A recent internet article has confirmed what I have long been seeing within our clinic.

“Of the 13.1 million cosmetic procedures performed in 2010, 88 percent or 11.6 million were nonsurgical in nature. Some 48 percent of these procedures were done on patients in the 40 to 54-year-old age group and females outpaced male patients across all age groups.”

“This trend is expected to grow even more in 2012, as a continuous increase in non-invasive cosmetic procedures such as injectable treatments like Botox and Dysport will continue to be popular. Likewise, dermal fillers used in lip augmentation and facial rejuvenation will have a strong following, with the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) expecting more males to seek non-invasive surgeries to address aging issues.

Body contouring without surgery will still be popular in 2012. Traditional liposuction is a surgical procedure, but new technologies approved recently have made liposuction almost as nonintrusive as injectable therapies.”

Reasons for the Popularity of Non-Invasive Cosmetic Therapies.

• The procedures are relatively painless and local anaesthesia may be used to ease the process
• The treatments can be performed quickly, often as a lunch hour procedure
• Downtime is minimal and complete bed rest is not required post-treatment. Usually, patients can resume normal activities within two days
• Side effects are limited to minor swelling, some redness and bruising, all of which resolve in 48 hours
• The therapies are cost-efficient treatments are spread out over time to optimise results
• Results are instantaneous and almost immediately visible
• For the knife-shy, only minor incisions are done, if they are required at all

In recent years, I have seen many significant advances in laser therapy such as the Fractional Co2 and Ruby lasers that offer better and safer treatments. Other new treatments such as the Venous, a ‘radio frequency’ device for skin tightening and Acoustic Wave Therapy – AWT for cellulite and the many new injectable are all providing better ways to deliver anti-aging and cosmetic enhancements to patients. This together with non-invasive surgeries, can be individualise for a patient-centred plan aimed at achieving the best cosmetic results possible.

Read more http://www.healthcareglobal.com/finance_insurance/non-invasive-cosmetic-surgery-will-rule-this-2012

Great to hear that the Health Minister, David Davis, went to the Skin and Cancer Foundation for his skin cancer check and removal. The skin and cancer foundation is a non profit organization of brilliance in specialist dermatological problems.

 Dr Michael Rich was one of the founders of skin and cancer foundation centre and inaugural president continuing as treasure for the laser and melanoma clinic  

As it is seen with the Health minister it is important to have a skin check with a specialist dermatologist.  Phone the enRich clinic  on 9500 9500 to make your appointment with Dr Rich.

http://www.skincancer.asn.au/

Acoustic Wave Therapy

This article was written in 2010 by a British magazine about Madonna’s search for ‘her cellulite concerns’.

We (at the enRich Clinic) were also searching for a reliable and effective cellulite treatment for our patients, and we also chose the Acoustic Wave Therapy. Twelve months on we are happy to report that we are getting great results and our patients happy with their results

AWT is a procedure that has been used in the medical world for several decades to make kidney stones disintegrate and to ease joint pain. Strangely, its skin-smoothing abilities were discovered purely by chance while treating the joints of female athletes, doctors noticed a marked improvement in the appearance of their thighs.

‘The waves break down the fibrous walls to release clogged fat, water and toxins. The process stimulates and increases blood flow to treated areas, which produces fresh, thicker bands of collagen, as well as stronger and smoother skin.’ The treatment can be used on areas prone to dimpling.”

Kellie, one of our patients was heading to Bali for a holiday and wanted to feel better in her bikini. After 10 treatments she was more than happy with her ‘new legs’.

We have noticed wider benefits: ‘We have seen great results on skin tightening, skin elasticity and general toning.

Legs ONLY Treated

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1265213/Madonna-just-bought-50-000-machines–miracle-cure-cellulite.html

Venous Freeze, is a unique technology that can ‘reverse the effects of ageing skin’ by combining Pulse Magnetic fields and Radio Frequency for complete skin penetration that  ensures both clinical efficacy, and produces clear  visible results  for smoother and firmer skin.

The new Venus Freeze delivers magnetic and radio frequency pulses painlessly by heating the skin from the inside out to stimulate fibroblast cells into producing new collagen fibers that tighten and strengthen the skin leaving it feeling smooth and plump.

Over time, (6 treatments) fine lines and wrinkles fill out and tighten to reveal a more youthful appearance.

The Venus Freeze treatment is completely non invasive with many patients likening it to a massage!

