With holiday season right around the corner, now may be a good time to freshen up your skin and enjoy a more youthful appearance. Several non-invasive
skin rejuvenation treatments can be performed in about an hour, and require only a few days of downtime. This means you can attend that holiday party or special events with a fresh new look if you schedule your appointment within a few weeks. Here are a few popular skin rejuvenation treatments to consider before holiday season:
LED Skin Rejuvenation Therapy
LED skin rejuvenation involves the administration of light emitting diodes (LEDs) directly into the skin’s surface to stimulate collagen production and tone up the skin. A series of LED skin treatments is typically needed to make a noticeable difference, but just a single treatment can help to reduce inflammation, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and scars, and reduce redness. The procedure is completely pain free and can be used on all skin types.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive skin resurfacing procedure that works by buffing away dead skin cells and rejuvenating the appearance. This treatment not only makes skin appear smoother, but also helps to increase collagen production while tightening and toning the skin. Having a microdermabrasion procedure a few weeks before a special holiday event will leave your skin glowing, smooth and free of blemishes. This treatment can also be combined with a chemical peel or clinical-grade facial for better results.
Titan Skin Tightening
Skin tightening procedures such as the Titan laser work by heating up the dermal tissues at a deeper level, causing the skin to contract. While a series of procedures spaced one month apart will produce great results, just a single treatment can leave your skin looking more toned and smooth. Titan skin tightening procedures can be combined with other skin rejuvenation procedures if you want to reduce or eliminate wrinkles and achieve a more youthful appearance right before the holidays.
Injectable Fillers
If you’re looking for instant results, you may be a good candidate for an injectable filler. Today’s popular
dermal fillers include Botox, Restylane, Juvederm and Hydrelle, and these can help get rid of wrinkles and give you a more youthful look. Turn to these to make lines around your eyes, mouth and nose disappear, or to plump up loose or sagging skin around the cheeks and jaw line.
PhotoFacial Treatments
As one of the advanced skin rejuvenation treatments available,
photofacials can erase skin damage, correct skin irregularities and reduce the appearance of large pores. This non-laser procedure involves emitting light energy into the skin’s surface to trigger collagen production. After a few days and weeks after treatment, the skin appears more toned, fine lines disappear, and the skin’s texture improves. This procedure can be performed about one to two weeks before an important holiday event for optimal results.
From skin tightening treatments to wrinkle fillers, you have several options available for improving your appearance before the holidays. Learn more about
skin rejuvenation treatments in our information guide, or consult with a cosmetic surgeon in your area to find out if you are a good candidate for any of these treatments.
Published: 11/13/2009, Last Updated: 11/13/2009
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