With age, our skin often loses the radiance it once had because most of us take our skin for granted and apply synthetic cosmetics or alkaline soap to the skin, day after day. Like any other living tissue, if our skin is not looked after properly, it will get tired and it will respond to tender care & attention.

Q What services are available to help enhance again or problem skin?

SmartPeel Microdermabrasion is a smart choice for skin exfoliation to:

• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
• Fade discolorations from son damage So hormones
• Control blackheads & whiteheads
• Blend or smooth acne & chicken pox scars
• Balance oily and acne-prone skin

During treatment, a stream of crystals are applied to the skin to remove damaged skin cell and surface debris, while a vacuum increases circulation and prevents exfoliated skin from being released in to the air. As damaged cells are lifted away, new cell production is stimulated and gradually smoother, firmer, younger-looking skin is revealed.

Is microdermabrasion a safe cosmetic procedure?

Yes! Microdermabrasion is safe for most skin types and ethnic backgrounds-unlike many laser or chemical peels. When used as part of a skin care regimen, patients will notice healthier, smoother and more radiant looking skin. Compared to deep chemical peels and many laser procedures, SmartPeel offers quick results with minimal healing time and less discomfort. It has also proven to be a cost-effective alternative that procedures remarkable results when used with a personalized home care program.

With any type of deep-pone cleansing or exfoliation, some sensitivity may occur and redness may results. During treatment, most patients feel a mild tingly or prickly sensation (which is quite tolerable without any anesthesia) and suction-some describe this feeling like a cats tongue touching the skin.

Little risk is associated witch microdermabrasion, though the treated skin is likely to feel warm and tight-similar to what people often experience when in the hot summer sun. Redness may occur but will resolve on its own generally within 24 hours, and if necessary make-up may be worn to camouflage. Your activities may be resumed immediately after treatment.

Will you need more than 1 treatment to see desired changes?

Yes! Typically 6-10 treatments spaced 1-2 weeks apart will procedure maximum results for many complexion flaws. More severe complexion problems-such as acne scars- may require 20 or more treatments. Maintenance visits are recommended quarterly for age-related flaws- or more often for acne, scarring or other conditions.

CHEMICAL PEELS

Chemical Peels offer remarkable results when used to:

• Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
• Rejuvenate aging skin
• Control acne breakouts
• Blend uneven skin texture
• Fade discolorations from sun damage & hormonal changes (such as mask of pregnancy)

Chemical peels use specially formulated solutions to treat damaged skin. The may safely be applied to the entire face or specific areas-such as the mouth or forehead. As healing occurs following treatment new cells form and produce tighter, more youthful-looking skin.

Because many different types of chemical peels are available, we will fully discuss the benefits, risks and differences.

CORRECTIVE FACIALS

Corrective Facials use customized treatment and skin care products to:

• Balance oily skin
• Calm irritated, sensitive skin
• Nourish & renew again skin
• Blend uneven skin texture
• Control acne outbreaks
• Hydrate dull skin

All facials follow a basic regimen of cleansing the skin, deep cleaning the pores, exfoliating damaged skin cells, increasing circulation with massage, treating specific complexion issues and protecting the skin from environmental irritants. Facials are remarkably relaxing and you will find the session well worth your time and money-as will your skin.