“ Over the years Dr. Rakus has kept me going - I don’t know what I would do without her! Part of her charisma is her cool, confident and quiet approach to every treatment I have had and, as a mark of the trust I place in her I am having a Thermage treatment today."
AS 25.07.06
"I couldn't imagine entrusting anyone else, but Dr. Rakus with my face. After my Thermage even my mother has noticed how well I look".
R.K. 04.07.06
TATLER May 2006
Treatment junkie Anna Curtis gives her verdict:
Where Dr M R Rakus, 34a Hans Road, SW3
(tel: 020 7460 7324).
Price £850.
Pain factor. 'It's quite anxiety-provoking. I dosed up on Nurofen and was numbed for an hour with anesthetic gel, but the laser still felt uncomfortable - a scratching pain like sandpaper across my skin. But it only lasts 10 minutes.'
Recovery time. Afterwards my skin was hot, incredibly red and tight like sunburn. I lay low for a day until the red had faded to a pinkish glare, and a day later it was almost gone.
Verdict. Fraxel is the whole number - a facelift without the knife. The pigmented marks on my décolleté have almost gone, my skin is beginning to feel softer and more youthful and, along with some help from Restylane on my upper lip, my lines are definitely fading.'
"I can't get over all the comments I've had about how much younger I'm looking and my friends can't put their finger on it. " Have you had any surgery?" But they can't see the scars.
I'm thrilled!"
Shalani M.
"I'm 44 now. My friends are always asking what I do to keep my skin such good shape and why I don't have any wrinkles. I tell them I've been going to Dr Rakus for 10 years. Even those who were formally against having anything done - ever - have now asked me for her number!"
K.T. 17.07.2009
“My Thermage treatment has made my post-menopausal skin feel pre-menopausal again - plumper, tighter and glowing”
JW 25.09.08
“I personally found the Thermage treatment painless overall with some tenderness under the chin/neck area, however, nowhere near the ‘cigarette stubbing’ pain level I had read about.!"
D.H. 24/04/08
"I knew I wanted to have some work done, but I wanted to know I was
in good hands. I sought impartial advice and met with Wendy Lewis, the New York aesthetic consultant.
She recommended
Dr Rakus - she was right. I know I'm in safe hands and my
treatments have been effective without side effects and have drawn many
compliments".
Suzan B.P. 15.12.05
Soprano
HAIR FREE - CARE FREE!
THE REVOLUTIONARY STATE-OF-THE ART
SOPRANO HAIR REMOVAL SYSTEM
IS NOW HERE AT THE CLINIC OF DR RITA RAKUS
TELEPHONE 0207 460 7324 TO BOOK
YOUR COMPLIMENTARY 1st SESSION NOW
FREE Consultation Call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 or e-mail Dr Rita Rakus
Painful laser hair removal is now a thing of the past!
We are delighted to offer you pain-free laser hair removal with the Soprano laser, on any part of the body no matter what skin or hair type you are. So whether you are pain intolerant, fair haired, suffering with hormone induced hair or have been told lasers are not for you this is all about to change.
Using a diode laser combined with ‘in-motion' technology and a sophisticated cooling system the advanced Soprano laser hair removal technology is:
- Safe and gentle
- Available to all hair and skin types (which has previously not been possible)
- Highly effective with successful results
- Fast and efficient
- FDA approved
Photo Courtesy of Kyle Holmes MD
How does it work?
The Soprano laser light safely and gently passes through the dermis allowing the laser light to be absorbed into the hair root destroying the cells so they can no longer produce hair. Though hair re-growth has been prevented the laser does not injure the surrounding skin and the Soprano laser system procedure is totally pain-free.
How does the Soprano laser system differ from traditional laser technology?
All laser technology previously available emits laser light using a pulse method.
This process can be painful, time consuming and may not work on all skin and hair types.
By contrast the advanced Soprano pain free hair removal system diode laser technology uses low fluence, high average power and repetition rate so the application of light is constant. This allows for the ‘in-motion' technology to be quick and efficient as it is delivered in a sweeping paint brush motion over the skin as opposed to the pain-staking and time consuming pulse method.
Photo Courtesy of Michael Shushat MD
Furthermore, the superior Soprano system cooling head that is used means there is only a warming sensation during the procedure as opposed to pain and discomfort from traditional laser technology. The Soprano hair removal systemt treatment does not need to be started and stopped because of discomfort and there have been no reported adverse side effects.
