At its best, skincare is capable of fully rejuvenating your appearance for a radiant glow with softened fine lines, diminished blemishes, and an all-over perfecting of the skin, but being able to achieve all of that at home is a tall order, especially if you’re only using over-the-counter products. This doesn’t mean your aesthetic goals are completely out of your reach – it just means you need a professional guiding hand like for a cosmetic injections in Dallas . At The Botox Bar in Dallas, TX, we encourage clients to visit Gracie for aesthetics!
What Are Our Aesthetics Treatments?
Aesthetic treatments are any cosmetic method, product, or therapy that seeks to correct superficial skin concerns so you can achieve all of your aesthetic goals. Generally speaking, aesthetic treatments are renewing, rejuvenating, and anti-aging, which means these treatments can accomplish a broad range of appearance-related concerns. At The Botox Bar, our aesthetic treatments include:
- Microneedling
- Microneedling with PRP
- Microneedling with PRF
- Microneedling with Hyaluronic Acid
- Hydroluxx
Why Should You Use Aesthetic Treatments?
Aesthetic treatments don’t just feel refreshing: they also refresh your appearance. The choice of whether you should invest in your aesthetics with aesthetic treatments is ultimately up to you, but you should know that aesthetic treatments are your best, most efficient options if you have multiple appearance concerns. Aesthetic treatments at the botox bar can address a variety of concerns, including:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Enlarged pores
- Acne scarring
- Pigmentation
- Skin laxity
- Dullness and dryness
- Uneven skin tone and texture
- Dark spots
- Sun damage
Microneedling
Microneedling is an aesthetic treatment quickly building up a loyal following for producing quick and reliable skin-perfecting results. Microneedling works by using a special system – such as the SkinPen – that uses dozens of fine-tipped needles to pierce the surface of the skin, creating micro-injuries that stimulate the body’s natural regenerative abilities.
Microneedling is a particularly versatile treatment. On top of evening out skin tone and renewing skin texture for a smooth-to-the-touch feel, microneedling is also an anti-aging and rejuvenating treatment. This is because the micro-injuries created during treatment penetrates the sub-dermal layers of skin, which breaks up scar tissue from acne, turns over dead skin cells, and stimulates higher production of skin-supporting collagen, which softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
The best part about microneedling? It has a range of add-ons that can make the treatment more effective and customized to your exact aesthetic needs. At The Botox Bar, we offer three microneedling add-ons: PRP, PRF, and Hyaluronic Acid.
PRP
PRP stands for platelet-rich plasma, otherwise known as the vampire facial popularized by Kim Kardashian. PRP is a unique rejuvenating treatment that uses the wound-healing abilities of your body’s own blood plasma to regenerate new cells on the skin surface and also kick up collagen production overall.
How Does PRP Work?
PRP works by first drawing a small amount of your blood on the day of your appointment, which is then run through a special centrifuge that rapidly spins to separate your blood cells from your blood plasma. The result is a thick, clear substance that contains the shining stars of your body’s natural regenerative response. Scientifically, blood plasma is the portion of your blood most responsible for clotting and healing wounds.
Microneedling with PRP is especially helpful in treating aesthetic concerns such as:
- Sun Damage
- Dark Spots
- Wrinkles
PRF
PRF stands for platelet-rich fibrin and is a cousin to PRP treatment that uses the same approach to stimulating the body’s natural regenerative response. Also a type of vampire facial, PRF has unique advantages over PRP that might make this add-on more appealing depending on your exact aesthetic goals. Try to visit The Botox Bar in Dallas, TX for better information and recommendations.
How Does PRF Work?
PRF also works by first drawing a small amount of blood, usually less than what is needed for PRP, which is run through the centrifuge to separate blood cells from the fibrin in your blood. Fibrin also helps the body clot and heal wounds as part of your body’s natural regenerative response, although fibrin has been linked to a broader range of tissue repair.
Many experts feel that PRF is more potent than PRP, which means Microneedling with PRF might be a better option if you have more serious appearance concerns, such as:
- Deep or dynamic wrinkles
- Acne Scarring
- Pigmentation
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a prominent feature in many skincare products, lauded for its ultra-moisturizing ability and its skin-nourishing effects. Hyaluronic acid is naturally occurring in the body and is largely responsible for retaining moisture in the skin cells. Microneedling with Hyaluronic Acid can assist in the rejuvenation of many skin concerns, including:
- Fine Lines
- Dryness
- Skin Laxity
- Uneven Texture
Why Is Hyaluronic Acid Important?
Hyaluronic acid is important for more than just moisture retention in the sub-dermal layers of skin. Studies have shown that there is a significant relationship between the levels of collagen and hyaluronic acid in the body. Essentially, hyaluronic acid is key support for collagen in the sub-dermal layers of skin, which means that when hyaluronic acid levels are low, collagen has a harder time generating.
You can think of hyaluronic acid as food for collagen; when there is more hyaluronic acid, there will be more collagen. This is why hyaluronic acid is essential for anti-aging treatments and skincare products.
