1. ACNE TREATMENT:
Acne is a disorder of Pilosebaceous unit arising commonly during adolescence but can also occur in adult age group. It occurs as Comedones, Papules, Pustules, Nodules, and Cysts due to psychological stress. Acne leads to pigmentation and scarring. So treating acne early and aggressively is important to minimise scarring.


Available Treatment options:
• Topical Gels
• Oral Medications
• Chemical Peeling
• CryoTherapy
• Lasers and Light Therapy
• MesoBotox


a. ACNE SCAR MANAGEMENT:
Scarring occurs early and may affect upto 95 % of acne patients.


Types of Acne Scars:
• Depressed or Atrophic Scars
• Elevated Scars
• Icepick Scar
• Rolling Scar
• Boxcar

Treatment plans:
• Dermabrasion
• Subcision
• Punch Elevation
• Punch Excision
• Fillers
• Lasers



2. BOTOX:
Botox cosmetic injections are used to address signs of aging, where a protein made from Botulinum toxin is used for relaxing muscles to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It is an injection procedure with a fine 31 gauge needles into the superficial facial muscles. Usually anesthesia is not required. There is no downtime. Injection pain is very minimal less than a mosquito bite. Treatment time is 15 to 30 minutes depending on the client’s requirement.


Benefits:
• Forehead Lines
• Frown Lines
• Crow’s Feet
• Bunny Lines
• Facial Slimming
• Hyperhidrosis

3. CHEMICAL PEELING:
Chemical Peel – exfoliates the damaged upper layers of the skin and helps to eliminate the melanin buildup and allows healthy tissue to appear on the surface.Though it is called as Chemical Peeling most of the times it is done with fruit acids derived from Apple, Sugarcane, Grapes etc. It is done for Pimples, Pigmentation and Wrinkles.

It is a lunch time procedure which lasts for 3 to 5 minutes only and it allows the person to go to work immediately after using sunscreen. Types of Peeling are chosen depending on the Skin type and desired result.


Type of Peeling:
• Superficial
• Medium
• Deep

Uses of Chemical Peels:
• Pimples
• Scarring
• Skin Texture Improvement
• Colour Improvement
• Pigmentation like
        a. Melasma
        b. Freckles
        c. Sun Spots
        d. Age Spots
• Fine Lines
• Wrinkles
BEFORE: POST-PROCEDURE: AFTER:

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4. CRYOTHERAPY:
Cryotherapy is done using liquid nitrogen. It is a safer and easier way of treating various skin issues like wart especially genital wart. This modality of treatment is safe to the extent that it can be used even during pregnancy and in children. It is done using a Cryogun .The spraying technique which is used has very minimal adverse effects.


Treatment for the below issues:
• Actinic Keratosis
• Acne Scars
• Corn
• Molluscum Contagiosum
• Milia
• Skin Tag
• Seborrhoeic Keratosis
• Wart and Genital Wart



5. DERMA-ROLLER TREATMENT:
It is done for Acne Scars and Hair Growth Treatment. The procedure is done after applying local anaesthetic cream. Treatment time may vary from 1 to 1.5 hours depending upon individual skin condition.


Treatment for the below issues:
• Acne Scars
• Chicken Pox Scars
• Stretch Marks
• Hair Loss

Benefits:
• Less Downtime
• Cost Effective
• All Skin types can be treated



6. ELECTROSURGERY:
This procedure has been proved to be very useful tool in treating various skin issues at a cheaper and affordable price. It is a painless treatment with no bleeding and suturing. Many skin conditions can be treated with this procedure.

Treatment for the below issues:
• Moles
• Skin Tags
• Wart
• Corn
• DPN
• Seborrheic Keratosis
• Molluscum Contagiosum
• Acne Scars



7. FILLERS:
Dermal fillers work by boosting the skin’s supply of hyaluronic acid, revitalise and add volume to the skin, instantly diminishes the appearance of lines and wrinkles, and gives a natural softer look.