Does the Soprano laser system hurt?
No not at all. You will experience a warming sensation but no discomfort.
Is the Soprano laser system safe?
The Soprano laser technology is approved by the FDA (the Food and Drug Administration) in the USA for laser hair reduction. Advances in technology means laser hair reduction temporary side effects are incredibly rare.
How many Soprano laser treatments do I need?
During your consultation your hair and skin will be assessed and you will be recommended a tailored programme that will offer you the best results for your needs. On average we recommend 3-6 sessions. Occasional maintenance treatments may be required.
Photo Courtesy of Kyle Holmes MD
Does the Soprano laser treat blonde and fine hair?
New technology enables us to reduce hair types which previously could not be done. Your hair will be assessed during consultation. If you have been informed your hair is too light in the past, we recommend you are re-assessed.
How do I remove the hair in between treatments?
Your Soprano laser treatment will retard the hair growth at some points during your treatment course. It will also ‘fall out' approx 3 weeks following treatment. You can shave any hair that appears but you must not remove the hair from the follicle (i.e. waxing or plucking).
Is there anything I should do before and after a Soprano laser treatment?
Do your best to minimise a suntan to the area being treated: this could make the Soprano laser treatment less effective. This includes sun-beds and tanning products. Skin preparations such as retinol, glycolic or acne preparations should be avoided.
Certain medications will make the skin sensitive to the laser light. Check with your practitioner.
Photo Courtesy of Kyle Holmes MD
How much does the Soprano laser treatment cost?
Soprano laser treatment costs will vary as per the number of treatments required for your hair removal course.
At consultation we will establish how many treatments you will need and the cost of your course.
Highly skilled team
Dr Rakus’s staff are an experienced and highly skilled team of aesthetic nurses and therapists who are well trained to efficiently treat any area of the body. You can be assured optimum results in caring hands.
Still don't believe us?
Come in for a complimentary 1st Session
Telephone - 020 7460 7324.
"I'm 44 now. My friends are always asking what I do to keep my skin such good shape and why I don't have any wrinkles. I tell them I've been going to Dr Rakus for 10 years. Even those who were formally against having anything done - ever - have now asked me for her number!"
K.T. 17.07.2009
“My Thermage treatment has made my post-menopausal skin feel pre-menopausal again - plumper, tighter and glowing”
JW 25.09.08
“I personally found the Thermage treatment painless overall with some tenderness under the chin/neck area, however, nowhere near the ‘cigarette stubbing’ pain level I had read about.!"
D.H. 24/04/08
"I knew I wanted to have some work done, but I wanted to know I was
in good hands. I sought impartial advice and met with Wendy Lewis, the New York aesthetic consultant.
She recommended
Dr Rakus - she was right. I know I'm in safe hands and my
treatments have been effective without side effects and have drawn many
compliments".
Suzan B.P. 15.12.05
“I had developed a very sun-damaged décolletage and, having had three treatments of Fraxel, I have been very pleased with the results. I now have a much smoother, younger-looking chest area and the Fraxel has really regenerated my skin. The results are truly noticeable”
LD 29.09.06
The new Restylane Lipp treatment gave my lips an amazingly natural and soft look.
They look beautyfull and the treatment lasted for months. Really great.
Nora MC.
"I knew I wanted to have some work done, but I wanted to know I was in good hands. I sought impartial advice and met with Wendy Lewis, the New York aesthetic consultant. She recommended Dr Rakus - she was right. I know I'm in safe hands and my treatments have been effective without side effects and have drawn many compliments".
Susan BP 15.12.05
"I am very pleased my daughter-in-law found Dr. Rakus's clinic. Without doubt this is the most excellent service in all aspects I have ever encountered anywhere in London or Europe. I shall definitely return."
S.E.G. 18.11.05
"I love my subtle new lips, which my friends in New York admire because they look so natural"
LC, March 2005
"Just flown in from Moscow for Dr. Rita to work her magic with Botox before we get married next week. We are sure we will have perfect results as always. From Russia with Love!
Jon & Carolyn"
“My Thermage treatment has made my post-menopausal skin feel pre-menopausal again - plumper, tighter and glowing”
JW 25.09.08
