It’s a Euros summer, and all eyes are on the England team, especially Birmingham’s very own Jude Bellingham!

Alongside being one of the tournament’s most promising players, fans have also noticed darker patches on his skin, particularly around the cheeks and forehead.

What is hyperpigmentation?

Hyperpigmentation is a common, harmless condition where patches of the skin become darker than the surrounding areas. This can be a result of:

• Skin tone – darker skin tones are more likely to experience hyperpigmentation.
• Sun exposure 
• Hormonal changes
• Age
• Genetics, and more.

With Jude’s skin tone and sun exposure due to his job being outside, this makes him more susceptible to pigmentation concerns. Melasma is also a very common pigmentation issue during your 20s.

He’s not the only famous face that’s experienced this skin concern. The likes of Kim Kardashian, Jenna Dewan, Olivia Munn and more have also had hyperpigmentation, melasma and related concerns.

How can hyperpigmentation be treated?

There are many simple and highly effective solutions to tackle hyperpigmentation, both at home and in-clinic at Dermoperfection!

Our skincare recommendations include:

• Wearing SPF daily: of course, this is essential even if you don’t have pigmentation concerns! This protects against UVA and UVB rays, thus preventing overproduction of melanin. 
• Choosing hyperpigmentation tailored products: we are both an Obagi and PCA Skin ambassador clinic in Birmingham, so you can expect only the best products to add to your routine. 

Check out our full skincare range here.

Our treatment recommendations include:

• HydraFacial Syndeo: choose from a curated selection of HydraFacial boosters to minimise hyperpigmentation, and brighten, balance and smooth the skin. This 3in1 facial will then leave your skin GLOWING!
• SQT Bio Microneedling: microneedling has always been a pigmentation-busting favourite, and you can take it to the next level at Dermoperfection! Using freshwater sponge as microneedles, this is a 100% natural treatment. Plus, it gives amazing results in treating hyperpigmentation, melasma, uneven skin tone and more.
• PCA Skin peels: uncover your hyperpigmentation-free skin with a gentle but powerful peel! We offer the PCA Skin Perfecting Peel and NoPeel Peel for all-round rejuvenation, or try the Pigment Correct Peel. This peel achieves a 17% reduction in hyperpigmentation after only one treatment. 
• Mesoestetic Microneedling: patients LOVE the versatility of this microneedling treatment, as you can choose your own c.prof solution based on your skin concerns. The depigmentation solution does exactly as it says – reduces hyperpigmentation whilst also brightening and evening out the skin tone. 

This is just a selection of our in-demand hyperpigmentation treatments, however our trusted West Midlands clinicians can make bespoke suggestions during a consultation.

We can’t wait to see you at our Birmingham clinic so you can say goodbye to your pigmentation hang-ups for once and for all!

Cover image: UEFA / Getty Images

This month, Dermoperfection’s founder and director Stu featured in ‘Behind the Glow’, a blog for PCA Skin professionals! Check it out below:

Welcome back to the series Behind the Glow where we take 10 mins with one of our brand ambassadors to get to know them and all their PCA Skin gossip.

Introducing our next ambassador of the series, Stuart Logan the Clinical Director of Dermoperfection Medical, Skin & Cosmetic Clinic based in The Mailbox, Birmingham. Stu’s journey began in the NHS, where he honed his skills in emergency and acute medicine. With extensive experience in senior clinical and operational roles across various specialities and organisations, Stu’s expertise shines through in every treatment he performs.

What inspired you to become an ambassador for PCA Skin?

I was inspired to become an ambassador for PCA Skin because of the brand’s indication-led, results-driven approach to skincare and professional peels. Introducing PCA Skin into my practice was a game changer as it allowed me to offer my patients a home care product range that I had full confidence in, delivering results tailored to their needs and transforming their skin. The overwhelmingly positive feedback from my patients has been incredible.

Growing alongside the brand in the industry, I feel a strong connection to PCA Skin and believe it has been a significant part of my professional journey. Becoming an ambassador allows me to further amplify this amazing brand and collaborate with the incredible team behind it.

