Over time UV, chemicals, stress and our environment can cause our skin to have clogged pores, dullness, and rough texture. Various facial treatments are available that provide the benefits of deep pores cleansing, exfoliation, repair and hydration, not to mention relaxation. Aesthetic facials, advanced cosmoceutical skin care products, and sunscreen can be some of the key differences that keep your skin in shape today, and for years to come. But what is effective in maintaining a beautiful skin? Here are some of the treatments recommended by dermatologists and aesthetic doctors:
Lunchtime Peels
Superficial chemical peels with glycolic acid, lactic acid and so on is very effective for whitening of the skin, combating dull skin complexion, blackheads and whiteheads. Downtime is minimal to nil. After 3-5 days, skin peels in a small flakes and a glowing and finer skin can be expected. As superficial peels are very gentle, it can be repeated once a month and there is no worry about skin thinning. In fact, appropriate peel is proven to stimulate new collagen and prevent fine lines.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion exfoliates the ‘older’ skin and thus promotes new skin grow. The controlled exfoliation is very safe and enhances skin care production. This microdermabrasion facial treatment also indirectly clears the dirt and debris in the pores, improves large pores, coarse skin texture and oily skin.
Iontophoresis
Iontophoresis or is a technique using small electric charge to deliver high concentration of active skin care ingredients deep into the skin. It is basically an injection without needle. The active ingredients include pure Vitamin C or Vitamin Cocktail, hyaluronic acid (super hydration agents) and peptides (synthetic or plant origin). Extremely comfortable and relaxing, the vitamins are penetrated 10-20X deeper into the skin, hydrate and lift up the skin. The results are definitely longer lasting and much significant than applying cream.
IPL Photofacial
IPL or Intense Pulsed Light has been the choice of many men and lady to maintain a youthful skin and delay skin aging. IPL Photofacial takes only 15 minutes but provides instant rejuvenation results. The skin is instantly firmer, smoother and fairer, pores size minimized and sebum production is controlled (means less or no acne). This zero downtime facial is the favorite choice for those who has hectic schedule. After the photofacial, follow with hydrating mask or iontophoresis for a complete boost. IPL is ideal for any age group and skin type.
Laser Rejuvenation
If feeling bored with the above facial treatment, do consider laser rejuvenation such as laser carbon peels, laser genesis and even a mild fractional CO2 laser session for a change. These laser skin rejuvenation treatments are safe, effective and cause minimal to nil downtime. Besides, acne scars, pigmentations and large pores problems improve.
Conclusion
Time has changed and people has higher expectation about their skin care regime. They look for skin care treatments from aesthetic clinic or centres that bring out instant, clinically proven and longer lasting results. The minimal invasive aesthetic facials are getting more popular.
Microdermabrasion can be considered almost as a lunch time facial, but yet also as one of the most popular non-invasive treatments in aesthetic dermatology.
It is a gentle procedure involving the abrasion of dead skin by aluminum oxide crystals and vacuuming the dead skin cells along with the crystals.
Once the dead skin is removed the skin is left feeling tingling fresh and alive. When the process is repeated several times the new skin cells completely replace the old skin cells leaving visibly healthier looking skin.
Benefits or Disadvantages of Micro Dermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion treatments benefit people with very fine facial lines, uneven skin texture, or clogged and enlarged pores. It also benefits people with mild acne and superficial scarring. By repeated treatments great improvement is noticed in the pore size. As we age and our natural exfoliation process slows down and a lot of debris starts collecting in our pores thus making them look larger. As the pores are cleansed the texture of the skin gets more refined and the pores look smaller and the overall appearance of the skin improves.
Microdermabrasion is also an excellent choice for people who do not like discomfort of any kind and still like to see some improvement in their skin conditions.There is no evident redness, peeling or swelling after a microdermabrasion treatment.
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What is Iontophoresis?
It is a treatment whereby high potency Vitamin C is applied to the skin, using electrical charges to ensure that the Vitamin C is absorbed directly into the skin cells.
This encourages cell regeneration and regrowth, resulting in a healthier skin texture and skin surface.
Where can it be used?
Iontophoresis is commonly used on the face to:
Remove fine wrinkles
Lighten pigmented skin
Who can use Iontophoresis?
Almost anyone of all ages can make use of Iontophoresis. However, pregnant women, individuals who have been fitted with pacemakers and those who have an allergy to medications (ions) are advised from this treatment.
How long is the procedure?
About 20 minutes.
After the procedure
Avoid any sun exposure.
Are there any side effects?
Skin irritations and burns may occur.
You may get a ‘pins and needles’ sensation during the treatment.
How soon can I expect to see the effects?
The skin is firmed after 1 treatment.
What happens if I did not continue treatment?
The results will be maintained provided that the treated area is not exposed to the sun for an excessive period of time and a proper skin care regime is practiced.
Should I go for Iontophoresis?
Our dermatologist will ensure your procedure is safe. Thoroughly discuss what you want to achieve with the doctor in advance. They will provide you with professional advice and assist you in achieving the optimal outcome to enhance your appearance.
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IPL Treatment Using Photorejuvenation
As the population ages, ever-increasing numbers of people are interested in improving their appearance. IPL treatments can be used to help restore the skin's youthful appearance.
IPL treatment improves the appearance of photoaged skin, removes age spots (sun-induced freckles), most benign brown pigments, and redness caused by broken capillaries through a process called photorejuvenation for face and body. The process is ideal for patients with active lifestyles because the procedure requires no downtime and has a low risk of side effects.
The gentle, non-ablative treatments use broad spectrum light to treat the face, chest, neck and hands—virtually anywhere that sun damage shows.
Patient Satisfaction
Several appealing qualities of IPL Treatment using Photorejuvenation which result in very high levels of patient satisfaction.
-IPL treatments are quick, gentle and non-invasive. There is no interruption of routine activities.
-By helping to remove the age spots (sun-induced freckles) and broken capillaries, the result is overall more even, luminous, younger looking skin.
-Patients can see dramatic results within a very short time.
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