Thanks for talking about the machines that some surgeries choose to invest in; nothing is more apt than when your interviewee said “To a hammer, everything looks like a nail”. Finding someone skilled in the *correct* procedure with the most efficacious tools for your concern is paramount. Such a wonderful channel, your expertise as a journalist is patent.
Great interview. I have a red light panel that I treat my entire body with and I love it. I discovered your channel through Claudia glows and I am really enjoying it. I am considering purchasing the ladder exerciser your mom bought! I would love to see you do a video on Fibroblast treatments. Some people say they are as good as a facelift while others say they don’t do much.
So glad you’re enjoying the channel! My mum has had so much benefit from the climber - it’s a great investment. I have tried Tixel (similar to fibroblast) in the past and filmed a couple of videos on my results. It helped lift my upper lids but did thin my skin so there are pros and cons. My skin volume improved over time so I think overall the treatments worked well for me.
I tried laser skin ablation and for all the pain, bleeding, oozing and downtime, it didn’t do anything! My derm even performed it four times, the third time for half price and the fourth time for free, and only one line on my upper lip was improved. At that point, he gave up. I also tried Juvederm and Radiesse, and merely absorbed them without any improvement-even after trying both twice over around my mouth, in my lips and the backs of my hands. As soon as the initial swelling receded, there was no improvement at all. I have very little fat on my body, but perhaps trying a fat transfer from my lower abdomen to my lips, around my mouth and to the backs of my hands? Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a derm who does this in the San Francisco Bay Area! Apparently, the ones who are trained in this are in Southern California.
I’m getting ready to have an upper eye blepharoplasty,,, but I have deep wrinkles on my upper lip and I’m trying to figure out the best procedure for that
I think it would be a good idea to go for a consultation about that because it could be smoothed over with injectables, or it may be that RF could be used to tighten the skin. Hope the eyelid procedure goes well!
I had 4 sessions of radio frequency on my lower face … could have done with the fat loss aspect as I have big checks .. it was meant to tighten & target around lower face & chin… it was like the emperors new clothes… I could see no difference 😂
@@thehonestchannel no … 😂 it was like being convinced I was wearing clothes but I was still naked 😂🙈🙈🙈… I kept trying to convince myself there must be sone subtle difference but photos just looked the same.
It’s interesting the types of treatments he’s recommending in that they’re all taught these practices (different chemical’s and various machines) by big pharma when they’re in medical school. Choosing these options won’t guarantee your success or satisfaction but they all do benefit 1. the doctor and 2. of course big pharma. Therefore I cannot stress enough the use of red light therapy masks which you can use in the privacy of your own home. With regular use (5 nights a week for 20 to 30 minutes) you’ll experience effective results for a lot less $$$ that are gentler to your skin. Plus it’s not like after you have all this done (peels and machines) your face is going to stay like that. But the regular and ongoing use of red light mask technology helps you to maintain the effects ongoing for a LOT less of an investment.
@@x-starlight-x after some research I settled on one made by LED Esthetics. It has 4 or 5 different types of infrared light depending on the user’s needs. The blue light setting for example kills bacteria associated with acne and the red promotes healing. Why dermatologists would recommend oral and topical medication which can be costly as well as not easy on the body plus potential side effects when they could recommend blue light therapy done at home. Sorry for the tangent. Hope this helps.
no LED masks offer infrared light. The closest they come to infrared is near infrared. Red, blue, green, Amber, etc. are not infrared. Infrared is its own wave length-and its very hot. red light masks and panels are wonderful, but they are not going to do much for a 65-year-old with significantly sagging skin. There are cases where professional treatments. are the only way to get desired results.
Is HIFU just as bad for fat loss as RF? I've been recommended ULTRUFORMER 3 for saggy eyelids and around the jowls. Now Im rethinking the whole idea! Scared at thought of fat loss and looking worse! Love the channel - just found you.
