Are you tired of rough, dull, wrinkled, or uneven-toned skin? If so, non-surgical treatments are within reach at MiraMe Health in Avondale, Arizona. Jacqueline Guzman, FNP/NNP-BC, and her team use many treatments to achieve exceptional skin rejuvenation without pain or downtime. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.

Over time, our skin begins to reflect the everyday stressors of our lives – and the years we’ve made it through. When aging begins to leave visible marks on your appearance, it can be a serious blow to your self-esteem and your overall sense of happiness. At MiraMe Health, our staff know the best way to help you – and your skin – look better than ever is with facial rejuvenation treatments.

Should I Get Facial Rejuvenation?

Is it time to be thinking about facial rejuvenating treatment for your appearance? Many women and men struggle to find the right timing for cosmetic treatments that rejuvenate and refresh their appearance; some think that getting the treatment too early isn’t worth the time, while others aren’t sure if their appearance-related concerns are severe enough to warrant cosmetic attention. The truth is that the best time for you to get rejuvenation treatment is when you are no longer happy with your appearance.

5 Signs to Consider Treatment

There are 5 hallmarks of aging that make patients consider seeking rejuvenation treatment. Whether your symptoms are mild, moderate, or severe, having any one of these signs is a good indicator that it might be time to bite the bullet and sign up for your first treatment at MiraMe Health.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Fine lines and wrinkles can form on every area of the face, although the wrinkles that are most commonly associated with aging include frown lines, wrinkles on the forehead and between the brows or the “eleven lines”, expression lines, wrinkles around the nose and mouth, and lines on the chin. Wrinkles and fine lines generally develop when collagen production within the skin begins to taper off, which for most adults is between 35 and 50 years of age.

Increased Skin Laxity
Skin laxity refers to the increased thinness, dryness, and looseness of the skin. Skin laxity is most commonly found beneath the eyes, on the brow, and in the cheeks, particularly the hollow areas of the cheeks. Skin laxity is the decreased elasticity of the skin, or the skin’s ability to bounce back into shape. While some skin laxity can be contributed to chronic dehydration, skin laxity that increases with age is also a byproduct of low collagen and elastin levels in the sub-dermal layers of skin.

Uneven Skin Tone and Texture
Uneven skin tone and texture can happen to anyone of any age but are most commonly seen on those who are age 40 or older. We see it even more here in sunny Arizona. Uneven skin tone is the distortion of your skin’s complexion, meaning you may have rosacea, ruddiness from broken capillaries, or other issues with the toning of your skin. Uneven skin texture generally refers to dryness of the skin, as well as rough, bumpy, or dimpled texture on the skin surface.

Acne and Acne Scarring
Acne and Acne Scarring: Acne isn’t something that only young people deal with. Acne is often common in adults in their 30s and 40s too, and can happen to women with hormonal acne. Acne can include pimples, whiteheads, blackheads, and enlarged pores that produce a large amount of sebum, or oil on the face. Acne scarring refers to both the dimpled appearance of the skin surface, or “pit-marks”, as well as enlarged pores and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Dark Spots and Blemishes
Dark spots and blemishes are signs of skin damage showing up on the skin. Dark spots and sun spots can appear due to unprotected sun exposure, and blemishes can be anything from pockmarks to melasma, increased freckling, or new moles on the face. Both dark spots and blemishes tend to show up in older adults.

Facial Rejuvenation FAQ

What Does Facial Rejuvenation Mean?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a cosmetic treatment that renews the surface appearance of the skin. Rejuvenation treatments are typically for superficial skin concerns such as wrinkles, dark spots, scarring, and skin laxity, which are all skin-related concerns that occur on the upper-to-mid layers of the dermis. The purpose of a rejuvenation treatment is to enhance the body’s natural regenerative abilities, specifically the skin’s ability to heal from energy and turnover new skin cells. Rejuvenation treatments are fresh starts for your surface skin cells, which can help refresh your appearance for a youthful, radiant appearance.

What Rejuvenation Treatments Are Available to Me?
Rejuvenation treatments are non-surgical and non-invasive with only a few requiring mildly invasive techniques, such as injectable treatments. There are several dozen of rejuvenation treatments for the face, but the most common and effective include:

  • Dermal Fillers
  • Dermal fillers are injectable treatments that seek to restore lost volume on the face, which fills in the fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity, and facial hollowness that we have with aging, weight loss, and facial remodeling. Dermal fillers are a diverse category of treatment that works by injecting special serums into the skin with active ingredients such as collagen and hyaluronic acid. Fillers are excellent options for many patients, including those with mild, moderate, and severe facial wrinkles. Although it is most common to use fillers on the mid-to-lower face, Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can be used beneath and around the eyes.

