FAQs

 

Chemical Peels
What are Peels ?
These are done with the help of fruit acids like glycolic acid, lactic acid & TCA. They act by unblocking the logged pores and remove dead skin cells and also promote collagen production. The net result is glowing, flawless skin.
What it is advised for ?
It is advised for acne-prone skin, oily skin, dull skin, pigmentation, wrinkles, skin rejuvenation, and special occasions- bridal glow. Best results are achieved with 6-8 sittings at an interval of 15 days.

 

Microdermabrasion (Skin Polishing)
What is skin Polishing?
It is a procedure whereby Micro Particles are used to remove dead skin and smoothen out uneven surface. The result is instant revived glowing complexion.
What it is advised for ?
Pigmentation, acne scar, sun damaged skin wrinkle.

 

Cryotherapy
What is skin cryotherapy ?
It is the use of local freezing for controlled destruction or removal of living tissues by “no touch” technique.
When it is recommended ?
Thick scar, skin tag, benign growth molluscum.

 

Electro surgery / Radio frequency
What is it ?
It is the use of thermal / radio waves for the treatment of benign skin lesions.
What is the Advantage ?
Multiple skin lesions can be treated in one sitting without scarring. Recommended for wart, skin tag, moles, milia.

 

Iontophoresis
What is it ?
It uses direct current to introduce active drugs/ agents through normal uninjured skin.
When it is recommended ?
It is recommended for excessive sweating of the palms/ soles, wrinkles (with glycolic acid, retinoic acid), scars (with tretinoin).

 

Botox
What is botox ?
Well established safe procedure to active wrinkle free skin. It uses natural purified protein that is injected in the skin to relax the muscles and thus eliminate dynamic wrinkles.
Is it safe ?
With advance knowledge less amount of botox is used to treat wrinkles which increase its safety profile without affecting efficiency.
Is maintenance required ?
The effect of botox lasts for 6 to 8 months. Hence it needs to be repeated 6 months interval.
What are the benefits ?
It can be used for reducing perspiration, improving smile, eyebrow lift.

 

Dermal Fillers
What are Fillers ?
These are biodegradable substances injected within the skin to fill out wrinkles, furrows.
Are there other uses ?
It is used to treat acne / pox scars, to enhance facial contour, thin lips. Follow up treatment is required at 6 months interval to maintain the youthful look.

 

Special Clinic
Light therapy (PUVA / NB-UVB) is available for treating for resistant cases of vitiligo, psoriasis. Advance treatments for chronic diseases are treated with pulse therapy like Pemphigus, Scleroderma, Alopecia.

 

Dermatosurgery
We undertake specialized surgeries like acne scar surgeries, subscision , punch surgeries, dermabrasion, vitiligo surgeries, punch graft, suction blister graft, ear lobe repair, surgical removal of cyst, corn, tags growth.

 

Laser hair reduction
What conditions can be treated ?
Excessive growth of hair, pigmentation, vascular lesions, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal (Nd.YAG laser).
What are the results ?
Laser hair reduction achieves permanent hair reduction and multiple sittings depending on the areas to be treated.
Why multiple sittings are required ?
Best results are achieved when hair follicle are in growth phase. Since all hair follicle are not in growth phase at a given time, many sittings (6 – 8) required for permanent hair reduction.
Is it safe in Indian skin ?
Newer Laser machines are equally safe as in fair skin without the risk of dyspigmentation.
What are the advantages over other hair removal methods ?
Other methods like waxing, plucking, sharing are not only short lived but also associated with boils, pigmentation, rough skin and is also painful and tedious.

 

Skin Tightening
What is Skin Tightening ?
It is a non – invasive, pain free procedure to smoothen, tighten and contour skin for an overall younger looking appearance – without surgery, injection or downtime.
How it works ?
It uses unique capacitative radio frequency technology that safety heats the deeper layers of yours skin, stimulating existing collagen and promoting new collagen growth.
How many sittings required ?
Skin Tightening procedure is a multiple sitting procedure, with zero downtime and improvements occurring over time. The results can last for years.

 

Mesotherapy
What is Mesotherapy ?
Mesotherapy is a medical speciality that involves injecting substances into the skin. It was pioneered by the French physician, Dr Michael Pistor in 1952.
Which cosmetic conditions can mesotherapy treat?
Although it is used to treat a broad spectrum of injuries, illnesses and medical conditions (pain management, cigarette quitting, sinusitis etc), it is also employed to treat cosmetic conditions including acne, cellulite, stretch marks, scars, alopecia, wrinkles, pigmentation. It can be used to reduce and contour fat.
When will I see the results?
On average, patients notice visible improvements in 2 or 3 sessions. For certain conditions, patients see results after the first session.
Are the treatments painful?
You may feel a slight pinching or bruising sensation when the injections are administered. However doctor can provide a topical anaesthetic that makes it virtually painless.