Hi Susan. So glad you’re finding the channel helpful. Ultrasound has also been associated with facial fat loss so it is something I would talk to your provider about. I would feel more comfortable getting ultrasound around my jowls, particularly under the chin which I’ve successfully had done before, but I don’t think I’d use it higher up my face now. I’d only have the treatment done by a medical practitioner and one who had detailed knowledge of fat loss risk and how to minimise it and who is open about this. Hope that advice helps!
It does cause fat loss I used it on my outer thigh and lost fat plus studies have showed that it cannot control the depths so it can reach your bones so I wouldn’t use it on my face
Hi Clare - what RF device have you been using and are you going to post a review? I have one I've been using for a couple of months and am getting good results. I think it is wonderful to be able to do these treatments at home! Also, Dr Westreich is unusual in that many plastic surgeons still insist that surgery is the only way to correct the problems of the aging face. This was a very interesting video!
Hi Elyse. I use the Lumo RF device and, like you have been seeing good results. I’ve done a couple of videos on it - this is my most recent ruclips.net/video/SZ0lw6DlVjc/видео.html Which device are you using? Did you take a before picture? I’d love to share your results on the channel, not no pressure : )
@@thehonestchannel Clare, I forgot you had the Lumo. I use the Nebulyft RF (along with an LED mask) I will be starting a new device, The Foreo Bear for microcurrent, in the next week. I don't know if they sell the Nebulyft in the UK, but it has an "iffy" reputation here. Many You Tube creators really like it (they got it free), but there has been some negative talk about it in the Facebook groups - probably because its feeling of heat does not burn as much as some of the other RF devices. Also, I have not taken any photos. Yet. Sorry. I am very camera-averse. But maybe this will be the inspiration I need to start! Anyway, I don't feel pressured at all, so no worries. Also, I don't mean to make you self-conscious, but your face is looking very good, so whatever you are doing is working well!
@@elysek1 Thanks Elyse. That’s interesting to hear about the Nebulyft. I’ve not seen it advertised here. Will be very interested to hear how you get on - and thanks for your kind words 😊
Hi Claire Ultherapy as you have experienced, lifts sagging skin the visualisation allows the ultrasound to be delivered into the correct tissue layer, avoiding fat. With over 10 years of experience at Dr Victoria Clinic Edinburgh I have never seen fat loss. I visited Ultherapy’s research and development innovation centre in Phoenix Arizona USA to learn directly from the scientists who designed Ultherapy. They were trying to develop a hand piece that would break down fat, this has not been possible. I visited an outstanding dermatology practice in Washington to exchange ideas on how get the best outcomes with Ultherapy. Myself and my wonderful colleague Dr Julia Selvi (Leeds) worked closely with Merz to bring best practice back to the UK. Dr Julia Selvi did ground breaking work to re-designed the whole training path for Ultherapy practitioners in the UK and internationally. I can confidently say that Ultherapy is the safest way to non-surgically lift. The type of collagen is youthful, giving a lovely fresh glow to the skin. Skilled treatment is generally very tolerable and you can put your makeup on and go out that night with no discomfort.
Eye surgery is the most bang for your buck. It's the most successful, heals the fastest and makes the biggest difference. If u have only one surgery, that's the one. Your hooded eyes r only partly due to age. They're also hereditary. Am I right? The hooded eye is a very sexy look. Think Faye Dunaway, Lauren Bacall, Charlotte Rampling. But it's one of those features that doesn't age well. Life's so unfair sometimes. The tricky thing about eye surgery is to maintain that hooded look.
@@thehonestchannel I wish it wasn't so. The eyes r so delicate that these at home devices r too brutish. On the other side I feel a full face lift is too brutish. I had a lot of plastic surgery in my 20's and 30's. (implants mostly). They don't tell u that the recovery is as close to hell as u will ever get. It always took me a full year to heal. And I'm glad I held off on a face lift. I had to have open heart surgery in Jan. I would have had two major surgeries on top of each other. The heart surgery was the single worst experience of my life!
