The latest buzz in anti-aging treatments is all about “tweakments” – subtle enhancements that give your skin a natural glow without looking overly done. Beauty expert Alice Hart-Davis breaks it down for us.
Recently, tweakments have become a hot topic. They fall somewhere between a facial and cosmetic surgery, offering more noticeable results without the invasiveness of going under the knife. Tweakments include treatments like Botox, fillers, skin peels, intense pulsed light therapy, lasers, thread lifts, and others.
These procedures are mostly non-invasive or minimally invasive, delivering clear but temporary results. They are generally subtle and don’t create dramatic changes, provided you choose a skilled doctor.
As a beauty journalist, I’ve seen the evolution of these procedures over the past 20 years. Back then, tweakments were considered shocking. People couldn’t believe someone would inject anything into their faces just to look younger. But opinions have shifted, and now Botox and fillers have become more accepted.
Over the years, the number of tweakments has exploded. In the past, we only had collagen injections and Botox. Today, we have a variety of treatments, from laser facials and ultrasound skin tightening to microneedling and injectable moisturizers that promote cellular regeneration. Interest in these procedures is growing, with a Mintel report revealing that 43% of people surveyed are interested in trying non-surgical cosmetic treatments.
Initially, tweakments were seen mainly as anti-aging solutions, targeting frown lines and other signs of aging. But now, people of all ages use fillers for lip enhancement, cheek definition, and jawline contouring. Treatments like Profhilo boost skin hydration, and ultrasound therapy offers non-surgical facelifts with subtle yet noticeable results.
The younger generation has fewer reservations about discussing these treatments and often share their results on social media. And with more practitioners than ever, it’s easier to find someone who offers tweakments. However, there’s a downside: the industry lacks strict regulation, so it’s crucial to find a qualified practitioner.
For those considering tweakments, I recommend starting with the practitioners listed on my website. They are professionals I trust and have experience with.
Alice Hart-Davis is a British journalist who writes about beauty and cosmetic procedures. Her new book, “The Tweakments Guide: Fresher Face,” and her website, thetweakmentsguide.com, provide advice on non-surgical aesthetic procedures and help find reputable practitioners around the UK.
