But Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither should you decide to jump headlong in to getting a number of procedures done at the one time. Look at your face, decide what you like least . . . and remember, it's what you decide that's important, you're the one who'll have to live with the results . . .

and get that problem solved first.

There are a number of excellent, reputable salons and consultancies that offer a host of skincare solutions, from botox and fillers to collagen facials, laser hair removal and acne treatments. Our favourites in Dublin include Ann McDevitt on South Wicklow Street (01 677 7962), who can devise a whole programme involving everything to naturopathy and colonics to facial peels and injectables. SILK on Chatham Street (01 635 1686) is an excellent place for laser work and teethwhitening while FAB on South Anne Street does superb restorative facials and lunch-break procedures.

If you are serious about wanting to make a difference to your skin, it's worth considering a rejuvenation plan. This means going to visit a practitioner and working out a series of treatments to be taken throughout the year. Plan in advance what you want done most/first and map out a campaign.

Not only can you budget most effectively, but by getting to know your doctor or therapist well, they can adjust the programme to suit you and your face's specific needs.

Collagenics is an established nationwide network of top practitioners; working on all non-surgical cosmetic procedures from injectables and fillers to peels and thread vein removal. There are centres all around the country, working to high standards and priced at competitive rates. To find out your nearest Collagenics clinic, call 01 612 7095 or go to