A diet rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants can greatly help in solving our skin-related problems, says Dr Ali Riaz, a Specialist Dermatologist working with VLCC International Qatar since 2022. Dr Riaz, who holds MBBS and FCPS degrees and is a member of American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine and Harley Street Institute, London, is ESCAD Paris-certified cosmetologist.
In an interview with Qatar Tribune, Dr Riaz spoke about most common skin concerns and state-of-the-art services provided by VLCC International Qatar.
Can you describe the most common
skin issues?
Most common skin concerns are freckles, sun spots, age spots, pigmentation, wrinkles and fine lines, acne, and dark circles under eyes.
What are recommended
treatments for these problems?
Some of the treatments include botox, fillers, mesotherapy, lasers, PRP and much more.
How do diet plans help in overcoming these issues?
Diet plans play an important role in overcoming skin-related issues. Diet rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants can greatly help in this regard.
Hair loss (alopecia) is a common problem prevalent these days. What are the remedies for hair loss?
One can control hair loss by adequate diet, active lifestyle and vitamins supplementation. Certain sprays, medicated shampoos and conditioners could also help in preventing hair loss.
How effective is hair transplant?
Most hair transplants are successful and generally don’t cause any complications. However, the results vary from person to person. Although various techniques are available, all transplant surgeries involve taking skin from hair-bearing parts of the scalp and grafting it to the thinning or bald areas.
How many branches of VLCC are in Qatar and where are these located in?
We have three fully-equipped branches which are located in Al Hilal, Al Waab and Duhail.
Do you offer services to both male and female patients?
Yes, we offer our services to both the genders.
What kind of weight management and
slimming facilities are available at VLCC?
VLCC’s weight management and slimming provides advanced results to promote weight management and healthy living using minimally invasive to completely noninvasive treatments. VLCC weight management programmes focus on helping you attain the right body weight and shape with customized treatments according to individual requirements to control, reduce and remove excess body weight and unwanted fat.
Do you offer Coolsculpting services at VLCC?
Coolsculpting, a non-surgical body contouring procedure, is a highly advanced service that enables fat reduction from targeted parts of the body. Coolsculpting is a revolutionary service and approved by US FDA. It is a permanent fat loss treatment designed to ensure complete reduction of stubborn fat by freezing and eliminating excess fat cells from the body resulting in visibly slimmer and contoured body shape and figure enhancement.
How would you describe aesthetic
dermatology?
Aesthetic dermatology at VLCC aims at successfully improving physical features and skin quality to help you look forever beautiful and healthy, and radiant. The programme uses the latest technology to provide effective treatment for a variety of skin conditions like acne, pigmentation, dark spots, scars, cellulite marks, signs of aging and much more. VLCC dermatology services undertake the latest advancements to ensure you look your youngest best.
Do you have laser treatments for reduction of unwanted body hair?
VLCC laser treatments involve usage of the latest technology to ensure safe and complete reduction of unwanted body hair. The service delivers permanent results while keeping the skin safe to ensure smooth, soft and even toned skin for all complexions using non-invasive and non-surgical treatments to ensure maximum results and no pain.
What sort of body therapies are offered at VLCC?
VLCC body therapies include a range of special programmes to restore good health. VLCC body therapy sessions involve high-technology machinery to break down stubborn fat, improve muscle tone & boost elastin and much more.
Do you have grooming beauty services?
VLCC Grooming & Regular Beauty services comprise all essential services that elevate the physical appearance of individuals. VLCC Beauty services include a range of treatments – basic to high-end, like threading, facials, clean-ups, massages and much more to keep you looking gorgeous and ready, everyday.
What sort of hair care treatments are available at VLCC?
VLCC Hair technology involves grooming methods curated especially to augment hair health. From haircuts to hair care treatments like spas and oil therapies, the service comprises of essentials that improve the texture, appearance and growth of healthy hair. To combat stress, environmental aggression, pollution and other issues that greatly contribute to poor hair health, VLCC uses professional hair care treatments to restore hair health.