In this issue

Welcome to the second print edition of A2 Magazine in 2017. As always, we’ll be bringing out four issues this year, one at the beginning of each season; March (autumn), June (winter), September (spring) and December (summer).

In this issue…

• Aesthetic Procedures: Myth vs Reality. Like anything, the world of aesthetic medicine and surgery has its myths. Mandy Collins looks at some common ones and finds out the truth.
• Lip Fillers: The Art & Science Behind a Natural Result. Dr Wade Merchant provides tips for both doctor and patient on how to achieve a perfect, natural-looking pout with lip fillers.
• The Rise of Male Aesthetics. With men nowadays putting more stock in their appearance, the aesthetics and anti-ageing market is no longer seen as a ‘women’s only’ commodity – which is evident from the sharp increase of men undergoing aesthetic procedures. Dr Anushka Reddy explains why.
• Ethnic Skin Ageing: Suitable and Safe Aesthetic Procedures Ageing is a complex, unavoidable process that happens in all humans and different skin types, which often respond best to different procedures.
• Shedding Light on Pigmentation: Dr Reza Mia explores the causes of pigmentation and how to treat it.
• Seasons and Routines. Ingrid Katz relays the importance of adapting your skin routine for the cold winter climate.
• The Orthotropics Application: The Science Behind Facial Beauty. Dr Zak Schabort explains how applying a unique dental treatment modality called orthotropics can not only enhance your smile, but additionally improves facial profile and functionality.
• Plastic Teens: Surge in Adolescent Cosmetic Surgery Linked to Bullying. Andrea Muller reports...
• Facelifts in Perspective. Dr Peet van Deventer advises on how receiving emotional support from your surgeon after undergoing a facelift procedure can provide longer-lasting and more effective results.
• Insulin Resistance: Addressing Accelerated Ageing and Abdominal Fat.

And so much more!

Women Have A “Memory Age” - And It's Younger Than They Thought

Survey finds no-one wants to be 21 again, while Gen X works harder than Boomers to retain and regain youth.

1 min

Older Women Less Likely To Be Offered Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy

Older women in England are usually not offered immediate breast reconstruction following a mastectomy, even though guidelines state that surgeons should discuss reconstruction with all suitable patients – and that it should also be available at the initial surgical operation.

1 min

Surprising Discovery

The skin of tilapia fish could potentially be used to bandage burns.

3 mins

Can Botulinum Toxin Beat The Blues?

DR ALISTAIR MCALPINE reports on how the use of botulinum toxin injectables may assist in the treatment of depression and anxiety.

3 mins

Lip Fillers - The Art And Science Behind A Natural Result

DR WADE MERCHANT provides tips for both doctor and patient on how to achieve a perfect, natural looking pout with lip fillers.

3 mins

Gynelase Vaginal Rejuvenation - A Urogynaecologist's Experience

Dr Pieter Kruger reviews the Gynelase Laser – an effective vaginal rejuvenation treatment for women who suffer from various pelvic floor disorders and sexual dysfunction.

2 mins

The Telomere Effect

Ageing is a relentless process. Yet why are some people healthy, alert and even running marathons into their 80s, while some far younger people look old, feel exhausted and are mentally clouded? DR CATHERINE DAVIES explains how part of this answer may lie in our telomeres.

4 mins

The Non-Surgical Facelift Of Choice

Ultherapy is making its mark amongst Hollywood stars as the ‘non-invasive facelift’, keeping most guessing what its gravity defying secret is.

2 mins

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A2 Aesthetic and Anti-Ageing Magazine Description:

A2 Aesthetic & Anti-Ageing Magazine, your South African go-to magazine dedicated to aesthetics, anti-ageing, integrative medicine, medical skincare, cosmetic dentistry and cosmetic surgery. We are the pit stop for our aesthetically minded readers who are already on, or about to embark on their aesthetic journey.

We print only four magazines each year - one in March (Autumn), June (Winter), September (Spring) and December (Summer).

In addition to covering all the latest local and international news on the aesthetic and cosmetic front, we also have an extensive range of highly accredited and reputable medical professionals on our panels – all here to help you make an informed decision on your aesthetic journey.