Simply You

THE CUTTING EDGE

In the summer months, the body comes under the spotlight. For those who’ve given their face a helping hand with good skincare and other cosmetic medicine, “there can be a distinct contrast between the face and south of the jawline,” says Dr Joanna Romanowska of Clinic 42, who reports that body treatments are becoming increasingly popular, especially for the neck and hands. Here, we examine some of the new technology and trends in treatments and surgical procedures.

Chin & neck

The biggest advancement is Belkyra, which launched in New Zealand two years ago. It treats a double chin by removing fat from around the neck and jawline (aka the ‘jeck’). “This is a prescription-only injectable treatment that permanently destroys

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