“My treatment is the best investment any woman could make for herself and is better than a week in Spain”.
MC 24.10.08
“It’s been a wonderful experience. I feel I look 10 years younger. I have lots of confidence with everything. Wonderful people with brilliant personalities. I feel so relaxed in this atmosphere”
DB 13.05.09
"Thermage, not only did it work but I could go out to lunch straight afterwards without a problem."
Diane C., Nottingham
“ 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
"Since I started my treatment with Dr. Rakus I can now look people in the face. My confidence has soared!"
JS 03.07.06
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.'
My hairdresser (people who always notice!) made me thrilled when she said “What have you done to your makeup. It looks good, you appear refreshed and your jawline is tighter. A new face cream? Tell me about it”
It wasn’t makeup or creams, but Thermage performed by Dr. Rita Rakus. I’ve trusted her for many years now and I know that if she suggests a new treatment I can rely on her judgment. I’m so pleased that I had Thermage.
Lynda W 15.03.0
"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.
“My treatment is the best investment any woman could make for herself and is better than a week in Spain”.
MC 24.10.08
"I have been using the Obagi products since Oct 2008 and I have noticed a huge difference in my skin condition. It seems tighter and brighter ans even the fine lines seem less obvious. I would definetely recommend these products."
L.D. 26.02.09
“It’s been a wonderful experience. I feel I look 10 years younger. I have lots of confidence with everything. Wonderful people with brilliant personalities. I feel so relaxed in this atmosphere”
DB 13.05.09
FREE CONSULTATION call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 or contact Dr Rita Rakus
What is Lycogel?
Lycogel is the first breathable colour corrective treatment that combines cosmetic and skincare technology to promote post procedure healing, soothe sensitive skin, rejuvenate and camouflage at the same time.
Next Generation Technology
Lycogel®‘s revolutionary, unique technology combines a breathable Triple Silica Gel Base together with LYCO-Complex™, a carefully balanced set of bio-active agents, including Biodyne, TRF, Skinasensyl, Epicalmin, Phytocelltec, Bois II and Olive leaf extract, that work synergistically to improve the skin.
Traditional mineral oil and water based cosmetics suffocate your skin by clogging
pores and preventing airflow to take place.
Mineral crystals, under magnification, look like overlapping fish scales allowing
a certain amount of exchange of gasses.
Triple silica gel technology forms the unique “breathable” matrix contained
in our formula. The chemical structure of the matrix causes it to be attracted
to the surface of the skin so that it stays in place, providing a base to suspend
fine particles like colour pigments and physical sunscreens. Under magnification,
the makeup appears as a breathable meshwork to allow air, moisture and ingredients
to reach the skin - it’s like wearing a “second skin”. The matrix facilitates
the passage of oxygen to the kin below. It has voids, or openings, that allow
oxygen to be easily transmitted.
Post Procedure
Before And After
With today’s face paced lifestyle, you need to resume your normal life in the shortest possible time - without the tell tale signs of a specialists intervention. Lycogel® can be applied immediately post procedure and will counteract heat sensation, reduce swelling and will camouflage any bruising and or redness.
Safe to use immediately after:
- Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser Skin Peels, P.D.T., IPL & Cosmetic Injections
- Post Cosmetic Surgery, Hair Transplant Surgery and Scar Revision
- Tattoo Removal and Vascular Treatments
- Scarred or Burned Skin
- Chemical and Mechanical Peels
- Micro Needling Therapy
Did you know…
Lycogel breathable camouflage and concealer was originally developed to be used by doctors immediately after most cosmetic procedures to camouflage the signs of their intervention and promote a quick recovery process. The benefits of our unique formula have now been discovered by many to be suitable for use as an everyday camouflage.
Post Procedure Before And After
A marketing study using a split face test to evaluate the effects of Lycogel Camouflage post 30% TCA chemical peel. The Lycogel side showed a 2 day advancement in recovery over the untreated side.
Sensitive Skin Before And After
Acne
Even for those who are unable to wear traditional make-up, Lycogel offers a soothing and non-irritating relief while leaving the skin looking flawless.
Acne Scarring
Rosacea
Lycogel offers you an immediate solution so you can face the world with comfort and confidence.
Everyday Before And After
Once introduced to Lycogel you will want to continue with it as your everyday foundation - it is simply that good.
Breathable Camouflage 20ml
Lycogel camouflage is available in 10 shades.
It can be mixed and applied in buildable layers to create a custom coverage that looks natural and feels like you have nothing on.
Water resistant for up to 90 minutes of swimming, transfer resistant and will keep your face protected with non-paraben SPF 30.
Undetectable coverage that lasts all day.
Breathable Concealer 6ml
Lycogel concealer, available in four shades, provides triple pigmentation
for extra concentrated coverage which virtually erases imperfections.
A little goes a long way!
The 10 reasons why your skin specialist recommends Lycogel
- Suitable for immediate post procedure application
- Promotes skin repair
- Reduces pain and heat sensation
- Proven non-irritating for sensitive skin types
- Non-comedogenic & hypo allergenic
- Increases collagen and elastin synthesis
- Provides natural camouflage that feels as light as air
- Water and transfer resistant
- SPF 30, UVA and UVB protection
- Reduces trans-epidermal water loss (TEWR)
Please visit our Clinic for a consultation and advice on choosing the suitable shade to match your skin colour.
FREE CONSULTATION call +44 (0) 20 7460 7324 or contact Dr Rita Rakus
"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"
“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 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 treatment is the best investment any woman could make for herself and is better than a week in Spain”.
MC 24.10.08
“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
‘It’s been a wonderful experience. I feel I look 10 years younger. I have lots of confidence with everything. Wonderful people with brilliant personalities. I feel so relaxed in this atmosphere’
DB 13.05.09
"I have been using the Obagi products since Oct 2008 and I have noticed a huge difference in my skin condition. It seems tighter and brighter ans even the fine lines seem less obvious. I would definetely recommend these products."
L.D. 26.02.09
"Thermage, not only did it work but I could go out to lunch straight afterwards without a problem."
Diane C., Nottingham
‘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
