent, tried out a £3-a-day collagen shot for one month to the effect on her skin.
Here, she shares her diary of what happened.
September 2022
Find yourself drenched in sweat after every workout? Here’s why some people sweat more than others?
While getting a sweat on can be a sure sign you’re working out hard, why do some people sweat more than others? There are lots of urban myths surrounding this issue, from being dehydrated to being too fit or not fit enough. We asked the experts for their take.
June 22
Teenager, 19, reveals doctors warned she could have cancer after she found a 1cm lump in her neck - only to discover it was 'migrated' £620 dermal filler
A 19-year-old student has revealed her shock after doctors warned she had cancer after she found a 1cm lump in her neck - only to discover that it was actually dermal filler that had migrated.
Gracie Andrews, from Cornwall, first had dermal filler injected in her lips just before her 19th birthday because she wanted them to look bigger with more of a pout.
The student went on to have £500 of filler injected into her jaw, cheek and chin in August 2021, before having another £120 of filler into her lips.
June 22
Summer’s here, and for some women who struggle to manage their excessive sweating it can bring a sense of dread.
It's estimated that 30% of people experience the excessive sweating condition known as hyperhidrosis but it's often considered embarrassing to talk about. Many women say that it seriously impacts their life and go to extreme lengths to conceal it.
As well as hyperhidrosis, hormones, the menopause and health conditions can all interfere with our temperature regulation, too.
Why do I sweat so much?
Aesthetics nurse and independent prescriber Nina Prisk from Update Aesthetics says that excessive sweating is relatively common and can appear in specific areas or across the whole body.
March 22
Everything you need to know about having lip filler dissolved including pain and cost.
As famous faces including Chloe Ferry and Molly-Mae Hague speak about getting their lips dissolved, here’s everything you need to know about the treatment.
Among A-list circles, it seems as though famous faces are turning their backs on the world of fillers, implants and incisions. From Molly-Mae Hague getting her filler dissolved to Geordie Shore’s Chloe Ferry showing off her smaller lips, some celebrities are having their plastic surgeries undone.
According to cosmetic nurse and expert in non-surgical injectables Nina Prisk, this is part of a wider trend.
February 2022
How To Find A Good Aesthetic Practitioner For All Your Injectable Needs (And The Best Ones To See Now)
The world of injectables can be a shady one. We hear horror stories of bodge-job lip filler or single eyebrows gone awry, and emphatically do not want them happening to us. Putting your face in another’s hands is an act of pure trust, so if you’ve been considering having an injectable treatment, such as filler or Botox, but simply don’t know where to start when it comes to finding the right cosmetic practitioner for you, let Vogue help you understand exactly what you need to know before booking in.
February 2022
'I'm a cosmetic nurse and people need to stop using TikTok lip plumping hacks'
EXCLUSIVE: London-based cosmetic nurse Nina Prisk has slammed a variety of lip plumping hacks she's seen on TikTok, from using chilli oil to cinnamon.
People will do anything in search for a plumper pout, with many turning to the internet to find cheap and easy hacks to do so.
But one cosmetic nurse has slammed people on TikTok for spreading misinformation and encouraging people to do dangerous lip plumping hacks.
London-based Nina Prisk recently won ‘Best Cosmetic Injector’ and sees hundreds of patients each week who travel to see her from across the country for injectable enhancement…
February 2022
All you need to know about Katie Price's latest 'chin lipo' and 'brow lift'
EXCLUSIVE Katie Price has been back in the surgeon's theatre, but what exactly are 'chin lipo' and a 'brow lift'? We asked the experts to explain...
December 2021
How to get a glowing complexion like Kate Middleton as the royal turns 40.
The Duchess of Cambridge will celebrate her 40th birthday on the 9th of January, but her complexion still has a seriously youthful glow – something skin experts completely agree with.
