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Botox®
What
is Botox?
A natural purified protein produced by Clostridium botulinum
bacterium.
Is
it dangerous?
No. It is a purified form of the protein and is injected in
very small amounts so there is virtually no risk.
How
does it work?
It is injected into a muscle to temporarily paralyze the muscle
to prevent movement and assist wrinkle reduction. It is the
repeated movement of muscles that causes wrinkles so by preventing
movement it helps reduce or soften wrinkles.
Is
there any pre-treatment?
You need to not take any medications with aspirin, ibuprofen
and/or Vitamin E in them for 1 week prior to treatment. This
will decrease the bruising at the injection site.
Is
there any post treatment?
You will need to keep your head up for 4 hours after treatment,
but that is it.
Does
it hurt?
There is very minimal discomfort, no local or topical anesthesia
is necessary.
Laser Hair Removal
Is
it permanent?
It is permanent hair reduction. Every person is different,
therefore we can't promise complete hair removal but most
experience 50-90% permanent hair reduction. Maintenance sessions
may be necessary in some cases.
Is
there any pretreatment?
You can not pluck, wax, use a depilatory or have electrolysis
in the areas you want to treat for 6 weeks prior to laser
hair removal. Do not tan the areas for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid using self-tanning products for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
What
post treatment is necessary?
You will need to wear sunscreen regularly during your laser
treatment package and for 6 weeks after completing your packages.
Avoid irritants for seven days after treatment.
Does
it hurt?
There is minimal discomfort. It feels like a rubber band snap.
Topical anesthesia can be used for areas that are more sensitive.
Corrective ACNE Treatment and Chemical Peels
How
do they work?
Salicylic Acid and/or Glycolic acids are used to remove the
dead skin cells, improve skin texture, fine lines and overall
appearance of the skin.
Are
they painful?
There maybe mild discomfort with some of the stronger peels.
Most guests say there is a stinging or itching sensation depending
on the type of peel you are having.
Is
there any pretreatment necessary?
No.
Is
there any post treatment necessary?
Use of sun block is recommended. There will be some mild peeling
or redness after the treatment. A home care regimen will be
explained to you to follow to maintain the benefits of the
treatments.
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