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The Ultimate Guide to Microneedling 2024

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What is Microneedling?

Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy is a medical aesthetic procedure that uses very small needles to repeatedly penetrate layers of the skin in order to create a wound healing cascade.

This results in microscopic holes or microchannels in the dermis.

This treatment improves the appearance of acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, skin tone and texture.

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History of Microneedling:

In the 1950’s mesotherapy was discovered by Dr. Michel Pistor. He used a meso device with one needle.

He came up with the concept that pricking the skin would promote collagen formation.

Then in 1995, subcision came around which was a new method of treating depressed scars and wrinkles.

Following subcision, came needle dermabrasion in 1997.

This treatment involved using a tattoo pistol to treat scars.

Patients saw improvement in scar texture, appearance and color, however this treatment was very time and labor intensive due to use of only one needle.

In 1998, Dr. Des Fernandes from South Africa developed a small needling stamping device and presented his study on needling at a conference in San Francisco.

Dr. Des Fernandes microneedling stamp

By the year 2000, the first medical Microneedling device called the Dermaroller was invented by Horst Liebl.

This device consisted of many fine needles on a drum shaped roller.

By the mid-2000’s, Microneedling grew popular in medical offices, medspas, and with patients.

In 2018, the SkinPen Microneedling device was FDA cleared to improve the appearance of acne scars of adults 22 years of age and older.

It was designed for use by licensed healthcare practitioners or individuals directed by practitioners.

The science behind the Microneedling treatment

The skin goes through three phases of wound healing.

First the skin is injured which causes inflammation and releases growth factors.

Then the tissue goes into the proliferation phase where the fibroblasts release growth factors, glycoproteins, and collagen causing the epidermal cells to migrate to the wound.

Then tissue and capillaries form, and fibroblasts continue to proliferate.

In this phase, the dermal thickness increases.

In the last phase of microneedling wound healing, the tissue is remodeled which causes a skin tightening effect by promoting fresh new collagen.

Complete tissue remodeling can take place from 3 weeks to 1 year.

Most remodeling completes after 6 months.

A study by Fernandes, D. Oral showed 400% more collagen was produced after 6 months following a Microneedling treatment.

Microneedling for Wrinkles & Acne Scars

As we age, our skin thins and our epidermal layer of skin thickness decreases.

One study showed that the thickness of collagen in a 2 year old dermis is about 1.37 um vs. the thickness of collagen in a 90 year old has an average of .52 um.

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Age-related dermal collagen changes during development, maturation and ageing – a morphometric and comparative study. V. Morcas Garcec, et. Al pg. 101.

The collagen loss surrounding the scar creates a cave like and shadowing appearance

When combining the effects of aging skin with uneven acne scars, the result is a more prominent appearance of acne scars.

With Microneedling, the wound healing process creates collagen and increases the thickness of the dermis to create a more a youthful appearance as well as helps to repair acne scars.

To reduce the appearance of acne scars in adults and improve the appearance of surrounding skin, you must treat both effectively.

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Acne scar Microneedling treatment with SkinPen

Frequently Asked Treatment Questions:

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What is the best and safest medical grade Microneedling device?

The SkinPen is the only FDA cleared and legally marketed automated, non-surgical Microneedling device on the market. It is proven safe and effective to treat and improve the appearance of acne scars in adults aged 22 and older.

What are some side effects of Microneedling?

Dryness, rough skin, tightness, redness, itching, peeling, discomfort, tenderness and burning are some of the side effects that some patients have seen last from 1 to 6 days post Microneedling.

How will my skin look after Microneedling?

Your skin may have an appearance of a mild sunburn to moderate sunburn.

What are the contraindications for Microneedling or reason why someone should not receive a Microneedling treatment?

Patients who have the following should not receive Microneedling:
– Have active skin cancer in the treatment area
– Have open wounds, sore, or irritated skin in the treatment area
– Have an allergy to stainless steel or anesthetic
– Have a hemorrhagic bleeding disorder or a hemostatic bleeding dysfunction.
– Are pregnant or nursing
– Are currently taking drugs with ingredients of isotretinoin such as Accutane.

What areas can not be Microneedled?

Microneedling should not be done around the orbital rim such as the eye lids.

How should I prepare for a Microneedling treatment?

Avoid excessive sun exposure. No sunburn.
Discontinue to use topical retinoids 24 hours prior to Microneedling.
Avoid treatment if you have active breakouts or open lesions.
Allow 24 hours after auto immune therapy.
Wait at least 6 months before oral isotretinoin use.

