Lunch - Time procedures prior to the Festive Season
By:
Dr. Debraj Shome
&
Dr. Rinky Kapoor
You get your hair cut at lunch. You go to the dentist during your lunch hour. You even hit the gym for a quick workout and a smoothie. So, why not brighten your look over lunch in a walk-in and walk-out procedure. The big advantage is that no one else will even know if you so wish it. We are all busy with work, kids, dinner and family time and it is hard to squeeze in those "just for me" kinds of things. Sometimes the lunch break is the only bit of free time people have and many make the most of it. Botox ushered in the era of the "lunch hour" cosmetic procedure and now, there are even more procedures to choose; from smoothing lines, plumping lips and getting rid of sun damage. So, what exactly could you have done and what will it do for you?
Botox & Derma Fillers
There are a variety of products, collectively called derma fillers, on the market that fill mild lines to deep wrinkles. As previously mentioned, getting Botox is one of the most popular lunch-time procedures. Botox is used to fill in those dynamic wrinkles that show up whenever you smile, frown or show emotion.
Collagen injections are popular as well as products made from hyaluronic acid gel. These fillers can all be done in minutes and can fill in moderate to deep wrinkles, plump up the lips and even help smooth out some acne scars.
Skin Resurfacing Treatments
Several procedures fall under the category of lunch hour skin resurfacing - peels, micro dermabrasion and laser resurfacing. Because these tend to be a little more traumatic to the skin, the treatments are generally mild and require several sessions to get the desired results. This is done so that you can return to work without the redness and swelling that accompanies stronger procedures.
Two popular chemical peels are glycolic and salicylic acid peels. The results are not apparent for a couple of days because the skin has to actually peel off. Your dermatologist may give you a moisturizer to help hide the dry flaking skin as it comes off.
CHEMICAL PEEL
What is a chemical peel?
A peel is a technique used to remove layers of damaged, unhealthy, dull or aged skin to reveal newer, softer and younger looking skin.
Solutions of different types can be used.
What is a peel used for?
• Dull skin
• Patchy pigmented skin of face, arms, legs or back
• Skin lightening of face, neck, arms, legs, back
• Skin rejuvenation
• Instant skin glow
• Reduction of oiliness of skin
• Reduction of open pores
• As part of bridal skin preparations packages and ‘Party peel' ( Hot trend)
• As regular maintainence treatment for healthy skin and antiaging
• Sun damaged skin on face, neck, shoulders
• To reduce patchy pigmented skin like freckles, sunspots, age spots, melasma, etc.
• Reduction of mild early aging fine lines, wrinkles
• Reduction of very mild pimple scars
What are the types of ‘party' peels?
Common types are -
• Glycolic acid (alpha hydroxyl acids )
At the Esthetic Clinic there is a wide range of international peels along with the above peels, like
• Arginine peel
• Lactic peel
• Biopeel
• Combination peels, etc.
What is a glycolic acid peel?
Glycolic acid is a group of naturally occurring substances often called ‘fruit acids'.
When applied to the skin, it destroys the ‘glue' that holds the dead cells on the surface of the skin. This allows the dead cells to slough off, leaving behind a smoother skin surface.
How is a peel performed?
Your dermatologist will assess you and decide which peel is needed and the type of solution to be used. You may need to stop some medications like strong vitamin A creams. The skin is prepared with preconditioning creams.
The dermatologist cleanses the skin with special cleansing agents. Layers of peeling solution are then applied gently and expertly over the skin. You will feel a hot sensation for 5-10 minutes.
It is then neutralized after certain time specific for each peel. A membrane or mask is applied to comfort and soothe your skin .and help in healing. Later a antibiotic cream, moisturizer and sunblock are applied.
For AHA peels, there may be a pink discoloration which resolves quickly to normal skin colour.
This procedure is done as an outpatient. You can return to work after the procedure without having to miss any time from work.
How long does it take to have a peel done? Can you go back to work?
A session lasts for 30 - 40 minutes. Hence it is also called ‘lunchtime peel'.
What must you do after a peel?
• You need to cleanse the skin gently and apply post peel creams as advised to you.
• Do not scratch
• Avoid the sun and use a high SPF and UVA block sunscreen.
• Do not use your routine antiaging creams for a week later, start them only on your dermatologist's advice.
FRACTIONAL ERBIUM LASER FOR REJUVENATION (Laser Peel)
New technology now allows for laser resurfacing to be done at lunch without revealing a thing. Unlike other lasers that vaporize skin layers, these non-ablative lasers work under the skin to stimulate collagen production. It works really well for lines around the eyes and mouth. The down side is that it takes several months for collagen to reproduce and create volume.
Photo-facial/ Laser peel is the precise removal of the dull damaged skin by laser, which stimulates the fresh new skin below to take its place. Results typically are seen after 2-3 days in form of a fresh new look to the face.
What is fractional laser? How does it work?
