Review: The T-Oxy Facial
As per the Journal of Cutaneous & Aesthetic Surgery – Lasers have revolutionized the treatment of many dermatological conditions. one of these is the pigmentary disorders. Lasers have been widely used with variable success for the treatment of pigmented conditions which include Becker’s nevus, cafe-au-lait macules, nevus of ota, nevocellular nevi, lentigines, tattoos, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PiH). Although many pigmentary disorders have shown good results with laser treatment, the efficacy and safety of lasers for melasma is still controversial.
Ritoo Jhha reviews her experience with an Ultrasonic+Oxy deep circulation therapy for pigmentation.
Venue: Dr Chiranjiv Chhabra’s Skin Alive
Duration: 45 mins
Diagnosis: Being diagnosed with dry skin and with visible signs of melasma having set in, Dr. Rakhi Lall suggested a T-Oxy facial.
It was meant to work on the dryness by first cleansing and exfoliating, followed by hydration to improve suppleness and smoother skin.
Dr. Rakhi also informed that “for people with acne it’s done with ozone”. However, as I had absolutely no acne, it wouldn’t be required. This treatment increases circulation and enhances rejuvenation.
Ingredients: The products used, I was told had everything herbal- a concoction suitable to my skin which comprised of papaya, saffron, dry herbs (rose petal, nutmeg, amla powder, chandan powder) including a soothing application like vitamin E and cucumber.
Process: Actual Steps given in the box as provided by Skin Alive
- Clean the face. Focus around the eyes to take off the make-up. (2 mins)
- Do comedone extraction with sterilized extractor
- Do acupressure
- Apply first application with good strokes taking 2 mins and leave for 5 mins with a compress on eyes. In these 5 mins, do nice hand massage.
- Remove the 1st application
- Apply second application
- Clean the probe of ultrasonic equipment (intensity: 1.2 – 1.5) with spirit before use. Put the machine on and set for 7 mins and nicely blend the application with it.
- Massage face, neck, shoulders and back for 15 mins. Put the compress on the eyes and cover the whole face with a cold compress (2 mins)
- Clean the application thoroughly
- Give oxy infusion (3-4 mins)
- Clean, dry the face properly and do cupping and feathering
- Apply moisturizer if the skin is dry, followed by the sunblock
- If the skin is normal-oily, apply only the sunblock.
Experience: The experience of the Facial itself is to be awarded an A in all areas – the therapist and her skills, the product application and explanation, and the post-treatment advice
Other Variants :- Diamond Oxy and Ozone Oxy
Cost of the facial – Ranging from INR 3,500- INR 4,000 depending on the variant
Alternate treatments for Melasma: The Doctor also suggested a MedLite C 6 laser for pigmentation, melasma and skin tone improvement, and advised regular sessions for good results.
MedLite C6 – The MedLite C6 is a Q-switched laser system that uses a flat-top beam over the skin’s surface. The laser takes about 15-20 minutes to complete. It is an excellent laser to take away tan, brighten the skin and give a healthier-looking complexion. “With the help of this technology, we can also reduce and smooth out wrinkles, eliminate scars, make sun and age spots disappear and target collagen remodelling. It requires at least 4-6 treatments for showing best results,” said Dr. Lall.