What to avoid after Microneedling?

You should avoid sweaty exercise and sun exposure 72 hours post your Microneedling treatment.
In addition, you should avoid other facial treatments for a month after Microneedling.

Which products should I use post Microneedling?

You should use Vitamin C as it is a great antioxidant and helps with rebuilding collagen. Vitamin A is also recommended to use after Microneedling as it promotes cell turnover, decreases collagen degradation, and helps to thicken the dermal layer. Also, copper with peptides as it plays a role in the production of collagen and elastin that the body is not able to produce by itself.
Other products that would benefit are Magnesium, as it is a great atioxidant, Zinc because it helps to reduce inflammation and promotes collagen production, and Ginger Extact because it prevents further damage to the skin caused by UV exposure.

Why are good skin care products so important to use after Microneedling?

They can help reduce inflammation, provide moisture, aid in wound healing, improve and maintain aesthetic procedure outcomes, and reduce the risk of potential complications.

Which products or ingredients should I avoid using after Microneedling?

Ingredients known to increase inflammation should be avoided as well as those that hinder the skin’s ability to repair and remodel.
These include:
– Formaldehyde releasing preservatives
– Silicone/Methicone/Dimethicone
– Dyes
– Fragrances
– Petroleum
– Glycol
– Sulphates
– Mineral Oil
– Parabens
– Citrus derived preservatives
It is best to follow the post treatment instructions and products recommended to you by your medical aesthetic provider.

What is the difference between a Dermaroller and a Microneedling pen?

A Dermaroller is an over the counter needling device and Microneedling pen is a medical aesthetic device only allowed to be used in medical aesthetic practices.

What is better Dermarolling or Microneedling?

Mechanical microneedling with an FDA cleared Microneedling device such as the SkinPen produces more microchannels with one pass than created by a Dermaroller with many passes.

How long does it take for the micro-channels created during Microneedling to close after treatment?

One study showed that microchannels created during Microneedling close after 24 hours.

How deep into the skin does Microneedling penetrate?

The SkinPen microneedling device is able to go up to 2.5 mm which is the highest depth of penetration that is proven safe for patients.

If you are looking for Microneedling near me and live in the Bucks County, PA area, call (267) 388-4692 or contact Healthy Solutions Medspa today for a free consultation.

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CoolSculpting is a popular non-invasive fat reduction treatment, but like any procedure, it’s surrounded by myths and misconceptions.Let’s debunk some common myths about CoolSculpting! 1.

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Microneedling for the Neck

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Feeling like your neck is not as firm or smooth as you’d like?

Wanting that youthful appearance back?

Try microneedling for the neck for the neck!

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling for the neck is a cosmetic procedure that involves the use of small, fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries on the skin’s surface. This process stimulates the body’s natural healing response, leading to increased collagen and elastin production.

As a result, doing this on the neck makes it look firmer, smoother, and more youthful in appearance.

At Healthy Solutions Medspa, Microneedling can be done on the face and the neck.

What are the Benefits of Microneedling for the Neck?

During the procedure, a microneedling pen with multiple tiny needles is gently rolled or stamped across the neck area. This creates microscopic punctures, which prompt the skin to produce collagen and elastin.

Collagen is a crucial protein responsible for maintaining the skin’s firmness and elasticity. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to skin laxity and the formation of wrinkles. Microneedling helps to boost collagen production, which can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the neck.

In addition to collagen production, microneedling can improve the overall texture of the skin on the neck. It can reduce the appearance of acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone.

Microneedling can lead to skin tightening in the neck area, making it a popular treatment for individuals seeking non-surgical options to address mild to moderate skin laxity.

Compared to more invasive procedures, microneedling typically has minimal downtime. You may experience some redness and mild swelling immediately after the treatment, but this usually subsides within a few days.

The number of microneedling sessions required for noticeable results can vary depending on individual factors and the specific concerns being addressed. Generally, multiple sessions are recommended for optimal outcomes, often spaced a few weeks apart.

Post Care After Microneedling For The Neck

After microneedling, it’s essential to follow your provider’s instructions for post-treatment care. This may include avoiding sun exposure, wearing sunscreen, and refraining from using certain skincare products for a few days.

