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 muscles responsible for squinting, smiling, laughing or frowni...
Lip Enhancement
The lips are an important part of the face and have a vital functional as well as aesthetic role. As the centrepieces of the face, our lips captivate attention, express emotions and can even signify h...
Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Wrinkles and fine lines are natural signs of ageing. If you want to be poetic you could even argue that they mark the passage of time and experiences we have lived. That being said, neck and facial wr...
Neck Sagging & Wrinkles
A saggy neck, often referred to as “turkey neck”, is a term used to describe the appearance of loose, drooping skin beneath the chin and along the neck. Neck sagging and wrinkles are a com...
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 in the face (this is usually due to age), the cheeks and...
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 muscles that raise the brows. Frown lines are vertical wrinkl...
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 facial features. A small chin is generally described as on...
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 of the mouth to the chin. Both are a sign of ageing and v...
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 jaw including genetics and lifestyle. Some people seek to...
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 with oil and dead skin cells. This gives rise to whitehead...
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 a gummy smile. However, some people feel it makes them l...
Acne Scars
Acne can be an emotionally distressing condition, and its fall-out, namely acne scars and hyperpigmentation, can further exacerbate this. If you’re dealing with acne scars, you are not alone. Ac...
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss is a common and often distressing condition affecting millions of women worldwide. It is distinct from male pattern baldness, which typically involves a receding hairline and ...
Melasma
Melasma hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition. It is characterised by the appearance of brown or grey-brown patches, mainly on the face. While anyone can get melasma, it is more common in women...
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 the nose down to the corner of the mouth. They can appear...
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 fuller volumes due to the size and location of the facial fa...
Acne Rosacea
What is Acne Rosacea? Acne rosacea (or just Rosacea as its more commonly known), is a chronic skin condition that typically affects the face. Primarily rosacea is most evident on the cheeks, nose, chi...
Male Pattern Hair Loss
Male pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is a common condition that affects millions of men worldwide. It involves a distinct pattern of hair thinning and loss. This can begin as e...
Skin Ageing
Ageing is a natural process that everyone goes through, and your skin is no different. Whether it’s the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation or reduced elasticity, skin ageing c...
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 dark patches that are visible under the eye. Depending on ...