We are always available to answer any questions you may have prior to your treatment or after. We have put some of the most asked questions here to give you some immediate answers, but feel free to contact us if you have a question that is not listed.
Our office does an ENHANCED version of microdermabrasion. It’s the deluxe treatment! Microdermabrasion is a mechanical exfoliation process. Your skin will be glowing when you leave.
Pelleve stimulates your own body to produce collagen. This occurs gradually and with no down time! 3-4 treatments are recommended every 4-6 weeks. Ideal for the busy professional who may not have time for any downtime.
Rejuvapen is also another treatment process that stimulates collagen production. You will see a reduction of fine lines & wrinkles, and a tightening affect. Rejuvapen can also be beneficial on improving acne scar appearance. 3 treatments recommended every 6-8 weeks.
Topical numbing is applied prior to each treatment. Down time of 2-3 days is average, however, some clients report 1 day of downtime.
BOTH treatment process require a maintence treatment once every 6 months. This is important to maintain those results.
We offer a variety of chemical peels. Your clinician will discuss what your needs are and what peel(s) can do for you at the time of your consultation.
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that fights free radicals (i.e.: pollution, sun, smoke) do to our skin. Not all vitamin C products are the same. One product line has an excellent vitamin C in their product line. Many clients say Vita-Rich Serum from Sanitas is “like gold in a bottle.”
An image conscious man or woman who is concerned about their appearance.
Most patients will experience few side effects, if any. If a side effect does occur, bruising is the most common. Temporary side effects include: dull head ache, nausea, flu-like feeling. Another side effect, although rare, is a droopy eyelid or eyebrow.
Prescription Dysport is an injection used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) and wrinkles around the eyes (crows feet).
Absolutely! Renu Skincare will only administer true Dysport by a Registered Nurse. Dysport is FDA approved.
Effects of treatment may last 3 to 6 months; the average is 4 months.
Dysport and Botox are the cosmetic equivalent to Pepsi and Coke. Dysport and Botox are different strains of the same neurotoxin yet have the same effect on the muscle into which it is injected. It relaxes the muscle activity. In the United States, Botox is the product we’ve heard most about. In Europe, Dysport is the leader. Renu Skincare will help determine which is the better treatment for you.
Dysport seems to have a quicker onset of 1-2 days. Whereas Botox has a onset of 3-5 days.
Cost is similar between both products. Depending the strength of the muscle group being treated, Dysport could run the client slightly less.
Yes. Results are seen immediately; mild to moderate redness and swelling may be apparent for 2-3 days after your treatment.
Juvederm is used for lines on the face.
Juvederm is an injectable hyaluronic acid gel that is used to smooth facial tissue to smooth wrinkles and folds. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring sugar found in the human body. The role of this acid is to deliver nutrients, hydrate the skin by holding water and to act as a cushioning agent.
A topical numbing agent and/or dental infiltration is typically used to decrease any discomfort during the procedure.
Yes. Results are seen immediately; mild to moderate redness and swelling may be apparent for 2-3 days after your treatment.
Restylane is used for lines on the face.
A topical numbing agent and/or dental infiltration is typically used to decrease any discomfort during the procedure.
