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2023 Skin Resolutions

Sandton Aesthetics | December 16, 2022

At times a restart is exactly what we need, and this holds true for our skin too! Every day, new month, and especially New Year allow for considered review. If our skin isn’t where we would like to it to be; now is the ideal time to be intentional with a way forward.

If smoothing out Cellulite is the first thing that came to mind, click here for the SAI January 2023 Special .

A Plan that Will Work

SAI recommends avoiding large catch-all goals and instead choosing actionable target-driven goals for an approachable strategy sure to boost one’s energy, providing a sense of progress and confidence – rather than leave one feeling flat or discouraged.

As you decide what you want to prioritize in 2023; allow Dr Clark to give you a window into three ordinary but very common skin issues/complaints along with the treatments that will resolve and correct them. For each skin problem; there is a proven solution! By the time you finish reading this; a clear path forward should be in focus.

*If we don’t cover your skin problem in this article, it can still be solved and we want to help! Contact Us so our team can support you with additional information.

Skin issue #1: Uneven Pigmentation

Uneven pigmentation or hyper-pigmentation is a common skin concern that can be exacerbated by various factors. The most famous origin is UV light that creates sun-induced hyper-pigmentation. However, it is important to remember that inflammation will also contribute to the issue. As we age, sun damage from years past often showcases in darker areas of ‘sun spots’ and discolouration following blemishes and breakouts can be stubborn to resolve. Areas of darker pigmentation showcased on the dermis are the result of Melanocyte skin cells which are responsible for pigment within cells. They are notoriously unstable cells responding to internal and external forces including hormones, UV, and especially heat. Thankfully, they can be diminished and areas of hyper-pigmentation can be successfully treated. Here are a few go-to aesthetic options for how and where to start.

First Step Skin Resolution Treatments

Chemical Peels – Superficial chemical peels are an excellent choice for shedding pigmentation. These can be formulated specifically for UV created pigmentation and can be highly individualized for those with finicky skin. They are suitable for skin across the colour gradient. Chemical Peels address pigmentation in several ways. They boost cellular turnover, bringing new cells to the surface and they also decrease the existing melanocytes within skin. They do not rely on or include any source of heat which means less chance of inflammatory reactions which could further the pigmentation predicament. Dr Clark is well-versed in formulating and choosing Client-specific peels that are safe for skin yet capable of providing desired results. Depending on your skin’s condition, one chemical peel may be sufficient or a series of scheduled peels may be recommended. Undergoing a Chemical Peel is more relaxing than you might think with less than 60minutes of clinic time required and no recovery downtime expected for superficial peels.

Microdermabrasion – This reliable treatment combines teeny tiny crystals or a diamond tipped instrument along with suction to target specific areas of problematic pigmentations. This is ideal for darker ‘sun spots’ or scarring. It gently and painlessly abrades the top dermal layers, removing the darkest visible pigment. It is a type of manual exfoliation and works to bring fresh, radiant, lighter skin to surface. Learn more here.

IV Skin Brightening – Safe and relaxing this intravenous treatment works from the inside out. It allows for deep hydration on a cellular level which allows for cells to be at their best. It also delivers powerful antioxidants such as Vitamin C along with Glutathione. Glutathione inhibits melanin production to stop pigmentation creation at its inception. Read more about Glutathione in this dedicated article.

Homecare & Sunblock – Start and end here! Address pigmentation with active ingredients from the comfort of home. These can bolster against daily stressors, fight triggering inflammation, and much more. Avoid future damage by investing in well-chosen suncare which guards and blocks UV light from creating cellular havoc to begin with. There is a range of products that include oil-free, sprays, and foundation with SPF included.

Skin issue #2: Deepening wrinkles on my face

Fine lines and wrinkles emerge as our skin ages. Visible ageing is the natural consequence of chronological age but frequently this process is accentuated and accelerated. For instance, weather, pollution, inadequate personal activity levels, insufficient nutrition, and poor sleep quality are all capable of causing us to age faster. While it is not possible to control the weather, we can make pro-active choices that are anti-ageing! These may include reorganizing calender priorities for better sleep and regular exercise, changing our shopping habits and meal preparation. For most of us, wearing sunblock daily would be our best prejuvenation protocol. Medical Aesthetics has refined a host of specific remedies for premature ageing. These include in-clinic treatments that can propel you forward quickly as well as active skin protocols that work daily (and nightly) to support and restore.

