Treatment guide · Wilmslow

HydraFacial

Learn about HydraFacial at Dr Sknn, including suitability, treatment planning, the procedure, recovery, material risks, aftercare and frequently asked questions. Your clinician will confirm whether this treatment—or another treatment—is appropriate for you.

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Dr Eddie Shaffu, Medical Lead at Dr Sknn
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The treatment explained

About HydraFacial.

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This super serum delivers 6 different forms of hyaluronic acid and natural botanicals that increase skin hydration instantly, by tightening the skin it reduces fine lines and wrinkles while also reducing visible signs of redness and inflammation making it a perfect super serum for red carpet treatments, its long term effects includes skin protection against internal and external free radical damage.

By utilising a combination of a brightening solution we brighten and balance the skin tone while minimizing the appearance of dark and sun spots which are caused by environmental exposure and ageing. The brighten and balance will leave you looking glowing and feeling refreshed while naturally inhibiting melanin production. Used on areas with dark spots to even skin tone. Natural Inhibits melanin production. The Dr Sknn Brighten & Balance can be used on the face, neck, décolleté and hands.

This has been specifically formulated to deeply hydrate and soothe the skin while infusing anti-aging ingredients. It is ideal for anyone who experiences temporary dryness due to travel or winter conditions or who have an impaired barrier function or dehydration by providing deep hydration, rejuvenation and plumping while soothing dry skin.

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What to expect

Before, during and after your treatment.

Your exact experience and recovery are individual. Your clinician will explain what applies to you.

01 · Before History, goals and suitability.

Your clinician reviews medical history, medicines, previous treatment, the relevant area and the change you would like to discuss. Suitability, alternatives and risks are covered before a plan is agreed.

02 · During What should I expect during the Consultation?

At Dr Sknn, during the consultation a medical history including a physical examination will be performed including photographs. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results, or questions you may have. Prior to the treatment any post treatment advice and risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them.

03 · After Is there any downtime following Treatment?

What to Expect During and Immediately After Treatment Your skin may experience temporary irritation, tightness, or redness. These are all normal reactions that typically resolve within 72 hours depending on skin sensitivity. You may experience tingling and stinging during the treatment area. These sensations generally subside within three hours of treatment.

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Questions before booking

Frequently asked questions.

Preparation, treatment, recovery, suitability and aftercare guidance to support your consultation.

How Does it work?
HydraFacial uses a unique, patented Vortex-Fusion delivery system to exfoliate, extract and hydrate the skin, it dislodges and removes impurities in the skin while simultaneously delivering hydrating skin solutions.
What should I expect during the Consultation?
At Dr Sknn, during the consultation a medical history including a physical examination will be performed including photographs. During the consultation there will be an opportunity to discuss any concerns, expectations, results, or questions you may have. Prior to the treatment any post treatment advice and risks associated with the treatment are discussed ensuring you fully understand them.
How do you Tailor Make a Facial for Dr Sknn Tailor-Made Facial?
At Dr Sknn we use our expert knowledge coupled with an artificial intelligent to complete a skin analysis, a skin diagnostic is then made targeting 8 issues in specific, we then carefully select and adapt the active ingredients and their concentrations and freshly make and prescribe a made-to-measure evidence based serum unique to you and you only.
Which areas can be treated with a Hydrafacial at Dr Sknn?
At Dr Sknn we offer the treatment of HydraFacial to the following areas: Face Neck Décolletage Back Hands Legs Lips Eyes Hair
Who can’t have the Treatment?
Some of the contraindications are listed below. Please note that during the consultation we will assess suitability for the treatment Anyone who is pregnant, lactating or breastfeeding Any known Autoimmune skin conditions/diseases – Such as Lupus, Scleroderma, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Is there any downtime following Treatment?
What to Expect During and Immediately After Treatment Your skin may experience temporary irritation, tightness, or redness. These are all normal reactions that typically resolve within 72 hours depending on skin sensitivity. You may experience tingling and stinging during the treatment area. These sensations generally subside within three hours of treatment.
What Should I avoid post treatment?
Some of the post-treatment advice is listed below. Please note that during the consultation you will be provided with a complete list. The treatment area is more susceptible to sunburn, sun damage and hyperpigmentation. Avoid direct sun exposure and use a minimum of SPF 40 sunscreen.
Are there any side effects?
Your skin might experience temporary irritation, tightness or redness which usually dissipates within 72 hours depending on skin sensitivity. Additionally, if you do not use sunscreen minimum SPF 30 in addition to the post care instructions you may be more susceptible to sunburn, sun damage and hyperpigmentation. You may experience some dryness over the treated area
Every how long can I have a Treatment session?
We advise you leave a minimum of one week between treatments, however, the time frame changes depending on which hydrafacial treatment is performed.
How can I maintain my results?
First and foremost the avoidance of lifestyle factors and sun exposure in addition to using sun protection factor will prolong the results and reduce further age and sun related ageing. By utilising skin care regimes – by performing a skin analysis at Dr Sknn we are able to provide you with a patient centered personalised tailor-made skincare regime that has a possible combinations of 57 possible concentrations and 1159 possible combinations to maintain results
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