How We Can Help Your Skin

The first generation of aesthetic lasers that don’t rely entirely on heat to smooth your complexion and revitalize your skin, PicoSure actually melts away melanin and tattoo ink for flawless-looking skin that feels soft and even.

What sets PicoSure apart from other laser technology is that it does not build up the heat to break up hyperpigmentation and dark spots caused by aging or acne scars. Instead, PicoSure lasers deliver intense energy so quickly that the small particles that make up dark spots start vibrating until they completely shatter, leaving your skin looking fresh and clear.

PicoSure uses a revolutionary Focus lens to convert laser energy into pressure waves that promote cell signaling, a natural communication process for the cells in your body, allowing your body to use its own cells to activate regeneration.

PicoSure lasers are used to treat a number of skin problems and offer several topical benefits. The treatment is FDA-approved for the:

• Reduction of acne scars
• Minimization of hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and freckles
• Treatment of melasma
• Skin resurfacing
• Smoothing of stretch marks and scars
• Removal of tattoo ink
• Stimulation of collagen to decrease fine lines and wrinkles

PicoSure lasers are designed to activate your body’s natural immune response to regenerate healthy, even-looking skin. This results in the freshest skin possible, with virtually no downtime.

Because it’s a non-invasive skin therapy, there’s absolutely no recovery required after a PicoSure treatment, which takes about 10-15 minutes per session. While some patients do report skin redness and sensitivity following the treatment, any mild side effects should disappear within just a few hours.

The number of treatments required to achieve the results you desire depends entirely on your skin condition and size of treatment area. You will need at least 4-6 sessions for a tattoo removal.

Depending on your treatment, results may be noticeable 7-14 days after your session, especially if you are being treated for dark spots or acne scars. Collagen production tends to take about 1-3 months before you start seeing dramatic results.

As a breakthrough technology, PicoSure lasers use precise wavelengths to penetrate the skin and clear up problems beneath the top layer. PicoSure lasers are the ultimate treatment for those suffering from melasma. Schedule a consultation to find out if you are a good candidate for PicoSure laser treatment.

The professionals at About Face Kailua have the skills and training to treat a wide variety of skin problems, including melasma. Our compassionate team will make you feel comfortable and help you find the right treatment for your condition and budget. Make an appointment today to feel great in your skin.

Get A More Complete Removal In Fewer Sessions

Do you ever catch a glimpse of your tattoo in the mirror and wish it would just go away? Or perhaps you’re looking to join the military and need to remove a tattoo you’ve grown to regret. With PicoSure’s advanced laser technology, your tattoo no longer has to be permanent. PicoSure laser tattoo removal is fast and safe, with some tattoos being completely removed in as few as three sessions.

The PicoSure represents a major technological advancement over Q-switched nanosecond lasers. The unique picosecond technology allows for better clearance in fewer treatments due to the laser’s ultra-short pulse duration. Laser tattoo removal treatments use pulses of powerful laser light to break up the ink into smaller pieces that are then absorbed and eliminated through your body’s natural processes. The PicoSure laser uses multiple wavelengths to treat the full spectrum of tattoo inks including stubborn blue and green inks, as well as tattoos that have previously been treated. Tattoo removal with the PicoSure causes fewer side effects than more outdated removal options and doesn’t harm the surrounding skin.

In most cases 4-6 appointments are needed to remove the average tattoo completely, although this varies with size and color. Some patients compare laser tattoo removal to the feeling of getting a tattoo, but for a much shorter duration. A local anesthetic is injected to alleviate any discomfort. PicoSure tattoo removal treatments have few side effects, typically including a sunburn-like sensation and some temporary whitening of the skin. Most people are able to return to their regular routines immediately following treatment, with no downtime required.

Stop living with tattoo regret and call today for a consultation!

Both the Icon and PicoSure dark spot removal treatments use laser light pulses to reach deep below the surface of the skin to remove hyperpigmentation without harming the surrounding skin. The energy from the laser breaks sun spots up into smaller particles that can then be naturally eliminated through the body’s immune system. Hyperpigmentation on the face, neck, chest, arms, hands and legs will begin to fade following brown spot removal treatment, so you can show off your skin again. While both of these lasers work on most skin types, the PicoSure uses advanced picosecond technology to remove pigmentation from darker skin tones as well as lighter ones.

Multiple treatments may be needed for best results, depending upon the size and darkness of your brown spots. Laser dark spot removal with the Icon or PicoSure can cause slight discomfort in some patients, but a topical anesthetic is applied for at least 30 minutes prior to the procedure to help alleviate any pain. Sun spot reduction treatments have few side effects, which usually include some redness and minor swelling that can last for a few hours. Most patients are able to return to their regular activities following this procedure without any downtime.

Call today to schedule a consultation and get rid of dark spots for good!