*If you think that the sun or too much food and drink has negatively impacted your complexion, please read the article: Post-holiday Skin Recovery.

First Step Skin Resolution Treatments

Botulinum Toxin – Target crow’s feet or glabellar wrinkles with Botulinum Toxin. This global staple halts existing wrinkles from getting deeper and improves their appearance. It also prevents the formation of new wrinkles. It is simple, allows for great results, and possess an excellent safety track record for dependable action. To learn more about Face Enhancement, please click here.

Dermal Fillers – Dr Clark is internationally renowned for his filler expertise and is an industry leader in injection techniques. He is highly skilled and utilizing these to correct smokers lips, nasolabial folds, create lifts an symmetry. Dermal Fillers now include micro droplets formulations which are capable of enhancing your natural beauty without a ‘puffed’ or dramatic change.

Dermapen – This treatment uses a micro injections to activate the Healing Cascade for collagen and elastin production. Skin Rejuvenation is achieved by stimulating the skin to build better skin structures and supplying the skin with the building blocks to do so. If you would like to learn more about the gold standard Dermapen, please click here.

Homecare Actives – Fight city smog, everyday stressors, climate, and the other components which are aiding and abetting deepening wrinkles. We strongly recommend a daily sunblock. Be comprehensive and include an exfoliator such that a healthy rate of cellular turnover is stimulated – this helps to prevent the skin processes from becoming sluggish. With your pores clear and your skin able to breath, it is time for free radical fighting antioxidants. If you are wondering what your skin might want, please see our article: The Hierarchy of Skin Needs.

Skin issue #3: Bikini body conscience

Highveld summer climes can encourage the shedding of layers. When skin uncommonly bared sees the sun it’s not always done with comfortable confidence. While the body-positivity movement has achieved quite a bit; it is not uncommon for individuals to feel self-conscious in a swimsuit or summer fashion. The most commonly expressed concerns include cellulite, varicose veins, and body shape. Here is how SAI provides a non-surgical Resolution for each of these.

First Step Skin Resolution Treatments

Mesotherapy Resolves Cellulite – The dimpling uneven surface on the skin that defines cellulite is a complaint for most women. Thankfully cellulite can be addressed effectively without need of invasive procedures like liposuction. At SAI, Dr Clark employs Mesotherapy & Cellucare to eliminate cellulite and create smooth skin. Mesotherapy involves the injection of ingredients precisely where stubborn cellulite deposits are proving resistant to change. These ingredients then work to break down the fat cells so the body can absorb and remove them. Mesotherapy takes between 20-60minutes per session and several sessions are recommended for best outcomes.

*Mesotherapy for Cellulite is on special at SAI this January 2023. Visit our Specials Page for details.

VelaShape – The body changes shape as we age and sometimes the shape shifts aren’t always welcome. While healthy nourishment and active lifestyle are the backbone of shape control, sometimes a little assistance can do wonders. VelaShape uses infrared light, bi-polar radio frequency energy and vacuum. Fat cells are destroyed whilst a healthy skin texture is stimulated. VelaShape is a non-invasive proven way to tone and reduce circumference and firm the skin. Several sessions are generally recommended.

Sclerotherapy – The presentation of varicose veins is influenced by lifestyle, pregnancy, genetics, and unknown causes. Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical procedure that inserts medicine within the veins themselves causing them to shrink and eventually disappear. Treatment is simple and takes under an hour to complete. Compression stockings are recommended following treatment to aid in the process. Depending on the size of the veins more than one treatment may be recommended but often one is enough. Sclerotherapy provides consistently fantastic results.

Begin with a Booking

Bring your skin resolutions from fantasy into reality with action. Call today to schedule a booking or consultation. Dr Clark and the skin experts at SAI are prepared to answer questions, explain procedures, and ensure you have the information required to choose a way forward; so that your Skin Goals 2023 are achieved.