Cosmetic Surgery & Beauty #73

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after laser or
face surgery
Conceal redness or bruising with a quality,
soothing camouflaging makeup and skincare
range. Lycogel is a standout in this arena – the
range provides buildable, breathable coverage with
real therapeutic benefits to speed up the healing
process after face surgery or laser treatment.
Lycogel is formulated with advanced skincare
technology to aid in the healing of post-procedural
skin, helping bruising, inflammation, redness and
tightness, as well as helping to prevent excessive
scar formation.
Hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic, Lycogel
delivers moisture and prevents the skin from
becoming dehydrated by reducing trans-epidermal
water loss. This helps to reinforce the skin’s natural
defence system, while protecting the skin barrier.
Lycogel products also contain non-chemical
UVA and UVB protection, which are essential for
healing skin.
Oxygenetix is another breakthrough makeup
and cosmeceutical line designed specifically to
help make patient downtime more comfortable and
functional. The moisturiser and foundation can be
used directly post-procedure on aggravated skin,
concealing recovery and also expediting healing.
Even broken and extremely sensitive skin seen
in some patients immediately post-laser can be
directly covered with Oxygenetix. The foundation
acts as a second skin, and its ‘breathable’ capacity
helps initiate and optimise the healing process.
The foundation is based on a patent-pending
formula dubbed the Ceravitae Complex. This
has been shown to generate an aerobic effect,
stimulating skin cell production and promoting the
healing process.
More specifically, Ceravitae is designed to
speed up connective tissue reconstruction,
systemically build collagen layers and reinforce
natural skin healing. This helps accelerate recovery
and reduce scar formation following more invasive
aesthetic procedures.
Wound healing &
scar prevention
While the skin has an amazing ability to repair and
rejuvenate itself, sometimes scars are unavoidable. While
the benefits of surgery and certain non-surgical procedures
can help rejuvenate the face and revitalise the complexion,
the possibility of scarring post-procedure can sometimes
detract from the final result. This is why wound healing
and scar management is critical following surgery or post
laser therapy.
Any scar tissue that you have is affected by several
factors, including the nature and severity of the injury,
the thickness and colour of your skin, and how you were
treated medically.
During the first stage of scar formation the scab is formed
and is almost always accompanied by swelling, redness
and some tenderness. In the second stage, new skin tissue
is formed under the scab. The skin’s inner and outer layers
then begin to rebuild and reform.
DNA Scar Therapy is an intensive healing treatment
that minimises the appearance of scars by infusing silicone
gel with DNA repair enzymes and active botanicals. It is
designed to help support the skin’s natural healing process
and reduce the appearance of recent scars from minor
burns, cuts or surgery.
DNA Scar Therapy should be applied nightly after
cleansing. Once applied, this light, potent serum restores
skin’s smoothness and tone. The skin is moisturised
and revitalised and scars will appear smoother and
less noticeable.
Hiruscar is another breakthrough skincare treatment
which reduces the appearance of new and old scars.
Absorbed immediately, Hiruscar is a non-oily gel that is
suitable for facial scars and can be applied under makeup.
It is specially formulated with five cosmetic active
ingredients that work to moisturise, smooth and soften the
scar’s appearance. It can be used as soon as the wound
is closed, on all areas of the skin. The key to obtaining the
best results is being consistent in your applications (two to
three times a day is ideal).
Keep in mind that a scar is not necessarily a bad thing -
rather it’s a sign that your body’s repair system has kicked
in so the damage to your skin, no matter how big or small,
closes up and mends. Early management of scars will help
reduce redness and discomfort and prevent abnormal and
excessive scar formation.
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