Lamelle Medical Facial

What are Lamelle Medical Facials ?

As we age, our imperfections turn into multi-layered problems and sometimes current options do not address all these problems. Lamelle Facials address these problems which are typically customized for each client after an initial analysis.
Who would benefit from exfoliation treatments with Lamelle Medical Facials ?
* Many skin problems are associated with excessive build up of dead cells making the skin hardened and dull. Problems are exacerbated by exposure to the sun, pollution, and other environmental effects, leading to skin damage and disease.
* Mild exfoliation treatments are usually suitable for all skin types including those patients with acne or sensitive skin.
* All skin types can be treated
* All age groups even the very young can be treated
* All areas of the body can be treated
* Patients with hormonal pigmentation problems such as melasma
* Individuals who have sunspots, , sun-damaged skin, dry, ageing skin, oily skin with enlarged pores and acne scarring are also good candidates.

What are the different kinds of Lamelle Medical Facials ?

There are 4 different types of superficial Facials depending on the specific problem:
Problematic Skin-Acne: using Beta Plus Peels , Purity Clay Mask and Retinol serum , which are active ingredients  used to :
* address the trigger for acne
* exfoliate the skin to prevent entrapment of sebum
* Address ongoing oil production
* Treats acne resistant to normal therapies
* Treats all skin types with minimal risk to the client

Pigmentation Facials: using Beta Peels  and TCA overlays.
* Addresses the trigger for pigmentation with patented pigment inhibiting peptides such as  Oligopeptide 34 and 3 other brightening peptides
* Treats superficial and deep hormonal pigmentation depending on the type of Facial done and the number of layers used in the Facial
* Helps mop up free radicals with  powerful antioxidants  present in the brightening serum
* Treats all skin types with minimal risk to the client

Revitilisation Facials :  using fruit acids such Mandelac15/15, Mandelac 30/30, Glycomask 20,
* Protect collagen by mopping up free radicals  which break down collagen
* inhibits glycation products which cause gumming up of our collagen and cause wrinkles
* contains fruit acids which revitalise the skin such as  Mandelac15/15, Mandelac 30/30, Glycomask 20,
* inhibit proteases which break down collagen
* Treats all skin types with minimal risk to the client

Photo Ageing Facials: using Neurosensory AHA inhibitors
* Protects collagen by mopping up free radicals  which break down collagen
* Treats the elastosis ( abnormal collagen due to sun damage)  of the skin which results in  wrinkles using Neurosensory AHA’s inhibitors Treats skin laxity which results in sagging( Lactifirm 90/10 Facial)
*  Treats all skin types with minimal risk to the client
* The Neurosensory inhibitors ensure a pain free experience

What preparation of the skin is needed prior to an exfoliation procedure?

After your initial consultation, you will be given a Brightening cream such as Luminesce which must be applied to the entire face daily for ten to 14 days before the peeling process can begin. This down regulates 6 enzyme pathways that produces melanin and will prevent the possibility of post inflammatory pigmentation PIH that can occur after any exfoliation procedure.
Properties and benefits of Luminesce:
* This wider inhibitory effect is an industry first, positioning the Luminesce range as one of the most innovative.
* Lamelle uses groundbreaking peptide technology (Oligopeptide 34) for treating pigmentation and has recently added 3 new peptides to the program which offers excellent results in combating epidermal age spots and post inflammatory hyper- pigmentation ( PIH).
* An added benefit is that the combination of peptides used in the range are growth factor mimicking peptides that  offer anti-ageing benefits to the skin as they stimulate collagen producing cells.
* Luminesce used twice daily for 8 weeks will reduce the appearance of age spots and is safe for use on all skin types and wont produce sensitivity.   
* Traditional skin lightening cosmeceutical products as well as prescription medications try combating age spots with disappointing results or worse - cause hypersensitive skin, which in turn aggravates pigmentation .

What results can be expected after Lamelle Medical Facials ?

Fine lines and wrinkles become less apparent
* Skin tone evens out
* Texture becomes more refined
* Oily or acne prone skin is improved
* Enlarged pores appear smaller
* Superficial scars appear reduced
* Skin appears healthier and more youthful
* Pigmentation is reduced in all skin types

What makes Lamelle Medical Facials different from other medical facials ?

