As the summer months approach the anticipation for that long overdue holiday starts to build and the preparations for the summer begin. Discover the best ways to get smooth, hydrated, hair-free skin. Covering all the treatments you need to ensure your skin is summer-ready!
Laser Hair Removal treatment
For most people hair removal is essential in the warmer months, especially when you want to wear that new bikini or summer dress. At Simply Clinics, we offer an effective, permanent (up to 80% hair reduction) hair removal solution, with our Luminous Lightsheer Diode laser (805 & 1060 at our Southgate branch), treating all photo types, and offering everyone a long-term hair removal method.
Laser Hair removal works with the use of intense light to heat and destroy the hair follicle, as the laser travels down to the hair shaft, targeting the pigment in the hair from the root making it a permanent solution to remove unwanted hair.
Aftercare for your laser sessions:
After your first laser hair removal session, for the next 24 – 48hours it is important to avoid:
- Any strenuous activity that will cause heat or sweat to the area, for example, any exercise, hot showers, saunas and tight clothing.
- Perfumed lotions/oils on the area, along with any active ingredients in skincare such as exfoliants, Vitamin C and retinol for the next 5 days due to sensitivity.
- No sun exposure/ sun beds for the next 2 weeks.
Maintenance:
We recommend 10-12 sessions, with hormonal areas like the face, bikini, and underarms needing more due to coarse hair. Maintain results with follow-up sessions, as the frequency depends on your hair type and consistency of prior treatments.
Obagi Chemical peel
Another option for achieving your best summer skin this year is through our chemical peels. A chemical peel is going to help exfoliate the skin and remove the built-up dead skin and texture, while stimulating the growth of new, youthful skin cells. If you are dealing with pigmentation from post-acne scars on the face or body, a chemical peel is going to help fade them away, ensuring glowing summer skin!
At Simply Clinic’s we have the Obagi Blue Peel intended to help with acne, scarring, uneven skin texture, pigmentation, and fine lines, helping you to achieve overall radiance to the skin.
We offer Obagi chemical peel for the face and body, with the most common areas being the arms, back and bum cheeks as people experience acne or skin texturing such as Keratosis Pilaris along the body. If you are getting bikini-ready this summer, then this treatment will provide smooth, glowing skin for those ‘problem’ areas, if you are dealing with stubborn acne scarring and texture.
A package of treatments is recommended to help achieve the desired result. With sessions 4 weeks apart, you should be able to see results before the start of your holidays!
Aftercare for chemical peels:
Once you have completed a chemical peel treatment you must avoid:
- Any form of heat or sweat to the area for the next 24 – 48 hours, including hot showers, sauna and intense exercise which may cause you to sweat.
- Any active ingredients on the areas for the next week, you may experience some drying or flaking to the skin but with a good hydrating skincare routine this should be very minimal.
- Sun exposure/sun beds will also need to be avoided for up to 2 weeks post-treatment, as the skin will be more sensitive at this time.
Profhilo
Another key treatment for achieving glowing skin this summer is profhilo. This hyaluronic acid-based formula is ideal for those looking for that fresh-faced look, that will hydrate and plump the skin. It’s ideal for those who go makeup-free in summer but need a boost for glowing skin. Profhilo treats face and body, hydrating and tightening fine lines, wrinkles, and dry textures effectively. The treatment uses injections to restore hyaluronic acid (HA) levels, boosting collagen and elastin production. Profhilo treats the neck, chest, hands, knees, and elbows, rejuvenating skin and addressing early signs of ageing. It hydrates and improves skin health, making it perfect for areas that show ageing quickly.
Aftercare and maintenance for Profhilo:
This treatment requires minimal downtime, but avoid touching the area for 24-48 hours until swelling reduces. Steer clear of heat or sweat-inducing activities like saunas, sun exposure, or sunbeds during the initial recovery period. Consult your doctor about your skincare products, as active-ingredient products may need to be paused for a few days post-treatment. Complete Profhilo as a course of three treatments to maximise results, though it can also work as a stand-alone treatment.
Lastly, don’t forget your SPF, while all these treatments mentioned will help achieve that smooth, healthy skin, it will not give the same benefits if you are not protecting the skin and maintaining the results you get. Sun protection is crucial, not just in the sunshine but even on the cloudier days, it is important to wear it consistently to avoid any long-term damage to the skin. Ask in our clinics about our amazing range of professional Heliocare SPFs, from tinted to oil-free it has an SPF for everyone!
These fantastic treatments will help you get one step closer to achieving your summer skin and getting ready for those days at the beach.
Book today to speak with one of our skin therapists about starting your journey to a hair-free summer or a consultation for reducing textured skin.
If you are interested in taking your skin regimen to the next level, book in today to speak with our of experienced doctors about the benefits of Profhilo! You can find our before and afters on our Instagram.
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