Book a consultation at Healthy Solutions Medspa with one of our licensed aestheticians! They can assess your skin type and concerns, determine if you’re a suitable candidate for the procedure, and create a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve your desired results safely.

Am I A Candidate For Microneedling?

Give us a call or book online here to come in for a complimentary consultation with one of our licensed aestheticians to see if this treatment is best for you!

 

 

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3 Medspa Treatments to Clear up Bacne/Back Acne Scars

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“Bacne” and back acne scarring are among the many new sought after treatments in the skin care field.

Whether you experience active acne or acne scarring on the back, or both, there are solutions out there that have worked wonders with clearing up the skin and improve hyperpigmentation.

The most effective treatments today include the VI Peel, Hydrafacial and Microneedling.

VI Peel For Bacne

The VI Peel is a gentle but powerful medical grade chemical peel that can be be customized with boosters to treat many different skin care concerns from hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, texture, wrinkles, acne, and bacne.

This aesthetic procedure can be performed on the face, neck, chest and back.

It’s extremely effective in treating “bacne” and back acne scars.

The VI peel works by creating micro-damage to the skin’s top layer, causing peeling which in turns stimulates new tissue growth, shedding off old unhealthy skin and bringing out new healthy skin.

Because of the thicker skin on the back, peeling starts around day 7 and can last 4-7 days.

Due to the longer peeling duration, back peels should be done every 6-8 weeks and a series of 2-6 treatments are recommended for optimal results.

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Microneedling For Back Acne

Microneedling is a great treatment option for back acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, minimizing pore size and fine lines and wrinkles.

It involves pricking the skin with tiny sterilized needles to stimulate an immune response from the body to produce new collagen and elastin to heal the injured areas leaving the skin rejuvenated and corrected of inconsistencies.

Healing time takes about 5-7 days with minimal down time and a series of 3 is recommended for optimal results.

Minor side effects should be expected after this treatment, such as redness, bruising or inflammation, but usually clear up in a few days

Hydrafacial For The Back

The Clarifying Hydrafacial is another treatment option for “Bacne” and can be done in conjunction with either the VI Peel or Microneedling.

This treatment uses a combination of glycolic acid, salicylic acid and Blue LED light therapy to target bacteria, decongest the skin and control oil production.

First, the back is deeply cleansed, softening the sebum to aid in extractions and remove any impurities.

With a vortex tip, the skin is exfoliated with a gentle glycolic and salicylic acid peel.

Afterwards comes extractions, followed by hydrating the skin with hyaluronic acid, detoxifying antioxidants, and firming peptides for deep moisturization and hydration.

The HydraFacial treatment for the back leaves skin looking healthy and hydrated.

Monthly treatments are recommended for optimal results.

Acne and acne scarring on the face and the body can be extremely frustrating and leave you feeling self-conscious.

With the help of a physician and medical aesthetician, they can customize a treatment plan to get your back acne under control and help you start feeling your best.

To find out if you are a viable candidate for any of these treatments, it’s best to start with a consultation.

If you are searching for the best acne, bacne, or acne scarring treatments near me and you live in or around the Bucks County, PA area, request your free consultation at Healthy Solutions Medspa online, or give us a call at (267) 332-5567.

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5 Trending Medspa Treatments to Do This Fall

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The summer sun is warm and relaxing, but too much sunshine can result in dark spots and contribute to aging looking skin. Now that it’s almost fall, you can clear away the sun damaged skin and get a healthy glow with these five trending Medspa treatments:

Hydrafacial: Deep Clean Your Face

Hydrafacial is one of the most popular treatments on the market right now. It offers instantaneous results to patients of every age and skin type. This 30-minute treatment deeply cleanses, exfoliates, and saturates your skin with antioxidants and peptides to maximize your glow. The Hydrafacial is like a power wash for your face, washing away impurities and dead skin cells while quenching your skin with much-needed nutrients. It’s a combination of a microdermabrasion, chemical peel and facial all in one so you get a lot for your buck! Hydrafacials can also be customized for your skin, giving you the option to add on boosters that minimize the appearance of dark spots, sun spots, fine lines and wrinkles, and signs of aging. As a bonus, red and blue LED light therapy is included as part of the treatment. Blue light therapy targets acne bacteria and red-light therapy promotes healing and reduces the appearance of scars and broken capillaries. The Hydrafacial treatment was named “Best facial” by Newbeauty magazine 2020 and it is a must for your skin care routine.

