Medi-Facials

Facials are perhaps one of the best ways in which anyone can relax and rejuvenate their skin. You would know what I mean when I say we all do eagerly await the soothing experience of a facial after a hectic week.

ABOUT MEDICAL FACIALS

A medical facial follows the same general steps as a classic spa facial, including cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, and hydration. The primary difference between these two treatments is that medical facials are performed in a physician’s office using medical-grade products and tools. The overall results, therefore, appear more effective.

Medical facials are highly customizable and can be tailored to your specific skin needs and concerns. Additional treatment add-ons such a dermaplaning may be incorporated to physically exfoliate the top layer of the skin and enhance the absorption of the chemical peel solution. Medical facials are also an effective complement to in-office treatments such as dermal fillers and laser skin resurfacing. Additional treatments including microcurrent, LED light therapy, ultrasound, intense pulsed light (IPL), radio frequency, or microneedling may also be incorporated.

Since medical facials are highly customizable, they can effectively address a wide spectrum of skin concerns, making them appropriate for nearly everyone. Your skincare professional will work with you to understand your specific skin needs and will recommend a customized medical facial treatment plan.

Although medical facials can easily be customized using a variety of tools and products, there are some conditions that may preclude treatment including use of medications that render skin very sensitive. As with any form of facial treatment, certain active ingredients and modalities such as laser resurfacing should be avoided if you are pregnant or have a heart condition. It is important that you discuss with your skincare professional any allergies, skin sensitivity, underlying conditions, or medications being taken prior to receiving a medical facial.

Depending on the treatments performed, the facial may last 30 minutes to 1 hour.

THE BEST TIME TO GET A MEDICAL FACIAL

When and how often to get a medical facial depends on a variety of factors including skin concerns, desired outcome, and the type of treatment performed. If you are looking to improve chronic acne, you may benefit from a series of medical facials spaced 4-6 weeks apart. If you are seeking quick skin rejuvenation to improve radiance prior to a big event, you may benefit from a single medical facial. However, the results are generally more pronounced after a series of treatments.

Since these facial treatments leverage medical-grade products and tools, it is recommended that they are performed during periods when sun exposure will be limited. This does not necessarily eliminate the summer months, but it is important to be very diligent about sun protection.

What are the different types of facial treatments?

Facials include many different types of skin treatment procedures to help achieve the individual skin goals of my patients. Let me take you through some of the most common brightening facial treatments used.

