Skin concerns do not always call for surgery, significant downtime or an uncomfortable treatment. Today, there are several non-surgical options for improving fine lines, skin laxity, pigmentation and sun damage.
The right treatment depends on your skin, medical history and goals. At Assure Cosmetic Centre, a qualified dermal therapist begins with a consultation and skin assessment before recommending a treatment plan.
Fine lines and wrinkles
Different treatments work at different depths of the skin. Depending on the cause and location of your lines, your options may include:
- Wrinkle relaxers can soften expression lines such as crow’s feet, frown lines and forehead lines.
- Fractional radiofrequency rejuvenation delivers controlled radiofrequency energy below the skin’s surface to support new collagen production.
- Medical skin needling, also known as microneedling, creates controlled micro-injuries that prompt the skin’s natural repair response and new collagen formation.
- Medium-depth chemical peels remove damaged outer layers of skin and may improve fine lines, uneven texture and sun damage.
Deep lines and loss of fullness
Changes in facial volume can make lines appear deeper. Dermal fillers can restore volume in selected areas, including the cheeks and lips. Collagen-stimulating treatments take a more gradual approach by encouraging the skin to rebuild its own collagen.
A consultation is important because the most suitable approach depends on your facial structure, the area being treated and the result you want.
Skin sagging and jowls
Fractional radiofrequency treatment may be considered when skin laxity affects the lower face, jawline or neck. The treatment works below the surface of the skin, where controlled energy encourages a healing response and collagen production.
Pigmentation, freckles and sunspots
Pigmentation can have several causes, so an accurate assessment should come before treatment. Depending on your skin type and the nature of the pigmentation, options may include:
- IPL skin rejuvenation uses intense pulsed light to target selected areas of red and brown pigmentation without removing the skin’s surface.
- Deep chemical peels shed damaged layers of skin and may improve pigmentation as well as deeper lines. Some downtime is expected while the skin heals.
- Prescription-strength skincare, such as the Obagi Nu-Derm System, may be recommended to address age spots and uneven pigmentation.
Start with a skin consultation
There is no single treatment that suits every concern or every skin type. A dermal therapist can assess what is happening beneath the surface, explain the likely benefits and downtime, and recommend a plan that suits your skin.
Contact Assure Cosmetic Centre to arrange a skin consultation.
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