@@christopherm6805 I agree. I can’t bring myself to go under the knife. I’ve found a few things that have helped improve the sagging over the years so I leave it as is for now. I hope you are fully recovered from your heart surgery. That’s a huge operation.
@@thehonestchannel Thank u so much. It was the worst thing I'be ever experienced. Now when someone starts bitching my answer is always, "Dud you have open heart surgery> Then shut the fuck up!"
So maybe at home Device that doesn’t go beyond 42 or 43 Celsius will be safe and effective as effective as it may be…? You’ve made some changes Claire , which you’ve spoken about lately as you turned 50, have you ditched at home RF devices you were using before, e.g. Venus ?
Hi. The Venus isn't RF, it's just red light and vibration so I do use that in summer to help with fluid retention due to allergies. Otherwise though as you've picked up in recent videos, I have moved away from more aggressive home treatments and stick with red light and microcurrent.
@@thehonestchannel oh, the website says: Thermal Heating- a constant temperature of 42°C (107.6°F) is applied to the eyelid to stimulate collagen growth, the fibrous protein important in maintaining the face’s youthful look. I thought all heat inducing devices are RF. I keep learning all the time. Thank you.
I can't quite place your accent. My mother was from Nottingham and my grandmother Yorkshire. I was born in the States. I recognize the Midland accents. That's about it.
@@thehonestchannel I thought I heard a bit of the Scot in u. I'm liking u more and more! I love the name Edinburgh. It's so lyrical. It's a lovely accent.
Hi Lauren. Dr Westreich is talking about non-surgical procedures as alternatives to facelifts - so those powerful treatments you can get in clinics to tighten your skin. I find microcurrent useful for keeping muscles toned but it wouldn’t significantly address sagging skin. Same with dermawand. They’re more helpful for slight, gradual lifts and maintenance. Hope that helps.
when at home devices are used regularly- they can yield some worthwhile results, combined with healthy diet, regular mild blood-flow enhancing movements, proper posture, including back/ shoulders, neck/ head postures- and good, protective skincare, work together for better results that you will enjoy
Eyelid surgery is AMAZING N SO EASY N FAST. I DID IT AT 40 N WILL DO IT AGAIN AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE
Thanks for talking about the machines that some surgeries choose to invest in; nothing is more apt than when your interviewee said “To a hammer, everything looks like a nail”. Finding someone skilled in the *correct* procedure with the most efficacious tools for your concern is paramount. Such a wonderful channel, your expertise as a journalist is patent.
Thank you Anastasia. I really appreciate that - so glad you find the videos helpful
Hello Doctor, what do you recommend for anti-aging for melasma prone skin?
Great interview. I have a red light panel that I treat my entire body with and I love it. I discovered your channel through Claudia glows and I am really enjoying it. I am considering purchasing the ladder exerciser your mom bought! I would love to see you do a video on Fibroblast treatments. Some people say they are as good as a facelift while others say they don’t do much.
So glad you’re enjoying the channel! My mum has had so much benefit from the climber - it’s a great investment. I have tried Tixel (similar to fibroblast) in the past and filmed a couple of videos on my results. It helped lift my upper lids but did thin my skin so there are pros and cons. My skin volume improved over time so I think overall the treatments worked well for me.
This was awesome…very practical & honest!! 🥰
Glad you enjoyed it! So refreshing to get straight and upfront answers.
I tried laser skin ablation and for all the pain, bleeding, oozing and downtime, it didn’t do anything! My derm even performed it four times, the third time for half price and the fourth time for free, and only one line on my upper lip was improved. At that point, he gave up. I also tried Juvederm and Radiesse, and merely absorbed them without any improvement-even after trying both twice over around my mouth, in my lips and the backs of my hands. As soon as the initial swelling receded, there was no improvement at all. I have very little fat on my body, but perhaps trying a fat transfer from my lower abdomen to my lips, around my mouth and to the backs of my hands? Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a derm who does this in the San Francisco Bay Area! Apparently, the ones who are trained in this are in Southern California.
Sorry to hear this.
