Category: Acne treatments

NEW TREATMENT FEATURE: Vbeam Perfecta™ – Gold Standard Laser for Vascular Lesions and Other Applications

WHAT IS VBEAM PERFECTA™ LASER?
Vbeam Perfecta™ Laser is a Pulsed Dye Laser with a variety of applications. It is the Gold Standard Laser for Vascular Lesions such as:
– Hemangiomas
– Port Wine Stains
– Rosacea
– Post-Acne Erythema (Post-Acne Red Marks/Spots)
– Poikiloderma of Civatte
– Facial/Spider Veins.

ASIDE FROM VASCULAR LESIONS, WHAT ARE ITS OTHER USES?
Vbeam Perfecta™ Laser is also used for:
– Melasma
– Inflamed Acne
– Red/Brown Stretchmarks
– Keloids/ Hypertrophic Scars
– Bruises/ Ecchymoses
– Warts
– Psoriasis

WHAT IS THE VBEAM PERFECTA™ TREATMENT LIKE?
Most patients are reclining or lying down, depending on the area being treated. The laser will be calibrated and parameters set based on the specific condition being treated. Patients often report a warming or tingling sensation during the treatment, although anesthetics are usually not required.

ARE THE TREATMENTS PAINFUL?
Most patients report a sensation similar to mild sunburn after the treatment. During the treatment, skin receives additional protection through the patented Dynamic Cooling Device™ (DCD™), which delivers a cooling burst of cryogen before the laser pulse is delivered. The DCD increases comfort during treatment and minimizes side effects such as redness.

IS THE TREATMENT SAFE?
Yes, Vbeam Laser treatments have been used since the 1980s for the treatment of port wine stains in infants and young children. Some patients experience redness immediately after treatment, but it usually goes away in a few hours. Occasionally a laser bruise called purpura may occur; this usually disappears in 3-5 days.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS ARE REQUIRED?
This depends on the size, location and depth of your lesion. Spider veins and age spots generally do well with 1 or 2 treatments, while darker/ deeper hemangiomas may require additional treatments. Treatments should be placed at least 4 weeks apart to allow your body to remove the maximum amount of pigment cells.

WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD I TAKE BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT?
Avoid sun exposure before and throughout treatments; SPF 50 or higher sunblock should be worn daily during this time. Post-treatment care varies depending on condition and should be discussed with your dermatologist.

Want to know more about Vbeam Perfecta™ Laser? Ask our Board-Certified and Internationally-Trained Dermatologist about it.
Please call 8088140, 8869148 or 0917-9579335 to schedule your consultation/treatment.

FOTONA STARWALKER® – Breakthrough Q-Switched Laser System for Different Types of Skin Problems

WHAT IS FOTONA STARWALKER®?
Fotona StarWalker® is the most versatile Q-Switched Laser System which combines 4 wavelengths & 14 laser modalities for different types of applications such as Inflamed Acne, Dark Scars, Melasma, Dark Under Eye Circles, Birthmarks & Freckles.

HOW DOES FOTONA STARWALKER® WORK?
Fotona StarWalker’s unique Transverse Mode Discrimination laser oscillator technology combined with the Adaptive Stuctured Pulse control delivers very short (5 nsec) Q-switched pulses consisting of a high energy train of ultra-short bursts of energy in trillionths of a second, enabling photomechanical impact to shatter tiny skin targets without injury to the surrounding skin. StarWalker’s technology thus combines the high energy capabilities of nanosecond lasers with the ultrashort pulse peak powers of traditional picosecond lasers. Fotona’s StarWalker laser system features the entire range of super-short pulse technologies in a single, high-performance solution.

WHAT ARE THE SKIN PROBLEMS TREATED BY FOTONA STARWALKER®?
• Dark Under Eye Circles (Panda Eyes)
• Melasma
• Freckles
• Dark Underarms
• Dark Scars
• Inflamed Acne
• Birthmarks including Nevus of Ota & Hemangiomas
• Uneven Skin tone

IS FOTONA STARWALKER® PAINFUL?
There is virtually no pain other than the warm and slight prickly sensation.