Fake doctor injects cement in woman’s bottom
November 21, 2011

A US woman who wanted to work at a nightclub started searching for someone who could perform plastic surgery at a cheap price to give her a more curvaceous body.
What she found was a woman posing as a doctor who filled her buttocks with cement, mineral oil and flat-tyre sealant.

This is a tragic story of people searching for help in all the wrong places. Dr Rich would like to warn his patients on some of the unscrupulous practices that are often reported.

Dr Rich can advise you on many of the safe and reliable ways to improve you looks and shape. Call to discuss your concerns 9500 9500.

http://www.theage.com.au/world/strangebuttrue/fake-doctor-injects-cement-in-womans-bottom-20111121-1nppx.html

Laser technology Fraxel 1927promotes radiant, brilliant, clear and brighter skin.
Fraxel 1927 is a gentle laser treatment that is designed to repair and rejuvenate skin for patients who are concerned about the first signs of ageing especially from sun damage and want to bring back a youthful radiance with minimal inconvenience to your everyday life.
Fraxel 1927 is a gentle laser that refreshes your skin by replacing sun damaged skin with healthy younger-looking and fresher tissue. Fraxel 1927 is virtually a pain free procedure as numbing cream is applied to the area before treatment.
Results with the Fraxel 1927 are long lasting in conjunction with an appropriate skin care regime which our specialist cosmetic nurses will explain in your consultation.
Speak to one of our specialist cosmetic nurses to discuses your skin today

A recent Herald Sun article spoke of a new liposuction technique for breast reduction.
Dr Michael Rich has been performing tumescent liposuction using micro cannulae / instruments for over 15 yrs and is considered an expert in this technique.
This unique form of breast reduction involves zero cutting, minimal downtime and discomfort and no scarring. For many women it is transforming their lives.

Women with very large breasts often have backache, neck pain, rashes, skin infections (caused by undergarments cutting in) and even depression. To have breast reduction with minimal ‘downtime’ and surgery can be life changing.

Call for information 9500 9500

www.heraldsun.com.au

From the occasional pimple to multiple breakouts, your blemish problems can be solved.
We’ve all been down to breakout town. We ask ourselves if that chocolate bar was to blame. We ask ourselves if our cleansing regimen is substandard. But mainly we ask ourselves why we’re still struggling with this “teenage” complaint.

The truth is adults get acne too. It usually occurs in women over 30. Many may never have had a pimple in their lives but suddenly find themselves in the grip of aggressive acne on the neck and lower face.

Dietary and hygiene factors can contribute, but all acne is driven by sex hormones, called androgens. Some acne is caused by a genetic predisposition where dead skin cells build up inside the pores.

These dead cells act like plugs, so instead of oil travelling from the oil gland, up the pore and out onto the surface to moisturise your skin, the oil gets blocked.

Propionibacterium bacteria love this oil so they infect the pore and you get a pimple. (Blackheads and whiteheads are potential pimples that haven’t been attacked by this bacteria yet.) Hormones make the pore sensitive, easily inflamed and swollen, which makes it more likely for them to become blocked.

Adult acne is cystic, which means it forms lumps under the skin. These cystic pimples can scar badly. Don’t reach for the soap as it only removes surface oil and don’t use moisturisers if your skin is oily.
Dr Michael Rich can offer a range of prescription drugs that target the main causes of acne: hormones, blocked pores and Propionibacterium infection.
Act early to prevent scarring call the enRich clinic on 9500 9500.

Herald Sun 23rd Oct 2011

Traditional chemical peels remain highly effective for skin resurfacing

What chemical peels lack in hype they more then make up for with versatility and value. Chemical peels have been preformed for over 50 years with excellent results, yet somehow we turn our back on them.

However chemical peels are reliable, consistent and remain an effective method of skin resurfacing, to varying degrees depending on the type of peel used and the effect you are wanting to achieve.  

Results are achieved by applying a chemical to the face, which stimulates new skin growth. The depth of peels depends on the chemical, concentration and type of skin. Here at the enRich clinic Dr Michael Rich offers a variety of different peels including alpha hydroxy acids (AHA’s),  trichloroeacetic (TCA) and PCA peels which can all give you a much smoother and cleaner skin.

For more information please phone the enRich Clinic to make your appointment 9500 9500

http://bit.ly/plQFGW

Ta-ta tattoos: They are a common sight but like actress Megan Fox many people are beginning to regret their inkings

They were once a permanent statement of rebellion, but today, tattoos – or body art, as they are known – are a common sight.

Dr Michael Rich was recently pleased to see an increase of high profile celebrities reconsidering their tattoos.

