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December 2007 Newsletter
Happy Holidays !
This month we want to share information with you about the latest in anti-aging treatments. The first is Pearl, one of the most exciting laser treatments every developed. The second is 3D Skin Rejuvenation™ for noticeably improved skin tone, texture and tightness; plus you will find information about laser hair removal, treatment of veins on the legs and face, and fractional resurfacing.
You'll find twelve holiday gift ideas from Phases™ - our skin care and laser center.
Finally, in this edition of our EGroup newsletter, you will learn about two new products from SkinCeuticals that will help repair and moisturize your skin.
Have a safe and happy holiday season. We wish you peace, health and joy in the coming year.
The Cutera Pearl Laser Is Here!
Pearl, by Cutera, uses pulses of light to treat fine lines on the face and neck, uneven skin texture, and light and dark spots caused by sun damage. It is the "one laser to choose" to renew your skin's surface with quick, visible results.
During a Pearl treatment a portion of the skin's surface is gently removed and a natural protective dressing is formed on the skin surface. After three or four days, the protective dressing peels off, revealing new, healthy, vibrant skin. Even after treatment, new collagen growth continues for four to six weeks, decreasing fine lines and wrinkles. Pearl treats the entire face. Typically only one or two treatments are necessary. You can read more about Pearl on our Web site. Get a coupon good for $100 OFF your first Pearl treatment from the Cutera Web site. This coupon cannot be used with any other offers or for clinical study patients. To schedule a consultation to see if Pearl is for you, call Phases at 317-848-8101.
In the before and after photos of an actual patient below, you will see a significant reduction in brown spots and discoloration of the skin caused by sun damage. Notice the patient's more youthful and refreshed look.
Before
After
Epidermal Repair & Hydrating Masque
SkinCeuticals offers two products especially helpful for dehydrated or stressed skin following laser resurfacing and other cosmetic procedures. Both products are available at Phases.
Epidermal Repair is specifically made for skin that is compromised by procedures ranging from microdermabrasion to laser resurfacing, as well as skin sensitized by retinoid therapy or environmental factors. This treatment provides a protective veil for traumatized skin while encouraging the biological processes needed to restore the skin's barrier. Epidermal Repair greatly reduces redness and soothes irritated skin following rejuvenation procedures.
Hydrating B5 Masque is a highly concentrated masque that infuses dehydrated and stressed skin with optimal amounts of hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to restore depleted moisture levels.
The 12 Gifts of Christmas
Here are twelve gift ideas for the people on your shopping list. These and many other items are available at Phases.
- Signature Facial for Her - $75
- Executive Facial for Him - $75
- Eyebrow Tint - $15
- Eyelash Tint - $15
- One-Hour Hot Stone Massage - $65
- Make-Up Lesson - $45
- LimeLight IPL Facial - $300
- Lipstick & Lipliner Set - $34
- Archipelago Shower Set - $10
- Eyebrow Shaping - $15
- One Vibradermabrasion Treatment & Paddles - $170
- Complete Set of Skin Care Products - $300
Call Phases at 317-848-8101 or stop by today to pick up gift items or to get your gift certificates.
3D Skin Rejuvenation™
Some of us have redness, unsightly small veins and age spots. Others have large pores, fine lines and wrinkles or lax skin. 3D Skin Rejuvenation, or the 3-layer facial, uses Laser Genesis, LimeLight Facial and Titan to improve skin tone, texture and tightness by treating all three layers of the skin. The cutaway drawing below illustrates the layers of skin treated by 3D Skin Rejuvenation.
The LimeLight Facial uses intense pulsed light to improve skin tone and surface imperfections like tiny veins, redness, freckles and sun damage. Laser Genesis uses a laser to heat the upper dermis below your skin's surface to soften fine lines and wrinkles, shrink pores and decrease redness as well as stimulate collagen growth. Titan uses infrared light to heat tissue in the deep dermis and tighten, tone and lift sagging, loose skin; improve skin tone and texture; and stimulate collagen production. You can read more about these three treatments and see photographs on our Web site and you can go here to download a brochure.
Each patient is different, but most require between two and six treatments. Immediate results are seen by some patients, but typically you will see results in two to four weeks and improvements will continue for several months.
Call Phases today for details and to schedule an appointment at 317-848-8101.
CoolGlide™ Laser Hair Removal
CoolGlide Laser Hair Removal is for men and women of all skin types and tones, including men and women of color, and can be used safely and effectively year-round. Even if you still have a suntan, CoolGlide will work for you. Most areas require three to six treatments. The number of treatments depends on hair thickness, the area treated and your hair's growing cycle. Not all hairs grow at the same time and actually go through three phases: growth, regression and resting. CoolGlide works on the hair that is in the active growth phase and is effective on the upper lip, chin, legs, arms, bikini line, back, chest, abdomen and other body areas.
Go here to learn more about laser hair removal at Phases or call our office at 317-848-8101 for an appointment.
Palomar Fractional Resurfacing
Palomar Laser Light treatment is technology that uses fractional resurfacing to reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes and mouth and for treating acne scarring. Patients can expect a series of three to five treatments over a period of weeks to resolve most problems. Results are immediate and progressive. Over time, new collagen begins to form, creating younger and healthier looking skin. Fractional resurfacing is designed to zero in on damaged tissue. The treatment delivers an array of laser microbeams to the skin that penetrate into the dermis and start the formation of new tissue.
The fractional resurfacing treatment involves minimal discomfort and downtime without the redness associated with other skin resurfacing technologies. Following treatment the use of sunscreen is important. Call Phases today to schedule a consultation at 317-848-8101 or read more on our Web site.
Eye area before and after Palomar Fractional Resurfacing.
Photos courtesy of Palomar Medical
The YAG Laser for Vein Treatment
The CoolGlide Excel YAG Laser 1064 leads the way in providing clinically effective treatments for veins on the face and the legs without painful injections! This system can target many more types of veins than any other laser vein removal system and can be used on all skin tones! This laser can:
- Reduce or remove tiny spider veins on the face and legs
- Reduce or remove larger and deeper veins on the legs including varicose vein
Most people say that most of the veins that are treated have improved quite a bit within 2-6 weeks. The improvement continues over time and the final result may not be fully visible for several months. Go here to read more about the YAG laser or call Phases at 317-848-8101 to schedule an appointment.