I’m getting ready to have an upper eye blepharoplasty,,, but I have deep wrinkles on my upper lip and I’m trying to figure out the best procedure for that
I think it would be a good idea to go for a consultation about that because it could be smoothed over with injectables, or it may be that RF could be used to tighten the skin. Hope the eyelid procedure goes well!
I absolutely agree with this. RF is great for skin tightening! 😊
RF melted the fat in my face aging me 15 years. Don’t do it.
@@victoriarydzyk1819 Same story here, you could try the Adipeau. I will ;-)
In my opinion, Renuvion’s plasma laser beats all of them. Plasma is cool, so there’s no danger of melting subcutaneous fat.
Thanks for sharing your opinion Deirdre!
Thank you so much for doing this and for your channel overall. Cuts through a lot of bs.
I had 4 sessions of radio frequency on my lower face … could have done with the fat loss aspect as I have big checks .. it was meant to tighten & target around lower face & chin… it was like the emperors new clothes… I could see no difference 😂
I do hope you got at least a partial refund
@@thehonestchannel no … 😂 it was like being convinced I was wearing clothes but I was still naked 😂🙈🙈🙈… I kept trying to convince myself there must be sone subtle difference but photos just looked the same.
@@thehonestchannel I probably noticed more improvement using a retinol & taking collagen
RF melted the fat all over my face aging me significantly
Co2 fractional laser ❤
Could you ask Dr Westreich what the difference is between Fractora and Morpheus8 Please
It’s interesting the types of treatments he’s recommending in that they’re all taught these practices (different chemical’s and various machines) by big pharma when they’re in medical school. Choosing these options won’t guarantee your success or satisfaction but they all do benefit 1. the doctor and 2. of course big pharma. Therefore I cannot stress enough the use of red light therapy masks which you can use in the privacy of your own home. With regular use (5 nights a week for 20 to 30 minutes) you’ll experience effective results for a lot less $$$ that are gentler to your skin. Plus it’s not like after you have all this done (peels and machines) your face is going to stay like that. But the regular and ongoing use of red light mask technology helps you to maintain the effects ongoing for a LOT less of an investment.
Thanks for sharing your experience Susan.
Have you got any recommendations for an at home red light therapy mask?
@@x-starlight-x after some research I settled on one made by LED Esthetics. It has 4 or 5 different types of infrared light depending on the user’s needs. The blue light setting for example kills bacteria associated with acne and the red promotes healing. Why dermatologists would recommend oral and topical medication which can be costly as well as not easy on the body plus potential side effects when they could recommend blue light therapy done at home. Sorry for the tangent. Hope this helps.
You are so right , dear 👍 This is indeed such a business .
no LED masks offer infrared light. The closest they come to infrared is near infrared. Red, blue, green, Amber, etc. are not infrared. Infrared is its own wave length-and its very hot. red light masks and panels are wonderful, but they are not going to do much for a 65-year-old with significantly sagging skin. There are cases where professional treatments. are the only way to get desired results.
So good! Thank you.
Thank you!
Great interview 🙏
Thanks Michelle. It was great to speak to a doctor who was upfront and very clear about the options.
@@thehonestchannel can't wait for the next one 🙏
Would be good to know of a good eyelid surgeon in the uk. I have the same issue as you. Thank you for your video
I can’t recommend a UK surgeon I’m afraid, but you can search for registered cosmetic surgeons near you here baaps.org.uk/patients/surgeons/
check out George Orfaniotis. Hes in London
Thanks ❤
Do you know of any RF devices that can be used at home that would give good results? Do you know in PDO Threads are a good option?
Hi Michelle. I haven’t tried threads but I have reviewed this RF device with good results ruclips.net/video/WgXccuB8dOI/видео.html
Is HIFU just as bad for fat loss as RF? I've been recommended ULTRUFORMER 3 for saggy eyelids and around the jowls. Now Im rethinking the whole idea! Scared at thought of fat loss and looking worse! Love the channel - just found you.