This delivers laser light in tiny beams. These beams create small areas of tissue injury, while sparing surrounding normal skin from damage. Subsequent regrowth of cells and new collagen expression from neighboring healthy tissue during the healing process provides a quicker remodeling process, with little or no downtime.
Does the client require any anesthesia?
This treatment does not require any anesthesia, dye application or any elaborate cooling process thus requiring very little preparation and clean up time
How soon do I see the results?
The results are immediate and progressive.
New collagen begins to form , creating healthy, more youthful skin.
How much time does each session take?
Each treatment session can be completed in 15-30 minutes.
How long is the hospital stay?
No hospital stay is required either before or after treatment.
When do I get back to my normal routine?
Since it has no or minimal downtime, a majority of individuals are able to resume their normal activities the same day. Shaving can also be done after the treatment.
Is the treatment effective on Indian skin types?
Yes. It gives brilliant results if the right parameters and the right doctor work together!
Does it hurt?
It is a very simple, safe, and comfortable treatment.
What are the after treatment precautions?
Avoid direct sun exposure, and use a good sunscreen with a good moisturizer.
What is the difference from other treatments?
- No downtime
- Virtually pain free
- No side effects
- Walk in/walk out procedure
- Quick results.
What can I expect?
The skin may look a little dirty after 1-2 days following treatment. After that you will find your skin looks smoother, and fresher. You might choose to have 1-2 annual treatments in order to keep the youthful appearance.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a little more aggressive, but it can be performed with a gentle touch. This procedure basically sand-blasts the skin, scraping the dead cells off the top and then vacuums it up. You may have some redness afterwards, but the results are readily visible as new healthy skin is revealed and the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots are reduced.
If you decide to use your lunch hour to rejuvenate your face with Botox or a little micordermabrasion, make sure you have an experienced cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist perform the procedure. Just because it can be done in a few minutes doesn't mean something can't go wrong. That lunch time secret will be obvious to everyone if things go awry. That is definitely not the look you were going for!
HYDRAFACIAL
Hydrafacial is also called as ‘Party facial' because it gives instant glow and brightness to the skin.
What is Hydrafacial Technology?
Hydrafacial = Microdermabrasion + Hydropeel + Serum based skin resurfacing
It is the only procedure that combines cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration and antioxidant protection simultaneously, resulting in clearer, more beautiful skin with no discomfort or downtime. The treatment is soothing, moisturizing, non-invasive and non-irritating and boosts the dull skin with antioxidants, fresh oxygen and hydrating serums, which can bring instant life to lifeless skins.
Each treatment is individually harmonized to your skin type and structure.
What are the uses of the Hydrafacial?
- Instant skin brightening and glow
- Party facial
- Lightening of brown spots on face
- Treatment of oily skin and open pores
- Reduction of wrinkles and fine lines
- Maintenance of glowing skin
What are the specialities and benefits of the Hydrafacial?
- An extensive analysis of your skin leads to an individual treatment and care plan.
This machine is exclusively found at specially trained dermatologists only.
- The dermatologist decides the depth of abrasion to be done individually for your skin condition. Proper selection is responsible for the perfection of the microdermabrasion procedure.
- Special tip removes dull dead skin while simultaneously introducing vitamin serums
- Dry diamond crystal free abrasion can be combined with wet hydrafacial treatment for deeper abrasion and better glow
- A deep micro massage improves cell metabolism - rejuvenating the skin from within. It optimizes the absorption rate of the active ingredients as well as improves the circulation. Massage improves lymphatic drainage and reduces swelling of face
- Skin specific serums help in deep cleansing, exfoliating, extracting, hydrating, antioxidant treatment and more
- Painless and relaxing treatment
- Normal activities can be resumed immediately
- Immediate radiant results
- No irritation or discomfort
- Suitable for all skin types and ethnicities
Your skin feels as though you had a miniface lift, your skin feels firm, revived, fresh and healthy. The results are visibly boosted after each treatment.
How much discomfort does one experience?
Treatments are painless yet effective. Your skin care professional is trained to evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment while at the same time ensuring your comfort.
How will you look after the treatment?
Your skin may look slightly flushed immediately after the treatment but should return to normal in 10 - 30 minutes. Your skin will look and feel smoother and brighter instantly, and you are ready to ‘face' the world confidently in just 30 minutes.
Your skin's new best friend.
With the polishing action of diamonds and crystals, the cleaning action of vacuum and the radiance provided by serum.
Thus, new technology allows cosmetic procedures in remarkably less amount of time. You can actually rejuvenate your face with in your lunch time. To correct all signs of aging, you can visit www.theestheticclinic.com
Dr. Debraj Shome is the Consultant Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgeon,
& Head, Institute of Aesthetic Surgery, Apollo Health City, Hyderabad, India
Dr. Rinky Kapoor is the Consultant Dermatologist & Cosmetic Dermatologist,Institute of Aesthetic Surgery, Apollo Health City, Hyderabad, India
For more details on Dr. Debraj Shome and Dr. Rinky Kapoor, log onto http://www.theestheticclinic.com/
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