Treatment for the below issues:
• Hollow Eyes
• Under-Eye Bags
• Dark Circles
• Nasolabial Fold
• Cheek Augmentation
• Lip Augmentation
• Chin Augmentation
• Soften Depressed Scars

8. IONTOPHORESIS:
It is a commonly used procedure to reduce excessive sweating over the palms and soles, in which electrical current is passed through skin soaked in tap water. Iontophoresis allows transdermal delivery of drugs so it can be used for hair re-growth and also facial rejuvenation.

Benefits:


• Palmoplantar Hyperhidrosis
• Hair Growth
• Face Rejuvenation


9. LASERS AND LIGHT THERAPY:
These laser services are beneficial for unwanted Hair Reduction, Acne Scars, Skin Tightening, Tattoo Removal, Oily Skin, Melasma and other pigmentation disorders.

Types of Treatments:
• Q Switched
• Diode Laser
• Microneedling Radio-Frequency
• E Two Laser
• Laser Toning
• Laser Photofacial




10. MESOBOTOX:
Meso-Botox or Micro-Botox is different from Botox in which diluted injections are administered superficially into the skin and not into the muscle after applying local anaesthetic cream for 45 minutes. It gives instant glow to the skin. It is one of the favorite procedure amongst brides, socialites and public speakers.

Treatment for the below issues:
• Oily Skin
• Acne
• Rosacea
• Open Pores
• Dull Skin
• For Brides, Bridegroom before Wedding

Benefits:
• No Downtime
• No Frozen Look
• Instant Glow
• Long Lasting Effect



11. MESOTHERAPY:
Mesotherapy is a painless procedure where, injecting US – FDA approved vitamins, minerals, amino acids and medications into the middle layer of the skin. It is done in multiple sessions either once in a week or once in two weeks for 6 to 12 months. Medications used for hair are Biotin, Dexpanthenol, Gingko Biloba and Minoxidil.

Treatment for the below issues:
• Chronic Telogen Effluvium
• Female Pattern Hair Loss
• Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

Benefits:
• Less dosage of medications used
• No side effects
• Cost effective
• Relatively painless procedure



12. MESOLIFT:
It is a non-surgical injection technique either for toning the skin or hair re-growth.

Mesolift for Skin:

Infusion of proteins, vitamins and antioxidants into the skin makes it more radiant and youthful. It causes rejuvenation of the skin.

Mesolift for Hair:

Medications that are used topically are injected into the scalp for hair re-growth.

Treatment for the below issues:
• Dull Skin
• Aging Skin
• Uneven Skin tone
• Severe Hair Fall



13. MICRODERMABRASION (Skin Polishing):
Skin Polishing can be done with aluminium oxide crystals or diamond tip. It is a safer procedure with no downtime. It removes the top dull layer of the skin giving a smooth radiant and glowing skin. It can be combined with facial peels.

Benefits:
• Safe Procedure
• No Downtime
• Instant Glow
• Even Skin Tone
• Bridal Special
• Before Party


14. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma):
Platelet Rich Plasma treatment is one of the latest non-surgical advanced method of therapy used for skin rejuvenation and hair loss. PRP therapy is a high concentration of platelets that is derived from patients own blood after centrifugation.
Platelets have lot of growth and healing factors and when it is injected into skin after applying anesthetic cream for 45 minutes it improves skin tone, texture and softens wrinkles.

15. Wart & Mole Removal:
Wart:
Wart or verruca vulgaris is a skin infection caused by a virus called Human Papilloma Virus. It can affect children, adult and old age people. The risk factors are too much of sweating, sharing communal showers, swimming pool etc. The most common sites are face and extremities.

Treatment options for wart:
• Radiofrequency
• Electrocautery
• Liquid Nitrogen Spray
• Laser Treatment

Moles:

Moles (birthmarks) that is present during birth. Sometimes it can develop during adolescence and adulthood also. Moles are usually removed for cosmetic reasons.


Treatment options are:
1. Laser for congenital moles

Moles present at birth. eg: Naevus of Ota and Naevus of Ito.


2. Punch excision:

This procedure is done mainly for raised moles on the face after giving local anaesthetic injection. Fine sutures are used so that it will not leave any mark or scar on the face.


3. Radiofrequency:

Radiofrequency procedure can also be used for mole removal.

 

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