Which facial is suitable for me?

Need a facial to tackle your skin concerns? We got you. Depending on your skin’s needs, you can choose among the selection of facial procedures that each has its own, unique function. To help you identify which facial works best for your skin type, here’s a breakdown of each facial and its benefits.

 

For the Acne-prone skin

Aeras Deep Detox Facial

Process: First, the skin goes through a double cleanse in preparation for a chemical peel that dislodges and unclogs pores to ease the extraction. To calm the skin after the extraction process, a Skinceuticals Phyto Corrective Masque is applied, followed by a Yellow LED light therapy. The last step includes applying the Aeras pimple cream to prevent inflammation.

Benefits: Thoroughly exfoliates the skin, reduces blackheads and whiteheads (comedonal acne) and oil production.

Aftercare: Do not exfoliate for 3-7 days and avoid prolonged sun exposure 1 week after facial.

 

Aeras B&W Comedonal Buster

Process: The facial treatment begins with a deep cleansing and exfoliation using a Jetpeel Oxyjet machine. This is followed by a light chemical peel and an extraction using the AquaSmart system’s vacuum suction. For the stubborn clogged pores, our therapists will manually extract them, following a combination of blue and red LED light therapy to kill acne-causing bacteria. Finally, an Aeras honey oat is then applied to soothe the skin.

Benefits: Reduce and treat comedonal and popular/pustular acne, reduce acne inflammation and redness, kills acne-causing bacteria, unclog pores, control sebum production, prevents acne and promotes skin healing

Aftercare: Exfoliate and moisturise with Aeras gentle exfoliating toner to ensure adequate hydration for the skin, while controlling sebum production

 

Aeras Calm your Zits! P-Acne Buster

Process: Consisting of similar initial steps to Aeras B&W Comedonal Buster, what sets Calm your Zits! P-Acne Buster apart is the application of advanced laser technology of Alma Dye-PL. Through using different wavelengths, the process aims to eliminate acne-causing bacteria, reduce inflammation and redness and lighten acne marks. Then, niacinamide is infused into the skin through cryotherapy to ensure deep penetration, reducing redness and preventing future breakouts. The final steps include using blue and red LED light therapy to boost the riddance of acne-causing bacteria and reduce sebum production. Afterwhich, the Aeras honey oat mask is applied to provide nourishment.

Benefits: Reduce clogged pores, moderate-to-severe acne inflammation, bacteria count and redness

Aftercare: To help heal the damaged skin and provide nutrients for the skin to recover, use an Aeras EGF mask. For some cases of severe inflammation acne, a doctor’s prescription of topical or oral antibiotics and other medication will be required.

 

Glow-Getter Anti-Melanin Facial

Process: With seven steps, Glow-Getter Anti-Melanin aims to restore the skin’s radiance. Beginning with a double cleanse and extraction, it is followed by a JetPro OxyJet to exfoliate the skin with a solution that contains Vitamin C to brighten the skin and a natural whitening complex to reduce pigmentation. Then, using Alma Rejuve IPL, light energy is used to break up large particles of pigmentation into smaller particles, uneven pigmentation is reduced. The facial is finished off with a serum infusion, a lymphatic massage to lift the skin, reduce sagging and puffiness. To help with skin cell repair, the Aeras EGF bio-cellulose mask is used.

Benefits: To brighten and even out skin tone, gently reduce pigmented lesions without downtime

Aftercare: UV protection and avoidance recommended after treatment for 5 days. Use SPF50+ PA sunscreen to the face and neck and reapply as required. To see the best results, use the EGF mask daily for 5 days after treatment.

 

Time-Rewind Anaphasic Stemcell Facial

Process: Kicking off the treatment with a double cleanse, our therapist then begins extraction to remove any clogged pores. Then, a numbing cream is applied to reduce any discomfort before proceeding with the micro-needling process accompanied by Anteage anti-ageing ampoule. To calm the skin, cyro-electroporation is used to penetrate the ingredients into the skin, to ensure results are longer-lasting. The treatment is then finished off by applying an Aeras mask to help with skin cell repair.

Benefits: Skin rejuvenation, reduction in pore size, smoothen out fine lines and wrinkles, evens out skin tone and reduce pigmentation

Aftercare: UV protection and avoidance recommended after treatment for 5 days. Use SPF50+ PA sunscreen to the face and neck and reapply as required. To see the best results, use Caelcim serum twice a day and EGF mask daily for 5 days after treatment.

 

Large Pores

Pore-refining Micro-needling Facial

Process: Using the Dermapen 4 technology to puncture the skin with microscopic needles, allows an increased absorption rate of serum that is applied. With the body releasing its growth factor and the boost of collagen production from the inflammation, it will result in a reduction in pore size. A red LED light is then used to reduce inflammation while increasing the capillary size for healing. To complete the steps, an Aeras mask is applied to calm and soothe the skin.

Benefits: Minimised pores, improvement in skin texture.

Aftercare: UV avoidance and protection with SPF50+ PA sunscreen for 5 days. Gentle cleansing for 2 days. Hyaluronic acid 1% serum and Aeras EGF mask daily for 5 days is recommended for best results.

