Smoothlines Facial Aesthetics and Skincare

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PRP for skin regeneration

Skin Treatments

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a popular treatment for skin rejuvenation because of its ability to stimulate natural healing and regeneration processes in the skin. Here’s why PRP is beneficial for skin rejuvenation:

  • 1. Promotes Collagen Production
    • PRP contains growth factors like platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) and transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) that stimulate fibroblasts in the skin to produce more collagen. Increased collagen production improves skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging.
  • 2. Enhances Skin Texture and Tone
    • By accelerating the skin’s healing process, PRP helps reduce uneven skin texture, minimize pore size, and improve overall skin tone.
  • 3. Boosts Cell Regeneration
    • The growth factors in PRP encourage cell turnover, replacing damaged skin cells with fresh, healthy ones. This can help reduce acne scars, pigmentation, and other skin imperfections.
  • 4. Improves Skin Hydration
    • PRP enhances the skin’s natural moisture-retention capacity, leaving it looking plump and hydrated.
  • 5. Natural and Safe
    • Since PRP uses your body’s own blood, the treatment is biocompatible and has a very low risk of allergic reactions or side effects.
  • 6. Minimally Invasive
    • PRP is typically combined with microneedling or injected directly into the skin. These methods are minimally invasive, making them a convenient option for rejuvenating the skin without the downtime associated with more invasive treatments.
  • 7. Long-Lasting Results
    • While results are not immediate, they develop gradually as collagen remodelling and cell regeneration take place. Effects can last several months to over a year with proper skincare. PRP therapy is particularly effective for individuals looking to address early signs of aging, acne scars, or dull skin without resorting to synthetic fillers or surgical options.

PRP is administered with either injection or microneedling.

Consultation is required prior to all treatment plans.

PRP Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatments

Skin Treatments

PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. It’s a medical treatment that uses a person’s own blood to promote healing and tissue repair. The process involves drawing a small amount of blood, then processing it in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. These platelets, which contain growth factors, are then injected into the area needing treatment.

PRP is commonly used in aesthetics for skin rejuvenation, such as in microneedling or hair restoration treatments. The idea behind PRP is that the platelets can accelerate healing by stimulating tissue regeneration and reducing inflammation.

The procedure is typically used for skin rejuvenation and hair loss. PRP treatment uses either a dermaroller/electronic microinjector, cannula (large blunt type needle), or needle to deliver blood plasma directly into the skin. It is moderately uncomfortable.

A numbing cream can be applied to the skin approximately 30-45 minutes before treatment begins.


PRP for Hair Restoration

Skin Treatments

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is considered beneficial for hair growth due to its regenerative properties and ability to stimulate hair follicles.

Here’s how PRP works and why it is effective:

  • 1. Nutrient-Rich Plasma
    • PRP is derived from your own blood, which is processed to concentrate platelets and growth factors. These growth factors play a crucial role in tissue repair, healing, and cellular regeneration.
  • 2. Stimulates Hair Follicles
    • When PRP is injected into the scalp, it targets dormant or weak hair follicles. The growth factors in PRP, such as platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), help to:
      • Prolong the growth (anagen) phase of the hair cycle.
      • Strengthen existing hair.
    • • Stimulate inactive hair follicles to re-enter the growth phase.
  • 3. Improves Blood Supply
    • PRP improves blood circulation to the hair follicles. Enhanced blood supply delivers oxygen and nutrients that promote follicle health and hair growth.
  • 4. Reduces Inflammation
    • PRP can reduce inflammation around the hair follicles, which is beneficial in conditions like androgenetic alopecia, where inflammation often contributes to hair thinning.
  • 5. Non-Surgical and Natural Treatment
    • Because PRP uses the patient’s own blood, it is a safe, minimally invasive, and natural option for promoting hair growth, with little risk of adverse reactions.
  • 6. Boosts Collagen and Cell Repair
    • PRP enhances collagen production and promotes cellular repair, which can improve scalp health and create an optimal environment for hair growth.

Common Applications:

PRP is often used to treat:

  • • Androgenetic alopecia (male and female pattern baldness).
  • • Hair thinning.• Hair loss after stress or surgery.

While PRP is not a cure for hair loss, it can be an effective part of a broader treatment plan. For best results, multiple sessions are often recommended, and maintenance treatments may be needed.