Actress Megan Fox was recently reported to be having her Marilyn Monroe tattoo removed, while Bob Geldof’s daughter Peaches, who started her extensive collection of body art aged just 14, has said: ‘I regret every single tattoo I’ve ever had . . . I find them horrendous. If I could graft a completely new skin for myself, I would.’

Angelina Jolie, Britney Spears and Pamela Anderson are just a few other tattoo poster girls who have erased some of their ‘permanent’ markings.

Before: Megan Fox, and her rather obvious tattoo of Marilyn Monroe

Tattoo’s are easily acquired, however their permanency is rarely considered until much later in life. Removal of tattoos used to involve painful dermabrasion, acidic skin peels or literally cutting the image out and then patching the area with skin grafts. All these methods could leave horrendous scars. But such drastic action is no longer necessary.

Laser technology was first used for tattoo removal 20 years ago and has come a long way since then.

At the enRich clinic we are fortunate to have many different lasers best suited to the color present in any given tattoo. In many cases tattoos can be completely removed, however this can come at a much greater cost in both money and time compared to when the tattoo applied.

Read more: http://bit.ly/qE4i6I

A recent article that uses ingredients in our ‘enRich Skincare’ range is receiving lots of publicity in America.
Dr Rich has long been aware of this fantastic combination and has based his ‘enRich’ skin care range around it.

enRich skincare is only available after doctor consultation through his clinic.

Reference: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/230456.php

Reuters (6/24, Kelland) reports that, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, a side effect of many commonly used medications, including antihistamines and antidepressants, appears to increase the risk of reduced brain function and early death in other patients. The study is the first systematic investigation into the long-term impact of anticholinergic activity.
BBC News (6/13, Gallagher) reported that, for the study, eighty medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, “were rated for their ‘anticholinergic’ activity: they were given a score of one for a mild effect, two for moderate and three for severe. “A combined score was calculated in 13,000 elderly patients “by adding together the scores for all the medicines they were taking. A patient taking one sever drug and two mild ones would have an overall score of five.” The researcher found that “between 1991 and 1993, 20% of patients with a score of four or more died. Of those taking no anticholinergic drugs only 7% died.”
The UK’s Telegraph (6/24, Collins) reports, “The most dangerous included the antihistamines Chlorphenamine (used in the brand Piriton) and Promethazine (used in Phenergan), the anti-depressant Paroxetine (used in Seroxat), and the incontinence drug Oxybutynin (used in Ditropan). The heartburn drug Ranitidine (used in Zantac), beta blocker Atenolol, the painkiller Codeine, and some eye drops were among the drugs in the mildest category.”

Source: Dermatology Daily

“An Aspirin a day may keep melanoma at bay,” according to a new study. “After scrutinizing the medical records of 1,000 people, an international team of researchers have determined that the risk of melanoma was cut by almost half when people took a daily dose of aspirin for at least five years.”

Interestingly, “there was also a hint that other NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen (marketed as Advil and Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve), might reduce melanoma risk if taken regularly over a long period of time.”

Source: Dermatology Daily

The 24-year-old reality TV star once described herself as ‘addicted’ to plastic surgery and famously underwent 10 procedures in one day in 2009.  Montag, says she may consider more cosmetic procedures as she ages.

Dr Rich reminds patients, “just like Heidi Montag there are many young girls who can fall into an obsession of critical assessment of their bodies and cosmetic surgery”.

Cosmetic surgery has a place for the ‘right patient’, but there are many simple and safe cosmetic treatments that can enhance your natural beauty without having to have surgery.  Good skin for many is the first step.

Improve your natural beauty and achieving good skin call 9500 9500 to talk to one of our special cosmetic nurses.

Source: http://bit.ly/jiQape

'I don't want any more plastic surgery now... but maybe when I'm older,

People looking to enhance their appearance may be considering a cosmetic procedure. However, the number of people contacting National Accident Helpline (UK) after cosmetic surgery procedures go wrong has increased steadily in recent years.

 “People find themselves left with scarring, swelling, infections and nerve damage,” said Beth Powell, consumer director of National Accident Helpline.

National Accident Helpline is calling on people considering cosmetic surgery to check that they are using a reputable and experienced clinic with suitable aftercare.

Dr Michael Rich would also like to remind patients that they carefully check their chosen clinics ‘aftercare’ plans.  As doctors we all hope for a ‘risk free’ treatment for our patients, however sometime some patients may experience more discomfort or be anxious about their recovery.  It is essential all patients have a planned ‘backup’ and aftercare plan.  It is just as important as the initial treatment.  All of our patients have either the clinic phone number or a nurse they can contact 24/7 if need be, with regular review appts after the surgery.

