Common Skincare Treatments at a Medical Spa

In today's fast-paced world, self-care has become a priority, accompanied by a desire for glowing, healthy skin. While it is important to maintain a consistent skincare routine, you may need help to address specific concerns or achieve your desired results. Medical spas offer a fusion of medical treatments and relaxation, providing a range of advanced skincare treatments.

Common skincare treatments at a medical spa

Chemical peels

Chemical peels are a type of skin rejuvenation treatment that helps patients melt away blemishes, scars, and other skin concerns. The practitioner applies a chemical solution (peel) to the patient's face, allowing it to wear away the damaged skin layers to reveal a new complexion. It improves skin texture and tone, revives youthfulness, and leaves one's face feeling healthy and smooth.

There are three types of chemical peels. The chemical peel chosen depends on the patient's skin type and treatment goals. Their potency ranges from mild to intense.

• AHA. This is the least invasive chemical peel with the shortest recovery time. They can help in daily skincare to target wrinkles, pigmentation issues, and dry skin.
• TCA. TCA chemical peels combat fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven pigmentation. It is important to avoid sun exposure after a TCA peel as it can damage the newly forming skin layers.
• Phenol. Phenol peels are the strongest type of chemical solution. These chemical peels can treat facial wrinkles, sun-damaged skin, or pre-cancerous growth. Only an experienced skin care professional should apply a phenol peel as it can cause scars if improperly used.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive procedure that uses tiny exfoliating crystals or a diamond-tipped wand to gently remove dead skin cells and promote cell turnover. This treatment can improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and even out skin tone. It is a popular choice at medical spas for those seeking a quick yet effective skincare treatment without the downtime associated with more intensive treatments.

Laser skin resurfacing

Laser skin resurfacing is a facial rejuvenation procedure that uses a laser to improve a patient's appearance or treat minor cosmetic concerns. The treatment delivers controlled laser energy to target areas, stimulating collagen production and the skin's natural healing response. Through a series of sessions, patients can see remarkable improvements in their skin tone, texture, and overall appearance.

Botox and dermal fillers

Medical spas often provide treatments like Botox® and dermal fillers for patients looking to combat the signs of aging. Botox injections temporarily relax facial muscles that cause wrinkles and can smooth out crow's feet, forehead lines, and frown lines. In contrast, dermal fillers plump up areas that lose volume due to age, such as cheeks and lips. These treatments offer quick and natural-looking results without the need for invasive surgeries.

Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy

Also known as photorejuvenation, intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is a skincare treatment targeting various cosmetic concerns. Some of the most common uses of IPL are sun damage, age spots, and redness. The procedure involves emitting intense pulses of light onto the patient's skin, stimulating collagen production and causing pigmentation irregularities over several treatment sessions.