 

 

Scars

Acne Scar Reduction Facial

Process: The 6-step scar reduction facial begins with double cleansing, extraction, followed by applying a numbing cream and a micro-needling procedure using the Dermapen 4 technology. A cyro-electroporation HA serum is then applied to infuse the ingredients into the skin deeper, giving off a slight tingling sensation. Finally, a LED yellow light is used to speed up recovery, reduce redness and rejuvenate the skin.

Benefits: Reduces the depth and darkness of atrophic and hyperpigmented acne scars, causing an improvement in the texture of the skin.

Aftercare: UV avoidance and protection with SPF50+ PA sunscreen for 1 week. Gentle cleansing for 48hrs. Use post-procedure serum and Aeras EGF mask daily for 5 days to reduce downtime.

 

Dull Skin (Hydration)

Aeras (C14H21NO11)n Aquabomb Facial

Process: Start your facial by removing your dead skin cells with JetPro Oxyjet, a technology that uses pressurised gas and solution to exfoliate your skin without drying it out. Next, the extraction process begins by using vacuum suction and it is continued by an infusion of serums and vitamin by vortex infusion technology. To end off the facial, go through a cyro-electroporation with 1% HA solution for 10 minutes and finish with an Aeras Hydrating Mask.

Benefits: Skin hydration, shrink pore size, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, soothe inflammation and redness and helps mild to moderate acne.

Aftercare: Avoid using products with Vitamin C on the same day as facial.

 

Hydrafacial 3-step Facial

Process: Using HydroPeel technology that provides customisation according to your skin’s needs, this facial will cleanse, exfoliates, purify and hydrate your skin. The second step involves infusing HydraFacial Skin Solutions into your skin to tackle skin conditions such as wrinkles, uneven skin tone, clogged or enlarged pores and hyperpigmentation. To boost the last step of the process, Vortex-Fusion technology is used to achieve maximum results in minimal time.

Benefits: Clear congested pores with gentle exfoliation and extraction for glory skin.

Aftercare: To enhance the results of this facial, consider using a great serum like SkinCeuticals’ Hydrating B5 or HA. For those with extremely dry skin, maintain and lock moisture in with SkinCeuticals’ Triple Lipid Moisturizer.

Still undecided over which facial you should get? Drop by our store at 218 Orchard Rd #05-01 Orchard Gateway and enquire with our therapists.

7 ways to still feel confident when you have acne

Acne can affect nearly every one of us at any point in time after puberty. 88% of adolescents and up to 44% of adults in Singapore have identified themselves with acne, no matter how mild or severe it can be. Living with acne can be difficult – it not only affects our appearance, but it lowers our confidence and self-esteem as well.

We’ve had years of treating people with acne, have encouraged many during their treatment process, and also at the point when they feel the lowest. It is easier said than done, but with some support and help, these are some ways you can still feel confident when you have acne.

1. Realise that it is not as obvious as you think:

Each one of us is the worst critic of our own skin. You may think that you are going through a really bad acne phase in your life, it could be just mild to moderate and is not as noticeable as you think. Most people do not pay too much attention to your skin, and they shouldn’t – let your personality shine through while you tackle this skin condition.

2. Don’t scrutinise every pore, blackhead and pimple:

Your pores will always be there, and occasional pimple flare ups are normal, no matter how flawless our skin may be. The more you scrutinise your skin, the more critical you will be over even the tiniest flaw. Step away from the mirror and look at yourself as a whole. There are good days and bad days, cut yourself some slack!

3. Don’t let your acne stop you from doing things:

We have heard people tell us that their acne has affected their dating lives, their relationships with friends, and even their performance at work. We know that acne can sometimes make you not want to leave the house because you feel conscious about your skin, but it is only worse if you let acne control your life. Your skin does not make you who you are.

4. Stay positive:

There are days when you feel that your acne’s so bad, and your skin doesn’t seem like it’s getting any better. It can be tough to stay positive in such situations all the time. However, know that there is always help available. Acne is a medical condition that CAN be treated. Focus on the good things that are going on, stay positive, and the negative aspects would worry you less.

5. Be patient:

Patience is a virtue, especially when you’re on a journey to treat acne.

Acne does not resolve in a day or week, but requires a commitment and dedicated maintenance. Products and medications take time to work due to the skin cells’ renewal rate. Seek the right skincare products, medications, treatments and acne can be controlled and subdued.

Being impatient and putting stress on yourself will only hamper the effectiveness of treatments. The more patient you are with your skin and yourself, the easier the treatment journey will be.

6. Talk to friends, or people who have been through acne themselves:

Talk to people who understand acne – it could be a medical professional, a skincare guru, and especially those who have been through acne, and got their acne treated. They will be the ones encouraging you through a particularly long and tough purging period, telling you to be patient and hang in there. We understand that having acne can be tough and affect us all emotionally. We are always here to help you to understand your journey and path to recovery.

7. Know that help is always available:

It is always comforting to know that acne is a treatable condition and can be eradicated early. You might be in despair at some point in time, but acne is a treatable condition. We have seen the relief in people’s faces when they get better, and the evident increase in confidence when we see them again.

Understand the type of acne you are suffering from, and learn about types of skincare products that will work for your type of acne. Get proper, professional help and remember the above points at the start of your acne-free journey!