To read more about this – click here

For more information call one of our specialist nurses 9500 5900

(Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

The National Enquirer won’t let Britney Spears take any credit for her newly svelte figure, claiming the singer achieved her toned shape by using “liposuction” and “fat-dissolving treatments”.

To its credit, the tab notes that Spears has been working out rigorously to get fit for her upcoming “Femme Fatale” tour, but since plain old exercise is too dull for the mag’s taste, the Enquirer attributes much of the star’s transformation to plastic surgery.

“She tackled her body’s hard-to-reach areas with liposuction and a series of fat-dissolving treatments” called LipoDissolve, says the mag’s so-called “source”.

The Enquirer reports Spears traveled to Las Vegas to undergo the treatments on April 1 and had a follow-up procedure on the weekend of May 7.

“But the lipo tale is just a big fat lie”.

Spears’ new figure is the result of hard work. She recently divulged that she’s been working out more than six hours a day – six days a week – for several weeks.

If that’s not enough, a rep for Spears tells Gossip Cop the Enquirer’s report is “complete garbage”.

Source:

http://www.gossipcop.com/britney-spears-liposuction-plastic-surgery-lipodissolve/

Both of these treatments are available at Dr Michael Rich clinic who are specialists in this field.

In a recent article by the Wall Street Journal, it is claimed plastic surgery and other cosmetic procedures for men are on the rise, amid growing acceptance among both older and younger males of medical intervention to address appearance-related concerns.
While many men are looking to correct facial features such as sagging chins, wrinkles and droopy eyelids, men are also turning to cosmetic procedures for other parts of the body to achieve a trimmer and more masculine appearance. For example, there was a 6% increase last year in the number of men who had surgery known as gynaecomastia, to remove enlarged breast tissue.

2010 Top Five male Cosmetic Surgical Procedures
Source: American Society of Plastic Surgeons®

Nose Reshaping down 4% from 2009 – 64,000

Eyelid Surgery up 4% from 2009 – 31,000

Liposuction up 7% from 2009 – 24,000

Breast Reduction in Men up 6% from 2009 – 18,000

Hair Transplantation up 2% from 2009 – 13,000

“This figure is similar to the growing trend in Australia”, says Dr Michael Rich who is a specialist of liposuction in this area.

“Liposuction is a very good treatment for gynaecomastia as there is minimal if, any scarring and recovery is fast. I perform probably 6-10 cases a month. Patients often tell me they have had this problem for many years, some since adolescence and all of them state that this problem has been extremely distressing for them, with many of them never taking off their shirts for fear of others seeing them. It can be very debilitating for some.”

“One of the most important aspects when treating gynaecomastia is the removal of any breast tissue so the chest is flat. In my experience I can remove both fat and any breast tissue that may be in place simply by liposuction and the aggressive cannulas I have. It is extremely rare for me to have to cut any breast tissue out.”

Source – Wall Street Journal – Health Blog – By Laura Landro

The Real Housewives of Beverley Hills

The stars of the reality show including Paris Hilton’s aunts – are happy to admit that they’ve had work done.

The women of the reality show admitted to having their Eyebrows Cosmetically Tattooed aswell as their Eyeliner and Lipliner! They all “absolutely” get anti-wrinkle injections and fillers to the max for their lips and cheeks!

None of the stars had shame in baring their cosmetic surgery history. Co-star Taylor Armstrong said, “You should’ve seen what I looked like before, oh my God! I mean, scary!”

Book in for a Free Consultation at the Dr Rich Cosmetic Surgery Clinic to stay beautiful and young, after all, you don’t have to be a Real American Housewife to look good and feel good!

A common condition found on most people, stretch marks have met a new foe in the form of an ablative fractional CO2 laser. Greatly decreasing the visibility of stretch marks, lasers have made stretch mark treatment more effective.

Stretch Marks commonly occur on women after pregnancy; however people who have also lost or gained a lot of weight quickly can also develop the sometimes unsightly marks, even men who also get them – especially on the back.

While there are topical creams that are available to treat stretch marks one of the newest and most effective treatments available uses laser or light energy – the Fractional Co2.

Fractional CO2 lasers work by ablating the epidermis, which stimulates new skin to form. Along with the new dermis, new collagen is also formed which eventually raises the scar, or the depressed skin. The treatment doesn’t erase or cure the stretch mark, however, it does decrease the visibility of the scars by lightening the darker colored portion. Usually used on the face, fractional CO2 lasers are now gaining momentum in treatment on the body, especially for treatment of scars.