Hi Susan. So glad you’re finding the channel helpful. Ultrasound has also been associated with facial fat loss so it is something I would talk to your provider about. I would feel more comfortable getting ultrasound around my jowls, particularly under the chin which I’ve successfully had done before, but I don’t think I’d use it higher up my face now. I’d only have the treatment done by a medical practitioner and one who had detailed knowledge of fat loss risk and how to minimise it and who is open about this. Hope that advice helps!
It does cause fat loss I used it on my outer thigh and lost fat plus studies have showed that it cannot control the depths so it can reach your bones so I wouldn’t use it on my face
@@ummtaimann6819 So the device you bought worked for you! Could you please share which devive did you use, i am interested, thank you!
How about PRP?
Where does Kybella fall regarding rejuvenation?
I haven’t looked into Kybella on the channel but I will make a note to do that.
What are you using as a handheld radio frequency machine at home? I would really love to know that because there’s 1 million of them
I use the EvenSkyn Lumo ruclips.net/video/WgXccuB8dOI/видео.html though I use it pretty infrequently now for maintenance and on a low setting.
Hi Clare - what RF device have you been using and are you going to post a review? I have one I've been using for a couple of months and am getting good results. I think it is wonderful to be able to do these treatments at home! Also, Dr Westreich is unusual in that many plastic surgeons still insist that surgery is the only way to correct the problems of the aging face. This was a very interesting video!
Hi Elyse. I use the Lumo RF device and, like you have been seeing good results. I’ve done a couple of videos on it - this is my most recent ruclips.net/video/SZ0lw6DlVjc/видео.html Which device are you using? Did you take a before picture? I’d love to share your results on the channel, not no pressure : )
@@thehonestchannel Clare, I forgot you had the Lumo. I use the Nebulyft RF (along with an LED mask) I will be starting a new device, The Foreo Bear for microcurrent, in the next week. I don't know if they sell the Nebulyft in the UK, but it has an "iffy" reputation here. Many You Tube creators really like it (they got it free), but there has been some negative talk about it in the Facebook groups - probably because its feeling of heat does not burn as much as some of the other RF devices. Also, I have not taken any photos. Yet. Sorry. I am very camera-averse. But maybe this will be the inspiration I need to start! Anyway, I don't feel pressured at all, so no worries. Also, I don't mean to make you self-conscious, but your face is looking very good, so whatever you are doing is working well!
@@elysek1 Thanks Elyse. That’s interesting to hear about the Nebulyft. I’ve not seen it advertised here. Will be very interested to hear how you get on - and thanks for your kind words 😊
@@elysek1 , plz can u post the nebulyft results. As I have just got it.
Hi Claire
Ultherapy as you have experienced, lifts sagging skin the visualisation allows the ultrasound to be delivered into the correct tissue layer, avoiding fat. With over 10 years of experience at Dr Victoria Clinic Edinburgh I have never seen fat loss.
I visited Ultherapy’s research and development innovation centre in Phoenix Arizona USA to learn directly from the scientists who designed Ultherapy. They were trying to develop a hand piece that would break down fat, this has not been possible. I visited an outstanding dermatology practice in Washington to exchange ideas on how get the best outcomes with Ultherapy. Myself and my wonderful colleague Dr Julia Selvi (Leeds) worked closely with Merz to bring best practice back to the UK. Dr Julia Selvi did ground breaking work to re-designed the whole training path for Ultherapy practitioners in the UK and internationally.
I can confidently say that Ultherapy is the safest way to non-surgically lift. The type of collagen is youthful, giving a lovely fresh glow to the skin.
Skilled treatment is generally very tolerable and you can put your makeup on and go out that night with no discomfort.
Hi Dr Victoria. Thanks very much for sharing your experience here.
Thank u!!! What is the in-office procedure the Dr referred to for upper lids?? Thank u!! ❤️❤️
He said that while thermal treatments could be helpful, for upper lids he finds surgery gives the best results but done under local anaesthetic.
Sorry, but what was the at home radio frequency device? There was no link
What about micro needling?