What Treatment Steps Can You Expect?
When it comes to microneedling, no matter what add-on you decide to use, there are always going to be several steps that need to be followed for optimal results. These steps include:
Step One: Cleanse and Numb
Gracie will use a gentle cleanser to remove any excess make-up, dirt, oil, or skincare products from the surface of the skin. Then, Gracie will apply a topical numbing cream to ensure your comfort during the treatment.
Step Two: Apply Masque
Once the numbing cream has been applied, Gracie will then apply one of the masques that are available as an add-on. You can choose not to use a masque during your treatment.
Step Three: Microneedling
Gracie will then use the SkinPen microneedling device to treat your entire face, paying special attention to areas where there are fine lines, wrinkles, or other skin damage. This portion of the treatment generally takes between 20 and 30 minutes to complete.
Which of These Add-On Options Is Best for You?
Not sure which add-on is the best option for you? Don’t worry – Gracie will be able to walk you through the advantages of each add-on masque and help you determine which option is best for your unique aesthetic needs. If you really can’t decide, you should know that you have the option of alternating your add-on masque at each appointment.
How Long Do Results Last?
For most people, the results of Microneedling last for 4 to 6 weeks at a time. The length of time you can enjoy results may vary depending on your skin type, skin concerns, and your age; for example, younger people tend to have longer-lasting results. Regardless of the type of masque you used during your treatment, all results last for the same period of time.
How Frequently Do You Need Treatment?
It’s common for people to have treatment appointments about once a month or once every other month. The frequency of your treatment is determined by how well you are responding to the treatment and the kind of care your skin needs. Once you have achieved the desired results, the frequency of your appointments will slow to about 4 to 6 times a year to maintain results.
What Is Recovery Like?
The recovery time for this treatment is very short, usually about 24 to 48 hours. During your recovery time, you will be instructed on how to care for skin, such a how to wash, how to avoid direct sunlight and excess heat or sweating, and how to moisturize skin following the treatment.
Hydroluxx
Hydroluxx is an advanced facial technique that combines gentle exfoliation, suction, extraction, and oxygen infusion into one refreshing and rejuvenating skin experience. The key to healthy, glowing skin is clarity in the pores and rich saturation of oxygen and hydration that allows the skin to breathe freely. Hydroluxx removes dead skin cells, pore-clogging oil, and bacteria, and also infuses the skin with rich hydro-solutions and oxygen.
The results of Hydroluxx are unrivaled by many other facials. As a gentle and non-invasive approach to skin rejuvenation, Hydroluxx is the ideal treatment for those who have sensitive skin and mild-to-moderate skin concerns, such as:
- Fine lines
- Enlarged pores
- Dryness and dullness
- Uneven skin tone and texture
- Acne
What Treatment Steps Can You Expect?
No matter which antioxidant-rich enzyme you choose for your treatment, you can expect these steps for each of your luxurious Hydroluxx facials:
Step One: Cleanse and Exfoliate
Gracie will cleanse and gently exfoliate your skin to remove dead skin cells, dirt, and oil from the surface of skin, which will prepare skin for further treatment steps.
Step Two: Enzyme Peel
An enzyme peel, a milder version of a chemical peel, will be applied to your skin to help exfoliate, loosen dirt and oil, and infuse the skin with nourishing antioxidants that penetrate the deeper layers of skin for total rejuvenation.
Step Three: Extraction
Pneumatic suction will be used to gently and cleanly extract all manner of pore-clogging debris, including dead skin cells, dirt, oil, bacteria, and excess sebum that can tarnish the skin surface and lead to acne. This portion of the treatment also helps stimulate the production of collagen within the skin to reduce fine lines and close enlarged pores.
Step Four: Oxygen Infusion
The final step is oxygen infusion, which moisturizes and plumps skin while also enriching the skin with blood-stimulating oxygen for a brighter, softer, and more radiant complexion
How Long Do Results Last?
The results from this treatment are immediately visible on the same day as treatment. Hydroluxx results last about 4 to 6 weeks on average, just like any other facial. You can expect some results, such as fine lines and enlarged pores, to last a little longer depending on how long your body continues to produce collagen at higher rates.
How Frequently Do You Need Treatment?
Many patients opt to make Hydroluxx one of their repeat treatments, usually having this treatment about once a month or once every 6 weeks to maintain results.
What Is Recovery Like?
There is no recovery time with this treatment aside from directions to wear sunscreen and encouragement to use certain skincare products to prolong results.
Who Are Good Candidates for Aesthetics Treatments?
Good candidates for aesthetic treatments include any adult who would like to refresh and rejuvenate their appearance.At The Botox Bar, our aesthetic treatments includes those who want to:
- Soften fine lines and wrinkles
- Correct dark spots
- Reduce scarring and pigmentation
- Perfect skin tone and texture
Visit Gracie for Aesthetics Treatments Today!
If you want to perfect your skin and attain a youthful, golden glow, then aesthetic treatments are your best option. Call The Botox Bar in Dallas,TX and ask to schedule an appointment with Gracie for Aesthetics today!