1. Chemical peels – Chemical peels come in a variety of concentrations and strengths to help gently peel off the top skin layer by effectively tackling the dead cells on the surface of the face. These peels help to diminish signs of aging, eliminate surface scarring, even out pigmentation, and work against active acne. Chemical peels are also super-effective when it comes to treating wrinkles. I offer various types of peels that contain a variety of exotic and tested ingredients for effective skin rejuvenation at Dr. Rashmi Shanker’s Tanus. The most popular peels opted for by my patients include Black peel, Pumpkin peel, Yellow peel, Salicylic peel, Glycolic peel, and TCA peel. Each one has its own purpose. There is usually no downtime required and temporary side effects may include minor redness, skin sensitivity, and tenderness which are completely normal.
2. Microdermabrasion – One of the best facial treatments, microdermabrasion involves the use of tiny crystals to sand away the top layer of dead skin cells from the face, revealing smoother and softer skin underneath. It is one of the best treatments for eliminating acne scars and age spots.
3. Laser facial – A laser facial is useful in helping clear the skin and bring out a glow. Using a combination of lasers – each with their own effect – the dermatologist works on your skin to help bring out its best by getting rid of bacteria and stimulating collagen production. Laser facials can also deal with stubborn spots of hyperpigmentation. The best part is that most laser facials do not take long and can be done in around 15 minutes.
4. JetPeel facial – A non-invasive JetPeel facial combines a liquid, such as water, skin nutrients, and oxygen to create a jet stream of micro-droplets that deeply penetrate the skin. This exfoliates the skin without causing irritation. Once the face has been cleansed, the JetPeel hand-piece delivers a customized solution to treat skin concerns like milia, under eye circles, hyperhidrosis, and blackheads in a concentrated stream.
   JetPeels are highly customizable to each patient’s skin type and needs. They offer a needle-free, no-downtime way of skin treatment that helps to dramatically improve the texture and appearance of the skin. As per the National Centre for Biotechnology Information, JetPeel is a safe and effective skin rejuvenation technique and can be used in conjunction with other techniques like laser resurfacing or chemical peels.
   One of the biggest advantages of JetPeels is that this treatment naturally hydrates and oxygenates the skin while removing all impurities. The treatment improves circulation in the skin and reveals a natural glow. I even recommend an infusion of vitamins to enhance this treatment further.
5. Pumpkin facial – This facial makes use of the gentle, soothing, and tremendously beneficial properties of pumpkin to help bring a healthy glow on your skin. This vegetable is rich in vitamin A, C, zinc, and potassium, which help to fight free radicals and anti-oxidize. It provides vital nutrients to improve your brightness, stimulate collagen growth, and get rid of dead skin cells.I perform Pumpkin Facial at Dr. Rashmi Shanker’s Tanus in Ahmedabad for advanced exfoliation and deep moisturization. This seven-step facial treatment takes about only 45 minutes and makes use of crystal-free hydradermabrasion to remove dead skill cells and infuse and bath the skin with water.
6. Vampire / PRP facial – This is another facial that is favored by elite clients. Vampire facial consists of microdermabrasion followed by a PRP treatment. In PRP, the patient’s blood platelet-rich plasma is applied on the skin. This plasma has growth factors, which encourage the development of new skin cells and promote healing.
7. Tanus Gold facial – A gold facial follows the standard steps of cleansing and exfoliation with the added advantage of a gold face mask. While this type of facial is quite expensive, it is worth the price, as gold is an antioxidant that leaves your skin healthy, glowing, and free from sun damage.
8. Photodynamic light facial – This treatment uses a source of light and a photosensitizing molecule to treat a variety of skin problems including acne.
9. Skin tightening Laser facial – This treatment uses a source of laser light and a photosensitizing molecule to treat a ageing and lax/ sagging skin.
10. Oil Control Facial- Oily skin is a problem for many. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you can treat it well. Through this, the oil traces on your skin will be zapped, the pores will be unclogged, and impurities that cause acne will be removed as well. This facial uses botanical extracts like Kudzu, Chamomile Flower, and Burdock Root extracts to reduce oil levels and manual exfoliation with Vanilla exfoliating jelly containing Alginate. This extensive regimen is concluded using Purifying Algin and Seaweed mask, which seals and tightens the pores to give a matte finish.
11. Youth Fill Facial – Aging is the reason for stress for many, and this stress only paces the aging process. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you can be sure of the quality and intensive anti-aging procedure. It uses the anti-oxidant & regenerative properties of Argan oil to increase the renewal of your skin cells. A Marine-origin Wrinkle-free concentrate and Okra follow this extracts mask that leaves your skin looking young.
12. Ultra-Detox Facial – In day-to-day activities, no matter how careful and alert we remain, our skin can contact impurities. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you can relax your senses and detoxify your skin off the impurities. This is an intensive indulgent massage with an infusion of Mulberry extracts, earthy Neroli, and fruity Patcholi. This provides your skin with a natural glow and regular detox facial, which will improve the ‘life’ of your skin.
13. Hydration Restore Facial – Having dry skin can also make your skin vulnerable to different issues. Also, it can be taken as a sign of dehydration for you. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you will have an effective and quality procedure to take care of your dry skin. The procedure comprises an intense massage with Hydra Nourishing Massage Cream, followed by an Ultra Hydration mask containing regenerative properties of Antox Vit C Serum, which restores freshness and moisture to your skin. Regular use of this facial will help restore hydration to your face with minimal aids in the long run.
14. De-tan Facial – Going out under the sun might have damaged your skin. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you can be free of all the damage by the sun and get your skin to glow back and feel healthier. This will not only undo the effects inflicted by regular exposure to the sun but also helps in skin lightening and de-tanning. A deep exfoliation with Vitamin C and an active BioWhite mask helps you maintain your complexion and natural beauty.
15. Balance Restore Facial – Your skin needs to be attended from time-to-time to ensure its health. With this Tanus’ Medi-Facial, you’ll restore the skin’s natural healthy balance with the soothing properties of Grape Fruit seed extracts and Tea Tree oil. It leaves behind a purified, radiant, and glowing skin. This facial is very effective for people with combination skin.

Conclusion

It can be safely said that brightening facial treatments can really transform your skin. The key to getting your best skin possible is working together with your dermatologist and attending all recommended follow-up sessions. Consult with a certified dermatologist for facial treatments that leave your skin healthy and happy.

Jet Therapy Skin Rejuvenation

Painless Skin Care

Jet Technology is a non-invasive, painless, and relaxing skin care treatment.  It is unique, and delivers outstanding skin rejuvenating results.  This medical-grade facial treatment uses highly pressure air, oxygen, and CO2 to gently remove the superficial layers of dead skin, and then to sub-dermally deliver vitamins, nutrients, moisturisers, and therapeutic agents… all without needles!

Jet Technology can be used for painless cleansing and exfoliation, or to treat a variety of skin conditions such as acne, hyper-pigmentation, rosacea, psoriasis, scarring, or alopecia.  It is suitable for all skin types and can be used all over the body and face.

If you regularly care for the grooming of your hair and nails, why not do the same to have younger looking, radiant skin?

How does Jet Therapy work?

Using air to accelerate micro droplets of water and therapeutic agents to high velocities, Jet Technology cleans the surface of the skin, and delivers revatilizing treatments through micro tunnels in the dermis. Through gentle cleansing, the process unclogs the pores and removes debris that naturally builds up in the skin. It also massages, and increases blood circulation. This rejuvenates the skin, and makes it look younger. An appointment takes 45 to 60 minutes, and there is no post treatment downtime. Make up can be applied immediately, so Jet Technology is perfect before a night out or a big event!

What does Jet Therapy feel like?

A unique hand-piece allows your skin to be “pressure washed” with special solution and air without touching it. The jet feels cool and soothing, and overall it is pleasantly refreshing.