Are you looking for a way to revitalize your skin? Do you want a way to bring a glow back into your complexion? Whatever skin needs you have, a HydraFacial is the way to get there. Allure Laser and Med Spa in Tinley Park, IL is the perfect place to refresh your skin and your life.

What Is a HydraFacial?

This skincare treatment has quickly become one of the most popular treatments of all time. It’s so popular that somewhere in the world, this skin treatment is being performed every 15 seconds! So what is this treatment, and what can it do for your skin?

This treatment is done using a patented HydraFacial machine, and one reason this treatment is so wildly popular is that it’s a safe and effective way to help almost all skin issues.

It makes your skin look smoother and brighter; it can get rid of age spots or brown spots. It can help to reduce clogged and oily skin and treat enlarged pores. It can help improve your skin’s elasticity and firmness. It can reduce an uneven or dull skin tone as well as uneven skin texture. One of the best things about this treatment is that it can reduce wrinkles and fine lines!

What Makes It So Popular?

It’s pretty obvious why so many people choose to invest in this treatment, because it works for so many different skin conditions. But what else has helped this new type of facial achieve the booming popularity it has?

Consistency

First of all, the results are very consistent. It will always give great results. Why? Because this kind of skin treatment is far less dependent on the skill of the technician performing it. Unlike other skin treatments that require a very skilled technician, this type of facial is done by a patented medical machine, so it gives great results, every time.

No Side Effects

Generally when receiving a facial, extractions can be tricky. You might even skip the extraction portion of your facial out of fear that you’ll experience redness or zits the next day. Not to mention that the process itself can be very painful. But with a HydraFacial, none of these terrible side effects apply. The extractions are done without the pain and without irritating your skin.

Customization

Another reason this treatment is so phenomenal is that it can be customized by your technician to give you exactly what you need. The esthetician can choose from different strength acid peels based on your skin type, past experiences with peels, and the outcome that you’re looking for. Elements of the medical machine can even be customized, such as suction power.

How Does It Work?

Now that we know why this skin treatment is so effective and popular, let’s dive a little deeper into what the treatment entails.

The HydraFacial machine is attached to a handheld device that uses different tips to deliver, and then vacuum up, various skincare serums. The tips use a spiral design that, when used with the vacuum technology, creates a vortex effect that easily dislodges and gets rid of dirt, oils, and other impurities that might be clogging your pores.

Step One: Vortex Cleansing

The first step in the process is to cleanse the pores. Using the wand, the esthetician gently cleanses the skin and exfoliates the outer most layer, called the epidermis. The epidermis contains lots of dead skin cells that can clog your pores, so removing them allows the technician to access the dirt and oil in your pores.

Removing the dead skin cells also allows your skin to reflect more light, which leads to a brighter and healthier appearance.

During this step, the esthetician will release a serum called Activ4 into your skin. This serum is a combination of exfoliating lactic acid and glucosamine HCI, along with antioxidant-rich algae, which works to soften and condition the skin.

Step Two: Acid Peel

The next step in the skin treatment involves an acid peel, but it isn’t as harsh on your skin as it sounds. The esthetician uses a non-irritant mix of salicylic and glycolic acids. These acids help loosen dirt and other debris that are deep within your pores and that you can’t reach with normal washing.

During this step, the esthetician can choose to use two different tips on the vortex wand, and one is more aggressive than the other. And, depending on your skin needs and past experiences, three different levels of glycolic and salicylic acid can be used. The esthetician will discuss your skin needs with you to help determine which tip and solution would be best.

Step Three: Vortex Extraction

During the third step in this skin treatment, a strong vacuum is used to suction and remove blackheads and other impurities from your pores. At this point in the treatment, a different tip is used on the handheld device to deliver Beta-HD to your skin, which works to soften the sebum so it is able to be vacuumed out of your pores.

At the same time, honey extract and spiraea ulmaria flower extract are delivered to your skin. The honey extract hydrates and works as an antibiotic, while the spiraea ulmaria calms and soothes your skin.



Step Four: Vortex Fusion

The last step works to bring the effects of the whole treatment together. The vortex delivers a formula that contains potent peptides, such as copper, magnesium, zinc, and hyaluronic acid, into the skin to detoxify, rejuvenate, and restore the skin.

