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RF Face Lift VIORA REACTION

What is the RF (Radio Frequency) face lift and how does it work?

Radio frequency is the latest technology to tackle face and body areas in need of rejuvenation.
Aesthetica's RF FaceLifter treatment uses unipolar and bipolar radio frequency modalities to heat subcutaneous dermal tissue using a hand piece emitting RF waves. This causes the contraction of the existing collagen fibers, encourages fibroblast migration and promotes new collagen growth that helps to tighten and improve the outer architecture of the skin.

You'll see the lifting effect and feel how your skin becomes tighter, smoother, and more elastic.
There is no down time (apart from the treatment time itself) and minimal discomfort. It is a walk-in walk-out procedure which takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

What can a course of RF Face Lift treatments do for me?

The goal of the radio frequency face lift is to restore a more youthful look by helping to reverse the signs of ageing and gravity. The treatment achieves:

· The tightening and smoothing of skin resulting in a reduced appearance of fine lines
and wrinkles.

· The tightening of sagging skin around the jowls and neck.

· A reduction in the appearance of double chins.

· Improvement of skin laxity.

· A noticeable improvement in skin tone.

Is this treatment right for me?

Every woman or man who would like their face to look younger or smoother without surgery is a candidate for this treatment. A person of practically any age can receive the treatment. Some clients have obvious ageing from mid 30s others do better with deeper lines and laxity not evident till the fifties. There is an advantage to starting a little younger (the forties) and planning an annual budget for maintenance.

What happens during this treatment?

Before the treatment starts the treatment area is lightly coated in oil to make the treatment more comfortable and to increase the hand pieces surface contact with the skin.

There is little discomfort during or after RF Face Lift treatment. There is a definite feeling of warmth in the skin at the area being treated. The hand piece used in treatment has it's own cooling module to help keep the treatment comfortable and the operator can cool the skin immediately when required.

How many treatments are required and how long are they?

We recommend a course of anywhere between 6 to 12 treatments (depending on the areas treated and your skins reaction to the treatment) for the most beneficial results. We also recommend a maintenance treatment approximately every 6 months after your initial treatment course to maintain the results.

How long before I see the results of the treatment?

Many clients have reported changes early in their course after 2 or even 1 radio frequency treatments but it is usual to have 4-6 fortnightly treatments before the results start to manifest. Anywhere between 6 to 12 treatments can be required to achieve the best results.

Medical aesthetic professionals worldwide have chosen the Reaction™ system for its superior performance, life-changing results and for the business philosophy that stands behind the technology.

Offer the world's leading body contouring & skin tightening treatments, all in one comprehensive medical aesthetic system:
•Cellulite treatment.
•Circumferential reduction (including post birth & liposuction surgery).
•Skin-tightening for aging & lax skin on the face and body.
•Skin tightening treatment for appearance of stretch marks.
•Face & Body Contouring

Reaction™ offers maximum treatment control and the consistent penetration of heat using CORE™ technology which incorporates multi-channel RF with vacuum therapy to initiate three different processes: deep tissue heating, mechanical stretch and mechanical massage.
Each of CORE™'s four treatment modes applies a specific frequency that targets different tissue depths, from superficial layers of the skin to the hypodermis. The application of RF energy to the dermis and subcutaneous layers deploys heat to underlying tissues to:

•Increase diffusivity of oxygen released by blood cells and increase cell metabolism.
•Break down rigid collagen cross links, increase skin elasticity and improve skin texture.
The increased temperature to the treatment area facilitates the breakdown of stored energy (triglycerides) in the fat cell and when released, they result in the shrinkage of the fat cell volume.

Along with the benefits of an effective cellulite treatment, the deep heating of subcutaneous tissue initiates a mechanical stretch in the skin caused by electrical pulses released from the RF electrodes. This action enhances gene expression and stimulates fibroblasts to enhance collagen secretion and improves the elasticity of the septae, resulting in a significant skin tightening effect!

Finally, the addition of mechanical vacuum therapy further intensifies the treatment by facilitating deeper penetration of heat to sub-dermal tissue as well as increases local blood circulation, promotes lymphatic drainage and lipolysis. The result is a minimized appearance of lumpy skin, improved skin texture and a reduction in circumference.

The selection of a specific RF mode according to the treated body site and the customization of RF and vacuum intensity levels ensure the most accurate treatment every time.

Skin Tightening

Fibroblasts are the major cells in the dermis which produce collagen and elastin fibers. The thickness of the dermis varies from person to person and is affected by age, exposure to sun, cigarette smoke and environmental pollution among other factors. With time, cross links are formed between the collagen strands rendering the fiber less and less elastic. This process leads to the first visible signs of aging on the face including uneven skin tone and texture, wrinkles and folds around the eyes and mouth, and stretch marks on various areas of the body.

