ENZYME PEEL

Our Enzyme Peel is a 20% multi-fruit acid complex made of white grape wine and fresh fruit pulp that gently exfoliates the upper epidermis while wine polyphenols condition the skin. A great introductory-level peel ideal for all skin types.

BRIGHTENING PEEL

This acid peel solution provides intense exfoliation for combination and dry skin types concerned with aging and hyperpigmentation. It contains 35% glycolic and 35% lactic acid. Ideal for dry and sensitive skin types.

ACNE PEEL

This 20% salicylic acid solution provides intense exfoliation for problematic or oily skin areas, even within oil-rich pores. Intense exfoliation for problematic or oily skin areas, even within oil-rich pores.

RETINOL PEEL

This 1% Retinol and Vitamin C peel provides softer, firmer, brighter skin and diminishes the appearance of pores. Can be booked alone or added to another peel for an extra boost. Ideal for all skin types except acne, breakouts, and sensitivity.

Pre-treatment protocols:

• Must not currently be on or have used Accutane or any other oral prescription acne medications in the past 12 months
• If currently using any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated, you must discontinue usage 2 weeks prior to procedure
• Must wait a minimum of 1 week from last tanning session

Time frame: 15-30 minutes

Recommended sessions: 4-8

Downtime required: 1-7 days

Contraindications:

• Diabetes
• Pregnancy
• Skin cancer (remission under 2 years)
• Use of photosensitive medication and herbs
• Active infection of Herpes Simplex in treatment area
• Active skin infection

Potential side effects:

• Discomfort
• Fragile skin
• Edema (swelling)
• Erythema (redness)
• Visible shedding

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.

Benefits:

• 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.

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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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

Benefits:

• • 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

Benefits:

• • 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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

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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.

Benefits:

• • 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.

ALISA

Ideal for treating dull skin appearance, textural damage such as scarring, fine lines, wrinkles, and mature skin.

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ACLARA

The ultimate solution to clear sun spots, pigment scarring, age spots, or dark spots on your face. Also treats acne scarring.

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ALIVIA

Treats conditions characterized by frequent, consistent redness, and visible redness and broken capillaries.

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LIGHTENING PEEL

Ideal for treatment of fine lines, hyper pigmentation, sun damage and oily skin

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ACNE PEEL

Intense exfoliation for problematic or oily skin areas, even within oil-rich pores.
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ENZYME PEEL

This great introductory-level peel is ideal for all skin types. Brings fresh plump cells to the surface.
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IPL PHOTOFACIALS

Our advanced photofacial treatments are tailored to treat major skin conditions and deliver maximum results.

With just a quick pulse of light we can smooth skin, diminish brown spots, redness, and broken capillaries.

Dérmica photofacial treatments include:

ACLARA for pigment removal (read more)
ALISA for skin tightening (read more)
ALIVIA for redness removal (read more)

We use the Sharplight Formax system that features a patented Dynamic Pulse Control (DPC) technology. It delivers quick pulses of light into the skin on areas of the face, neck, arms, hands, and legs. The depth of light penetration is measured according to the condition being treated, thereby targeting only selected areas and layers of the skin.

CHEMICAL PEELS

Our peels have been designed to safely remove the outer layers of the skin through the application of organic acids derived from various natural sources. This process brings fresh plump cells to the surface of the skin giving it a vibrant, healthy, smooth and even appearance.

Dérmica chemical peels include:

GRAPE ENZYME introductory-level peel for all skin types (read more)
SALICYLIC 20RX Peel for oily, acneic, and sun-damaged skin (read more)
GLYCOLACTIC 70RX Peel for fine lines, hyper pigmentation, sun damage and oily skin (read more)

We use CARA Skin Care for our peels. CARA Skin Care combines the power of innovative bio-botanical compounds and proven clinical-grade active ingredients.

FACIALS

All Dérmica facials are designed to meet your skin’s specific needs. Facial products are selected based on your expressed skin concerns in consultation with our skin specialist. We use professional skincare Glô Therapeutics to deliver personalized skincare solutions which can be maintained at home.

Dérmica facials include:

DERMICA FIX; a customized treatment-focused facial
DERMICA LUX; a custom facial treatment with added relaxation facial, neck, shoulder, and arm massage. Also includes brow shape
DERMICA MAN; a treatment focused facial treating male-specific conditions

Glô Therapeutics utilizes innovative technology and cutting edge research, to design their formulas with potent concentrations of active ingredients to clinically transform the skin.