Skin Vitality

Brows What type of Permanent Cosmetic Service is best for my eyebrows? Powder Fill This type is the most commonly seen. However, if you can tell that it's tattooed on, then it’s not done well and or it is what is called the “Solid Brow” or block brow technique. Powder fill techniques and pigments have come a LONG way over the years and the result that I achieve is a very soft and powdery look, undetectable from traditional cosmetic pencils except that they are perfectly applied 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are also a great a base should you desire to add more with traditional makeup. The powder fill is a recommended technique for skin that is oily or has large pores. Ombre Ombre’ Brows are similar to powder-filled eyebrows but go from dark to light towards the upper part of the brow. This is my new personal favorite—it’s beautiful and soft. This is also the latest trend in Permanent Makeup. What’s more, it’s a great way to cover up failed microblading eyebrows. Hair Stroke AKA Microblading, 3D Eye Brows, Embroidery Brows, Feather Brows This type of brow is taking the internet and social media by storm. The service can be done with a machine or with a manual tool. I do both and pick the method based on the client’s skin and lifestyle. Once your shape has been drawn, each hair stroke is individually implanted with pigment to give the appearance of actual “hairs” in a beautiful pattern. The simulated hairs are not mirrored from one brow to another. Instead, they flow with the natural hairs that are growing in your brow area. I also find this is far better when done with a single nanoneedle as it allows for a more durable, hairline stroke with more even healing. Using a single nanoneedle to create the appearance of a hair stroke is a mastered art form that can only be achieved with years of experience. Book now! Permanent Makeup or Semi-Permanent Makeup? Any time the skin is punctured, poked or mini-sliced and pigment is deposited it is a permanent change! There is no such thing as semi-permanent makeup. To find out more about the myth of semi-permanent makeup and microblading, go to www.spcp.org. All cosmetic procedures fade, and some may fade away completely over time. There are many factors that affect the length of time that you will be satisfied with the appearance of your pigment. The pigment particles are placed into the dermal layer of the skin and remain there permanently, hence the name permanent cosmetics. This is not meant to imply that your pigments will look the same forever. Just like a chair sitting in the window fades from sunlight, pigments are affected and change over time based on numerous factors like medications, lifestyle, skin products, esthetic treatment, UV exposure, skin health, age and so on. Your skin is a living organ and like the rest of our body, it changes. Skin Vitality advises to refrain from getting color refreshing or boosting services for as long as possible, and instead use traditional cosmetics to enhance your fading pigment. This will ensure a truly “fresh” boost when the time comes and it also protects the integrity of the skin. We recommended to wait a minimum of 18 months before getting your first color refreshing service. You may not want or need to come back for to come back for several years. Due to the high quality of pigments we use at Skin Vitality you are not committed in any way to continuous maintenance. Your pigment will simply fade away slowly over time. However, generally speaking our clients love their look so much that we often see them between 2 and 10 years for a color boost. Is one type of service better for me than another? YES! Most clients have certain factors that greatly influence the success of Permanent Cosmetic Services. Answering a few simple questions really helps in deciding which technique is right for you. Is your skin oily with large pores? If YES, then you are a fabulous candidate for permanent cosmetics because you are most likely struggling with keeping your cosmetics in place. If you have this skin type you are less likely to be a candidate for the hair stroke technique. Your skin type may simply not allow the delicate hair strokes to heal within the skin. The Powder Fill Technique is more likely to be beautiful for you for an extended time. There are clients with oily skin that prefer to try the hair stroke technique—and many go very successfully—but the decision is ultimately yours. **Medications often prescribed for troubled skin are also a red flag that you should wait for your service. Those on Accutane must wait a full calendar year prior to obtaining permanent cosmetic services.

