Skin & Face
Freckles
Freckles are small spots on your skin that range in color from red to brown.
Causes
- Overproduction of melanin
- Sun Exposure
- Genetics
Indications
- Small flat spots are usually found on sun-exposed body areas like the face, neck, back, upper chest, hands, and arms.
Treatments
- Chemical Peel
- PRP
How does it work & Benefits
It is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure, used to improve the appearance of the skin in general and eliminate wrinkles. It works on peeling the outer layers of the skin and renewing skin cells by applying a combination of several chemicals and acids to the area to be peeled in varying degrees
Benefits:
- Treating acne and acne scars.
- Elimination of dark spots and dark circles
- Treatment of minor and medium wrinkles
- Treating irregular skin color
- Treating damage caused by exposure to sunlight
Pre & Post
• Avoid exfoliating and laser treatments for at least 5 – 7 days
• Avoid tanning 1 week before the procedure.
• Do not use any waxing or hair removal creams 7 – 10 days before treatment
• Avoid using homecare that contains acids or whitening.
• Do not wash your face for at least 4 hours after treatments.
• Avoid scrubbing your face. Use a mild facial wash and pat gently dry.
• Avoid waxing facial hair for 7 days after treatment.
• Avoid direct sunlight for at least 1 week and use sunblock with SPF 50 or greater.
FAQ
Depending on the case and the type of peel used
Average from four to six months but could last longer depending on the type of peel
Side Effects
- Treated skin will be red
- Dryness and mild irritation will be noticed
- Gradual peeling is expected
How does it work & Benefits
PRP is a thick liquid with concentrated platelets of pure plasma, rich in growth factors. Made from your drawn blood.
- Wound healing
- Increasing skin elasticity
- Repair damaged tissues and intracellular injuries
- No risk of allergic reactions when using it
Pre & Post
• Applying Cream Products before at least 2-3 days should be avoided
• Alcoholic take should be avoided
• Vitamin E & Ginko Biloba intake should be avoided
• Painkillers intake should be avoided
• Pregnant\Breast feeding women aren’t recommended to do this procedure
• Touching treated areas should be avoided to minimize the risk of infection
• Do not wash your face or apply any product for 6 hours after the procedure
• Sun Exposure should be avoided
• Waxing &Bleaching should be avoided for 5 days
• Swimming should be avoided for a few days
FAQ
Results can be seen after one treatment, but generally, 2‐3 sessions are recommended, but some cases need more sessions.
PRP’s results are long-lasting (several years) especially with a healthy lifestyle and good skincare routine.
Side Effects
- Mild to moderate swelling
- Redness