“There is absolutely no denying that Kate Middleton is absolutely beautiful, regardless of her age,” says cosmetic nurse Nina Prisk. “Her skin is glowing, has lots of volume and her eye area is lifted and bright.”
September 2021
Ah, the humble lip scrub. Never has a beauty product caused quite so much division.
There are those who firmly believe that deploying a decent exfoliator is to crack the case of lacklustre lips – while others swear that scrubbing will throw your pout off-kilter and in turn, dry your lips out even further. Then, there's the age-old question of whether you bother with a specific product or venture down the DIY route?
Revealing everything you need to know about lip exfoliators (and just in time, given that the colder months really are your lip's kryptonite) are Aesthetic Doctor Dr Sophie Shotter, lip expert and Aesthetic Nurse Nina Prisk and Get Harley's Dr Nina Bal…
June 2021
If you're finding that your lips are permanently dry no matter how frequently you reapply lip balm nor how hydrating your lipstick, you might be missing a key component to your lip care regime: SPF.
"Just as you would treat skin in other areas, the skin around the mouth should be protected every morning with sunscreen and topical antioxidants…
March 2021
Nurse Nina features in the Beauty and Cosmetic surgery guide 2021 alongside colleague Mr Paul Banwell highlighting her established successful clinic on Harley Street, and their joint collaboration of the Banwell.Prisk School of Aesthetic Medicine, training the next generation of aesthetic practitioners.
They both also feature in the Tattler address book.
January 2021
Artistic Appreciation, aesthetics & a new power duo in Harley Street. A love of art, stylish design, and a passion for aesthetics have brought Paul Banwell and Nina Prisk together in a collaboration which has set the aesthetic industry alight within the Capital…
May 2021
Understanding Artistic Appreciation Consultant plastic surgeon Mr Paul Banwell and nurse prescriber Nina Prisk discuss the essential concepts in beauty and aesthetics.
A deep understanding of beauty and aesthetics is implicit when forging a career in aesthetic medicine and yet perhaps this is not given the attention it should receive when in training…
February 2021
Fergie's granny makeover! Sarah Ferguson looks VERY youthful after birth of first grandchild - so, has she turned to tweakments such as micro-needling and an eye lift?
She may have just become a grandmother for the first time, but Sarah Ferguson is displaying a noticeably more youthful complexion than she was last summer…
March 2021
Still smooth-skinned after all that drama! Long-standing soap favourites who have barely aged a day despite decades on screen - from EastEnders' Gillian Taylforth to Corrie's Sue Nicholls.
From teenage pregnancies to drug and alcohol addiction, murdered family members and stretches in prison - the life of a soap character is never without drama…
May 2021
The expert lowdown on the beauty favourite that promises glowy skin for all
Hyaluronic acid: the headline-grabbing skincare ingredient that few can pronounce yet everyone wants a piece of thanks to its heroic hydrating properties. It may not roll off the tongue, but it’s purported to do wondrous things, quenching even the most parched complexions, plumping skin and eliciting a youthful glow…
May 2021
The inverted face filter trend on TikTok is facing criticism for “damaging people’s self-esteem”. The viral trend allows users to flip their appearance to show a mirrored reflection of themselves. But while it may be popular on the app, some experts have shared their concerns…
April 2021
It's soon to be officially illegal for children and teens to get botox or fillers, according to a new Act passed this week. The Act, passed in Parliament yesterday (29th April), is due to come into effect in autumn and is set to outlaw providing the injectables to anyone under the age of 18, for cosmetic reasons…
March 2021
With a slew of anti-ageing ingredients on the market, choosing your skincare products can be overwhelming. Before investing, it pays to swot up: which are worth the hype, the price, and which will work for your skin type and lifestyle? We’ve asked leading dermatologists to demystify the seven ingredients you should look out for that are guaranteed to yield results…
June 2021
As the celebrity trend for reversing cosmetic procedures takes off, more and more women who have had non-surgical work wonder if it’s time for an about-face…