What should I expect?

We will begin with cleansing, a deep pore cleanse, and ultrasonic extractions.

We will exfoliate with a combination of AHAs & BHAs. This will allow for the gentle removal of dead skin without irritation.

We will apply a light chemical peel for added exfoliation.

We will use a painless suction for the extraction of blackheads, whiteheads, and sebum to further remove impurities from your pores.

We will infuse antioxidants, peptides, growth factors, and hyaluronic acid into your refreshed skin, for ultimate hydration, nourishment, and protection.

Add-Ons are available for the Re-Fresh Hydra Facial. We can customise this treatment with the addition of peels, masks, manual extractions, etc. Check out the Add-Ons button above or message me to help you customise this facial to address your skin concerns.

Who should not have a Hydrodermabrasion Facial?

Hydrodermabrasion is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have had a recent light or laser treatment, chemical peel, facial waxing, recent facial steroid injection, recent microdermabrasion, recent surgical procedure or skin infection, recent sunburn, or recent changes in moles or growths in the treatment area. If you have an active or unstable medical condition such as epilepsy, cancer, autoimmune disease, or diabetes then treatment should be deferred. If you have a history of cold sores, an anti-viral medication may be prescribed by the physician at your consult. You may notice increased bruising if you are on aspirin or other blood thinners. Recent Retin-A or retinoid use may make your skin more sensitive and red.

Is there any downtime from this treatment?

There is no downtime. You can make plans for right after your treatment. Your results will last for several weeks or longer if you follow with recommended skincare.

Prior to the treatment, you should:

• have had a skin consultation

• ensure that you have reviewed this information and that you have had enough opportunity to ask questions and have them answered to your complete satisfaction

• ensure that you have signed the consent form

• avoid sun exposure

• start prophylactic antiviral therapy if you have a history of cold sores

• avoid strong topical creams (Retin-A, AHAs, etc.) for at least 2 days before and after treatment

• notify me at your consultation or at your treatment if you have an upcoming important event

On the day of treatment you will/may/should:

• feel a cool and soothing scrub-like sensation during the treatment

•feel some slight tingling sensation during the application of the light chemical peel

• may experience minor swelling of or around your lips or around your eyes

• notice that your skin will appear well hydrated and moist immediately after the treatment

• not apply anything to your skin until this moisture is absorbed

• avoid direct sun immediately after treatment until you can apply sunscreen

• delay reintroducing stronger topical retinoid serums/creams for at least 48hrs after your treatment

• drink extra water