A Light at the End of the “Skincare” Tunnel

 By Dixie Medford, P.C.C.D.

 The pleasures and stress of life, along with the simple passage of time, tend to cause our skin to appear older. There are numerous treatments from simple creams to major surgeries that exist to improve the appearance of the skin.  However, many now seek improvement on the go and with no “downtime”.

 People have wondered could it really be possible in just one hour to go in for a non-invasive laser treatment that removes red blotchiness and unsightly broken capillaries, softens lines around the eyes and mouth.  And of course, there are the lovely brown spots which foundation will never be able to cover up.  Who knew those silver mats and baby oil were such bad news. 

 With the advent of the world’s fastest growing cosmetic procedure both women and men can achieve amazing skin rejuvenation results, previously unavailable, until the introduction of the Fotofacial.  This treatment can address more than one condition at a time including rosacea, flushing and redness of the skin, acne, birthmarks, unsightly small veins, other blemishes, and the signs of aging.  The procedures are tailored to the individual condition and skin type.

 Progress in skin rejuvenation with the use of lasers has taken a fast-forward from a combination of new technologies.  These non-ablative treatments are preformed using pulsed light.  The treatment is non-invasive and requires no recovery time.

 Enlarged pores, dull complexions and dark splotchy skin from sun damage can improve.  This technology improves both the superficial and deeper skin layers and rejuvenates the skin while at the same time delivering beneficial thermal energy to deep tissue.  After a series of treatments, you can see a significant reduction of unwanted pigment and the appearance of smoother, revitalized skin.  For the redness on the neck and chest and dark spots on the hands this treatment is extremely effective.

   FotoFacial pulsed light treatments can successfully treat dilated blood vessels and redness without injuring the surrounding healthy skin, rosacea can be helped.  Rosacea is a skin aliment that leaves people red-faced from dilated blood vessels and chronic flushing.  Rosacea can also cause pimples or blisters on the nose and cheeks.  

 Treatments are generally administered in a series of procedures that provide excellent long-term results, minimal adverse effects and high satisfaction.  Treatments are often used in conjunction with chemical peeling or micro-dermabrasion to enhance the results.

 A practical, common sense approach to aging can help slow the process.   It is important to take advantage of the most advanced services and home care regimens.  This is the perfect treatment for active people who want to improve their skin, slow down the appearance of aging and not interfere with life.