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PhotoFacial is one of the most advanced non-invasive cosmetic
technologies for improving the appearance of Rosacea,
reducing redness, flushing and broken capillaries,
repairing sun damaged skin, skin texture and age
spots. This
non-invasive, non-surgical technique results in
the production of smoother, healthier looking skin.
Photo Facial has become increasingly popular because
it is quick, easy and provides almost immediate
results.
How It Works:
The PhotoFacial procedure utilizes pulsed light
technology, which is similar to laser technology
but differs slightly. When a laser is used, it
uses one continuous light wavelength which is
penetrated into the deeper tissue layers of the
skin, Pulsed Light uses multiple wavelengths of
light, which, when delivered into the skin, are
energy concentrated at all different tissue levels.
This allows the light to be absorbed by the melanin
in the skin therefore encouraging the production
of collagen.
As we age, our bodies produce less collagen.
When the gentle pulses of light are directed into
the skin, the heat causes damage to the vessels,
triggering the body to begin its natural healing
process. When the skin is cut or bruised, the
body produces collagen in order to heal. This
procedure causes the body to naturally produce
more collagen in order to heal the skin.
The PhotoFacial procedure is safe to use on the face, neck,
chest and even hands. Treatments usually occur
about every three weeks, and can take anywhere
from fifteen minutes to a half an hour. During
Photo Facial treatments the pulsed light energy is delivered
into the skin at different and specific settings
in order to maximize results. It could take up
to five treatments in order to achieve a patients'
desired outcome, but some have had as many as
eight treatments.
Is It Painful?
Few patients experience discomfort while the
pulsed light is being administered. Anesthesia
can be used if patients request it, but is not
required. After the Photo Facial procedure, most patients’
levels of discomfort were minimal to non-existent.
Some patients experienced slightly flushed skin
and capillaries that were slightly more visible
but the color faded quickly and the capillaries
seemed to vanish.
What Will My Results Be?
The results of the Photo Facial treatment include a more
even tone and overall smoothness of the skin which
leads to a more youthful appearance. Photo Facial also restores
sun damaged skin and aids in the reduction of
wrinkles, fine lines and flushing as well as redness
that is sometimes related to Rosacea. This procedure
is a safe, non-surgical way to minimize the effects
of aging and retain a more healthy and youthful
complexion.
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