Skin damage due to excessive sun exposure, photo-ageing, sometimes shows up as premature wrinkling, leathery skin, freckles, age spots and broken blood vessels/capillaries. The best defense against the damaging effects of the sun is a broad spectrum sunscreen which provides protection against both UVA and UVB radiation. Reversing sun damage is possible with a combination of products and procedures, such as the Photo Facial.

Coming in for a consultation must be the first step in understanding if this service is right for you.  Email mda@mdaesthetics.ca or call 905 666 5117 for a consultation.  

What is a Photo Facial?  

Photo Facial is a non-invasive treatment which uses light-based technology to deliver  broad band light (BBL) to the skin for rejuvenation. It is a gentle and highly effective method of targeting damaged skin, hyperpigmentation, red spots (haemangioma), small facial veins (telangiectasia), rosacea, redness & flushing. A photo facial also stimulates new collagen growth and tightens underlying skin resulting in smoother texture and a reduction in fine lines. A series of 4-6 treatments at 4 week intervals is recommended.

Types of Photofacials include BBL Heroic, MOXI, and HALO.

Who is the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate for BBL therapy is someone with light to medium skin colour who has sunspots, broken blood vessels, flushing or Rosacea.

Are there any side effects?  

Temporary redness and mild swelling can occur for some patients. Although very rare, laser or light rejuvenation treatment can leave skin blisters or burns which could lead to mild scarring and changes in skin colour or pigment.

Can I go out into the sun again?   

While undergoing treatments, we recommend you stay out of the sun and/or wear sun block. You should always protect yourself by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with UVA/UVB and a high SPF (minimum 30 SPF).

When will I see treatment results?  

You should experience best results after three to five treatment sessions.

Will there be any downtime? 

Most patients return to work or their usual daily activities immediately following the procedure. The effect of different light-based systems varies according to the type of equipment and the person’s skin type.

MOXI

MOXI is a gentle fractionated laser designed to effectively treat the visible signs of aging and produce evenly toned, radiant skin in as little as a single treatment—although 2-4 are recommended.

It’s ideal for all patients of all skin types who are just beginning their skin care journey or those looking for a light resurfacing option that can be performed anytime.

Can MOXI treat darker skin tones?

The 1927nm laser within the MOXI handpiece targets water, which means it can treat all skin types, year-round.

Who is the ideal candidate?

Anyone looking to brighten and refresh their skin.

Learn more about MOXI

HALO

Benefits

Patients treated with HALO experience an improvement commonly referred to as the “HALO Glow.”

HALO is known as the “Holy Grail” of skin treatments—it addresses vascular lesions, pigmentation and textural issues all in a single modality. Depending on a patient’s needs, some practitioners recommend a combination of HALO and BBL^® HERO^™ for an even more dramatic result.

Remarkable results can be achieved in 1-2 treatments, while older, non-hybrid technologies typically require 5-6 treatments to demonstrate similar results.

Only a topical anesthetic is recommended (no nerve blocks), and patients can resume regular activity within 24 hours after treatment.

Which Photofacial is right for me?

PRE AND POST TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

Pre and Post Treatment Instructions for Photofacials

Disclaimer: Similar and/or permanent results are not guaranteed based on the treatment/procedure and may vary from patient to patient, based on multiple factors, including genetics and lifestyle of each patient.  Read Full Disclaimer