Many people would rather hunker down during winter than brave their face; however with these treatments you’ll have amazing looking skin in no time. A sign of chilly weather ahead means it’s the ideal time to venture into the world of face treatments, from the anti-aging, to the radiance-inducing and beyond. Read on to hear more about treatments from About Face Ltd, , and .
(Pictured left: The Face Place, DermaFrace)
About Face – Clear + Brilliant
Think: Anti-ageing, radiance-boosting, clearing
What is it?
About Face’s Clear + Brilliant treatment, recent winner of the best face treatment at the Best in Beauty awards, is all about putting the glow back into your skin. When it’s chilly, moisture can be zapped from the skin, resulting in a dull, lacklustre complexion. If you’re lacking that youthful glow, it might be time to think about investing in this skin rejuvenating treatment that also erases wrinkles around the eyes, reduces pore size and acne scarring and evens out skin colour. It’s a great choice if you want to rejuvenate and clear your skin, help slow signs of ageing and maintain an amazing glow to your face. Perfect for those aged 30 to 45 and noticing the first signs of ageing.
How does it work?
This treatment uses fractionated laser technology with half the strength of Fraxel and four times the anti-ageing results of IPL. During treatment, most clients say they experience an increased sensation of heat. Use of a topical anaesthetic ointment before the procedure, and a cooling gel or cooling packs after, means you don’t have to worry about being uncomfortable.
Single treatments are $399, or alternatively have four treatments over around a four-month period with the ‘Forever Young’ package for $1,500.
The Face Place - DermaFrac
Think: Firming and plumping, smoothing, glow-inducing
What is it?
The Face Place’s latest treatment firms, plumps and smoothes the skin, which will have you feeling like a new woman. The skin is overturned as collagen production is stimulated and cells renewed. We all know the cold can be a nuisance to ageing skin with loss of moisture, but luckily this treatment helps give you a glowy, healthy complexion. As well as the face, DermaFrac can also be used to treat the lips and close to the eyes, unlike many other treatments. A skin therapist will also tailor a treatment plan to every individual’s concerns – you can choose form a selection of treatment solutions including Hydrate, Rejuvenate, Growth Factor Complex and Lighten Solution.
How does it work?
The Face Place’s custom serums, including essential nutrients, are delivered using pain-free micro-needling technology. The DermaFrac roller contains superfine needles and a suction component to deliver high-grade active ingredients to the dermal layer of the skin. This treatment takes 60 minutes.
Hydrating Serum, Rejuvenation Serum or Lightening Serum costs $280 per treatment (or $1512 for a course of 6 treatments).
Growth Factors Serum costs $320 per treatment (or $1728 for a course of 6 treatments).
DMK (Danné Montague-King) – Enzyme Therapy
Think: Protecting, rebuilding, sensitive skin
What is it?
DMK’s Enzyme Therapy is renowned for its concept of removing, rebuilding, protecting and maintaining skin. It can be easy to feel low in winter, but this treatment is perfect for a complexion refresh as it removes dead skin cells and toxins from the skin. This treatment gets right into the skin and helps recreate the ideal environment for healthy skin to thrive. Ingredients Proline, Lysine and Glysine make up the bulk of the treatment which have been shown to improve wrinkles, fine lines, skin firmness, redness and reduce skin blotchiness. Copper peptides complex also helps to strengthen and increase tissue repair and regeneration.
How does it work?
Skin is strengthened through a process called ‘reverse osmosis’ where enzymes restore normal skin function. This process is particularly good for those with sensitive skin. Enzymes aid in helping remove dead skin cells, while fresh blood and nutrients are flushed throughout the skin network.
Costs $180
Caci - Microdermabrasion
Think: Resurfacing, brightening, de-congesting
What is it?
Caci’s most popular treatment produces the fresh, glowing skin that we’re always after. Microdermabrasion is an advanced resurfacing treatment that removes dead skin cells for improved skin texture and helps to clear blocked pores and congested skin. It also stimulates collagen production, resulting in a fresh-looking, plump complexion. If you’ve suffered with scarring, it can also help the appearance of minor acne marks. It’s a great gateway treatment to prep the skin for more advanced treatments like Photo Rejuvenation, Fractional laser and dermal rolling.
How does it work?
From the moment you close your eyes at the beginning of the 30 minute treatment, you’ll have time to relax and feel refreshed. As microdermabrasion treatments are non-invasive, most skin types are suitable for the treatment. You can expect a gentle scratch; most clients find the treatment comfortable and not painful at all.
For best results, Caci recommends a course of treatments on their Skin Health Plan; starting from only $25 per week.