The hyaluronic acid works to attract water to the skin to keep it hydrated and plump. This formula also includes arnica flower extract to calm and soothe the skin and red algae that works to brighten the skin. It also includes antioxidants such as horse chestnut seed and green tea extracts.

Don’t Forget the Boosters

The core part of the skin treatment might be finished, but your skin isn’t. You can customize your treatment even more by choosing from available super serums developed by the HydraFacial team to address specific skin issues.

Brightalive Booster Serum

This serum is designed to brighten your overall skin tone and get rid of any discoloration. It helps to reduce the appearance of brown spots as well as prevent new pigmentation formation. It uses a unique blend of skin brighteners and glycerin, which replenishes and restores hydration.

Growth Factor Boost

This patented serum is designed to restore your skin health, which helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Growth factors are naturally occurring proteins that regulate cellular growth and help to maintain healthy skin structure and function. This serum helps keep your skin tight and looking young.

Dermabuilder Boost

This proprietary formula helps to address skin tone evenness, texture, and fine lines. It includes skin conditioning peptides that help to hydrate, soothe, and firm up your skin.

Britenol Boost

This boost is formulated to target dark spots and sun damage. It’s clinically proven to leave your skin with a more even, not to mention glowing, complexion.

It includes alpha-arbutin, which comes from bearberry extract, and which brightens the appearance of dark spots. It also includes Vitamin C for even more brightness.

Add a Lymphatic Facial

After receiving the added boosters you’d like, you can also add on a lymphatic drainage facial to see even more results.

Your lymphatic system is comprised of a network of hundreds of lymph nodes throughout your body. It drains fluid and removes bodily waste from your system to keep you healthy. When there is any sort of obstruction in your lymphatic system, fluid can start to build up, which is where lymphatic drainage comes in.

Lymphatic drainage is a specialized kind of massage therapy that originally was used to treat lymphedema, a condition with chronic swelling. However, lymphatic drainage has become a staple in facials in the last decade. It’s a great addition to your beauty regimen because it fights against a puffy, dull, complexion and skin irritation.

How Does It Work?

Lymphatic drainage works to accelerate the transportation of lymphatic fluids, helping your body to function better overall. When done in a facial massage, it gives what is considered to be a non-surgical facelift.

The esthetician applies light pressure and gentle movements that include stroking, tapping, rubbing, and pushing. Then, they use flat hands, along with all their fingers, to gently stretch your skin in the direction of the lymphatic flow to help your lymphatic system drain. It leaves your skin looking plump and refreshed.

Is This Treatment Right for You?

Choosing the right skin treatment can feel overwhelming, especially if you haven’t gotten many skin treatments before. There are so many to choose from, and it seems like there are a whole host of people online willing to vouch for each one.

So what makes this one so different? Why is this the one you should invest in?

Proven Results

The results speak for themselves. There is no other skin treatment around that is effective for such a wide range of skin issues. No matter what skin problems you are dealing with, this treatment will effectively clean out and clear up your skin.

Gentle Treatment

This treatment isn’t harsh on the skin. Unlike others, it can be done on extremely sensitive skin without the risk of damaging the skin or even causing irritation and redness.

No Downtime

There’s no downtime. The results are obvious immediately after the treatment, and you won’t experience any next-day discomfort or swelling.

Consistent Results

The results are consistent. Unlike other treatments, whose effects largely depend upon the skill of the individual performing it, this treatment’s effectiveness is due to the medical-grade machine that is used. No matter who is performing it, you can trust that you will get the best results.

Customizable Treatment

This treatment is extremely customizable. Your esthetician will work with you to determine the best strength of different solutions for your skin, as well as the strength of the suction power used. And when the treatment is done, they’ll help you determine which boosters are the most beneficial for your skin issues.

With this skin treatment, you can trust that your complexion will come out looking its very best, every time.

Learn More

If you’re looking for the best skin treatment for your skin problems, look no further. The HydraFacial is the perfect combination of microdermabrasion, extraction, and hydration.