Clear + Brilliant Laser: Clear Away Sun Damage And Improve Skin Texture

The Clear and Brilliant Laser is one of the most popular minimum downtime laser resurfacing and correcting treatment. Popular among celebrities like Jennifer Aniston and Drew Barrymore it injures the upper layers of the skin, and replaces the damaged skin with healthier, younger looking skin. It’s a great treatment for to combat the early signs of aging, improve skin tone, texture, reduce sun damage, and minimizes pores. The Clear and Brilliant treatment takes about 20 minutes.

VI Peel: Reveal A New And Fresh Complexion

VI Peels uncover a new layer to your skin, improving the tone, texture, and clarity. This peel treatment is painless and includes a combination of TCA (trichoroacetic acid), Vitamin A (retinoic acid), Salicylic acid, Phenol, and Vitamin C (l-ascrobic acid) that is brushed onto your face, chest, or back, left to set for several minutes, and then gently removed. The VI Peel is safe for all skin types and reduces hyperpigmentation, age spots, wrinkles, and melasma while stimulating the production of collagen. In addition to the regular VI Peel, there is another one specifically that targets acne and reduces blemishes called the VI Purify. Following your treatment, you are sent home with after care post peel products that include a moisturizer, sun screen, and an anti-itch cream as about two or three days later, you will start to see dead skin cells flake off from your face over the course of two to three days. But, that downtime will be worth it once you see your newer and more vibrant skin.

Microneedling: Resurfacing Treatment

Microneedling uses a powerful surgical grade micro pen with tiny needles that creates controlled, superficial micro-injuries which tighten up pores and cause production of collagen and elastin. This resurfacing treatment reduces the appearance of acne scars, wrinkles and textural issues making this one of the hottest correcting and anti-aging treatments that is highly sought after. Treatment time is about thirty minutes. Immediately after the treatment, your skin will look red and subside over the course of two to three days. Once this downtime has passed, you will love your newer layer of smoother and younger-looking skin.

Photo Facial: Get Flawless Looking Skin

Photo Facials deliver energy or intense pulsed light (IPL) into your skin using a state-of-the-art device, causing sun spots, age spots, rosacea, and spider veins to fade away. You will notice a clearer complexion immediately after this brief, thirty-minute treatment. The amount of treatments needed depends on your skin’s concerns. If you are trying to treat dark spots, you may need several treatments to get complete clearance but if you are treating facial veins, those can be zapped away instantaneously.

Are You Ready for a Fall Makeover?

Whether you are in the market to repair your skin from the effects of the summer sun or trying to lose weight and looking for a weight loss doctor near Newtown, you can trust Healthy Solutions by Dr. Luciano weight loss and aesthetic medicine to help you achieve your weight loss and aesthetic goals.

To learn more about these treatments offered at our award-winning medical spa or if you are looking for a weight loss doctor in Ivyland, please call (267) 332-5567.

Which Products & Treatments Are Right For Aging Skin?

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Skin changes as you age.

You might start noticing changes such as wrinkles, age spots, dryness and loss of fat making it become thinner which in turn makes your skin look less plump and smooth.

Not only is age a factor, but also lifestyle with sunlight being the first major cause of skin aging followed by smoking then alcohol.

Your best line of defense is a good skin care routine.

A routine that should be part of your morning and night.

A good daily routine for both young and old can be the start of healthier skin.

Best Skincare Products For Aging Skin:

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Two important products found in our line of Obagi products is  the Vitamin C serum and Retin A.

Vitamin C promotes collagen growth, fights wrinkles and even cleans up sun damage as it lightens and brightens the face.

Retin A can help treat existing wrinkles and fights acne.

We offer a full line of Obagi products to help transform your skin.

Along with products, skin treatments are just as important as it is never just one thing.

Medspa Skincare Treatments For Aging Skin:

We offer a full menu of treatment options to treat and maintain aging skin.

CHEMICAL PEELS

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Used to treat wrinkles, age spots, discoloration, acnaeic skin and superficial scarring.
Helpful in getting dead skin out of the way making your skin the ideal canvas for absorbing your products.

LASER TREATMENTS

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Help stimulate the skins production of collagen which plumps the skin up.
Helps with discoloration and can be used on face , neck, hands, arms and décolletage .

We recommend Intense Pulsed light laser treatments, also called photofacials to reduce age spots, sun spots and vascular lesions from the face.