Icon by Cynosure is an industry-leading platform consisting of laser therapies and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapies, as well as Skintel™ — a live melanin reader. This non-invasive aesthetic system is designed to target problem areas and treat a wide variety of skin issues, such as:

• Stretch marks
• Scars
• Hyperpigmentation

In just one single treatment, Icon can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other skin issues, with little to no downtime.

The Icon laser works well on any skin type and skin tone, and because the aesthetic system is so versatile, you can target just about any skin problem.

To learn more about Icon laser therapies and IPL therapies, call About Face Kailua today or book an appointment online.

The Icon uses optimized laser light pulses to improve some of the more common skin issues. The light pulses encourage your immune system to naturally fade unwanted dark spots and facial redness, as well as stimulating collagen production to revitalize skin and smooth out wrinkles. Icon Photofacial treatments are safe for most skin types and can be used to improve skin imperfections on the face, neck, chest, hands, arms and legs without harming the surrounding skin.

Icon laser skin resurfacing treatments typically last less than a half hour. Depending on the patient’s skin type, multiple sessions may be needed to achieve best results. Most people don’t find Icon laser treatments uncomfortable and anesthetic is not typically needed. The side effects are minor and usually include a sunburn-like sensation and slight swelling. Most patients are able to return to their regular activities immediately following in-office treatment, no downtime required.

Whether you have surgical scars, acne scars, or scars from injuries, we have a treatment that will lighten or eliminate your scars. With the use of Icon lasers, we can target your scars and encourage your skin to heal. Over the period of a few weeks, you’ll notice a huge difference in the appearance of your scar.

While allowing a laser to penetrate the surface of your skin sounds dangerous, it is actually incredibly safe. With our advanced technology, we can target the damaged tissue without harming the surrounding skin. When the laser hits the damaged tissue, it encourages the body to eliminate old cells and replace them with healthy tissue.

The highly educated and experienced doctors at About Face Kailua have treated virtually every type of skin with Icon lasers. Our skilled doctors will make sure that your treatments proceed without delay or risk so that you leave our office with the skin you want. Call us to set up an appointment to get started.

Over time, your skin may develop unwanted pigmentation, including dark spots, freckles, and discoloration. Luckily, modern treatments can help you reverse these effects and achieve smooth, even, and firm skin. At About Face Kailua, we use Icon lasers to deliver effective treatments that keep your skin beautiful and healthy.

ICON lasers use intense pulsed light (IPL) to stimulate the production of collagen. The treatments themselves are only about 20 minutes long, and most patients only need four or five treatments to achieve the results they want. In addition, the treatment is non-invasive and has few side effects, so you can get back to normal right away.

Icon lasers are the latest and greatest addition to a long line of skin treatments. While there may be slight pinkness and mild swelling after treatment, these effects quickly fade away and are replaced by bright, smooth, and clear skin. To learn if these treatment is right for your skin, make an appointment today.

As you age, your skin produces less and less collagen. Collagen holds the body together, so without it, you’ll begin to develop fine lines, which eventually become wrinkles. No matter where you’re at in the aging process, laser technology can help you fight back and regain your youthful appearance.

Botox and other injections can help you temporarily eliminate wrinkles and lines, but no other treatment is as effective as laser skin resurfacing. Laser treatments encourage the body to create collagen. The results generally take longer to develop, but you are left with more natural and beautiful results.

At About Face Kailua, we use the most modern technology and techniques to give you the most effective solution for your skin. Our top-of-the-line lasers are sure to provide the results you want with fewer negative side effects and risks, and they give us the ability to customize your treatment to your unique skin.

If you’re not quite ready for laser therapy, skin resurfacing, or dermal fillers, you can still have youthful-looking skin with the right products. About Face Kailua offers a number of medical skincare treatments from the EltaMD® product line, and the SkinCeuticals line to help you look and feel your best — without needles or lasers.

These medical beauty products are best suited for patients with fine lines and early signs of aging.

Skincare product lines offered at About Face Kailua:

• EltaMD
• SkinCeuticals
• Epionce (Limited)
• PCA Products (Limited)

Skincuticals is a research based skincare that provides products between cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. The products have scientifically proven improvement in elegant formulations.

Only available through licensed medical professionals and verified resellers, EltaMD is a revolutionary line of cleansers, moisturizers, and sunscreens that help reverse and prevent the signs of aging in adults.

EltaMD’s skincare product line includes powerful yet gentle cleansers for every skin type, especially for those with sensitive skin. Each cleanser is PH-balanced, and does not contain skin irritants like alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) or glycolic acids that often cause inflammation.

What makes EltaMD different from other skincare lines is its focus on sunscreen for aging skin. The aesthetic company offers a wide range of different sunscreens for every skin type that protects against the signs of aging.

