Beautiful, youthful-looking skin has been cleansed of impurities, has had material extracted from its pores, and has been hydrated to ensure moisturization and plumpness. Any one of these steps may take a special product and routine when performed at home, but all three steps are elements included in a single in-office treatment known as Hydrafacial. Palm Beach’s Carroll Dermatology offers this quick, safe, and painless option for improving both skin health and beauty.
Hydrafacial is an entirely non-invasive treatment designed to give the skin a refreshed and glowing look. The patented technology driving this treatment uses “vortex fusion” to accomplish all three steps: opening pores, extracting unwanted material, and infusing the skin with carefully chosen serums. All of these steps happen in a single transformative Hydrafacial treatment session, via a unique handpiece that moves easily over the skin.
By focusing on three steps, Hydrafacial can provide beautiful results without the need for any downtime.
First, the cleansing step exfoliates. This means it removes dead cells and other debris from the surface, which not only gives the skin a brighter look, but also keeps pores—the openings to follicles—clear. Cleansing the skin of material that can be a barrier to absorption also prepares it for receiving beneficial nutrients.
Second, the extracting step works something like a vacuum to suction out material that has been trapped in the follicles. Bacteria multiplying beneath plugged pores represent a significant element of acne, so taking away the oils, dead skin, and bacteria themselves gives the skin a clearer look, as well as reduces the likelihood of a future breakout.
Third, the infusion step pushes one of several available serums into the cleansed and extracted skin. Meant to quench and hydrate, this serum helps to give the skin a plumper, dewy, and even glowing appearance.Formulas include solutions to brighten, calm, firm, restore, enhance, and more.
What is the ultimate result of these three steps?
Clinical studies revealed that five or more Hydrafacial treatments in a series gave every participant clearer skin, with 95 percent reporting reduced oil and pore congestion, 85 percent reporting a reduction in their acne lesions and inflammation, and 70 percent reporting a significant improvement in their hydration levels.
While many people choose to get Hydrafacial treatments on the face, they can also be applied all over the body. Thanks to their gentleness, they are also appropriate for the sensitive lip and eye area, as well as the scalp. Just about anywhere you have skin, you have the option for brightening and firming with Hydrafacial.
Patients who want more dramatic results may opt for a“stronger” treatment, such as exfoliating chemical peels, collagen-inducing microneedling, or injectable fillers or wrinkle-relaxers. The Carroll Dermatology team’s goal is to give you personalized treatments that meet your unique needs for custom results. Arrange a consultation with a provider or esthetician for a Hydrafacial treatment or pick from a curated list of facials designed specifically for your skincare needs.