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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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  • What does Micro Needling do?
    Micro needling uses tiny, surgical grade needles to create a small amount of trauma to a specific depth within the skin. This provokes the body’s own wound healing mechanism and promotes the growth of stronger, healthier skin. Micro needling is also great for addressing scarring by breaking up scar tissue and stimulating tissue repair. It is also used for pigmentation – by breaking up pigment and seeding melanocytes, thus creating a more even skin tone.
  • What is PRP?
    PRP is platelet rich plasma treatment. Plasma is the component of your blood that has healing components and growth factors. We take a sample of blood from your arm, spin it and isolate the plasma. We then reinject this amazing blood component back into your areas of concern. Once returned to you, it helps stimulate tissue renewal in a natural, powerful way.
  • I'm afraid of needles! Can I still have treatments?
    We are patient and will take our time with you during treatment. Most of the needles we use are very small and usually very acceptable for clients, even those who are usually scared of needles.
  • What is a Skin Booster?
    We deliver Skin boosters with Meso therapy or with injection. These boosters are a cocktail of vitamins, bio stimulants, hyaluronic acid and specific ingredients that work on specific skin concerns. Great for hydrating the skin, building collagen, brightening and evening the skin tone and for decreasing fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Will dermal fillers hurt?
    Dermal fillers are injected into the skin with a needle or cannula, so there will be some discomfort. However, the dermal fillers we use have a local anesthetic in them, so most people find the treatment tolerable. We also take great care to make sure you are comfortable and will do everything to make sure you have the best experience possible.
  • What is the difference between a Muscle Relaxing injection and a dermal filler?
    Muscle relaxing injections come from Botulinum Toxin and are used to soften lines and wrinkles caused by muscle action. The treatment takes about 3 days to start working and will last 2.5 to 4 months. Great for frown lines, crows feet and forehead lines. Our dermal fillers are made of hyaluronic acid which is a naturally occurring substance in our body. Depending on the product used, it will last from 4 months to 2 years. Dermal fillers are great at replacing volume loss and for glamorization. Areas like Cheeks, temples, Lips and mouth lines are examples of areas treated with dermal fillers.
  • How often do I need to get Muscle Relaxing Injections?
    Most people will need to have treatment every 3 months. Some people with fast metabolisms will need treatment earlier.
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