Skin Vitality is a Premier Provider of Ultherapy®. We have more than one Ultherapy® device and our entire staff has completed Ultherapy® advanced training. Make an appointment and let us give you a little lift. The Treatment FDA-cleared Ultherapy Ultherapy uses time-tested ultrasound energy to lift and tighten the skin naturally—without surgery or downtime. The Non-invasive Lift Ultherapy is the only non-invasive procedure FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, under the chin and on the eyebrow. Now also FDA-cleared to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, Ultherapy can help you achieve a fresher look from your brow to your chest! Focused Ultrasound. No Surgery. Ultherapy harnesses the power of ultrasound to transform the brow, chin, neck and chest. Ultrasound, of course, has been used throughout the medical field for more than 50 years—and Ultherapy has been established as effective in clinical studies* and in over a million treatments worldwide. Ultherapy relies on ultrasound therapy to deliver its collagen-boosting treatment. It also incorporates traditional ultrasound imaging, which allows practitioners to see the layers of tissue they are treating, ensuring the treatment energy is delivered to where it will be most beneficial.

Tattoo Removal How does it work? The Q-switched NdYAG Laser “fractures” the ink pigment into particles small enough for the ink to be removed using the body’s natural filtering system. Will this hurt? Many patients commonly compare the sensation felt during laser treatments to a rubber band snapping against the skin. However, what the laser feels like depends on the depth and area of treatment as well as an individual's tolerance for pain. If pain is a concern, we can discuss pain management options during you comprehensive consultation What can I expect after my treatment? Upon completion of a tattoo removal treatment, some patients may experience minor discomfort and redness. This should subside quickly (approximately 24-48 hours). It is recommended that the treated area be covered with an antibiotic ointment for one week. How many treatments will I need? The number of treatments needed is hard to predict. The body will absorb the broken up ink and remove it through the body’s natural filtering system. Typically, professional tattoos require 6-9 treatments approximately 8-12 weeks apart. The number of treatments depends on the amount and type of ink that was used and the depth of the ink in the skin. The dark (blue and black) and the red inks will resolve best. Oranges and purples usually fade as well. Yellow ink or colors combined with yellow ink are more difficult to remove and may never completely resolve. A thorough consultation is required in order to formulate an individualized treatment plan for optimal results.

3-in-1 advanced Silkpeel Dermalinfusion technology simultaneously exfoliates, extracts and infuses for radiant and rejuvenated skin. How It Works Get Results Get both instant and long-term results with Dermalinfusion, offering repair and recovery from hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, uneven texture, and roughness. Dermalinfusion doesn’t stop working when the treatment ends. Fullness, smoothness, and radiance last for days. And, because the treatment stimulates renewal within the skins, improvement continues as new, healthy cells rise to the surface and minimize previous concerns. Just 1 Dermalinfusion treatment can transform skin*—but a series will deliver dramatic results. Ask us about a 6 to 8-week Dermalinfusion series to speed clearing and rejuvenate, smooth, hydrate, and even skin tone. *Individual results may vary

Medical grade chemical peels exfoliate and stimulate the skin to speed up and repair cell generation for healthy, brighter, vibrant skin. How It Works Medical grade chemical peels exfoliate and stimulate the skin to speed up and repair cell generation. Using naturally occurring acids, chemical peels are designed to shed dull, dead skin cells to promote the correction of some of the most common skin conditions, restore a healthy glow and improve product penetration. Many peels work at a cellular level and don’t visually “peel” the skin. These superficial peels are best done in a series and are great combined with other treatments. When a more aggressive peel is necessary, we have that too. We have a variety of peels that we customize to meet your specific skincare needs and goals. Great to refresh the face, neck, chest, hands and arms, chemical peels are excellent treatments for anyone who wants to: Remove surface damage Increase elasticity Reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles Fade sun damage and brown spots Diminish acne Improve skin texture Restore skin to a healthy state *Individual results may vary