Lightweight and silky, EltaMD’s sunscreen products, including EltaMD UV Clear

Broad-Spectrum SPF 46, provide medical-grade protection for patients struggling with:

• Rosacea
• Acne
• Hyperpigmentation
• Redness and inflammation

This powerful sunscreen contains soothing ingredients like niacinamide (vitamin B3), hyaluronic acid, and lactic acid to protect your skin against sun damage, so it stays looking young and fresh.

Not only does EltaMD’s line of sunscreen products protect against UVA/UVB damage, it also uses antioxidant protection to combat skin-aging free radicals associated with ultraviolet and infrared radiation.

While each medical-grade sunscreen product can be worn on its own, EltaMD offers additional products, such as EltaMD UV Facial Broad-Spectrum SPF 30+, designed specifically to protect skin after in-office facial treatments, including:

• Laser therapy
• Microdermabrasion
• Chemical peels
• Glycolic peels
• IPL treatments

When integrated into your at-home skincare routine, EltaMD products, many of which are recommended by The Skin Cancer Foundation, can help protect your skin against the signs of aging.

Neuromodulators are wrinkle-relaxing injections that target the muscles in your face to fight fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet. They are injected directly into the underlying muscle, which relaxes your facial muscles and smoothes out the overlying skin.

Because neuromodulation essentially freezes the muscles in your face, it’s only used to treat wrinkles and creases caused by muscle movement, known as dynamic wrinkles, such as:

• Frown lines
• Laugh lines
• Forehead wrinkles
• Crow’s feet
• Wrinkles between the eyebrows

Neuromodulators aren’t effective treatments for wrinkles caused by volume loss or naturally saggy skin. Unlike other anti-aging treatments, neuromodulators also offer the added benefit of preventing future wrinkles from forming.

They’re minimally invasive and require little to no downtime — perfect for busy people on the go.

There are three popular neuromodulators used to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, including:

Jeuveau

This is a prescription medicine that is injected into the muscles to use for a short period of time to improve the look of severe frown lines. This works similar to Botox, but is a temporary fix in adults.

Botox

The most well-known type of neuromodulator, Botox is a purified form of botulinum toxin that blocks nerve signals and paralyzes muscle movement to smooth fine lines and minimize the appearance of deep wrinkles. Botox can treat an array of wrinkles, but is most commonly used to improve dynamic wrinkles in the upper face — forehead, crow’s feet around the eyes, and wrinkles between the eyebrows. While the results are temporary and last about four months, Botox can help prevent future wrinkles from forming.

Dysport

Dysport works much in the same way as Botox, but it primarily focuses on improving wrinkles of the glabella — the area between the eyebrows. It is targeted toward patients with moderate to severe wrinkles, especially those who continue to notice their deep lines when they are relaxed, not frowning or moving the muscles in their forehead.

To understand PRFM, you must know about the basics behind platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which is most commonly used in the popular Vampire Facelift®. During a vampire facial, doctors use your own blood to revitalize your skin.

First, our team uses microneedling — a minimally invasive procedure in which a machine creates tiny punctures in your face to promote collagen production — to prepare your skin for PRP injections.

Next, our team takes a vial of your blood, which is then spun through a centrifuge to remove your white and red blood cells and harness the healing power of your body’s PRP. Once the PRP is placed on your face, it helps to stimulate collagen, plump up your skin, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

PRFM is not only used with microneedling, but preferably injected with a small cannula into problem areas such as under the eyes, midface and lower face such as marionette lines. It is more often coupled with ha laser or heat treatment to induce dermal injury and therefore new collagen called neocollagenesis.

Our team and the team at About Face Kailua also offer Nitronox, which provides analgesia for patient to tolerate and feel reduced pain and discomfort during treatment.

PRFM works much in the same way as PRP, but it takes the process one step further to produce the absolute highest concentration of PRP plasma possible.

Many PRP systems require operator skills, meaning there is typically some contamination of white blood cells and red blood cells — known to have inflammatory side effects — in the syringe. Because PRFM is entirely independent of operator skills, this contamination is completely removed.

Through a controlled process, PRP is converted to PRFM, which protects the platelets at the site of injection, so the release of their growth factors can be sustained for a much longer period of time than traditional PRP treatments.

What truly sets PRFM apart from traditional PRP treatments is its versatility. While PRP injections are used to promote collagen production in the skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, PRFM treatments can:

• Minimize fine lines and wrinkles
• Promote collagen production and skin elasticity
• Stimulate hair growth in patients with hair loss
• Add skin volume
• Reduce the appearance of scars
• Even out skin tone

Many patients view PRFM as the next generation of PRP treatments, however, its ability to restore hair growth makes the treatment truly unique.

Each PRFM treatment, including PRFM hair loss restoration, takes under an hour and requires very minimal downtime — perfect for those who want to see dramatic results without going under the knife.