Skin Resurfacing Treatments

Dermalogica AHA Skin Resurfacing Treatment

This Skin Resurfacing Treatment is considered a mild to moderate treatment used for thick, coarse, sun-damaged, and/or prematurely aging skin. This powerful exfoliant contains skin smoothing ingredients including lactic acid, peptides and enzymes combined with soothing extracts to provide an amazing glow to the skin. Slight tingling, mild itching or some temporary skin redness are normal reactions to this highly active exfoliant. Minimal peeling of the skin may occur within 3-5 days of treatment. It is critical for clients to use sunscreen and to limit sun exposure for at least one week post treatment. (This is Michelle’s Favourite!)

Consultation

A free consultation to discuss skin preparation, complications and whether this treatment is suitable for you is a MUST, before treatment can begin. A specific skin care regime will be recommended to you at your initial consultation.

Dermalogica AHA Skin Resurfacing Treatment 45 min| $85

Beauty Tip: For even better results Dermalogica AHA Skin Resurfacing Treatments should be done once per week for six weeks. Your Skin Care Therapist can recommend the best time frame for you.

Contraindications for Skin Resurfacing Treatments:

If skin is sensitive, sunburned, irritated or within 72 hours of waxing or using other depilatory agents (ie: nair).

Clients using Retin-A, Adapalene, or any medically prescribed exfoliating product must discontinue use for at least two weeks before undergoing any form of Skin Resurfacing Treatment.

Clients who are taking Accutane, or have taken Accutane in the last 6 months should not receive any form of Skin Resurfacing Treatment.

The Skin Resurfacing Treatments we use have ingredients that make skin extremely sensitive to sunlight. It is essential for clients to use sunscreen and limit sun exposure for a period of at least one week after treatment.

People who are not candidates for Skin Resurfacing Treatments:

• Pregnant or Breast Feeding
• Have Herpes
• Are immune impaired
• Have had problems with atypical scaring in the past (keloid, etc)
• Persons with open lesions on the area to be treated
• Have had recent radioactive or chemotherapy treatments. (Please talk to your doctor about how long you should wait post these types of therapies)
• Are currently taking or have recently finished Antibiotics.
• Persons who will continue to have  excessive exposure to sunlight (ie. Persons who work outdoors)
• Have had any type of recent facial surgery (your doctor can recommend a safe time frame for you)