Recommended sessions: Results are often immediate. 4-6 weeks recommended for regular maintenance. 

Recommendations: Pair your dermaplaning treatment with a  BOOST Mild Peel to amplify results. The AHA boost relieves dry skin, reduces fines lines and pigmentation. On the other hand, the BHA boost cleanses and decongests oily skin.

Pre-treatment protocols:

• You must not currently be on or have used any oral prescription acne medications, for example, Accutane, in the past 12 months.
• Discontinue using products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated 24 hours prior to procedure.
• Avoid waxing and shaving for at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

Downtime required: 24 hours. Certain makeup can be applied after 12 hours, for instance, mineral makeup or tinted moisturizer. Similarly, avoid direct sun exposure for 48 hours.

Time frame: 45-75 minutes. To clarify, shorter time frames correspond to half face treatments.

Contraindications:

• Diabetes
• Skin cancer (remission under 2 years)
• Recent sunburn (1 week post burn) 
• Active infection of Herpes Simplex in treatment area
• Active skin infection

Potential side effects:

• Mild sensitivity
• Edema (swelling)
• Erythema (redness)

Chemical Resurfacing

• There are different classifications of chemical resurfacing: AHA, BHA, Retinols, TCA, Enzymes.
• Causes a chemical reaction at the surface of the skin that dissolves the bonds between the skin cells.
• Varying intensity and penetration.
• Can be delivered in low doses on a daily basis or as a stand alone treatment delivered by a trained technician.

• Skin may require pre-treating with lower dose prior to procedure.
• Down time varies depending on the dose delivered.
• Topical products used for homecare may need to be prescribed by a physician.

• Can treat a wide range of conditions.
• Can be used as part of a daily maintenance routine.
• Broad range of penetration level available from mild – deep.
• Improves texture of the skin.
• Reduces unwanted pigmentation.
• Treats acne and related scarring.

Granular Exfoliants

• Granular product that is massaged over the skin.
• Lifts dead surface layer of skin.
• Available in various formulations and intensity.
• Product contain microbeads or granules that slough the outer layer.
• Mild resurfacing.
• Not typically recommended for acneic or sensitive skin.

• • Instant results.
  • Can be used daily as part of a regular skin care routine.
  • No downtime.
  • Increases absorption of products.
  • Stimulates circulation.

Dermaplaning

• Technician performs feathery strokes typically using a 10 gauge blade held at an angle over the surface of the skin.
• Removes surface layer of the skin.
• Form of mechanical skin resurfacing.

• • Also removes the vellus hair in the area treated.
  • Delivers instant results.
  • Minimal downtime.
  • Can alleviate and treat eczema, skin irritations, and excessively dry patches.
  • Promotes increased hydration and penetration of topical medications and treatment product.

Microdermabrasion

• Technician uses a wand over the skin to remove superficial layers.
• Can be performed with a diamond encrusted tip being dragged over the skin or using a crystal spray to gently “sandblast” the surface of the skin.
• Not recommended for acneic skin or highly sensitive skin types.
• Mild – mid level resurfacing.

• • Minimal downtime required.
  • Can be paired with other methods of resurfacing for optimal results.
  • Improves circulation.
  • Improves texture.
  • Lightens pigmentation.

Abrasive Materials

• Used to lift the dead surface layer of the skin by causing friction.
• Brushes bristles vary from soft – hard.
• Can be used with products for added cleansing.
• Abrasive materials include loofas, pumice, and other textured materials in varying coarseness.
• Mild resurfacing.
• Not recommended for sensitive or sensitized skin

• • Can be used as part of a daily routine or in a professional service.
  • Instant results.
  • No downtime.
  • Increases circulation.

Dermabrasion

• Performed by a medical professional.
• Anesthetic is used to numb the skin prior to treatment.
• In some cases a prescribed relaxant may be given to ease the patient.
• Technician operates a high-speed device that scrapes away layers of skin.
• Mid – deep resurfacing.

• • Delivers deep resurfacing with minimal sessions.
  • Can remove deep imperfections.
  • Dramatic results can be achieved.

Microneedling

• Pierces fine needles into the surface of the skin creating micro-lesions.
• Varying levels of intensity depending on the device.
• Minimal – no downtime required.

• • Tightens pores and smooths texture.
  • Effective on minimizing the appearance of stretch marks and acne scarring.
  • Improves circulation.
  • Stimulates collagen and elastin production.

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

• Stands for Intense Pulsed Light.
• Device emits a broad band light energy into the skin.
• Works below the surface of the skin on a cellular level, leaving the surface layer intact.
• Depth of penetration varies medium – deep.

• • Minimal down time, if any.
  • Reduces redness and surface capillaries.
  • Removes pigmentation and evens skin tone.
  • Improves texture and tightens pores.
  • Reduces fine lines and pre-mature aging.
  • Treats acne and related scarring.

LASER Skin Resurfacing

• Acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.
• Device emits a focused beam of light energy into the skin.
• Depth of penetration varies from medium – deep.
• Down time ranges depending on the type of laser used.

• • Improves textural damage.
  • Reduces signs of aging.
  • Reduces redness and vascularity from facial and body region.
  • Removes unwanted pigmented lesions.
  • Treats acne and related scarring.