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Frequently Asked Questions
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AboutMicro-needling is a non-invasive skin needling medical grade treatment that will help restore and rejuvenate the skin. Micro-needling improves skin tightening and elasticity by reducing wrinkles. Micro-needling will shrink large pores, improve elasticity, pigmentation and minimizing scarring, Downtime 1 – 2 days mild redness Pain Treatment Time 30 minutes (additional 20-30 mins for numbing cream prep).
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How It WorksMicro-needling is done by using a device that penetrates the top layer of skin with micro-needles that pin-point into the deeper layers. The pin-points will cause the body’s natural wound healing response, resulting in new collagen and elastin formation. Skin needling is used to treat concerns on the face, neck and décolletage.
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Treatment Preparation• Avoid tanning and prolonged sun exposure for 14 days before treatment • Numbing cream is applied to treatment area 20-30 minutes before micro-needling • Men is to clean shave before treatment.
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What To Expect?Prior to your first treatment, a consultation is done to assess suitability. After treatment, redness, swelling, sensitivity, tenderness is noted and is usually resolved within 12 to 24 hours.
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ResultsResults are noticed in six weeks due to the time it takes for the body to produce collagen results can last for 3 months.
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Who Is Not SuitableAnyone who is: • Pregnant • Is, or has taken isotretinoin in the past six months • Active cold sores, acne, or any other skin infection • Positive for Hep B, Hep C, or HIV • Has had any laser resurfacing in the last three months • Currently has an infection • Keloid or hypertrophic scarring or wound healing • Has areas of skin that are numb or lack sensation • Has received radiation treatment in the last year • Has a history of post-inflammatory pigmentation
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Post Treatment Care• Avoid vigorous exercise in the first 24 hours • Avoid scrubs and exfoliants for five days post treatment • Avoid botox injectables for the first week • Avoid tanning and prolonged sun exposure 7 days post treatment • Consider taking natural supplements or antiviral medication for prevention if you are prone to cold sores.
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Follow Up And Next StepsTo achieve the best results, an initial course of three treatments every four-six weeks is recommended. Apply sunscreen daily.
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AboutPRP Stands for platelet rich plasma which is blood plasma containing a high concentration of platelets. PRP can help regenerate and revitalize damaged tissue and helps with aging skin fine lines and wrinkles. Downtime 1 – 3 days mild redness Pain Treatment Time 90 minutes.
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How It Works?PRP helps accelerate the process of tissue regeneration and repair which helps produce new collagen, elastin and new blood supply. This process will help accelerate the natural healing process. This treatment is combined with micro-needling.
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At Home Preparation2 days prior to your procedure, we encourage a healthy low fat diet and 3L water intake.
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What To Expect?A blood sample is collected on the day of treatment. The tubes are placed in a centrifuge for 5 minutes. A centrifuge device helps to separate plasma from blood. Ready-to-use PRP is drawn up into the syringe and is now ready for application using our micro-needling device.
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Expected OutcomesPossible bruising at the injection and/or blood collection site is usually resolved within three to five days.
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Who Is Not SuitableRefer to micro-needling Are taking or have taken accutane within the past 3 months There must be a space of 48 hours between treatments.
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ResultsImproves skin tone and texture, tightens skin, and softens lines and pores. Results are seen between 1 to 2 weeks after the treatment session. Treatment results vary depending on your body’s metabolism.
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Post Treatment CareAvoid strenuous exercise for one day after treatment Refer to micro-needling
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Follow Up And Next StepsMaintain follow up appointment and assessment.
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What To Expect?The treatment may involve a gentle exfoliant being applied to your skin before the LED device is placed over the treatment area. The process is comfortable with many clients finding it relaxing and meditative. Warming during the treatment Temporary eye adjustment to color after certain light waves, which is usually resolved within five minutes Mild erythema, which is usually resolved within 30 min
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AboutWe are offering Semaglutide from a pharmacy that uses ingredients that are quality assured through analysis and certification for identification, purity and potency.
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DosingAfter a starting dose of Semaglutide, your dose is advancedto meet your metabolic needs and to mitigate side effects Dosing start at 0.25mg for weeks 1-4. weeks 5-8 dosage is 0.5mg, weeks 9-12 dosage is 1.0mg, weeks 13-16 dosage is 1.7mg and weeks 17-20 dosage is 2.4mg.
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Side EffectsSome patients do not experience any side effects however many experience some form of Gl side effects such as nausea, reflux, and constipation. We have tips and tricks to decrease these side effects, which are usually temporary as your body acclimates to the medication.
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How Much Weight Loss Should I Expect?The average for weight loss using semagutide injections is between 15-18 percent of your body weight. Although individual results may vary.
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How Much Weight Loss Should I Expect?Until now, Semaglutide brand names Ozempic and Wegovy have been very hard to obtain due to cost (between $800-$1600 per month). At Med.ish Laser Spa WeightLoss cost for Semaglutide .
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AboutChemical Peels cause damaged or dead skin to fall away allowing new, smoother and healthy skin to regenerate. Used to treat the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, and legs. We offer a variety of peels in varying degrees of strength. Chemical peels take no more than an hour and can be performed in conjunction with other treatments. Resulting in youthful skin with a healthy glow. Downtime 7 – 10 days Pain Treatment Time 30 minutes.