Rohrer Spectrum Laser/IPL Treatments How it works Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments deliver specific pulses of energy to the skin non-invasively. Collagen boosting IPL treatments leave your skin looking radiant. Is it for me? IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) treatments can safely be applied to most skin types. It can be used to treat spider veins, age spots, improve the appearance of sun damage, scars, fine lines and wrinkles redness, rosacea, large pores, pigment imperfections and acne. Downtime/Recovery Depending on the treated area, some swelling and irritation may occur. However, the majority of the treatments have little to no downtime and few side effects. Is it painful? Discomfort is usually minimal. Many patients compare the sensation to the “snap of a rubber band.” How many treatments will I need? The number of treatments needed will vary from patient to patient. Typically, a series of 3-6 treatments, 4 weeks apart is recommended for optimal results. A thorough consultation is required in order to formulate an individualized treatment plan. What is VPL™? Variable Pulsed Light is a safe and effective technology that is clinically proven to treat acne, rosacea, thread veins, fine lines/wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and other visible signs of sun damage. Collagen boosting VPL™ treatments leave your skin looking radiant. The variable pulses of light emitted from the VPL™ can effectively treat and remove skin imperfections safely and easily. Variable pulsed light can ensure controlled absorption of light by the target chromophore while minimizing heating of the surrounding tissue. Each light pulse consists of a sequence of rapid micro-pulses. The number, duration, and frequency of micro-pulses can be adapted to suit each patient, ensuring optimum treatment results are achieved every time, even on darker skin tones. VPL Treats: Age Spots Freckles Sun Damage Spider Veins Redness Rosacea Large Pores Pigment Imperfections Acne *Individual results may vary

Microneedling may dramatically increase the amount of healthy collagen in the skin. During the process of microneedling, small micro-channels are created in the skin to activate the body’s natural healing response. What Types of Conditions Does Microneedling Treat? Acne scarring Trauma scars Accumulated sun damage Wrinkles Texture and tone Hair loss Microneedling Collagen Induction Therapy is a new and innovative skin facial rejuvenation procedure taking the beauty industry by storm. It is a minimally-invasive, non-surgical procedure for skin rejuvenation that involves the use of a microneedling device to reduce fine lines and deep wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation, age spots, acne scars, stretch marks and hair loss. It also leads to improved volume, strength, and resiliency to create smoother texture for brighter, more youthful looking skin. Microneedling is nearly painless, fast, minimal down-time and long-lasting way to get rid of your wrinkles. Microneedling is also for Hair Restoration / Hair Growth The hair follicle from which hair arises depends on the surrounding blood vessels to provide nutrients and growth factors. With age, these blood vessels become less effective in supplying the hair follicle which then shrinks and stops producing hair. Studies have shown that improving the blood supply to follicles improves the health and functioning of the follicle. The growth factors stimulate new blood vessel growth which promotes hair growth, as well as increasing follicle and hair size. After two to three treatments, patients report a thicker, fuller head of hair. *Individual results may vary PiXel8-RF What is it? Pixel8-RF is a minimally invasive fractional, bi-polar radio frequency system that disperses micro-needles deep within the dermis to produce skin tightening and rejuvenation. Pixel8-RF can be used on all areas of the body as it combines the latest advancement in Micro-Needling and Radio Frequency technologies. How It Works Pixel8-RF provides a precise and controlled coagulation and hemostasis within the dermis that helps stimulate collagen. This stimulation of collagen results in dramatic skin tightening and skin rejuvenation. The micro-needle depth can be adjusted, allowing for customized treatments to each area treated. Is Pixel8-RF for me? Pixel8-RF is not a laser. The micro-needles precisely deliver Radio Frequency into the dermal tissues making it safe to use on all skin types and all colors of skin. Pixel8-RF can be used on all areas of the face and body for skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, acne scar improvement, skin tone and texture improvement, pore reduction, scar reduction, stretch mark reduction, double chin reduction, jowl lifting, eyebrow lifting, neck lifting and hand rejuvenation. How many treatments will I need? As with any procedure, results vary. Although results may be seen after just one treatment, a minimum of three (3) treatments, four (4) weeks apart is recommended for an optimal outcome. Because we deliver a customized approach for all of our treatments, a thorough consultation is required in order to formulate a treatment plan for achieving optimal results. Downtime Patients usually experience minimal to no downtime and have few restrictions following the Pixel8-RF treatment. Most patients will experience redness and some minor swelling after the procedure. However, this usually subsides within 24 hours or less. Makeup can be applied to the treatment area in as little as 24 hours after the treatment.

Dermaplaning is a treatment that is used to gently and effectively exfoliate the skin as well as remove “peach fuzz”. It’s a favorite treatment for women with sensitive skin who may get reactions from facial waxing. Dermaplaning can be virtually painless and gently clears away dead skin cells while also clearing facial hair. We offer a range of proven medical grade products to revive, rejuvenate and combat aging. *Individual results may vary