Facial Rejuvenation Consultation

What skin concerns can facial rejuvenation address?

Facial rejuvenation consultations take a holistic approach by assessing numerous skin aspects of skin health and ageing, whether they are caused by age, sun damage, or other forms of environmental damage. The most common effects of ageing on the face that facial rejuvenation treatments address include:

• Facial volume loss
• Skin laxity
• Facial expression line formation, including frown lines and forehead lines
• Uneven skin tone
• Skin wrinkles
• Skin pigmentation and brown spots
• The formation of visible blood vessels

Facial rejuvenation treatments

Dermal volume

When planning a facial rejuvenation treatment, consider the volume within the skin layers, particularly the dermal layer. This layer contains collagen and elastin, which provide structure to your skin. As you age, collagen production decreases, leading to volume loss. Therefore, treatments should address existing dermal volume loss and promote collagen production to counteract the effects of ageing on the skin.

Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Skin Rejuvenation

IPL skin rejuvenation targets several skin concerns that arise due to ageing and environmental factors alike. By directing IPL light energy into the targeted area, the skin is encouraged to produce more collagen and elastin. This reduces the appearance of wrinkles, as well as unwanted pigmentation, or redness. It can also provide firmer skin and brighten your complexion, depending on the skin concern you are targeting.

Laser

There are multiple types of laser resurfacing and skin rejuvenation treatments available to choose from, each providing different results depending on the issue you wish to address. Your practitioner can advise you on the best option for your skin and desired results.

Co2 Laser

The carbon dioxide laser can be used to help tighten the skin and improve its overall texture, including acne scarring with deep treatment.

The heat energy imparted on the skin by this laser causes contraction of the collagen fibres, which leads to skin tightening or ‘shrinkage’. This is particularly evident in the eyelid skin (upper and lower), where an improvement in upper eyelid droop and a general tightening of the lower eyelid is seen after treatment.

The results of a Co2 laser treatment work to remove concerns like fine lines and brown marks. It may be better suited to those who want to opt for a non-surgical overall face resurfacing treatment. The laser removes a very fine layer of the skin, which encourages it to regenerate with fewer wrinkles and less pigmentation. This laser resurfacing treatment has significant downtime, approximately two weeks, at which time you will be able to use mineral makeup. The healing will continue over the following months.

Erbium Laser

A milder laser treatment option than Co2 laser, better suited to those who want less downtime after a procedure, the Erbium laser exfoliates the topmost layers of your facial skin. By removing only the top layers, skin concerns like dead skin cells, sun damage and pigmentation are minimised.

When used in conjunction with the Co2 laser, lines and wrinkles can also be reduced in appearance. Treatment with the Erbium laser causes skin peeling to begin within a few days following treatment.

Ruby Laser

The reduction of skin pigmentation is the main focus of the Ruby laser, with sun damage and freckles being broken down and removed from the body through short light pulses. Particular colours within the skin attract different wavelengths of the laser, allowing for specific areas to be targeted for treatment.

Gemini Laser

The Gemini Laser is versatile in its use in rejuvenating skin that is dealing with both vascular and pigmentary skin concerns. Broken capillaries, rosacea and port wine stains located on the face can be broken down through laser targeting, removing redness from the skin. The Gemini laser can also address pigmentation concerns like freckles and dark spots, however other lasers and treatments are usually preferred for pigmentation.

Fraxel Laser

The Fraxel laser, 1927 nm wavelength, is a laser used to address pigmentation such as sun damage, freckles and hyperpigmentation. The treatment requires approximately 7 to 10 days of downtime.

New collagen and elastin production is stimulated during the healing process, encouraging new skin growth with minimal downtime and without damaging the topmost layers of skin.

EXION RF needling

EXION RF needling is a skin rejuvenation treatment that combines radiofrequency energy delivered using AI technology with microneedling to enhance skin texture, firmness, and overall appearance. This procedure works by delivering controlled RF energy deep into the skin through fine microneedles, stimulating collagen and elastin production. The dual action of microneedling and radiofrequency energy not only promotes skin tightening but also addresses concerns such as wrinkles, acne scars, and skin laxity. RF microneedling is suitable for all skin types, making it an effective option for those seeking a non-surgical solution to address a few skin concerns.

EXION Face

EXION Face significantly boosts hyaluronic acid levels in the skin by up to 224%, while also enhancing overall skin health by promoting the natural production of collagen and elastin. By combining monopolar radiofrequency (RF) with targeted ultrasound, Exion Face delivers more effective results in skin tightening and rejuvenation than either technology alone. This dual-action approach maximises treatment efficacy, providing superior skin rejuvenation and tightening compared to traditional methods.

Skincare

While in-clinic treatments can be performed, supporting treatments by using skin care with the appropriate active ingredients can help support your in-clinic outcomes.

With UV exposure contributing to many skin conditions such as premature ageing and pigmentation, we recommend daily application of sunscreen to protect the skin from damaging UV rays.

For those wanting to brighten the skin, consider including some Vitamin C creams, or Vitamin C serums to even skin tone. Vitamin C also assists with collagen production.

Skincare containing retinol, or vitamin A, is suitable for most skin types and is recommended to support anti-ageing treatments, preventative treatments and pigmentation.

Including skincare containing niacinamide and other serums for pigmentation in your daily skincare routine can help support the effectiveness of facial rejuvenation treatments targeting pigmentation.

FAQs

Is facial rejuvenation the same as face lift?

Although a face lift is a type of facial rejuvenation, it is a surgical one that tightens and removes skin on the face and neck. In contrast, facial rejuvenation is an umbrella term for non-surgical treatments to treat cosmetic skin concerns.

How long does facial rejuvenation last?

The duration of results from facial rejuvenation treatments varies based on the specific type of treatment and the severity of any skin conditions being treated. After discussing your treatment plan during the consultation, your practitioner will provide an estimate of how long the results are expected to last.

At what age should you start skin rejuvenation?

Last updated November 2024