Lamelle medical Facials use the following:
Recombitant human Growth Factors rhGF which won the Nobel  Prize for science in 1986 and are 5 x the speed of prescription medication such as Retin A etc. They cause significant dermal and epidermal stimulation and stimulate new vessel growth which is vital for anti ageing.
Patented pigment inhibiting peptide such as Oligopeptide 34 and 3 other Peptides which  down regulate  8  enzyme pathways that produces melanin and will prevent the possibility of post inflammatory pigmentation PIH that can occur after any exfoliation procedure.
Beta Peel  plus which addresses acne and pigmentation without all the adverse reactions which occur with traditional Facials such as burning, dryness, peeling and post inflammatory pigmentation.
Mandelac Products which contain Lactic Acid for gentle exfoliation and   increased moisturisation and Mandelic Acid for gentle exfoliation. These products are suited for dry or sensitive skins and results are achieved without downtime or peeling.
Lacti-firm 90/10contains Lactic acid 90% and DMAE 10 %. Lactic acid has been introduced as a new therapeutic peeling agent for Melasma especially in black skin. DMAE has potent skin tightening properties for skin laxity
Neurosensory inhibitors for AHA’s reduce the amount of pain experienced during a Facial procedure without comprising the efficacy of the Facial and results.
Clay based TCA Refresh lotion is a proprietary formula with multiple layers in one layer.  The low concentration of TCA 5% has s a continuous release lotion with the effects of 10 % concentration and is ideal for Melasma or hormonal pigmentation.

What to Expect After a Lamelle Medical Facials ?

Usually the skin is normal immediately after a mild Lamelle Medical Facials and makeup may be applied after your session.  In addition, a PDT session straight after the Facial  will help prevent post inflammatory pigmentation and improve the final result.
* Depending upon the strength of the alpha hydroxy chemical Facial, a mild redness of the skin may occur following the procedure followed by mild  scaling that ends within three to seven days.
* Lamelle Facials may be repeated at one to four-week intervals for a series of 6 Facials until the desired clinical effect is achieved. With each additional treatment, you should see incremental gains in the overall appearance of the skin.
* Your skin usually feels tighter and smoother but may also feel a little sting or itch. 
* You will care for your skin by using a mild non-abrasive cleanser or other mild products for five days as well as protecting your new skin with adequate sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide  as an active ingredient.
* In addition, it is best to avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Can Lamelle Medical Facials be combined with other treatments?

Lamelle Medical Facials can be performed alone or in combination with numerous other treatments we offer. For maximal benefit, 4 to 6 in-office professional Lamelle Medical Facials every 2 – 4 weeks should be teamed with an anti ageing optional extra to create an environment in which the skin is continuously rejuvenated.
At Skin Renewal we pride ourselves on visible results. As an aesthetic clinic we offer anti ageing treatments and problem specific additives as an addition to our Facials to ensure amazing results.  If you feel that your skin requires more intensive treatments please schedule an appointment with the aesthetic doctor to determine which medical aesthetic treatment should be prescribed.
Anti Ageing and problem specific optional extras after Lamelle Medical Facials are for:
* Acne using TCA overlays
*  Anti Ageing using Growth Factors transdermal Mesotherapy or a   Growth Factor mask
* Anti oxidant  using Transdermal Vit C
* Firming using transdermal DMAE, LIPOIC ACID and Silicium.
* Hydrating using transdermal mesotherapy  with Hyaluronic Acid
* Hormonal Pigmentation using TCA overlays
* Microdermabrasion
* Sensitive Skin using a Betagel  serum

How many treatment sessions are needed?

Results can be seen after the third or fourth treatment. For best results 4 to 8 treatments are needed 2 weeks apart.
Can all skin types be safely treated with Lamelle Medical Facials?
Yes, Lamelle Medical Facials safely treats all skin types without significant pain or down-time. It can  improve acne, texture, pores, pigmentation,  and surface irregularities in only 4 to  6 treatment sessions two to  four  weeks apart..

The Lamelle Medical facials are available in Johannesburg, Sandton, Pretoria and Cape Town at the Rivonia, Parkhurst, Sandton, Fourways, Irene, Cape Quarter, Claremont, Stellenbosch and Willowbridge branches

Skin Renewal Tip:

Unfortunately  “Perfect skin”  has not been handed out by nature - it has to be bought and this usually comes at an expensive price. No matter how great your skin is at 25,  the inevitable age spots, pigmentation marks, red blemishes and sagging will slowly leave their marks on one’s face by the time one reaches 35 .
Our signature treatment at Skin Renewal, 3 D Skin Rejuvenation™, is one of the most effective non ablative skin rejuvenation solutions available and involves combining three clinical applications viz. Titan, Photo Genesis and Laser Genesis. Separately each clinical application presents a powerful solution for the most in demand, fastest growing procedures with no downtime. At Skin Renewal 3 D Skin Rejuvenation™ by Cutera is combined with a Radiofrequency procedure, Transdermal Mesotherapy with Growth Factors alternating with  the Carboxy Mesoglow Facial  for enhanced results and a brighter complexion. See before and after pictures below .
At Skin Renewal , with  combination  treatments every 2 weeks, in 3 months we can take almost any skin to the next level: : luminous, smooth and tight