Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Magazine #66

skin
Acne & rosacea
The Omnilux Blue is designed to
prevent the spread of acnecausing
bacterium. It works by
penetrating the skin and stimulating
the production of bacteriadestroying
chemicals.
Omnilux Blue and Omnilux
Revive are often partnered in
treating acne patients. The
Revive wavelength lends an antiinflammatory
effect alongside the
Blue’s anti-bacterial properties.
When used in acne treatment,
the Omnilux system soothes painful
inflammation and reduces the
amount of bacterium to reduce the
severity of acne. At the same time,
the Omnilux system accelerates
healing and strengthens the
natural function of the skin to
prevent against future recurrence
of acne irritation.
Similarly, the anti-inflammatory
benefits of Omnilux Revive are often
used alongside the healing benefits
of Omnilux Plus to help treat
rosacea. Facial flushing, persistent
redness, thickened skin, visible
capillaries and painful inflammation
constitute the symptoms of
rosacea, and treatment with the
Omnilux system can boost
immune function, clear damaged
tissue and promote the production
of new, healthy cells to clear
the complexion.
Plus and Omnilux Revive to achieve a more well-rounded rejuvenation. ‘The
combination of Omnilux Plus and Omnilux Revive treatments results in a
noticeable softening of fine lines and a reduction in pore size,’ explains founder
of Clear Complexions Clinics and registered nurse Suzie Hoitink. ‘It also returns
an overall, more youthful appearance to the skin.’
Hoitink recommends the Omnilux system for patients wanting to revitalise
their skin. ‘Light therapy can be effective in countering environmental damage
and reinforcing the skin’s integrity,’ she says. ‘As we age, the structural integrity of
the skin is compromised, resulting in thinner skin, wrinkles and capillary damage.
Omnilux Plus and Omnilux Revive work to “kick” the skin back five years or so,
to increase strength, elasticity and overall health.’
How it works
Omnilux Revive targets fibroblasts in the skin’s dermis, which are the cells
responsible for producing collagen and elastin. The red wavelength also acts
as an anti-inflammatory, helping promote efficient, healthy and regular cellular
activity in the skin.
Omnilux Plus works at a different level. It promotes the activity of
myofibroblasts, which are the cells that work to tighten collagen bundles and
create a neat, even and resilient structure of collagen fibres in the skin.
‘If your skin is feeling tired and the effects of environmental damage are
beginning to show, the Omnilux system is incredibly effective at rejuvenating
your skin,’ says Hoitink.
Treatment with Omnilux Plus has also been found to assist in healing and
reduce the level of toxins in the skin. It is often used before and after surgery
to accelerate and improve the healing process. The near infrared wavelength
penetrates the skin by eight to 12mm to trigger the wound healing response,
reduce healing time and help prevent scar formation.
‘For anyone considering surgery, the Omnilux Plus is an absolute must,’ says
Hoitink. ‘It can be used before surgery, to prepare the skin, and after surgery, to
promote rapid wound healing and assist in scar reduction.’
Treatment with Omnilux
According to clinical research, it is recommended patients undergo 10 treatments
with Omnilux to achieve optimum results in rejuvenation. Hoitink typically
performs two treatments, twice a week, over a five-week period. ‘Each treatment
is pain-free and lasts around 20 minutes,’ she explains. ‘Before treatment, we
apply a preparatory solution to the skin to further enhance the light penetration.’
Importantly, Omnilux can be used both as a stand-alone treatment and in
conjunction with other modalities, such as IPL and skin needling.
It is now well documented that treatment with Omnilux light therapy can
achieve a very real and significant change in the appearance, texture and colour
of the skin. csbm
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