  • Neurotoxins
  • Neurotoxins are injectable treatments that utilize specially purified toxins to disrupt the communication of muscle receptors in the face. They block movement of the muscles that cause wrinkles. Neurotoxins can be used for both moderate and severe wrinkles on the forehead and between the brows, although it is becoming more common for neurotoxins to be used around the mouth as well. Common neurotoxins include:

    • Botox
    • Dysport
    • Xeomin
    • Jeuveau
  • Morpheus8
  • Morpheus8 is a microneedling device that uses fractional radiofrequency to heat the skin from within. The heat helps to stimulate collagen production, which in turn leads to firmer and smoother skin. Morpheus8 treatments are often used to improve the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and acne scars. Morpheus8 can also improve the appearance of other skin concerns, such as sun damage, age spots, and uneven skin texture. Morpheus8 can be used on any body area, but it is most commonly used on the face, neck, and chest. Morpheus8 is approved by the FDA and has been cleared for use in all skin types. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Chrissy Teigen have openly admitted to getting Morpheus8 treatments to help improve the appearance of their skin.

  • HydraFacial
  • HydraFacial is a unique skin rejuvenating treatment that deep-cleans pores and provides nutrients to the skin for an all-over refreshed and glowing appearance. HydraFacial uses patented technology to cleanse the skin, extract oil, bacteria, and dirt, and apply special serums to the skin to encourage healthy skin. As an advanced facial, this treatment can be used to correct uneven skin tone, dark spots, fine lines, wrinkles, acne, and mild skin laxity.

  • Microneedling
  • Microneedling is a minimally invasive rejuvenation technique that works by creating micro-injuries on the skin surface. These micro-injuries stimulate the body’s natural regenerative abilities to heal and turnover new skin cells, as well as increase the production of collagen. Microneedling is a good option for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity, uneven tone and texture, scarring, dark spots, and enlarged pores. SkinPen rejuvenates from the inside out for younger-looking skin. At MiraMe Health, we use SkinPen, which is the first FDA-cleared microneedling device. The SkinPen is a quick-and-easy treatment with little to no downtime. The SkinPen is proven to improve the appearance of acne scars and wrinkles on the neck. Microneedling is sometimes combined with PRP treatments to enhance results.

How Long Do Rejuvenation Treatments Last?
Each rejuvenation treatment can be expected to last for a varied length of time depending on the patient’s response to the treatment and the standard expectancy for results. Sun exposure, hydration, and metabolism will all affect how long your results last. For example, dermal fillers can produce results that last from 6 to 18 months at a time, while neurotoxin treatments generally last for 3 to 5 months. Facials and peel treatments can last for several weeks, sometimes as long as 2 to 3 months per treatment. Morpheus8 treatments can last from 1 to 3 years or more. And the results of microneedling treatments, with or without PRP, can last for 1 to 3 months.

How Can You Enhance Facial Rejuvenation Results?
here are several ways you can enhance the results of any rejuvenating treatment. We strongly encourage patients to take good care of their skin and health in order to get the most out of each treatment. Our Esthetician can help put you on a skin regime for optimal results. Some things you can do to enhance your results include:

  • Skincare Products Using the right skincare product can help any anti-aging or skin-perfecting treatment last longer. Ideally, you should use medical-grade skincare products or OTC skincare products with important active ingredients, such as AHA, Retinol, or hyaluronic acid. Skincare products include cleansers, serums, moisturizers, exfoliants, and sunscreen with SPF 40 and higher.
  • Hydration Adequate hydration is one of the easiest things you can do to maintain your skin health. Your body relies on water to remove toxins from the body, including toxins from deep within the skin. Your skin requires adequate hydration to maintain elasticity and retain moisture.
  • Sleep Sleep is essential to maintain overall health and the appearance of healthy skin. When we are sleep deprived, we are more likely to have dry skin, acne breakouts, and dark circles beneath the eyes. Getting enough restful sleep each night will help tone the skin and ensure that the results from any skin rejuvenation treatments are perfected.

How Do You Know Which Rejuvenation Treatment Is Right for You?
Not sure which skin rejuvenation treatment is right for you and your appearance-related concerns? No problem. During your initial consultation, we will examine your skin and go over all treatment options that can address your aesthetic concerns and goals. We will help you find the treatment or treatments that are ideal for your care.

You might be an ideal candidate for skin rejuvenation treatment if you want to correct:

  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Dark spots
  • Blemishes
  • Acne
  • Scarring
  • Enlarged pores
  • Skin laxity
  • Dryness
  • Uneven tone and texture
  • Sun damage

Refresh Your Appearance With Facial Rejuvenation Today!

There are many facial rejuvenation treatments that can help you refresh your appearance and reverse the signs of visible aging. If you think any of these treatments are the right option for you, call the team at MiraMe Health in Avondale, AZ to schedule your first appointment today!

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