And, the Clear + Brilliant laser is a great preventive anti-aging laser treatment that rebuilds collagen, reduces fine lines and wrinkles and helps reduce pigmentation.

BOTOX and FILLERS

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Botox helps soften lines on the top upper half of face.
Dermal Fillers can add height to the cheekbone, improve jaw line, diminish acne scars, restore fullness, re-sculpt lips and fill in folds.

MICRONEEDLING

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A great treatment to help diminish fine lines and wrinkles, and to renew the skins surface for a refreshed youthful glow.

All of these Medspa treatments and products can be used in combination to create a custom treatment plan.

It’s best to schedule a consultation at a reputable Medspa near you to see which products and treatments would work best for you.

If you are looking for a Medical Spa in Bucks County, PA near Doylestown, Newtown, Warrington and Warminster, schedule your free consultation at our five star rated Medspa in Ivyland, PA.

Our Medical Spa offers many laser facial treatments as well as the #1 non-surgical fat reduction treatment called Coolsculpting.

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Clear + Brilliant Laser Facial Compared to Microneedling & Photofacial

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How Does the Clear + Brilliant Laser Facial Compare to Microneedling & Photofacial?

A common concern in patients is wanting to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and scars while improving skin tone and texture.

Having younger-looking, radiant skin is now more easily attainable and less painful than ever with today’s technologies.

Some of the most popular skin and facial procedures that don’t require surgery include treatments like Clear + Brilliant, Microneedling and Photofacials.

While all three of these procedures are similar, they also have their differences. So how do you know which treatment you should get?

First, you should narrow down your top skin concerns from the broad goal of just attaining “better skin”.

Whether that’s reducing fine lines and wrinkles, reducing pore size, smoothing texture or improving pigmentation or scars, some treatments work better at a specific goal than others.

Here’s what you need to know about how the Clear + Brilliant, Microneedling and Photofacial compare:

Clear + Brilliant

Clear and Brilliant Laser

The Clear & Brilliant treatment is relatively new, yet it’s one of the most popular laser treatments for improving early signs of aging such as fine lines, skin tone, texture, pigment and sun damage while also minimizing pores.

It works by a laser gently rolling across the skin to create microscopic wounds, stimulating collagen production.

The Clear and Brilliant laser treatment has no downtime and works on all skin types.

The Clear + Brilliant can be done on the face, neck, chest or hands. A series of treatments is recommended, and ongoing treatments are needed to maintain results.

Microneedling

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Similar to Clear + Brilliant, Microneedling  works also by stimulating collagen production in the skin, except by using microscopic needles.

It improves the skin’s overall appearance, reduces fine lines, wrinkles, stretch marks, hyperpigmentation and acne scars.

Microneedling can be done on any part of the body such as face, neck, chest, arms, legs, abdomen and back.

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IPL and BBL Photofacials

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A Photofacial or IPL (intense pulsed light) and BBL (broad band light) targets pigment, redness and vessels in the skin without harming any surrounding tissue.

Photofacials are best for treating sun spots, age spots, rosacea, spider veins, capillaries and other similar conditions on the skin.

IPL and BBL treatments can be done on the face, chest, back or hands. This treatment works best on lighter skin tones.

So how do the three stack up against each other?

Clear + Brilliant vs .Microneedling vs Photofacial
Clear + Brilliant vs. Microneedling vs. Photofacial

How the Clear + Brilliant and Microneedling treatments are similar:

1. They both stimulate collagen production with controlled micro injuries
2. They’re both minimally invasive
3. They both reduce the size of pores
4. They both improve early signs of aging
5. They can both correct acne, pigmentation, fine lines, sun damage, skin tone and texture
6. Can do either treatment as often as 3 to 4 weeks
7. Both treatments can be combined as part of a long term skin care correcting treatment plan, spacing them out by at least 4 weeks
8. Both treatments can be performed on the face, neck and chest as well as hands and arms.