Can you highlight some of your personal hero products in the PCA Skin line-up?

There are so many, but I’ll try to crunch it down to:
1. Pigment or Blemish Bar: These product do exactly what it promises for the skin. Simple to use, yet deliver outstanding results. Patients love them for the long-lasting effects and incredible value.

2. Hydrating Serum: Personally, this is my favourite. Not only does it have a refreshing and nourishing scent, but it also provides a lightweight, plumping effect, serving as the perfect pre-moisturiser glow base. It’s ideal for achieving that coveted ‘dewy skin’.

3. Clearskin: This product stands out as my favourite for patients with blemish-prone or problematic skin. It’s a hard-working solution that offers soothing, barrier-building, hydrating, and blemish control properties all in one. Even troubled skin can tolerate it well, and patients notice significant improvements after just a few uses.

4. All the SPFs!: As someone with sensitive skin, I’ve had my share of struggles
with SPF products. However, every PCA Skin SPF I’ve tried has been non reactive, providing a glowing, non-clogging, breathable, and excellent protective barrier. It’s no wonder they’re best-sellers!

5. Retinol Range: Thanks to its encapsulated technology, this range is
incredibly well-tolerated by the skin. It releases active ingredients effectively, making it a highly effective treatment that’s gentle on the skin.

6. Vitamin B3 Eye Brightening Cream: This product is like a glow-up for the eyes! It’s superb at revitalising and brightening the delicate eye area.

Are there any unique or signature ingredients that you love from PCA Skin?

Absolutely! When it comes to unique or signature ingredients from PCA Skin, I have to rave about their peels! They’re truly unmatched. Self-neutralising, condition-led, gentle yet incredibly effective, these peels pack a powerful punch.

What sets them apart is their versatility-the ability to combine, layer and tailor them to each individual’s needs. These qualities make them stand out as exceptional tools in achieving transformative results for my patients’ skin.

Are there any specific products combination or routines you swear by?

Absolutely! When it comes to specific product combinations or routines, I always advise my patients to identify 2-3 hero products that work best for their skin and stick with them. It’s about finding the right combination tailored to their individual needs to achieve the desired results.

Whether it’s addressing specific concerns or maintaining overall skin health, personalised combinations are key to unlocking the full potential of their skincare regimen.

What advice would you give to someone who is new to using the brand?

For someone new to using the brand, my advice would be to allow the experience to unfold gradually. The PCA Skin team is fantastic, their training is top-notch, and the products speak for themselves.

Begin by introducing one product at a time to new customers, allowing them to experience its benefits firsthand. As their confidence in the brand grows, they’ll naturally be inclined to explore and invest in additional products.

Do you have any tips or recommendations for retailing skincare?

When it comes to retailing skincare, integrating it into your treatment plan is key. I often emphasise to patients that while 10% of the work happens in the clinic, the remaining 90% relies on their skincare routine at home. It’s crucial to discuss skincare as not just a product, but as the essential aftercare following their treatment.

By framing it in this way, patients better understand the importance of consistent skincare practices to maintain and enhance the results achieved during their professional treatments.

Can you share any success stories of PCA Skin activity in your clinic? (an event/launch or promotion for example)

Our most successful promotion is always, when patients purchase a package of 3 professional peels, they receive a complimentary retail skincare product to enhance their at-home regimen.

This is the perfect opportunity to get patients investing in their skin’s health. Witnessing the improvements with our expert treatments and enjoy the added benefit of high-quality products tailored to your skincare needs.

If you could create a product you feel is missing from the range, what would it be?

Definitely a neck cream, for firming! Oh, and a scalp hydrator, people are really seeking this currently from the brands which treat their skin.

What is your holy grail skincare tip?

My ultimate skincare tip? Apply your hyaluronic acid serums on damp skin! Trust me, it makes an incredible difference.

Dermoperfection is a PCA Skin ambassador clinic and flagship store in Birmingham. For a bespoke skincare consultation, book here.

