Acupuncture

For centuries practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine have practiced the technique of inserting filiform needles into specific spots on the body and then manipulating those needles. Acupuncture, as it is called, is the practice of balancing the body’s qi, or energy, which can be beneficial in relieving nausea, pain, and skin conditions among many other things. Skin spas often provide acupuncture, which can treat acne, eczema, and psoriasis effectively.


Bleaching

Just like it sounds, there are treatments and products available to bleach the skin's pigment and reduce the appearance of any kind of skin discoloration. Some estheticians and dermatologist recommend bleaching, while others do not recommend bleaching because if you aren't diligent about sun block and protective covering for your skin, you may end up in worse condition than you were before.


Chemical Peel

This treatment is beneficial for those looking to reduce wrinkles, scars, and hyper-pigmentation. Estheticians or dermatologists will implement a chemical peel using a glycolic-acid that is designed to exfoliate the skin in a dramatic, but safe way. Although the treatment sounds like it could be painful, the process itself is quite simple and only involves one to three layers of a solution that once dried is removed with water. Several days later skin peels and sloughs off revealing newer, fresher skin. Most often chemical peels are offered in a series; however, one treatment alone does bring results.


Endermologie Machine

This machine is used to reduce the appearance of stretch marks and cellulite with suction. This suction deeply massages and increases circulation of up to 200% in problem areas. The process not only exfoliates the top layers of the skin, but it stretches fibers in the lower layers, which also assists in lightening the scars. A series of treatments are recommended and normally last about 30 minutes.


Facial

Facials are done by estheticians and normally take about an hour. The process involves deeply cleansing the face, extracting impurities, exfoliating the top layer of the skin, facial massage, and hydrating with a mask and other products. Facials are often recommended to clear up acne break outs and to seasonally revitalize the skin.


Laser Treatment

Most of the time lasers are used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and scars. Prices start at $800 and goes up from there since several treatments are required for results. The heat produced by the laser encourages certain cells to respond by producing collagen, which makes the skin firmer and lines to look softer. Most common lasers are CO2 driven, including the recently FDA-approved Smartxide Laser.


Light Therapy

Photodynamic Therapy or Intense Pulsed Light Therapy involves using a certain wavelength of light to target problem areas of the skin. This treatment aids in treating skin discoloration, rosacea, wrinkles, and acne. Like most skin treatments a series is better than a single session.


Microdermabrasion

This type of treatment removes the top layer of dead skin cells on the face to reveal newer, fresher skin. Microdermabrasion will diminish uneven skin tone and texture, wrinkles, and enlarged pores. The treatment is done using a rotating device that spreads aluminum dioxide on your skin. It is recommended that you go through a series of treatments for the best results. Microdermabrasion has become increasingly popular and so many estheticians are licensed to give the treatment.