Other options available are Affirm, Portrait and Fraxel.

Sources:
http://www.americanhealthandbeauty.com/articles/?article=4421

Portrait to rejuvenate & tighten skin

“It’s my favourite technology for skin tightening and smoothing fine lines”, states Dr Michael Rich. “I have been using it for years now and the results are well liked especially for tightening the fine skin around the eyes.

This usually involves 5- 7days of down time for patients that can be an inconvenience but all my patients like the results they get, the best part is the results keep happening for up to 12 months and longer.”

“When used in combination with fillers, you really can create a fresher, more youthful appearance for the face, that I believe, in the right patient, can even look more natural than a face lift.”

During the Portrait procedure, you work on clearing the epidermis and heating the dermis which is the deep structure of the skin. By keeping the epidermis intact you don’t have any bleeding or oozing, and your risk of infection goes down. Even tho the epidermis (old skin) looks ’browned’, it is intact and serves as a natural wound dressing that allows the skin below to be both protected and heal safely over the next few days. Most patients return to social activities after 7-12 days when have a full face treatment. The face remains red for some weeks but can easily be covered by mineral make up.

Sources:

http://www.americanhealthandbeauty.com/articles/?article=4385

Naughty Little Secret

And if this is not enough, there is also more data showing that SUNBEDS (sounds harmless doesn’t it) can deliver wildly different doses of UV radiation, with some exposing users to levels up to six times the strength of the midday sun.

Dr Cust a team member of Australian researchers published in the latest edition of the International Journal of Cancer, “Our findings indicate that solarium use causes around three quarters of melanomas occurring in people 18-29 years of age who have used a solarium, and the risk of being diagnosed with skin cancer doubles if first exposure to solariums happens before the age of 20,” Dr Cust says.

“We estimate that a large proportion – over 16 per cent – of melanoma cases in young people could be prevented in Australia by avoiding solarium exposure.”

Chairman of Cancer Council Australia’s Skin Cancer Committee, Terry Slevin, said, “States and territories needed to better regulate solariums. There is currently no restriction that prevents solariums from emitting UV radiation six times stronger than the midday sun,” he said.

Fiona Gamble, who runs Soleil Tanning in Darlinghurst, said some of her clients worried about health risks. But she stated, ”Using a solarium is like their naughty little secret,” she said.

I say, “what price should a naughty little secret cost – life!”

Sources

http://www.yasstribune.com.au/news/lifestyle/style/wellbeing/tanning-doses-are-off-colour-study-finds/2163764.aspx

http://www.physorg.com/news200043185.html

But Where Do You Go If You Are Unhappy with the Results?

In the past five years, scores of overseas travel websites and entrepreneurial plastic surgeons have sprung up to use the power of the Internet to tap the “nip & tuck” or “pop for an op” market.

With as many as 10 million patients seeking these services from American, Canada, Australia and Africa, India is now being considered a cosmetology hub.

But unfortunately not all patients are happy with their results. A survey of 203 NHS surgeons found that more than a third, knew of cases where complications followed surgery overseas.

Patients with complications such as blood poisoning, wound infections and blood clots have been turning to the NHS for help, delaying treatment for others, the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons says.

Presently the National Health Service is picking up the bill for complications arising from cosmetic surgery performed abroad but for how long?

It is thought up to 100,000 people a year are heading abroad for cheap cosmetic surgery and with many from Australia, Dr Rich would like to warn his patients of the dangers. “What may seem like a bargain at the time could cost you dearly. It is essential that patients are warned about the all potential risks of any cosmetic surgery or treatment whether performed in Australia or abroad. However the specific risks of managing complications after having surgery overseas are increased due to poor documentation supplied and the lack of drug standards that we have in Australia.”

A spokesman for the Department of Health said it had already made clear that the NHS was only there to deal with emergencies in such cases.

Sources

http://www.cnbc.com/id/42871820

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/3544335/NHS-pays-for-botched-cosmetic-surgery-abroad-warn-surgeons.html

We welcome Dr Les Blackstock to our clinic, who specialises in Vaginal Reconstructive Surgery.

With up to 30% of women complaining of having excess or irregular genital tissue, this makes them feel unhappy with their appearance, it is no wonder the area of ‘vaginal surgery’ is so popular.
Many women complain of having had this concern since adolescence, but have been too embarrassed to talk about it with anyone including their doctors.