Introducing the latest innovation in injectables, Profhilo Structura! Now available at our premium Birmingham clinic.

What is Profhilo Structura?

Profhilo Structura is a hyaluronic acid based gel, dubbed a “double strength Profhilo”. However, what makes it different to your usual Profhilo skin boosters is that it stimulates the superficial fat pads, between skin and the muscle. 

This is injected with a cannula into the upper and outer parts of the cheeks, based on how your face is ageing.

This is not a filler, but rather it increases the skin’s thickness by 23%. This in turn improves the face structure! Plus, Structura also helps with other age-related concerns including: pronounced facial hollows, skin laxity and altered facial contours resulting from midface fat loss.

During clinical trials, 95% noticed lasting enhancements in the midface area after the first treatment. This improvement was sustained three months later!

If you’re looking for gentle softening and firming effects with no surgery or downtime, Profhilo Structura may be the treatment for you…

Why choose Dermoperfection for your Profhilo Structura treatment?

Dermoperfection was one of the first clinics in the country selected to perform Profhilo when it was launched. And now, the same goes for Structura!

Our medical injectors have many years experience behind us, so you are assured you’re in the safest hands. Plus, we’re CQC regulated and Save Face accredited!

Our 5* reviews say it all! Paulina wrote: “I couldn’t recommend this place enough. It’s perfect. Everything about it. The best advice, the best products, incredible customer care. Thank you to Stuart and the entire team for everything you do.”

Your Profhilo Structura treatment involves two sessions, typically one month apart, with minimal downtime, so you can continue daily activities immediately post-treatment.

Make the change towards your most confident self today at the West Midlands’ most trusted clinic. Book your consultation today to experience the future of aesthetics!

Profhilo Structura treatment price: £575 for 2 sessions. Book yours here.

Seeing is believing with the unbeatable results from our EMFACE treatment in Birmingham!

Yes, you really can get effects like this from filler and needle-free procedures! EMFACE harnesses the patented combination of HIFES and RF energy, which gets deep into the skin’s layers. Expect ultimate skin transformation with “less wrinkles, more lift”. Find out more about this revolutionary treatment here.

Take a look at the most popular treatment areas and what you can anticipate…

Double chin

EMFACE is famous for use on the submentum (double chin), with patients experiencing on average a 31% reduction in double chin appearance after 4 sessions!

Forehead

Say goodbye to forehead lines and wrinkles without invasive methods with EMFACE!

Jawline

We love creating a “snatched” look with EMFACE for a defined jawline!

Eyes

The eye area is delicate and shows signs of ageing more prominently, but we can turn back the hands of time with the safe but highly effective EMFACE. 

Full face

Don’t forget, you combine the various areas treatable by EMFACE for powerful full face rejuvenation, with results that last up to a year. 

Check out our brand new EMFACE offers

Exclusively at Dermoperfection, the West Midlands’ most trusted clinic located in The Mailbox, Birmingham!

The reviews of EMFACE say it all! In a RealSelf review, Emily said: “After seeing my before-and-afters, I do feel the need to credit BTL. While the results are subtle, I can see clear differences.

“I feel my skin looks firmer and that I appear to have a sharper jawline, less heaviness around the marionette line area, a more lifted brow, and dare I say, a juicier cheek?“

You can even combine your EMFACE with EMSCULPT Neo for a “total tone up” – read more here.

Don’t wait to become “the best version of yourself” – book your EMFACE treatment today and make the change towards confidence!

Tired of kegel exercises not giving you the results you hope for, but also don’t want surgery? EMSELLA is the treatment for you!

This week (17th-23rd June) marks World Continence Week; around 5% of the population suffers from incontinence, with a range of causes from age to childbirth.

We’re here to ensure this doesn’t affect your quality of life anymore! EMSELLA is the groundbreaking non-surgical solution to incontinence, with 95% of patients reporting the positive effects.

How does EMSELLA work?

EMSELLA uses HIFEM energy to target the pelvic floor muscles and the muscles at the neck of the bladder. The muscles then contract and release, similarly to how kegel exercises do (but more powerfully)!

