SkinTyte™ Chicago
This skin tightening treatment utilizes pulsed light technology to deeply heat your skin while cooling and protecting the treated surface. SkinTyte is a quick and safe treatment with no downtime that results in a more youthful appearance.
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How Does It Work?
The SkinTyte treatment utilizes a broadband of light energy to deeply heat collagen. This heat promotes partial denaturation and contraction of collagen. The heat also initiates the body's natural healing process that creates renewed collagen leading to increased skin firmness. The number of treatments is different for every patient. Typically, a series of 2-3 treatments is recommended.
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What can I expect after the treatment?
You may experience some mild redness in the treated area but this will return to normal within minutes. SkinTyte is a noninvasive treatment, so you may resume normal activity immediately following treatment.
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Melasma
What is Melasma?
Melasma, also known as “The Mask of Pregnancy”, is a common skin condition characterized by by distinct, dark brown patches on the face and sometimes body. The cheeks, bridge of nose, forehead, chin, and upper lip are places where melasma is most likely to form. This condition is believed to be brought on by the stimulation of melanocytes, or pigment-producing cells. Hormones like estrogen and progesterone produce more melanin during pregnancy and when the skin is exposed to excessive sunlight.
Melanage Skin Lightening System
The Melanage Skin Lightening System is a superficial chemical peel designed to improve the texture and appearance of hyperpigmented skin. It consists of a comprehensive regimen that starts with a cream mask, applied in-office, as well as an easy to follow at-home regimen. There is no pain involved and only minimal discomfort.
Who is a good candidate?
Anyone desiring a more even, radiant complexion can use the Melanage peel. The Skin Lightening System will lift sun damage, dyschromia, and hyperpigmentation, but It is especially effective for darker skin types and patients who suffer from melasma, who may not be a candidate for traditional laser treatments.
Call Ritacca Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Center, Vernon Hills, at 847-367-8815 for more information on SkinTyte, or click here to email us. Serving Libertyville, Gurnee, Mundelein and all surrounding areas.
