Skin Concerns
At City Skin Clinic, we’re passionate about skin and fuss-free beauty. We’ve put together a database of some of the most popular skin and aesthetic concerns which we see regularly in clinic. Over time we will continue to expand and update our dataset in order to provide you with concise and accurate information. Don’t forget to visit our blog, for more detailed guides, beauty tips, reviews and interviews.
Crow’s Feet & Smile Lines
Crow’s feet, also known as smile lines, are wrinkles that appear on the outer corners of the eye. They are caused by contraction of the muscle...
Lip Enhancement
WHAT IS LIP ENHANCEMENT? The lips frame the mouth and are a major focal point for the lower face. They are an important aesthetic component...
Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Wrinkles and fine lines are a natural part of the ageing process. You could say that they mark the passage of time and experiences we have lived...
Neck Sagging & Wrinkles
WHAT CAUSES NECK SAGGING & WRINKLES? As we age, the skin on the neck loses collagen and elastin. This leads to thin and less pliable skin on...
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a very common and harmless skin condition that gives rise to darker patches of colour on the skin.
Sunken Cheeks
WHAT ARE SUNKEN CHEEKS? The fat compartments underneath your skin dictate the shape and fullness of the face. When volume loss occurs ...
Forehead Wrinkles & Frown Lines
WHAT ARE FOREHEAD WRINKLES & FROWN LINES? Forehead wrinkles are horizontal lines that appear on the forehead due to contraction of the muscl...
Small Chin & Chin Dimpling
WHAT IS A SMALL CHIN OR CHIN DIMPLING? The shape of your chin depends on several factors including genetics, development and the rest of your fa...
Jowls & Marionette Lines
Jowls are loose skin and flesh that hang beneath the lower jawline. Marionette lines or “puppet lines” are lines that run from the corners o...
Jawline Contouring & Square Jaw Reduction
The shape of the jaw is dependent on the bone, muscles, fat and skin the comprise it. There are many factors that affect the appearance of the j...
Acne
WHAT IS ACNE? Acne is a very common skin condition that can affect people across all age groups. It happens when your pores become clogged up wi...
Gummy Smile
A gummy smile is defined as an excessive display of gum tissue when you smile. Thankfully, there is nothing dangerous or unhealthy about having ...
Acne Scars
Acne can be an emotionally distressing condition, and its fall-out, namely acne scars and hyperpigmentation, can further exacerbate this. If you...
Melasma
Melasma hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition. It is characterised by the appearance of brown or grey-brown patches, primarily on the fac...
Nose To Mouth Lines
WHAT ARE NOSE TO MOUTH LINES? Nose to mouth lines or nasolabial folds as they’re technically called are creases that extend from the edge of t...
Loss Of Face Volume
WHAT IS LOSS OF FACE VOLUME? The whole mark of a younger face is one with thick, plump and firm skin. Additionally, younger faces have full...
A Deeper Look at Acne Rosacea: Types, Symptoms and Treatments
What is Acne Rosacea? Acne rosacea (or just Rosacea as its more commonly known), is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the face. Pr...
Skin Ageing
Ageing is a natural process that everyone goes through, and your skin is no exception. Whether it’s the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles...
Under Eye Circles, Bags & Tear Troughs
WHAT ARE UNDER EYE CIRCLES, BAGS & TEAR TROUGHS? These are all very common areas of concern for both men and women. Under eye circles are da...