Did you know “sella” is Latin for chair? The EMSELLA treatment just involves sitting on a chair, fully-clothed, whilst the technology works its magic!

Who is EMSELLA for?

EMSELLA is a leading solution for both female and male patients dealing with incontinence, who want life-changing results without downtime. Plus, it can even help with intimate confidence, so you can enjoy better sex too!

If you want to strengthen your core, you can combine with another of our in-demand BTL Aesthetics treatments, EMSCULPT Neo. Dubbed “core to floor therapy”, this is the ONLY non-invasive whole core treatment!

The reviews are in for EMSELLA!

We’ve loved transforming our patients’ lives with EMSELLA at our Birmingham clinic! Erica said: “It made a real difference to me. In any case, it’s desirable to have top up sessions afterwards to keep up the good work.” Read the full review here. 

Our clinicians are always here to answer any questions you may have about EMSELLA, and to create your treatment plan to tackle incontinence for once and for all! We look forward to seeing you soon at the West Midlands’ most trusted clinic.

10th-16th June marks Men’s Health Week, so we want to highlight the treatments our male patients LOVE at our Birmingham clinic!

Men’s skin and bodies are different to women’s, so we love how our versatile treatment range can be tailored to men’s concerns and goals – see what these are below:

Men’s concerns

Acne

As men’s skin is oilier than women’s (up to 2x more!), acne is more prevalent. This can be especially noticed under and around facial hair, and on the back. Our top acne treatments in-clinic help this, including:

• SQT Bio Microneedling
• INTRAcel Pro
• HydraFacial Syndeo
• PCA Skin Peels – and more!

Read our full acne treatment page here.

Hyperpigmentation

Especially if you have a job or lifestyle that leads to more sun exposure, you may notice hyperpigmentation and other pigmentation issues. Plus, as only around 18% of men wear SPF, this can also be a contributing factor. We can help with:

• SQT Bio Microneedling
• HydraFacial Syndeo
• Mesoestetic Microneedling
• Plus medical grade skincare, including top SPFs of course!

Read our full hyperpigmentation treatment page here.

Fine lines and wrinkles

This is a common sign of ageing regardless of gender, but men tend to have deeper and more severe wrinkles than women. We have a wide range of solutions, including:

• Profhilo
• Dermal fillers
• Anti-wrinkle injections
• PRP for rejuvenation

Hair loss

More than 85% of men experience at least one type of hair loss in their lifetime; this can be down to a range of factors from genetics to stress. We have the best non-surgical alternatives to hair transplants for fuller and healthier hair, such as:

• HydraFacial Keravive
• PRP for hair loss
• Plinest Hair
• Mesoestetic Microneedling

Read our full hair loss treatment page here.

Men’s goals

Creating a “power profile”

Many men desire a chiselled, “power profile” for their face. This is totally achievable without surgery when you have:

• EMFACE
• Dermal fillers
• ULTRAcel Q+

Sculpting the body

Building up your muscles and saying goodbye to stubborn fat has never been easier! Our leading treatments for this include:

• EMSCULPT Neo
• ULTRAcel Q+
• Green Laser Lipo

This is just a selection of men’s skin concerns and goals our experts commonly treat, but you can enjoy a bespoke treatment plan! Contact us today to get yours.

We have plenty of 5* reviews from our male patients too! Lee said: “Amazing professional service from start to finish! Stuart is great at what he does and always tries to give you results you want.”

Don’t let anything hold you back – book today and become the “best version of you” with the West Midlands’ most trusted clinic!

As we approach summer, HydraFacials are even more in-demand for their instant and long-term rejuvenation!

Since it’s Men’s Health Week and Father’s Day this week, we’re spotlighting why this is a go-to for male patients at our Birmingham clinic, and the perfect gift for dad!

Why do men love HydraFacials?