HOW LONG WILL EACH TREATMENT SESSION BE?
Sessions average about 15 minutes each; your actual session length will depend on the size of the treated area. Each session is scheduled about 2 to 4 weeks apart to allow the skin to naturally clear away the pigment of the spot between treatments.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
The number of treatments is based on the type of skin problem. However, average number of sessions is around 5 for most of the indications.

Want to know more about Fotona StarWalker® Laser? Ask our Board-Certified & Internationally-Trained Dermatologist about it.

PURE OXYGEN REJUVENATING FACIAL: The Ultimate Facial to Detoxify & Revive Your Skin

WHAT IS PURE OXYGEN REJUVENATING FACIAL?
Pure Oxygen Rejuvenating Facial is a breakthrough treatment that revitalizes the facial skin by using purified air devoid of harmful elements such as Nitrogen and carbon dioxide. The purified air is used to apply powerful and medically-proven skin care products containing ingredients that address ageing skin, acne, enlarged pores, pigmentation, dull and dry skin. Thus, Pure Oxygen Rejuvenating Facial is the only facial treatment that detoxifies and at the same time rejuvenates the skin!

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PURE OXYGEN REJUVENATING FACIAL?
This improves many aspects of your skin including:
• Visibly firms and improves skin suppleness
• Hydrates and revitalizes the skin’s appearance
• Improves skin circulation, maintaining strong skin
• Reduces acne
• Freshens facial features by plumping sunken and dry skin
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduces pigmentations
• Evens out the skin tone and brightens the skin

DOES IT HURT? ANY DOWNTIME AFTER THE TREATMENT?
The treatment is completely comfortable and painless. There are no known side effects and no downtime. Right after the treatment, there will be visible improvement with skin texture and skin tone.

IS IT SUITED FOR ANY SKIN TYPE? HOW ABOUT FOR SENSITIVE SKIN?
Pure Oxygen Rejuvenating Facial is suited for all skin types, even for sensitive skin. The scientifically-proven ingredients in the facial treatment will refresh any complexion, and brighten dull and rejuvenate dry and problematic skin.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I REQUIRE?
We usually recommend at least 5 treatments for more significant effect, however, you can have as much as you want since it is a completely safe facial treatment. Treatments can be done every 2 to 4 weeks.

Want to know more about Pure Oxygen Rejuvenating Facial? Ask our Board-Certified, Internationally-trained Dermatologist about it.

Call us at 8088140, 8869148 or 0917-9579335 to schedule your consultation/treatment. See you at CorDerm soon!

BIRETIX® DUO GEL – New Generation Topical Treatment to Address All Stages of Acne

HOW AND WHY DO ACNE/PIMPLES FORM?
Our skin is covered in hair follicles. In a healthy hair follicle the sebaceous gland produces a small amount of sebum, which moves up to the surface of the skin where it acts as a waterproofing agent. The opening of the follicle is wide making it easy for the sebum to exit the follicle.

Acne are caused when the opening to the hair follicle is blocked, closing off oxygen and allowing the sebum to stagnate. This is the early stage of acne known as a comedone.

This environment allows rapid growth of Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), the bacteria that leads to acne. At this point the hair follicle becomes inflamed and red and forms pus.

There are several factors than can contribute to cause of Acne:
– Hair follicles can become blocked by excessive sebum on the skin and an accumulation of dead skin cells
– Some cosmetic products can block hair follicles
– Hormones can cause an increased production of sebum and an accumulation of dead skin cells at the follicle opening.

In order to effectively fight acne, each stage of the acne development process needs to be tackled.

WHAT IS BIRETIX DUO GEL?
BiRetix Duo Gel is a clinically proven purifying exfoliating gel that visibly improves the appearance of acne. Containing the optimum balance of leading technologies, this product works to target every stage of the development of acne, clearing the skin of existing blemishes and helping to prevent further breakouts.