Whether you’re dealing with unwanted dark spots, scars from old blemishes, deep blackheads, a dull complexion, uneven skin tone, or wrinkles and fine lines, this skin treatment is the perfect way to revitalize and refresh your skin.

If you’re looking for your way to a better complexion, contact Allure Laser and Med Spa in Tinley Park, IL today.

Sometimes eating a healthy diet and daily exercise aren’t enough to keep our skin as tone and youthful as we hope. Sometimes genetics and age play a role in how tight our skin appears. For many of us, despite our best efforts, we still see unflattering areas on our bodies. At Allure Laser & Med Spa, located in Tinley Park, IL, we have the solution to tighten your skin through BTL skin tightening.

What Is BTL Skin Tightening?

BTL skin tightening is a non-surgical and non-invasive treatment aimed at reducing fat cells and tightening skin.

The treatment works by stimulating collagen production, thus giving you a more toned appearance. Gentle heat is applied to deep layers of the skin within the treatment area by a handheld device from one of our team members. The heat is delivered by safe and effective radio waves and ultrasound technology to burn targeted fat cells and tighten your skin. The device cools the skin around the treatment area, making this treatment great for targeting specific areas and protecting the skin outside of the treatment area.

Collagen is a protein found naturally in our bodies that is responsible for keeping our skin tight and youthful. It’s the glue that keeps things intact. After a BTL treatment, collagen production is stimulated right away and long after your treatment. As your body continues to produce collagen in the targeted areas, you will continue to see results.

Since these treatments are delivered in a non-invasive method, the handheld device glides effortlessly over the area receiving treatment. Everything is controlled and monitored.

What Are the Benefits of BTL?

There are many benefits to BTL. The biggest benefit is that the treatment is non-invasive and non-surgical. This is great for those that need to tighten areas but don’t want to commit to traditional procedures that require surgery. There is no downtown, and each treatment is outpatient so you can have them done anytime in the comfort of our office. Since the treatment is painless and short, you can go back to your normal, daily activities after your visit.

Tailored Treatment

The handheld device that applies gentle heat can be tailored to meet your specific needs. The heat can be dialed up or down depending on your treatment and custom plan. Since this isn’t a one-size-fits-all device, it makes it truly a tailored treatment option to target your specific problem areas. And you don’t need to worry about the comfort level since someone is there to make sure you are comfortable the entire time. Most people feel the warmth from the energy and compare it to a hot stone massage.

Continuing Results

Another great benefit is that the results will keep appearing. After your treatment, your body will continue to produce collagen and the results will gradually appear after time. There may be some immediate results, but you will also get to see results long after you have your treatment.

Show Off Immediately

With many skin treatments, there is a need to remain out of the sun after the treatment is complete; but not with BTL. A great benefit of this treatment is that you don’t have to avoid the sun when it is over. This is great if you are looking to have a treatment before vacation when you plan to show off your newly tightened skin.

BTL is safe, easy, consistent and effective for targeting those areas that won’t tighten with exercise and a healthy diet. While it is not intended to be a weight loss option, it will help the appearance of the skin and give it a more youthful glow.

Why Is There a Need for BTL?

There are many factors that go into our skin not looking the best it can. Many people find that through weight fluctuations and weight loss, their skin has lost its ability to bounce back. Women often find this the case after pregnancy. Aging and time will also play a role in sagging skin. Areas that were once tight may now not be as toned.

Some areas of our bodies are just more prone to sagging. Even if your weight is maintaining and you get healthy and exercise, there may be areas that don’t budge. Stimulating collagen in these areas can help.

Fat cells also accumulate in unwanted areas that can cause the skin to appear loose. The heat from the BTL device helps get rid of the sagging skin, giving you a tone appearance, even in those areas where there is unwanted fat or cellulite.

Sometimes it depends on the part of the body. Some women may be toned elsewhere but notice unflattering skin rolls around their bra line. Diet and exercise may not do anything to help mitigate this area. Despite everything we do to change our lifestyle, the little roll above our bra may still linger. BTL is an option for helping with this problem area.

Who Is the Right Candidate for BTL?