Vaginal Surgery can help restore confidence
-Reducing the size of your labia’s
-Vaginal Tightening
-Hymenoplasty

Our specialist nurses understand your concerns and are able to give confidential consultations that can explain your options and support you in your decision.

Stay tuned with what’s going on around the clinic!

FRAXEL NEWS:

Red Carpet Beauty; Celebs Get Oscar-Ready With Luxe Beauty Treatments

New York Post.com, NY

February 26, 2011

By Beth Landman

Glamour hits its glitziest this weekend. But how do stars get that certain je ne sais glow? Along with stylists and makeup artists, the glitterati enlist other beauty specialists to reach red-carpet heights. Here’s how a few of Hollywood’s finest get their skin and hair to shine.

Michelle Williams

Nominated as Best Actress for her role in “Blue Valentine,” Williams (right) routinely slips into the office of Manhattan dermatologist David Colbert for a “Triad” treatment. That’s a $400 process that Colbert has also performed on Angelina Jolie and Naomi Watts. “Michelle has beautiful, delicate skin, but she flies back and forth between New York and LA, and the climate on a plane is drier than the Mojave Desert,” says Colbert. “The Triad helps lock moisture in.” Dead cells are removed from the face, neck and décolletage with a fine microdermabrasion, and then a Cutera Xeo laser sends 3,000 pulses of laser light deep into the skin to smooth fine lines and even out irregularities. Finally, a flower acid exfoliation with sugar-cane extract dissolves yet another outer layer and leaves skin dewy. “It takes 10 years off,” Colbert swears. (119 Fifth Ave.; 212-352-3333)

Gwyneth Paltrow

The Oscar winner for “Shakespeare in Love” is a fan of apples — she named her firstborn after the fruit — but are they also the secret to her luminous complexion? During the week prior to her Grammy performance, Paltrow visited Sonya Dakar’s skin clinic in Beverly Hills, getting the $350 apple stem-cell anti-aging facial, which uses stem cells extracted from a rare Swiss apple, the Uttwiler Spatlauber. Her skin was peeled with a mix of the cells, grapes and lactic acid from milk, and then an apple mask was baked on with a light-emitting diode (LED). Paltrow also received a $3,000 “super tighten” lifting session with electrodes. “The result is the closest thing we have to a facelift,” explains Dakar.

Shakira

Called the “Madonna Lift” in honor of the Material Girl’s stellar eye structure, this $1,200 procedure is the beauty secret of choice for singer Shakira. Before appearing at the Grammys, Shakira had Manhattan dermatologist Bruce Katz eviscerate her fine lines with a CO2 Fraxel laser, which drills microscopic holes in the skin to remove damaged flesh so that fresh collagen can replace it. The painless process requires metal shields to be inserted under the eyelids for protection, but lasts only 10 minutes. “Shakira has great skin, but she spent time in the sun when she was younger,” explains Katz, who says the procedure can reduce dark circles and tighten the skin. “It has a number of the benefits of a surgical eyelift, but without the downtime.” (60 E. 56th St.; 212-688-5882)

Carey Mulligan

The adorable 2010 Best Actress nominee for “An Education” has caused a beauty-quake with her new Champagne blonde hairdo — its short back and long, wispy sides look impossibly smooth and seem to catch the light from all directions. To achieve the look, Mulligan’s hair became a science project for Manhattan stylist Ishi, who created the cut. To make it shiny without chemical side effects, “nano technology” broke down amino acids and proteins into mini-molecules to make it easier for them to penetrate the hair shaft. During a one-hour, $250 session, a formula containing hemoglobin (yup, the stuff in blood) was applied to build up strength, and Mulligan sat under a large helmet for 30 minutes while a micro-mist sealed in a layer of amino acids to make her nearly white tresses look as silky as a doll’s. (Ishi Salon, 70 E. 55th St.; 212-888-4744)

Julianna Margulies

The Golden Globe winner’s shooting schedule for “The Good Wife” was particularly arduous prior to her acceptance speech, so Manhattan esthetician Tracie Martyn — Brad Pitt’s facialist of choice — added nutrient-filled moist eye pads to the “Red Carpet Facial” she has developed for celebs’ special nights. The treatment combines an electronic current for lifting with amber LED lights, shown to brighten the skin and combat wrinkles. To give Margulies extra definition in profile shots, Martyn applied her Resculpting Body Cream to the actress’ jaw line — the lotion contains the amino acid L-carnitine, meant to speed up the metabolism in that area. (101 Fifth Ave.; 212-206-9333)