Aesthetic medicine is not an almost exclusively female world: at our clinics we see more and more men who want to look after themselves, look rested and feel good about their appearance. They usually know what they want. They would like to improve something specific without it being obvious and still look like themselves, and that is what good aesthetic medicine for men sets out to do.
Why more men are taking the step
The reasons vary. Some want to look their best at work, some feel their face shows more tiredness than they actually feel, and others have simply discovered that there are discreet medical treatments that can be done in a clinic and, in most cases, let them carry on with their normal routine.
Attitudes have changed too. Looking after your skin, hair and appearance is now seen as another part of personal care and health.
The most common concerns
Every case is different, but some concerns come up again and again:
- Expression lines: the forehead, the area between the brows and crow’s feet are often very marked in men, because their facial muscles tend to be stronger. Neuromodulators temporarily relax those muscles and soften the lines without taking away the face’s expressiveness.
- Dark circles and a tired look: hollowing under the eyes and the tear trough make the face look tired. Depending on the cause, they can be treated with hyaluronic acid designed for the eye area or with other therapies the doctor will assess.
- Chin and jawline: a receding chin or a poorly defined jaw can unbalance the profile. Hyaluronic acid can be used to project the chin and define the jawline, aiming for a straighter shape in keeping with masculine features.
- Hair loss: one of the most frequent concerns. There are hair treatments that, after a diagnosis, can help look after the scalp and slow hair loss in certain cases.
- Excessive sweating: hyperhidrosis of the underarms, hands or feet affects daily life. Neuromodulators can temporarily reduce sweat production in the treated area.
Natural results that respect masculine features
The male face has its own anatomy: thicker skin, greater muscle mass, a stronger jaw and straighter, lower brows. A treatment designed for a female face may not work the same way on a man.
That is why the doctor needs to adapt the technique, the dose and the injection points. When treating expression lines, for example, care is taken not to lift the brows too much, and with the chin the aim is a squarer shape than in women. The aim is for the face to look more rested and balanced, without changing it.
Why a medical assessment matters
Every treatment should start with an assessment by a doctor. At that first appointment the doctor looks at your features, your skin, your medical history and what you would like to improve. From there, they will explain which options suit you, what each treatment involves, how long its effect usually lasts, what recovery time it may need and what its possible side effects are.
Sometimes the recommendation is a single treatment, sometimes a combined plan. It may also be that the best option is to wait or to start with home care. A qualified doctor and approved products are the best basis for a well-planned treatment. Results vary from person to person.
Looking after yourself while staying yourself
When treatment is done well, nobody thinks of aesthetic medicine when they see you. What people notice is someone who looks better, more rested and comfortable with their appearance.
If you would like to know what aesthetic medicine can do for you, book a medical assessment with Dr Jaime Rodríguez and his team at our clinics in Palma and Manacor. We will suggest a plan tailored to you.