INTRACEUTICALS: GET YOUR SKIN READY FOR FASHION WEEK

by William S. Gooch

Thursday, 04 February 2010 10:50
Put on a clear and happy face

Okay, New York Fashion Week and red carpet season is upon us. You've spent time in the gym, you've pulled together outfits that wow and pop, you've got the right accessories, and your coif is to die for. You think you've got it all together, and you probably do. But in the rush to have a complete look, did you think about the condition of the biggest organ in your body, your skin?

When your photo is snapped on the red carpet, or when the paparazzi spots you darting from the tents at Bryant Park to a funky downtown show, one of the things that tongues will wag the most about is whether your skin possesses the freshness and luster of other hot celebs or fashionistas. A well-styled Armani suit or delicious Louboutins won't save you from haters in the blogosphere if your visage lacks vibrancy. The challenge is how to look bright-eyed and bushy tailed when your favorite designers have scheduled collections back to back, or award shows are scheduled within days of each other. And it's even harder if you are strutting on the catwalk three to four times a day.

Intraceuticals, an innovative oxygenation skin rejuvenation system, may be just the solution to your facial woes. Using a combination of hyperbaric pressure, and hyaluronic acid - a muscle, skin and skeletal lubricating acid naturally made in the body - Intraceuticals claims to minimize fine lines, hydrate skin at the deepest level, and revitalize the skin. I must admit I was a bit skeptical at first, since so many products claim to deliver the fountain of youth. But after having just one treatment, I can bear witness that the claims are true. And what is great about this product is that results exponentially increase after the first rejuvenation treatment.

If my testimony still hasn't convinced you, just peruse the list of celebrity devotees. Madonna gets treatments regularly, and has an Intraceutical machine in each home. Eva Longoria, Paula Patton, Justin Timberlake, and John Galliano are proponents of the products. And Dean and Dan Caten of Dsquared2 have provided rejuvenation treatments for models in their runway shows. Skincare Practitioner Michelle Peck confides, "I have done models for New York, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks and the results are instant, the skin is plumped and glowing almost immediately … The oxygen alone is wonderful for your skin, and pair that with the hyaluronic compound, and you have a treatment that will give you the refreshed look needed so that you pop on the red carpet or on the catwalk every time."

BEFORE AFTER
And for those dealing with blemish and pigmentation challenges, Intraceuticals has launched two new products: Clarity and Opulence. The Clarity treatment uses the hyperbaric delivery system to rid the skin of impurities, leaving a healthy environment that promotes balance and optimum skin repair. The Clarity Wand enables you to look good anywhere, anytime. You can promptly target specific blemishes with this unique concentrated formula. And Opulence helps balance skin pigmentation without the damaging effects of more traditional bleaching creams.

Get your game face on - Some A-lister celebs turning to Intraceuticals facials

"I love, love, love them," gushes Gemini-nominated actor Kristin Booth ((Flashpoint).

Booth is referring to Intraceuticals Oxygen treatments, skin-rejuvenating facials that more and more A-listers depend on to get ready for close-ups. (Booth did a series of them in the weeks leading up to TIFF).

Unlike other facials, Intraceuticals aren't about exfoliation, extractions or goopy layers of cream. And although they make use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy - using oxygen at a higher level of pressure than normal - they're not exactly about oxygen, either.

"The Intraceuticals facial uses a cooling, forced stream of oxygen via a treatment wand to push a hyaluronic-acid serum from the epidermis (the skin's surface) to the dermis underneath," explains Dr. Sandy Skotnicki-Grant, medical director of the Bay Dermatology Centre where Booth goes for her appointments (baydermatologycentre.com). Hyaluronic acid, a molecule the skin also makes, can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. "It hydrates the skin, immediately firms and plumps it up to smooth out fine lines, and gives the complexion a nice glow."

Eva Longoria, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kristen Davis have enjoyed treatments. Justin Timberlake is quoted on the Intraceuticals website (intraceuticals.com) as saying they make his skin "look dope," and Madonna is reportedly such a fan that she owns at least one Intraceuticals machine. The 40-minute treatment is "great for women in their late 30s, 40s and older," comments Skotnicki-Grant. "Maybe they travel all the time, smoke a little or party a lot. This makes their skin look refreshed and glowy." Effects are cumulative, so the recommendation is a series of appointments although results are evident after the first. Skotnicki-Grant says the benefits are actually more noticeable around day two or three, and can last up to three weeks.

Microcurrent: The Wave of the Future
by David Szuki, President,
Bio-Therapeutics

Microcurrent technology has been at the forefront of the battle against aging for several decades. Since its inception in the early 70's, through today's progressive developments, celebrities and common people alike have touted microcurrent treatments as the true "fountain of youth". With a well documented origin in medical use and seemingly endless esthetic benefits, including acne healing and muscle toning, this industry staple has evolved into something of a pop culture icon with recent exposure on some of televisions most popular programs, such as Queer Eye For The Straight Guy, Oprah and the Stylist.

The science behind microcurrent
Recent studies at the University of Washington indicate that a series of microcurrent treatments can not only sculpt and contour the muscles of your face, but also increase natural collagen production by 14%, natural elastin production by a whopping 48%, and increase blood circulation by 38%.