How Clear + Brilliant and Microneedling treatments are different:

1. Clear + Brilliant removes top layer of skin
2. Clear + Brilliant has less visible downtime than Microneedling
3. Clear + Brilliant is better for treating signs of sun damage, such as brown spots and freckles
4. Skin is red to pink for 2-3 days following Microneedling treatment
5. Skin is red immediately after treatment but looks back to normal the day after Clear + Brilliant with less visible social downtime
6. Skin feels raw for a few days after Microneedling
7. Skin feels like sandpaper for 3-7 days following Clear + Brilliant treatment

Clear + Brilliant vs. IPL (Photofacial)

How the Clear + Brilliant and the Photofacial are similar:

1. They’re both minimally invasive
2. They both stimulate collagen production
3. They both improve early signs of aging, sun damage, skin tone and texture
4. They both reduce fine lines and minimize pores
5. You need a series of treatments to fully remove brown spots for both procedures
6. Both treatments can be done on the face, chest, hands, and arms
7. Can combine both treatments as part of a skin care correcting treatment plan
8. Skin looks back to normal the day after treatment

How the Clear + Brilliant and the Photofacial are different:

1. Clear + Brilliant is for all skin types
2. IPL is not recommended for darker skin tones
3. IPL improves veins and capillaries on the face
4. IPL does not smooth acne scarring
5. IPL does not remove the top layer of skin

All three treatments for the face can be combined to create a skin care treatment plan for best results.

So if you wanted to correct pigmentation, reduce acne scars and reduce vascular lesions, a series of all three spaced three to four weeks apart maybe your best option to give you clearer, younger and healthier looking skin.

It’s best to schedule a consultation at a reputable Medspa to see which treatment or treatment plan is right for you.

If you live in Bucks County, Montgomery County, Philadelphia County or the surrounding area, contact us to schedule a consultation.

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Reverse Sun Damaged Skin with These 4 Med Spa Treatments

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You’ve had your fun in the sun, and now your skin is paying for it.

Those fabulous afternoons lounging poolside with a mojito in hand, and long weekends at the beach are par for the course when it comes to enjoying summer. Unfortunately, it can wreak havoc on your skin.

Regardless of the amount of sunscreen you apply to your skin or how often you sport that Riviera-style beach hat, the sun makes its way through to your precious skin – leaving sunspots, blotches, and wrinkles! But there’s no need to wallow in a world of regret. Your time spent sinning in the sun can be fixed!

Here are 4 Med Spa treatments to help you reverse sun damage:

Microneedling:

Hold up! Did someone say needle? We did. But they are incy wincy, tiny little needles. We’re talking microscopic – as Taylor Swift says, “You need to calm down!”

Microneedling is a method used to rejuvenate the skin by generating collagen and skin tissue. The minimally invasive procedure involves using multiple tiny, sterile needles to brush over the skin to create controlled “micro-injuries.” The skin’s natural healing process prompts the derma, a deeper layer of skin, to rebuild. The increased collagen can reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and even out your skin tone – leaving you with smoother, younger-looking skin. Another bonus: it also lessens the appearance of hyperpigmentation, acne scars, stretch marks, and sun damage.

Patients may experience a few days of redness following treatment, but ultimately settle into silky-soft skin that glows!

VI Peel: It’s time to turn over a new leaf! VI Peel is a medical-grade chemical peel that offers dramatic results with no preparation and minimal downtime. The gentle, pain-free treatment helps to soften fine lines and wrinkles, reverse sun damage, reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation and scarring while improving the overall quality, tone and texture of your skin.

The VI Peel at Healthy Solutions MedSpa includes a specifically formulated post peel kit which is essential for your treatment’s success, ensuring optimal and lasting results. VI Peel’s blend of powerful ingredients is suitable for all skin types, including darker skin tones. It is a quick treatment designed to achieve more effective results.

Patients can expect to peel for 2-3 days before revealing a new layer of skin that appears flawless and youthful.

Photofacial:

Also called an IPL (intense pulse light). It’s not a Rave but seeing how amazing your skin looks over the next week may prompt you to break out in a celebratory dance. Before you do, keep in mind this is not an immediate treatment, and depending on how much sun damage you have, multiple treatments may be needed.

Some patients opt for a Photofacial instead of a chemical peel because there is less visible downtime and no peeling! After a Photofacial, your face will appear pink or red. If you have dark spots, they will appear darker- this can last for a few weeks but will lessen with each day. The Photofacial is also great to spot treat sun damage as the device can target specific sunspots more aggressively during treatment.

The Photofacial, also called an IPL (intense pulse light) is a 30-minute procedure in which intense pulses of light are used to penetrate deep into the skin…unce unce unce baby! This revolutionary facial treatment uses a broad-spectrum light source called flashlight technology. The intense pulsed light warms up the skin and uses heat to activate the body’s natural healing process.

You can use IPL on other parts of the body, not just on your face. Patients often get treatment to correct sun damage on areas such as chest, back, or hands. This type of light therapy is also used to treat age spots, broken blood vessels on your face, and rosacea.