The unique combination of vitamin A ingredients work to clear pores and purify the skin, helping to reduce the appearance of comedones that can lead to the formation of spots. Salicylic Acid gently exfoliates, unclogging blocked pores, clarifying the skin and diminishing any redness. Meanwhile, the clinically proven, sophisticated botanical complex fight against 24 strains of P. Acnes – the bacteria that lead to spots – while causing no bacterial resistance, meaning this treatment can be used for prolonged periods of time.

This non-irritating, no-sensitizing gel is an effective treatment for all stages of acne.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BIRETIX DUO GEL?
A clinically proven, effective treatment for inflammatory acne
– Vitamin A works to clear pores
– Salicylic Acid unclogs pores and reduces redness
– Botanical actives fight against spot-causing bacteria
– Does not sensitize the skin or cause bacterial resistance

HOW DO I USE BIRETIX DUO GEL?
Apply an even layer to the affected areas after cleansing, once or twice daily. For best results, combine with the other products recommended by your Board-Certified Dermatologist.

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AKNICARE™ CHEST AND BACK – Revolutionary Spray Treatment for Chest and Back Acne

We usually have treatments for facial pimples/acne, but we seldom have treatments for our chest and back acne. We don’t believe if you don’t see it, it doesn’t matter. Acne on the chest and back is very common. Men, and especially young adults won’t take their t-shirts off in public situations, or permanently wear vests, or women who refuse to wear low cut or even normal cut tops and wear stifling high necked one piece swimming costumes, just because they have disfiguring acne and blemishes on their chest and back.

Now, there is a new and convenient way to take care of our chest and back acne – Aknicare™ Chest and Back. It’s so easy to apply, just spray on the problem areas on your back and chest!

Aknicare™ Chest and Back is a unique combination of 3 key ingredients which target all the causes of back acne in a pump spray presentation. The 3 ingredients have been proven to reduce inflamed and non-inflamed spots and blackheads after weeks of use.

Aknicare™ Chest and Back works faster than conventional treatments such as antibiotics and doesn’t cause resistance

Aknicare™ Chest and Back works faster than benzoyl peroxide and doesn’t have the worrying side effects such as extreme drying of the skin and dark spots/hyperpigmentation.

Clinical studies published in the British Journal of Dermatology show less new spots emerged each week of use and old spots disappeared quickly. Oil production rates were reduced by up to 68% with an average of 53%.

The key ingredients of Triethyl citrate, Ethyl linoleate and GT peptide-10 work synergistically to transform acne skin to clear skin. These ingredients are supported by salicylic acid and calming ingredients along with products to maintain barrier function and to prevent skin drying.

 

INFINI™: 3-Dimensional Microneedle Fractional Radiofrequency for Skin Rejuvenation, Stretch marks & Scars Treatment

WHAT IS INFINI™?
Infini™ is a microneedle RF treatment device, which means it uses a combination of radiofrequency energy and microneedling to provide dramatic skin tightening and skin rejuvenation. Infini™ provides a non-surgical face lift by using microneedling fractional radiofrequency (MFR). Gold-coated microneedles are used to create controllable and fractioned radiofrequency thermal coagulation zones, which cause damage to the reticular dermis; this then results in long-term dermal remodelling, new elastin tissue formation, new collagen formation and dermal thickening, without causing epidermal injury.

WHAT ARE THE SKIN PROBLEMS TREATED BY INFINI™?
Infini™ is the ideal device for performing non-surgical cosmetic treatments on the face and neck. A number of different skin problems can be improved with Infini’s innovative microneedle and radiofrequency combination technology. Infini™ skin treatment includes:
  ▪ Skin tightening
  ▪ Improvement of Wrinkles and fine lines
  ▪ Skin rejuvenation
  ▪ Treatment of Active inflammatory Acne
  ▪ Improvement of Enlarged pores
  ▪ Improvement of Acne scars
  ▪ Scar treatment
  ▪ Treatment of Hyperhidrosis or Excessive Sweating
  ▪ Improvement of Stretch marks
  ▪ Improvement of Excessive Sebum or Oil secretion

HOW COMFORTABLE IS THE INFINI™ TREATMENT?
This depends on the type of procedure and individual, each person has his or her own pain tolerances. However, the INFINI was designed to maximize comfort for the patient with patented flow needling technology. Compared with other MRF (Microneedle Radiofrequency) and SRF (Superficial Radiofrequency) devices, many find the Infini™ more comfortable.

WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER INFINI™ THE TREATMENT?
Infini’s precise intra-dermal RF delivery with the MFR approach eliminates thermal damage to skin surface providing faster healing without downtime, and as a result lowers the risk of dark pigmentation after the treatment for all skin types. Typically, the treated area is red and appears “sunburned” or “wind chapped” for up to 24 to 48 hours. Patients may also experience minimal swelling. Following treatment, patients can resume all normal activities. We advise that patients wear adequate sun protection before going outdoors.

HOW MANY INFINI™ TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?
The number of treatments depends on age, condition of skin, amount of laxity, and desires. In general, most people should consider 3 treatment sessions, but some have been satisfied with less. With only one session of Infini™ treatment most patients will already see results.

IF I WOULD NEED MORE THAN 1 SESSION OF INFINI™, HOW OFTEN WILL THE TREATMENT SESSIONS BE?
Interval of sessions is 3-6 weeks apart. Interval of sessions can be extended to 8 weeks if needed.

ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS FROM INFINI™ TREATMENT?
Complications or negative side effects are remarkably low with the Infini™ treatments. Patient selection should be appropriate and the settings and technique should be done by a trained and licensed dermatologist. Pre-treating the skin with a balanced medical skincare regimen will also optimize the response to Infini as well as reduce the possibility of any side effects. Problems such as hyperpigmentation which can be frustrating with laser treatments in darker skin types are not typically seen with Infini™ treatments.

SPECTRA™ SOFT LASER PEEL & LASER TONING – Revolutionary New Ways to Treat Acne/Acne Scars, Enlarged Pores, Skin Pigmentations & Wrinkles With No Downtime

WHAT IS SPECTRA™ SOFT LASER PEEL?
It is the newest, non-invasive laser stimulation technique, using low-level Q-switched Nd:Yag laser, leading to natural peeling of skin using carbon lotion as photo-enhancer to achieve pore tightening, oil control, reduction of wrinkles, and skin rejuvenation. In addition, it reduces acne-causing bacteria deep in the pores to treat moderate to severe inflammatory acne.
This is a video animation to explain how Spectra™ Soft Laser Peel works:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwvvj5c5D38

WHAT IS SPECTRA™ LASER TONING?
It is a safe, gentle and effective treatments, using low-level Q-switched Nd:Yag laser, for the improvement of certain hyperpigmented conditions, such as,melasma and post-inflammatory pigmentation (dark scars). Laser toning also improves texture, evens skin tone and reduces pores.
This is a video animation to explain how Spectra™ Laser Toning works:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fywqGiMk-00

WHAT ARE THE SKIN PROBLEMS TREATED BY SPECTRA™ SOFT LASER PEEL?
• Acne
• Acne scars
• Open/Enlarged pores
• Wrinkles/Ageing skin
• Oily skin
• Uneven skin tone

WHAT ARE THE SKIN PROBLEMS TREATED BY SPECTRA™ LASER TONING?
• Melasma
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (Dark scars)
• Other kinds of Pigmentations such as Dark Underarms
• Uneven skin tone
• Open/Enlarged pores

IS SPECTRA™ SOFT LASER PEEL & LASER TONING PAINFUL?
There is no pain with the treatment. No anesthesia is required.

HOW LONG WILL EACH TREATMENT SESSION BE?
Soft laser peel & Laser toning typically requires less than 30 minutes.

HOW LONG IS THE RECOVERY TIME?
There is no downtime with Laser Soft Peel and Laser toning. Some patients may experience slight redness that may last several hours. Sometimes patients may experience mild flaking for a few days. Make-up can be applied immediately. Normal activity can be resumed right away, but your face should be protected from the sun.

HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
Patients should start noticing significant improvement after the 3rd session of Laser Soft Peel and Laser toning. Typically, 5 treatment sessions are recommended, done every 2-3 weeks. However, some patients may need additional Laser Soft Peel or Laser toning treatments to achieve satisfactory cosmetic outcome.