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Secret Pro
Secret PRO
SkinVisual Med Spa is proud to offer Secret PRO, a skin revitalization treatment that uniquely combines two proven technologies – fractional CO2 and radio frequency microneedling – to safely and effectively treat all layers of the skin. The procedure options are ideal for skin revitalization concerns improving scarring, wrinkles, and stretch marks while enhancing skin tone and texture, and promoting neocollagenesis through skin resurfacing. Secret PRO is designed to give you the greatest flexibility by offering four signature treatment options, optimized based on skin concerns, desired downtime, and ideal treatment method. The procedures can be customized based on your needs, whether you are looking for rejuvenation to keep your skin looking young or for a more corrective treatment to reverse the signs of aging.
Secret Pro offers 4 unique options for skin resurfacing and deep dermal remodeling:
Refine – RF Microneedling
Refine and renew your overall skin quality from the inside out. This treatment uses radio frequency energy via small microneedles to address the signs of aging, scars stretch marks, large pores, and skin quality through hemostasis and coagulation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Secret PRO Refine treatment?
What conditions does it treat?
What is the treatment like?
Is there downtime after the treatment?
How many treatments will I need?
When will I see results?
Best results are seen 3 months after the last treatment. To maintain your results, maintenance treatments can be done every 12-18 months after the initial series.
Am I a candidate for Secret PRO Refine?
Ultra-Lite: CO2 Light Laser Peel
Rejuvenate to prevent signs of aging or address current skin concerns like uneven texture, dull skin tone, and overall complexion quality. Reveal healthy, refreshed skin with this light laser treatment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Secret PRO Ultra-Light treatment?
What conditions does it treat?
What is the treatment like?
Is there downtime after the treatment?
How many treatments will I need?
Am I a candidate for Secret PRO Ultra-Light?
Post Treatment Care (CO2 Laser)
- Do not wash your face for at least 6-8 hours post-treatment
- Wash and pat dry the skin gently twice day until the crusting naturally exfoliates/sloughs off
- Apply a mild/non-fragrant moisturizing cream to the treatment area twice a day for 2 weeks or until the area is fully healed
- A visible fine scab or crusting will develop 3 and 5 days after your treatment
– Do not remove it forcibly or scratch it - You may feel redness, dryness, swelling, and some pain for 2 to 3 days
Apply sunblock every 3 to 4 hours for a minimum of 2 weeks to a month after your procedure to help prevent UV-induced pigmentation
- Do not wear a face masks until the fine scabbing/crusting has exfoliated or sloughed off (up to 5 days)
- Avoid skin irritants (examples below) for 7-10 days after treatment
– Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, vitamin C/ascorbic acid, astringents, etc.
Avoid sauna and aggressive exercises for 1-2 weeks
- Optional to keep your skin cool and moisturized by spraying with cold water during the healing process
- Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water
- Multiple treatments may be required
- Notify clinic of any concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, persistent grid pattern, etc.)
Ultra: CO2 Fractional Resurfacing
Peel back years of aging and damage with this powerful CO2 laser treatment that smooths and brightens skin tone and quality while promoting collagen production address the signs of aging.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Secret PRO Ultra treatment?
The Secret PRO Ultra treatment utilizes CO2 laser energy to revitalize severely sun-damaged skin. The procedure is designed to deliver safe, effective, fractional skin resurfacing by treating multiple skin layers at the same time with precision and control. This single treatment provides long-lasting results customized to address your needs.
What conditions does it treat?
What is the treatment like?
Is there downtime after the treatment?
Immediately after the treatment, your skin will be red, feel hot as if you have a sunburn, and very sensitive to touch. Your provider will offer a topical skincare regimen following the treatment to improve your comfort and the healing process. The next day, you may be swollen, and you will notice a pattern forming over the treatment area from the microscopic perforations that will begin to scab and sluff off over the next week. The exfoliation process typically lasts 5-7 days.
How many treatments will I need?
Am I a candidate for Secret Pro Ultra?
Revive: RF Microneedling & CO2 Fractional Resurfacing
Our most advanced treatment – it combines both RF microneedling and CO2 laser technologies in the same session. This revolutionary treatment provides intense comprehensive skin renewal.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Secret PRO Revive Treatment?
What conditions does it treat?
What is the treatment like?
Is there downtime after the treatment?
How many treatments will I need?
Most patients see improvements after 4-6 days or when the exfoliation process is complete. Results will continue to improve over the next 3-4 months after the treatment. Superficial procedures results are visible sooner than deeper treatments. Improvements will appear gradually over the days and weeks following your procedure series, as your skin repairs itself and new collagen forms.
Am I a candidate for Secret PRO Revive?
Contraindications
- A pacemaker or another implantable metal medical device
- An unknown skin disease
- Pregnant women
- A piercing on the treatment area
- Patients with a hemostatic disorder
- Patients who are receiving treatment for skin cancer or have a history of cancer
- Symptoms such as sores, psoriasis, eczema, or a rash on the treatment area
- Having any type of suspected lesions on the treatment area
- An immunosuppressive disease such as AIDS and HIV or any immune system disorder due to the use of immunosuppressants
Pre-Treatment Guidelines
- Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment
- Excess hair may need to be shaved. Men should be cleanly shaved
- No sun-tanning or self-tanners 4 weeks prior to treatment
– Includes spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, sun exposure, etc.
- Avoid skin irritants (examples below) a few days before and after treatment
– Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, vitamin C/ascorbic acid, astringents, etc.
- Notify clinic with any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment
- History of herpes or cold sores may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment
Post-Treatment Care (RF Microneedling)
- Immediately post-treatment, apply gauze soaked in isotonic saline solution to the treatment area and let sit for 5-15 minutes
- After saline solution soak, apply a post-procedure product if desired
- Wait at least 4 hours before washing face or applying soap, cream or makeup to the treatment area
- Avoid sun exposure and use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen to prevent further sun damage
- Avoid heat – hot tubs, saunas, etc. for 1-2 days
- Avoid skin irritants (examples below) a few days before and after treatment
– Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, vitamin C/ascorbic acid, astringents, etc. - Bruising, redness, swelling or a grid pattern may occur and resolve with time
– More aggressive treatments or use of irritants in the days prior to or after treatment can lead to longer downtime - Multiple treatments are required
- Notify clinic of any concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, persistent grid pattern, etc.)
- Consult with clinic about when to resume skin care regime