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How It WorksA chemical solution tailored to your specific needs will be carefully applied and left on for a few minutes Depending on the depth of the peel, you may experience mild stinging/burning to significant discomfort that will be controlled with a local anesthetic and mild sedative The solution will then be neutralized and wiped off
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Treatment PreparationSkin is cleanse with a mild cleanser to prep for treatment. The chemical peel is then applied in thin layers on the area to be treated, avoiding the eye area.
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What To ExpectVariable, ranging from no visible peeling to a light to moderate flaking of skin between days 2-7 after the peel. Increase in breakout may be expected with initial treatments and indicates positive progress. Skin may appear flushed and feel tight for several days, and discolorations may temporarily darken before peeling away.
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Who Is Not SuitablePatients at risk of post inflammatory hyper-pigmentation If you are pregnant or nursing Have history of keloid formation/abnormal scarring Have used certain acne treatments within the past year Are using certain hormone medications
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Results• Intensely hydrate your skin • Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles • Balance your skin tone and fade pigmentation • Control acne and create a smooth texture
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AboutHydraFacial is a medical grade skin resurfacing facial treatment. It is achieved by combining deep cleaning, exfoliation, extractions and an antioxidant infusion. After this treatment the skin is immediately cleaner, clearer and hydrated. The HydraFacial effectively and painlessly removes blackheads and whiteheads to improve acne-prone, oily or congested skin types. The HydraFacial treatment is known to remove dead skin leaving dull and aging skin hydrated. This treatment can be customized to suit your needs, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding Downtime 0 days, skin may be slightly pink after treatment Pain Time 30 minutes dependening on which treatment is selected Treatable Areas Face, Neck, Chest, Back, Bum, Lips, Back of arms & thighs
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What Is The Treatment Preparation?• Avoid tanning and prolonged sun exposure for 72 hours prior • Avoid Botox or dermal filler treatments for at least 14 days before treatment. You can have Botox or dermal filler services done on the same day after the HydraFacial • Do not wax the treatment area 48 hours prior to hydrafacial • Avoid shaving the treatment area on the same day as the HydraFacial treatment. • Avoid using Isotretinoin products such as Accutane for 6 months prior to service. • The use of generic tretinoin or topical Retin-A should be avoided for at least 48 hours prior to service • Do not use any exfoliating or enzymes on the treatment area for 48 hours prior. • Do not apply any medium or deep chemical peels or chemical resurfacing treatments and laser treatments for at least two weeks before receiving HydraFacial • Inform your clinician if you are taking antibiotics, blood-thinners, photosensitive medications. • Inform your clinician if you have an auto-immune disorder
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How It Works?Only HydraFacial uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate. HydraFacial super serums are made with nourishing ingredients that create an instantly gratifying glow in just 3 steps: 𝗖𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗦𝗘 + 𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗟 Uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing. 𝗘𝗫𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧 + 𝗛𝗬𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 Remove debris from pores with painless suction. Nourish with intense moisturizers that quench skin. 𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗘 + 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗧 Saturate the skin’s surface with antioxidants and peptides to maximize your glow.
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What To Expect?Your clinician will consult with you to assess your suitability for HydraFacial and discuss any concerns or questions you may have. The HydraFacial involves the aesthetician using a device that connects to a wand which moves over your desired treatment area. The medical-grade, hydradermabrasion device cleanses, exfoliates and infuses the skin with intensive customized serums.
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Suitable For All Skin TypesHydraFacial is gentle enough for even sensitive skin yet effective enough to deliver powerful and positive changes in your skin. In addItion to improving skin tone, texture and overall skin health HydraFacial also addresses skincare needs such as: • Fine lines + Wrinkles • Even Tone + Vibrancy • Skin Texture • Brown Spots • Oily + Congested Skin • Enlarged Pores
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AboutMicrodermabrasion exfoliates the top layer of skin via a handheld device that contains micro-crystalsDowntime 0 – 1 dayPain Treatment Time 30 minutes.
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How It WorksThis gently resurfaces the skin by shedding dead skin cells and stimulating new cells Microdermabrasion cane be used on the face, neck and décolletage.
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Treatment PreparationAdvise your clinician if you: • Have excessive sun exposure or used a solarium • Use depilatory creams • Have had waxing within the treatment area • Have had laser or IPL treatments within the treatment area • Have had chemical/herbal treatments i.e. AHA peels, enzyme exfoliation therapies
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What is the cost?• Microdermabrasion $119 per treatment/Package of 6 $550 • Microdermabrasion with Enzyme treatment $125 per treatment/ Package of 6 $630 • Microdermabrasion with Chemical Peel $130 per treatment/ Package of 6 $675
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What To ExpectHypersensitivity and/or breakouts and redness, is resolved within one to two days.
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ResultsResults are seen immediately with several treatments recommended initially for optimum results. Results can last up to 30 days.
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Who Is Not SuitableAnyone who has • rosacea • eczema, dermatitis or severe telangiectasia on treatment area • New tattoo on treatmentIs • currently taking or has taken isotretinoin with in the last 3 months • sunburn • Is a long term user of steroids • Has had botox injections within the past week or dermal filler injections within 14 days
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Post Treatment Care• Avoid use of AHA and BHA skincare and scrubs for the first one to two days • Apply SPF 50+ daily
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