Facials

Facials are cleaning treatments that aim to clean pores and exfoliate the skin. This is a multi-step process that is meant to rejuvenate and nourish faces, making skin appear healthier and younger by cleaning and removing the debris, dirt, or bacteria build-up under the skin. Common problems such as milia, blackheads, and whiteheads are treated by extraction facials. Each facial begins with a consultation to help the dermatologist assess the skin and the best treatment for it. Facial steps can vary in many clinics, but generally, they include these five basic steps of cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, massage, and masks. Cleansing is as straightforward as it sounds where they clean the face. This step is also an assessment where it will help them determine what kind of custom mask to apply later. Exfoliation involves removing all the dead skin cells in the face by using cream or scrubs. Extraction is the process where pores are cleaned especially when they become clogged with excess oil and dirt build-up. Massage will then follow which is aimed to relax the patient and improve blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. Lastly, masks will then be placed to temporarily treat the oiliness or dryness of the skin. 

Laser Hyperpigmentation Treatment

What is Hyperpigmentation?

The upper layers of the skin contain pigment cells called melanocytes. They produce pigment called melanin that is then distributed evenly throughout the epidermis to give the natural colouration of the skin. In response to trauma, inflammation, sun exposure, hormones and as a result of genetics, pigment can be over-produced and form ‘clumps’ that look like areas of darker discolouration or ‘hyperpigmentation’. There are a number of different types of hyperpigmentation; common types include: freckles, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, sun damage and melasma.



Laser is a safe and effective solution to treat hyperpigmentation. There are usually two types of lasers used in treating hyperpigmentation: ablative and non-ablative lasers. Ablative lasers are stronger, and they involve removing layers of your skin and rejuvenating the skin by resurfacing its upper layers, enabling new skin to form while simultaneously stimulating the development of collagen. Non-ablative procedures, on the other hand just target the dermis to stimulate collagen growth and produce tightening effects. They both work as they replenish the skin to the healthy condition and shatter pigment particles, effectively lightening areas of concern.