Eye surgery is the most bang for your buck. It's the most successful, heals the fastest and makes the biggest difference. If u have only one surgery, that's the one. Your hooded eyes r only partly due to age. They're also hereditary. Am I right? The hooded eye is a very sexy look. Think Faye Dunaway, Lauren Bacall, Charlotte Rampling. But it's one of those features that doesn't age well. Life's so unfair sometimes. The tricky thing about eye surgery is to maintain that hooded look.
I would have to agree as someone who has hooded eyes. It’s hard to avoid the drooping and surgery, done well, does seem to deliver the best results.
@@thehonestchannel I wish it wasn't so. The eyes r so delicate that these at home devices r too brutish. On the other side I feel a full face lift is too brutish. I had a lot of plastic surgery in my 20's and 30's. (implants mostly). They don't tell u that the recovery is as close to hell as u will ever get. It always took me a full year to heal. And I'm glad I held off on a face lift. I had to have open heart surgery in Jan. I would have had two major surgeries on top of each other. The heart surgery was the single worst experience of my life!
@@christopherm6805 I agree. I can’t bring myself to go under the knife. I’ve found a few things that have helped improve the sagging over the years so I leave it as is for now. I hope you are fully recovered from your heart surgery. That’s a huge operation.
@@thehonestchannel Thank u so much. It was the worst thing I'be ever experienced. Now when someone starts bitching my answer is always, "Dud you have open heart surgery> Then shut the fuck up!"
One thing about your hooded eyes, if u can find an eye device that really works u will be the poster child for that device!
So maybe at home
Device that doesn’t go beyond 42 or 43 Celsius will be safe and effective as effective as it may be…? You’ve made some changes Claire , which you’ve spoken about lately as you turned 50, have you ditched at home RF devices you were using before, e.g. Venus ?
Hi. The Venus isn't RF, it's just red light and vibration so I do use that in summer to help with fluid retention due to allergies. Otherwise though as you've picked up in recent videos, I have moved away from more aggressive home treatments and stick with red light and microcurrent.
@@thehonestchannel oh, the website says: Thermal Heating- a constant temperature of 42°C (107.6°F) is applied to the eyelid to stimulate collagen growth, the fibrous protein important in maintaining the face’s youthful look.
I thought all heat inducing devices are RF. I keep learning all the time. Thank you.
I can't quite place your accent. My mother was from Nottingham and my grandmother Yorkshire. I was born in the States. I recognize the Midland accents. That's about it.
I’m from Edinburgh in Scotland so it’s quite a gentle accent. I lived in London for quite a few years too.
@@thehonestchannel I thought I heard a bit of the Scot in u. I'm liking u more and more! I love the name Edinburgh. It's so lyrical. It's a lovely accent.
What about the Nuface? Also when u say RF, would that include the at-home Dermawand?? Thank you!! 💕
Hi Lauren. Dr Westreich is talking about non-surgical procedures as alternatives to facelifts - so those powerful treatments you can get in clinics to tighten your skin. I find microcurrent useful for keeping muscles toned but it wouldn’t significantly address sagging skin. Same with dermawand. They’re more helpful for slight, gradual lifts and maintenance. Hope that helps.
when at home devices are used regularly- they can yield some worthwhile results, combined with healthy diet, regular mild blood-flow enhancing movements, proper posture, including back/ shoulders, neck/ head postures- and good, protective skincare, work together for better results that you will enjoy
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Thanks Jenny! Much appreciated x
What is he saying at 6'10? If u need skin tightening...?
What about ems and what for marionette lines es
I’ve done a lot on EMS devices on this channel Jane. I find them particularly effective for toning around the jowls.
I heard radio therapy can make the skins look older over time
Plasma Fibroblast?
Definitely NO. Not FDA approved and banned in Canada as way too many complications occur.
Hifu?
This doctor rates RF treatments as the most effective for anti-aging. There are several machines that are going to do a very similar job.
Don’t get hifu
Sounds like a lot of these machines are a waste of money!