Alegra Facials and Peels

ADDITIONAL, ADVANCED PEELS ARE AVAILABLE, including peels for the treatment of rosacea, psoriasis and eczema. Please inquire.

Please see pre- and post-treatment instructions at the bottom of this page. 

PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

For more information please see: Jade Rejuvenation under "Services" listed at the left. 

The Jade Technique is the only choice for non-surgical facial and full body rejuvenation for both men and women. This treatment is for those who want to look naturally youthful and healthy with no pain or side effects. The Jade Technique combines our anti-aging methods which may help to effectively reduce:

• Fine Lines
• Wrinkles
• Drooping Jowls
• Laugh Lines
• Cellulite
• Bloating
• Enlarged Pores

Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical way to repair and restore your skin to its youthful appearance.  Alegra possesses one of the finest microdermabrasion machines in the skin care industry.  Microdermabrasion is a method of refining the texture of your skin while tightening the layers below the surface.  Microdermabrasion ceates a vacuum stimulation required to increase blood flow to he surface of the skin for collagen and elastin reformation.  Microdermabrasion aids in maintaining healthy skin, decreasing the appearance of age spots, acne scarring, uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation, improving skin texture, fine lines and scarring and scar resurfacing.

You will feel minimum discomfort and no recovery time is required.  During treatment you may feel a slight stinging/tingling sensation.  There will be a visibly healthy glow following your treatment similar to how your skin may react after moderate cardiovascular activity.  Removing deal cells revitalizes your skin and prepares it for better absorption of topical nutrients.  It is imperative that sun screen be used throughout your microdermabration series and as a regular part of your skin care regime.  Continued treatments are recommended to maintain optimum results. 

Usually a series of 4-8 treatments will achieve the desired results.  Treatments may be scheduled 10-14 days apart which allows for maimum rejuvenation of the skin. 

PRE-TREATMENT PROTOCOLS FOR SKIN PEELS

WHO SHOULD NOT HAVE A PEEL? CONTRA-INDICATIONS:

Anyone who has any of the following situations should NOT have a peel at this time:

• Accutane use within the past six (6) months
• Active herpes simplex (cold sores) on treatment area
• Facial warts
• Pregnant or lactating women (except for the Oxygenation Trio Treatment or a Detox Gel Deep Pore Treatment)
• History of sun allergies
• Prior adverse reaction to a skin peel
• Recent radiation treatment for cancer
• Sunburn, significant sun exposure or wind-burn with the last two (2) weeks
• Surgery or cryosurgery within the last month in the area to be peeled
• Current use of antibiotics (may cause skin to be ultra-sensitive).

The following protocols are required prior to a peel. Better results will be achieved if the following recommendations are followed:

1. Before an appointment refrain from:

Having a chemical peel (14 days prior) - results will be unpredictable.

Tanning in a tanning booth or in the sun (3 weeks prior and post-treatment).

Sun exposure or tanning booth exposure may result in hyperpigmentation.

Having a wax or chemical depilatory treatment (7 days prior).

Getting Botox® or dermal fillers injected (7 days prior).

Using Retin-A®, Differin®, Tazorac® and high percentage glycolic acid products (5-10 days prior).

2. Before an appointment DO: 

Use a PCA Skin® Clinical Care Products trial pak for at least two weeks prior to any treatment to prepare the skin for a peel and to allow for maximum treatment results. (See “Consultation” above). The trial size pre-peel products package provides enough products to prepare your skin for the peel treatment. 

Discontinue Retin-A®, Renova® or Avage® and high percentage glycolic acid products for five to 10 prior to your treatment, and Tazorac® for 10-14 days post-treatment. (NOTE: Always check with your treating physician before discontinuing the use of any prescription medications). 

3. If lactating, pregnant or possibly pregnant, you may have the Oxygenating Trio Treatment or a Detox Gel Deep Pore Treatment ONLY.

REQUIRED: For the first TWO days do NOT:

• Apply ice or ice water to the treated areas.
• Put the face directly into a hot shower spray. Do not use a hot tub, steam room or sauna or go swimming.
• Participate in activities that would cause excessive perspiration.
• Use ANY exfoliators or loofas or other means of exfoliation on the treated area

• Use a Post Peel Pak which contains all the necessary products to protect and enhance your treatment. Follow the directions for use.
  
• IT IS ESSENTIAL to avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat after a peel. ABSOLUTELY do not go to a tanning booth! Exposure to the sun and overheating may cause hyperpigmentation. Use pHaze 6+ Hydrator Plus SPF 25, or pHaze 7 Protecting Hydrator SPF25 for daily sun protection.
  
• DO NOT rub, pick or pull any loosening or exfoliating skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation.
  
• Discontinue Retin-A® or Renova® for seven days post treatment, and Tazorac® for 10-14 days post-treatment. (NOTE: Always check with your treating physician before discontinuing the use of any prescription medications).
  
• DO NOT have any electrolysis, collagen, Botox® or Restylane® injections, facial waxing or use depilatories for approximately five days after treatment.

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