Our skin starts to age at as young as 25 years old. Skin ages for a variety of reasons. The main cause of skin aging is due to natural aging process. Other factors include lack of sleep, improper diet, excessive sun exposure, smoking, air pollution and the list goes on. As we age, collagen in our skin breaks down and causes the formation of wrinkles and sagging skin. Early signs of aging skin are fine lines, dull complexion, enlarged pores and loss of skin elasticity. O2 Klinik provides a wide range of skin rejuvenation treatment to meet individual expectations as following:
Q: What is PRP?
A: PRP (platelet rich plasma) is a concentrate of platelet-rich plasma protein derived from one’s own blood. Growth factors released by the platelet aid in tissue repair in aging skin by stimulating collagen production by the skin cells.
Q: How is the procedure done?
A: It involves drawing of one’s own blood, running it through a centrifuge machine that segregates red blood cells and plasma. The plasma with highly concentrated platelet is then injected throughout the face using micro needle.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Prior to the procedure, numbing cream will be applied onto the face for 45-60 minutes. Thus the entire procedure is comfortable with no to minimal pain.
Q: Any downtime?
A: Tiny blebs right after the injection which usually will disappear after a few hours. Minimal bruises from the needle injection may be experienced which will last for 5-7 days.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: A generally more youthful and healthy skin as the skin regains its radiance, smoothness and elasticity. Less fine lines, less dark circle and a more hydrated skin will be observed.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Result can be seen 1-2 weeks after the treatment as the skin is gradually revitalized.
Q: How frequent do I need to do the procedure?
A: Every 3 months to maintain optimal result.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Everyone who desires a more youthful skin. PRP comes from one’s own blood, there’s no risk of rejection or allergic reaction.
Q: What is Rejuran Healer?
A: Rejuran Healer is the latest skin rejuvenation treatment that originates from South Korea. It consists of PN (polynucleotide) which is extracted from salmon’s DNA. It is a “new concept of skin healing booster” that regenerates the aging skin from deep inside. Through salvage pathway, PNs (bio-compatible DNA fragments) are broken by the body and recycled into new DNA to repair damaged cells.
Q: How is the procedure done?
A: Prior to the injection, the treatment area is first applied with numbing cream for 45-60 minutes. Each treatment involves injecting one syringe which consists of 2cc of Rejuran Healer throughout the face via micro needles.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Minimal pain may be experienced which is usually well tolerated.
Q: Any downtime?
A: Tiny blebs right after the injection which will last for 1-2 days. Minimal bruises from the needle injection may be experienced which will last for 5-7 days.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: Due to its strong regenerative and anti-inflammatory properties, it has major benefits on the skin. One can observe improved skin elasticity and hydration, improved skin tone and texture, improved acne scars, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, reduced pore size and lightened dark circles after the treatment.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Result can be seen 1-2 weeks after the treatment as the skin is gradually revitalized.
Q: How frequent do I need to do the procedure?
A: Best result is observed after 3-4 treatments with 3-4 weeks interval in between. After that, 2 treatments per year are recommended to maintain optimal result.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Anyone who desires for a more natural and healthy skin, including those having sensitive skin type.
Q: What is Volite skin booster?
A: Volite skin booster in an innovative hyaluronic acid-based injectable designed to improve skin quality that can last for up to 9 months. Hyaluronic acid has high water-binding capacity to improve skin’s hydration. Besides, it also thicken of outer skin layer and stimulates increased collagen production, leading to overall improvement in skin quality.
Q: How is the procedure done?
A: The treatment area is first applied with numbing cream for around 45-60 minutes. After the anaesthesia has set in, detailed injections of the product will be done using ultra-fine needles throughout the face and neck.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Minimal pain may be experienced which is usually tolerable.
Q: Any downtime?
A: Tiny blebs right after the injection which will last for 1-2 days. Minimal bruises from the needle injection may be experienced which will last for 5-7 days. Inflammatory reactions such as redness and swelling may last up to one week.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: Improved skin quality attributes such as hydration, elasticity, fine lines and smoothness.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Result will be visible 1-2 weeks after the treatment.
Q: How long can the results last?
A: Volite uses patented technology with lasting improvement in skin quality. One treatment can
last for 6-9 months.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Those who desire a long lasting skin hydration and rejuvenation with a single treatment.
Q: What is laser facial?
A: Laser facial is a gentle, non-ablative laser that uses photoacoustic technology energy with no downtime. This laser therapy employs a precise wavelength of light energy that penetrates the skin to stimulate collagen production and breakdown the pigments.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: As the laser is administered, you will feel a mild tingling sensation. A topical anaesthesia is usually not necessary.
Q: Any downtime?
A: No downtime.
Q: How long is the duration of the procedure?