The right candidate for BTL is someone who has a healthy lifestyle, eats healthy, and exercises. To maintain your results, it’s important to keep up with your healthy lifestyle. While results do vary, BTL will help tighten areas that need a toned appearance. BTL can help with the following areas of the body and more:

• Abdomen
• Face
• Lower back
• Thighs
• Upper arms

Facial Help

When we think of tighter skin, many times people only think of areas on their bodies such as thighs or abdomen, but BTL can be applied to the face as well. Because BTL is versatile, it works well on jowls to help give a more youthful appearance. The jowl is one area many people find needs extra tightening as age and time tend to create a sagging effect.

A Tighter Neck

Another area to consider is the neck. Even with a healthy lifestyle, like our face, our neck is one area that shows signs of age and sag. BTL is an option for tightening the skin on and around our neck area to improve the appearance and boost collagen production.

Extremities

Hands, forearms and knees are another area that should not be ignored. These areas are prone to losing their tightness over time. Because BTL is non-invasive and non-surgical and is delivered via a handheld device that glides effortlessly over an area, it’s a great way to tighten skin in these areas.

Other Options

If you are interested in more delicate areas, BTL is an option for that as well, and this can be discussed more during your consultation.

Men and Women

Skin tightening isn’t just for women, either. Men can also benefit from BTL treatments. Men often struggle with loose skin on their abdomen and lower back. BTL offers a great option for helping in those areas.

All Ages

BTL is a great treatment for those of all ages. Many times age brings on loose skin no matter how active and healthy we are. Genetics also play a role in our skin tightening. BTL helps fight against age and genetics by boosting college production, which slows down as we get older.

When you visit our office for a consultation, the treatment options will be discussed to meet your needs whether that is one or many places that need tightening.

When Is the Right Time for BTL?

Many people like to benefit from BTL before and after the holidays to ensure they are looking their best for all that the holidays have to offer. Another great time to consider BTL is around spring and summer and before vacations. Giving yourself an extra edge with tighter, toned skin can help you feel and look more confident.

Because BTL is non-invasive and non-surgical and can be done in a short visit with no downtown, any time is ideal for skin tightening. That is one of the greatest benefits of these treatments. You can easily plan these around your daily life and there is no bad time to get it done.

What Should You Consider Before BTL?

It’s important to commit to a healthy lifestyle to see the best results and maintain your results from BTL. Having a healthy lifestyle means eating healthy, exercising and drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated. BTL works best for those that live a healthy lifestyle and maintain that lifestyle through and after treatments.

BTL treatments are monitored with your comfort in mind. The treatment is controlled and tailored to meet your comfort needs and skin tightening needs.

How Many Sessions of BTL Will be Needed?

Results vary with BTL and, depending on your skin and what areas of the body you are having BTL treatments, there may be a need to have additional BTL sessions to achieve your best results.

There may also be times when you have additional areas you would like tightened or special events in which you’d like to have your best self forward. The results from BTL skin tightening can last up to a year for most people depending on how many treatments you have and what areas of the body you have them performed. To maintain results, it’s important you stay healthy and active and maintain a healthy weight.

Can BTL Be Combined With Other Services?

Many people find that BTL works well with other treatments. Some use BTL after other surgeries to reduce fat cells. Another option is to use BTL with treatments that reduce cellulite.

Our offices offer many other treatment options to combat cellulite and unwanted fat. During your consultation, you can discuss our other services such as CoolSculpting, EMSculpt, all of our facial options, and laser hair removal treatments. Many of these combine well to give you the best results.

Next Steps

If you are considering whether BTL is right for you, the next thing to do is meet with someone on our team to discuss what comes next. Most people can benefit from BTL to help tighten their skin in areas where time, age, genetics, and cellulite have taken a toll. These non-invasive and non-surgical procedures are great for those looking for a more youthful appearance and to help contour and tighten areas on the body or face.

The treatments are short and easy and most people can return right back to their daily schedule.

Schedule Your Consultation

To find out if you are a good candidate for BTL and to see if it’s the right time for you to get BTL skin tightening, make an appointment at The Allure Laser & Med Spa in Tinley Park, IL for your consultation today. At The Allure Laser & Med Spa, we are here to make sure you are looking for your best. Our staff is ready to answer any questions you have and get you started on your journey to a more youthful, tighter appearance.