Consultation is required prior to all treatment plans.

Red Carpet Facial

Skin Treatments

The red carpet facial is a  skincare treatment designed to give the skin an instant glow, making it perfect for events like red carpet appearances or special occasions. It focuses on brightening, tightening, and rejuvenating the skin quickly, delivering a radiant and smooth complexion without downtime.

Here’s what you can  expect from a red carpet facial:

  • Deep Cleansing:
    • The treatment usually begins with a thorough cleansing to remove dirt, oil, and makeup from the skin, ensuring a clean canvas
  • Exfoliation:
    • Mild chemical exfoliants or physical scrubs are applied to slough off dead skin cells, helping to brighten the skin and smooth its texture. This step can include mild peels, like glycolic or lactic acid, to gently refresh the skin.
  • Hydration and Nourishment:
    • Hydrating serums or masks infused with ingredients like hyaluronic acid or peptides are applied to plump the skin and reduce fine lines.
  • Custom Serums:
    • Potent serums tailored to the skin’s needs, such as antioxidants or vitamin C, are applied to boost radiance and protect the skin from environmental stress.

The result is visibly brighter, firmer, and glowing skin that’s photo-ready, making it a favourite for celebrities before events.

Detoxification Facial

Skin Treatments

A detoxification facial is a deep-cleansing skincare treatment designed to remove impurities, toxins, and excess oil from the skin, promoting a healthier, more radiant complexion. The process typically includes several steps:

  • Cleansing:
    • The skin is thoroughly cleansed to remove surface dirt, makeup, and oils
  • Exfoliation:
    • This step involves using either a chemical exfoliant (like a mild acid) or a physical exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores.
  • Exfoliation:
    • This step involves using either a chemical exfoliant (like a mild acid) or a physical exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores.
  • Extraction:
    • This involves manually or using tools to remove blackheads, whiteheads, and other debris from the pores.
  • Mask:
    • A detoxifying mask, often containing ingredients like clay or charcoal, is applied to absorb excess oil and draw out deep-seated impurities.
  • Massage:
    • A facial massage is performed to stimulate circulation and encourage lymphatic drainage, helping to flush out toxins and reduce puffiness.
  • Moisturising and Protection:
    • The facial ends with the application of a hydrating serum or moisturiser and sunscreen to protect the skin and lock in moisture

The treatment helps to clear congested skin, reduce breakouts, and improve skin texture and tone, leaving the face feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Chemical Peels

Skin Treatments

What are chemical peels? 

It is an aesthetic facial treatment that involves the careful exfoliation of the skin using an acid. The acid removes a uniform amount of damaged cells over the treatment area. When carried out appropriately, this allows the skin to heal, with minimal scarring or colour changes as a result of the treatment.

A chemical peel is a skin treatment that can reduce sign of aging, acne, scarring, wrinkles, and sun damage to give the skin a clearer appearance. They affect two layers of the skin the epidermis and the dermis 40% peels are great for obvious signs of ageing. These peels work superficially into the epidermis. 

At Smoothlines I use professional chemical peeling system based on organic acids aimed at rejuvenating, regenerating, hydrating, normalising, activating or enhancing the skin. There are many types and varieties of chemical peels, grouped and defined by strength and depth of the peel that is achieved.

They are superficial peels, which are the mildest peels, grouped into two categories: AHA and BHA. The main difference between them is that BHA’s are oil soluble and AHA is water soluble. Oil soluble makes this acid very effective in cleaning and removing bacteria, dead skin cells and sebum oil from deep inside the pores. 

They would be more suitable for an oily/congested skin due to it being oil soluble, this type of peel can reach into clear excess oil and loosens the dead surface layers. These peels have minimal healing or downtime.

AHA Alpha Hydroxy Acids

  • Mandelic
    • acid found in bitter almonds
  • Glycolic
    • acid derived from sugar cane
  • Lactic
    • acid derived from milk

BHA Beta Hydroxy Acids

  • Salicylic acid
    • Bark of the willow tree

Skin peels for skin conditions

  • Hyperpigmentation:
    • glycolic acid and mandelic acid
  • Rosacea:
    • lactic acid and mandelic acid
  • Acne:
    • salicylic acid, glycolic acid (for scarring) and salicylic azelaic
  • Aging skin:
    • lactic acid, mandelic acid and glycolic acid