I am pleased to announce that we have just acquired a ThermaVein machine for thread veins and spider veins ThermaVein is the instant, effective and safe treatment for thread veins and spider veins, medically known as telangiectasia. ThermaVein uses a unique process known as micro thermocoagulation that seals thread vein walls causing them to permanently Read more…

The term ‘retinoid’ describes a group of compounds closely related to vitamin A. Members of this group include: retinol retinaldehyde retinyl esters tretinoin (Retin-A™) isotretinoin(Roaccutane™) adapalene (Differin™) Some of these are used as prescription treatments for skin conditions including acne. Retinoids are the most potent skin anti-ageing skin preparations available. They have a proven ability to Read more…

I believe that one way to really understand a cosmetic treatment is to try it out yourself. Over the last few years I have had Botox, fillers and Dermaroller; all of which have given me useful insights into how they feel and work. I always try out new serums and skin products myself. As a Read more…

As a doctor I am committed to only use therapies that have been proven by scientific research to be effective and safe. By scientific research I mean proper studies that have been published in scientific journals and not just a promotion that says 8 out of 10 women thought that something was good. In January Read more…

We have been getting great results from our DermaLux Red/Blue LED light therapy. Either used alone or in combination with Medik8 Light Amplifier we have seen a significant improvement in clients skin tone & texture and a reduction in irritation and redness. In addition, blue light therapy has been clinically proven to help acne sufferers Read more…

Providing an effective and non-surgical way to reduce wrinkles and tighten facial skin is one of the greatest challenges in cosmetic medicine. Dr Peter Forrester has until now remained sceptical about the ability of existing treatments to fully meet this challenge. However, with INTRAcel he has found a way that really does work to tighten facial Read more…

Now available at The Cosmetic Doctors Company Esher, Surrey Dermalux LED therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses light energy to rejuvenate and repair the skin in a safe and pain-free way with no irritation or down-time. Beneficial for all skin types including ageing, photo-damaged, sensitive, and problematic. Minimises fine lines and wrinkles, firms skin, Read more…

It is now accepted that much of the progressive deterioration of facial skin that occurs with ageing is caused by the cumulative effect of years of exposure to damaging UV light. Sun-protection is not something to be adopted for just a few weeks in the summer but should be considered all year round. Significant amounts Read more…

Truly effective anti-ageing skincare doesn’t need to be expensive. As I have said in my earlier blogs, scientific research indicates that the essential components of an anti-ageing facial regime are a Vitamin C serum, a retinoid and a hydroxy acid. To these three add a sunscreen, moisturiser & cleanser and you will not need anything Read more…

The aim of Cosmetic Medicine is to produce a younger and healthier appearance without the need for surgery or procedures that have significant recovery periods. With this in mind, in the late 1980’s lasers began to be used for facial skin resurfacing, burning off ageing and photo-damaged skin allowing healthy new skin to grow.  By Read more…