• It’s a quick and easy way to cleanse, extract and exfoliate the skin. It can even clear out your facial hair!
• It’s a lunchtime treatment so it easily fits into busy schedules
• There’s no downtime associated
• It uses innovative Syndeo technology to store the skin’s story
• It’s customisable to common men’s skin and hair concerns with bespoke boosters and perks
• See the results in your very own Gunkie jar!

So, give dad the gift of confidence and design a HydraFacial for him!

What HydraFacials can I choose from?

Our versatile HydraFacial options in-clinic include:

• Signature Deluxe HydraFacial – with patented technology to deeply cleanse, extract and hydrate the skin. This can then be personalised further with boosters and LED light therapy (£149)
• Advanced HydraFacial (Acne/Rosacea) – all the Signature Deluxe HydraFacial features plus a personalised booster for acne/rosacea prone skin (£15)
• Diamond HydraFacial – all the Signature Deluxe HydraFacial features plus the wet diamond tip for enhanced exfoliation (£180)
• Platinum HydraFacial Pro – starts with lymphatic drainage, followed by all the Signature Deluxe HydraFacial features. PLUS, you get a personalised booster, lip or eye perk and LED light therapy. We’ve even added a take-home treat just for Father’s Day (£195)
• HydraFacial Keravive – all the Signature Deluxe HydraFacial features…but for the scalp! This promotes hair health and supercharged growth (£195)

Book now to help dad achieve “the best skin of his life” with the HydraFacial experts at our advanced aesthetics clinic in The Mailbox!

Our 5* reviews say it all – Rayhan wrote: “Rosi was absolutely exceptional delivering a stunning HydraFacial. Definitely coming back in 6 weeks.”

HydraFacials aren’t the only treatments our male patients rave about! We have everything from “power profile” builders to body sculpting favourites, and everything in-between. For your bespoke treatment plan, get in touch and enjoy a consultation with our experts in Birmingham!

It’s time for a new way to pay – Dermoperfection is excited to now offer PLIM to our patients! 

What is PLIM?

This is a platform, designed for the medical aesthetics industry, gives you an interest-free “buy now, pay later” service.

PLIM allows you to manage and spread the cost on your favourite treatments in-clinic; you can choose from a variety of payment plans that suit you best so you can always say yes! 

This new, flexible payment method comes with an easy application process and customisable payment schedule, making our leading range of advanced aesthetics treatments as accessible as possible to everyone. 

How does PLIM work?

• You can spread the cost of treatments over 3, 6 or 8 months: customers pay a 25% deposit upfront and the remaining 75% in the following 3, 6, 8 months. Payment plans are available depending on the amount of the treatment costs.
• 0% interest for the customer: PLIM does not charge any interest on your payments. This means you can enjoy affordable monthly payments without any additional interest.
• Discretion: PLIM provides an extra layer of privacy and ensures that your medical aesthetic treatments remain confidential. It enables you to pay with full discretion when you choose PLIM as your payment solution. When paying with PLIM you can rest assured that your bank statements are free of any clinic names or indications.

Why choose PLIM?

• Accessibility
• Financial control
• Discreet payments
• 600+ partner clinics

And more!

Where can I use PLIM?

Dermoperfection and our treatments will be listed on PLIM marketplace, where you can book a treatment, choose a payment plan and checkout. This is accessible via mobile and desktop devices, or you can also pay with PLIM directly in-clinic!

As well as paying for your treatments in installments, you can also use PLIM to check out reviews from trusted clinicians to ensure top quality service.

It’s time to enjoy “self care on your own terms” with PLIM – to discover more about this brand new payment service at Dermoperfection, the West Midlands’ leading medical skin and advanced aesthetics clinic, get in touch with our team today or book your consultation. 

Ready to start your skin and body confidence journey in the safest hands? Dermoperfection is a 5* rated Birmingham clinic, with over 13 years experience in the industry, and over 35,000 treatments performed, so put your trust in us and feel amazing in your own skin again!

*PLIM is a form of credit, which may not be suitable for everyone. Paying via PLIM is subject to approval and may affect your credit score. Find out more about PLIM here.