The latest buzz in anti-aging treatments is all about “tweakments.” These are subtle enhancements that give your skin a glowing appearance without looking overdone. Beauty expert Alice Hart-Davis breaks it down for us.
If you’ve been hearing a lot about tweakments lately, you’re not imagining it. Tweakments are essentially cosmetic procedures that go a step further than facials but don’t quite reach the level of surgery. They include treatments like Botox, fillers, skin peels, intense pulsed light, laser, thread lifts, and more. These procedures are non-invasive or minimally invasive, delivering noticeable but usually temporary results. The key is that they’re subtle, so you won’t look like you’ve had work done – as long as you choose your doctor wisely.
Alice Hart-Davis has written a book called “The Tweakments Guide: Fresher Face” and launched a website, thetweakmentsguide.com, to explain these procedures, how they work, and how to determine if they’re right for you. The site also includes a register of the best practitioners around the country. Alice emphasizes that open and honest discussion about tweakments helps people understand what these procedures can and cannot do.
Alice, a beauty journalist, recalls when she first started covering these cosmetic treatments 20 years ago, they were quite secretive and even shocking to some. Over time, the stigma around treatments like Botox and fillers has decreased significantly. Now, there are many more options available, from laser facials and ultrasound skin tightening to microneedling and injectable moisturizers that can rejuvenate the skin for up to six months.
Interestingly, a recent Mintel report found that 43% of people surveyed are interested in trying non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Initially, tweakments were primarily seen as anti-aging solutions targeting an older demographic. Nowadays, fillers are used to enhance the features of people of all ages, from young women looking to boost their lip shape and cheek definition to individuals seeking a more balanced jawline. Treatments like Profhilo can boost skin hydration, while ultrasound therapy can offer a non-surgical facelift with impressive yet subtle results.
Younger generations are more willing to discuss and showcase their tweakment results, especially on social media. The availability of practitioners offering these treatments has also increased. However, this comes with a downside – the industry is poorly regulated, which means some practitioners lack proper training and experience.
For anyone considering tweakments, starting with practitioners registered on Alice’s website is a safe bet. These are professionals Alice trusts to deliver high-quality results.
Alice Hart-Davis is a British journalist known for her work on beauty and cosmetic procedures. Her book, “The Tweakments Guide: Fresher Face,” and her website provide independent advice and tools for finding the best treatment options and practitioners across the UK.