A: A quick full-face treatment which will take only 5-10minutes.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: Diminishes fine lines and pore size. A brighter and more radiant skin will be observed.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: As laser rejuvenation is a gradual process, 4-5 treatments spaced 1 month apart are typically indicated.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Anyone who desires a quick, zero downtime and non-injectable way of skin rejuvenation.
Q: What is thermage?
A: Thermage is a non-invasive radiofrequency therapy which is designed to deliver heat into the deep skin layers to kick start the natural renewal process of collagen. It heats up the entire skin evenly, stimulates the collagen uniformly and consistently, enhances the 3 dimensional skin tightening and contouring effects.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Prior to the procedure, numbing cream will be applied onto the face and neck for 45-60 minutes. To achieve a better level of patient’s comfort, vibration elements integrated with cooling blasts will be used during the procedure.
Q: Any downtime?
A: No downtime. You can return to your normal routine immediately following treatment.
Q: How long is the duration of the procedure?
A: 3 hours
Q: What are the expected results?
A: A tighter and lifted skin with a more defined jaw line. Less fine lines, less sagging and reduced pore size will also be observed.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: The initial results are seen approximately one month after the treatment and will continue to improve in the first 6 months as the skin is gradually rejuvenated.
Q: How long can the results last?
A: The results can last for 12- 24months and are subjected to one’s skin condition, natural aging process, lifestyle and diet.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Those who desires a celebrity level natural skin tightening and revitalization.
Q: What is chemical peel?
A: Chemical peel is a skin resurfacing procedure to improve skin texture. It is intended to remove the outermost layer of the skin and the skin that grows back after chemical peel is smoother and younger looking.
Q: How is the procedure done?
A: A chemical solution will be applied onto the face using a brush or cotton bud. Mild stinging sensation might be felt while the chemical solution is on your skin. After that, a neutralizing solution will be applied to remove the chemical solution from the treated skin.
Q: Any downtime?
A: With light chemical peel, the downtime is minimal. One will recover from mild skin peeling and dryness within one week.
Q: What is the duration of the procedure?
A: 30minutes to 1 hour.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: A smoother skin texture, brighter skin tone and reduced fine lines.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Results will be visible after 3-4 treatments spaced 1-2 months apart.
Q: Will the skin become thinner or more sensitive after chemical peel?
A: With proper spacing of the treatment and aftercare, the skin will not become thinner or more sensitive as the new skin will grow back to replace the old one.
Q: What do I need to avoid after chemical peel?
A: For a week after the treatment, you need to avoid sun exposure and apply adequate moisturizer for better recovery.
Q: Who is the suitable candidate?
A: Those who desires a skin renewal treatment at an adorable price.
Q: What is microneedling?
A: Micro-needling is a procedure that involves inserting very fine short needles into the skin for the purpose of rejuvenation. The most commonly used microneedling devices are dermapen or dermaroller. It is intended to generate new collagen production by repeatedly puncturing the skin with tiny needles.
Q: How is the procedure done?
A: A dermapen or dermaroller which consists of micro fine needles will be used to cause micro injuring to the skin repeatedly throughout the face. Optionally, an anti-aging solution will be applied onto the skin after micro-needling, which will penetrate better through the needle punctures and obtain an optimal result.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Prior to the procedure, numbing cream will be applied onto the face for 45-60 minutes. The punctures are more like pin-pricks that enter only the surface of the skin which is already numbed before hand, thus the entire procedure is just mild discomfort.
Q: Any downtime?
A: Inflammatory reactions such as redness, swelling and dryness might be experienced for up to one week. Mild bruises from needle punctures may be experienced which will lasts for 5-7 days.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: A generally more youthful and healthier skin with reduced pore size and fine lines.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Results will be visible after 4-5 treatments spaced 1 month apart.
Q: What is fractional CO2 laser?
A: Fractional CO2 laser works by using a pattern of carbon dioxide laser beam to treat various skin conditions such as large pores, fine lines, scars and loosen skin. The laser beams create strategically-placed microscopic holes in the skin which in turn will trigger the skin to produce collagen for rejuvenation purpose.
Q: Is the procedure painful?
A: Prior to the procedure, numbing cream will be applied onto the face for 45-60 minutes. Cooling air will be used concurrently during the laser procedure to improve patient comfort. Thus, the entire procedure only causes mild discomfort.
Q: Any downtime?
A: For rejuvenation purpose, mild skin redness and dryness will be experienced and resolves within 3-5 days.
Q: What are the expected results?
A: Improved skin quality as the skin regains its elasticity. A firmer skin with reduced pore size and fine lines will be observed.
Q: When can I see the result?
A: Results will be noticeable after 3-5 treatments spaced 1-2 months apart.