There are a number of devices on the market for laser hair removal. All of these use the principles of selective photothermolysis to deliver energy to the hair follicle, disabling or destroying it. Most of these target the melanin (color) in the hair follicles.

The SKIN Spa uses the Sciton Profile ClearScan™, laser machine. It is a non-invasive, long-lasting, virtually pain free solution for unwanted hair on all body parts and any skin type, including ethnic and dark complexions. Additionally, the Sciton laser can safely treat sun-tanned skin, thus making it the treatment of choice for active individuals.

This laser targets your hair follicles and heats them with infrared energy. The absorbed light heats the hair structures, which damages the existing hair and destroys the re-growth potential of the follicle - all without damaging the surrounding normal tissue. Unlike other processes, this laser treats many hairs at once, making treatment of large areas possible.

The many different settings allow us to customize laser hair removal treatment according to the particular body area to be treated and hair and skin type of the individual patient for the safest and best possible results. The procedure is fast, and there are few, if any, side effects.

Note* Because hair grows in stages, approximately 6 treatments, performed between 3-5 weeks apart, are usually required to achieve optimum results.
 

BOTOX® Cosmetic (botulinum toxin) is a solution that is a purified protein. It is used as an injection under the skin surface, in a spa or office setting, to temporarily weaken the muscle and reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles. As you know, muscles surrounding your eyes tighten multiple times during the day. The tightening of these muscles eventually leaves creases or wrinkles on the skin. Injecting small doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic directly into these muscles through a tiny needle allows the muscles to relax, and temporarily reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Patients may experience a slight discomfort when the needle is inserted, but this is very brief, lasting only a few seconds. The procedure itself takes approximately 10 to 15 minutes, and most patients can return to their daily activities after treatment. The improvements in the wrinkles of the face begin to appear 3 days after the injection and achieve the maximal effect after 7 days. Although patients vary in response, most wrinkles will not return for a period of three to five months following treatment, and in some cases longer. If you continue BOTOX® Cosmetic treatments regularly, its effectiveness may increase, and last up to eight months.

Is it safe? BOTOX Cosmetic is very safe and has been used in the United States for years to treat a number of medical problems including muscle spasticity, tremors, and voice disorders. Patients do not require allergic testing prior to treatment. Repeated injections are very safe and patients will not develop a resistance over time. Patients can also decide to delay treatments or stop completely at any time.
 

Now you can have younger looking, tighter feeling, and more vibrant skin with a popular new treatment called the Contour™ MicroLaserPeel™. The MicroLaserPeel treats skin conditions associated with aging and active life styles. It is the ideal treatment if you want improved skin with immediate lasting results, little time off, no discomfort, or post-treatment care. It is a minimal to full epidermal laser peel that removes the outermost layers of the skin. The procedure is individually tailored to the nature of the problem you want corrected: wrinkles, scars, keratoses, or pigmentation problems.

The cost will be determined by the level of microns you and the physician agree to. Generally, microdermabrasion only removes the outer layer (stratum corneum, 10-15 microns) of the skin. Patients may become dissatisfied when the perceived results do not equal the expense and the number of procedures required. Because this procedure goes deeper into the epidermis, it is the perfect step between microdermabrasion and deeper peels. The MicroLaserPeel is a minimal to full epidermal peel (20-50 microns)

You will start with a consultation with the physician and the aesthetician. At that time, a topical anesthetic such as Lidacane, or equivalent and an ointment such as Polysporin will be prescribed. The anesthetic will need to be applied 30 minutes before your appointment time and the Polysporin will be used the 2 days following your peel, this will act as a barrier to keep the air away from your skin while you grow new epithelium. After those two days, a moisturizer may be used. You will be meeting with the aesthetician to recommend the moisturizer best for your new fresh skin. The healing process varies from patient to patient but will generally take from two to four days. Immediately following the procedure, you will feel as if you have bad sunburn. You will have minor sloughing and itchiness the following day. By day two, redness will begin to fade and by day three, any redness can be easily covered by makeup. The procedure can be performed on Thursday or Friday and you can return to work the following Monday. It is the ideal weekend treatment.

Finally, while meeting with the aesthetician you will schedule an exfoliating facial to remove the remaining dead skin. At this time, the aesthetician will do a final follow up with you regarding your MicroLaserPeel.