Hydrafacial:
When it comes to gorgeous skin, some of us…want it now! The Hydrafacial offers instantaneous results with absolutely no downtime. Hydrafacial is a hydradermabrasion treatment that cleanses the skin, exfoliates dead cells, extracts dirt and bacteria, hydrates, and protects the skin with antioxidants in one simple 30-minute treatment. As if it wasn’t already perfect, a Hydrafacial is an excellent microdermabrasion treatment for oily skin, acne, sun damage, and to treat wrinkles and fine lines.

Plus, by adding specific Boosters to the hydrafacial, you can effectively target problem areas. BRITENOL BOOST Britenol™ is specially formulated to correct dark spots and sun-damaged areas. Britenol™ is clinically proven to leave skin glowing with a more even complexion. Key ingredients: Alpha-Arbutin is derived from bearberry extract to brighten the appearance of dark spots. Vitamin C exhibits antioxidant properties and gives skin added brightness.

Whatever your skin needs are you can’t go wrong with any of the mentioned treatments. Call (267) 332-5567 today to schedule a consultation with our Aesthetician or to schedule an appointment.

As September comes to an end, our memories of summer begin to fade, hopefully, so will the sun damage to our skin. Here’s to heading into Autumn with gorgeous, glowing skin – and endless pumpkin spice lattes!

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Medspa Treatments Have You Falling in Love With Your Skin

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3 Medspa Treatments That Will Have You Falling in Love With Your Skin

September is here and fall is right around the corner. This month is the perfect time to correct all that sun damage caused by being out in the sun this summer. Here are 3 treatments medspa treatments that we recommend for you to fall back in love with your skin this month.

Let’s go over these 3 non-surgical medspa treatments—at least one of them will surely be right for you.

Photofacial/IPL

The problem with all that fun in the sun is, after two or three months you’ll have exposed yourself to an oversupply of UV rays—by a longshot. When that happens, discoloration, freckles, dark spots or scars will quickly appear. With a photofacial/IPL (intense pulsed light), you can effectively reduce or eliminate those UV-related discolorations. The treatment only takes 30 to 45 minutes, so you’ll be in and out on your way in no time!

How it works: Photofacials are laser treatments that use optimized light devices to deliver energy into the skin. The laser light will target your vascular and pigmented lesions, which will disappear as the healing process ensues. The treatment will cause those dark spots to flake and lift off, revealing a more glowing and even skin tone. Treatments can be done on your face, chest, or hands!

We recommend undergoing a Series of 3 treatments for best results.

Chemical Peel

Chemical peels offer an exceptional non-surgical way to improve sun-damaged skin. They’re also fast, simple and pain-free. We’ll brush a chemical solution onto your face, neck or chest, which will cause flaking of dead skin cells to occur over the course of a few days. Once those dead cells are removed, texture will improve and collagen will be stimulated. The treatment only takes about 30 minutes, and after a few days your skin will glow!

At our Medspa, we offer the VI Peel, the Obagi Blue Radiance Peel, and AHA peels.

And best yet, all of our chemical peels are physician strength and never tested on animals. Learn the full details here!

Microneedling

Microneedling is a non-invasive treatment that works wonders to eliminate fine lines and wrinkles caused by the sun. The process involves nearly microscopic needles brushing over the skin to create what are referred to as controlled “micro-injuries.” Those allow the body to regenerate fresh collagen and elastin, and once healed, you’ll be beaming!

Celebrities on Medspa Treatments They Love:

Many of Hollywood’s celebrities use these treatments to keep their skin always looking fresh and bright. Two of the most notable actors are Lucy Liu and Jennifer Aniston.

  • Lucy Liu suffers from hyperpigmentation, which causes darker patches of skin than the normal surrounding color to occur. This happens to her because of a dense dermal layer that produces more melanin than usual. So how does she combat hyperpigmentation? With IPLs and chemical peels. They’re two safe and simple procedures that keep her looking gorgeous!

  • Jennifer Aniston has admitted to using microneedling. “I do microneedling!” she said, We don’t have to tell you about how great her skin is, so clearly the microneedling helps!

So, is YOUR skin sun damaged?

Don’t stress about it! Get in touch to find out why women and men from all over Greater Philadelphia and Bucks County, PA are coming to our medical spa for skin rejuvenating treatments.

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