BODY LESIONS CONCERNS
TREATMENT OPTIONS AND COMMON QUESTIONS TO DOCTOR
Forearms/thighs bumps?
BEST FOR: pores, post acne, hard bumps, bruising, dull non-elastic skin
COST: from $250
DOWNTIME: none to up to 3 days
Small hard bumps on forearm and thighs called keratosis pilaris are hard to treat. Firm protein called keratin builds up in hair follicules causing bump. In mild cases, you can use exfoliating brush and lactic acid serums at home. In more significant cases you may need professional help. Coral peel breaks hard keratin, soften it up and prevent further keratin plaques to form. It also works similar to mechanical peeling effect like a diamond microdermabrasion.
Red spots?
BEST FOR: haemangioma (red spot or bump)
COST: from $150, depending on size, location and amount
DOWNTIME: usually none, but crusts and inflammation is possible.
Red spots or bumps needs to be checks with an experienced skin doctor (VISTA Clinic Melbourne doctors are trained in skin cancer), especially if growing. Most commonly, they are so called hemangioma. It’s a cyst in a blood vessels, usually non-cancerous. Depending on the location, but most cases can be treated with coagulating the blood vessels, shutting circulation in this area. When crust fell off in few weeks, will be clear if additional cycle of treatment is needed.
Skin tags?
BEST FOR: lumps and bumps anywhere, which needs to be removed
COST: from $50, but cost may vary a lot depending on the severity and amount
DOWNTIME: none, lunchtime procedure, but bruising and crusts are possible
VISTA experienced cosmetic doctor will check if the lesion is benign or suspicious (using dermatoscope and skinoscope) and then discuss with diagnoses and causes, as well as treatment plan. In a rare event of malignancy, biopsy will be immediately arranged, but in 90% of the cases the lesion is benign and can be removed. We use electrocoagulation, electrocut, classic surgical scalpel, liquid nitrogen or other devices to choose from, depending on your skin lesion.
Usually procedure can be tolerated without pain relief or, if needed, with numbing cream or under local infiltration of anaesthetic. Most of the cases, effect is immediate and without downtime.
BEST FOR:
regular brightening peels, skin tightening, rosacea, ok during summer.
SKIN TYPE: all
- “Glow” was the most common feedback after 1st peel (please, note it can peel of old dry skin if not done regular - so, allow few days downtime 1st time)
- Natural peel derived from almonds - therefore not lasting long time, we supply 4 weeks supply at a time.
- Effect on skin tightening, collagen stimulation, brightening and antibacterial.
- If irritation, burn, concerns - stop and contact us.
Lactic Acid Peel
BEST FOR: aged skin, lack of moisture and excess old skin.
SKIN TYPE: dry, dull, rough and sun damage skin. Ideal for aging skin
Lactic (milk) acid is a natural pro-biotic, moisturiser and cleanser of dead skin.
Usually advised after "training" skin with mandelic acid as a next level up for aging, excessive, dull skin, not prone to rosacea or irritation.
Regular use prepares skin to better aging, more effecting in-clinic procedures, especially any skin quality treatments.
No or minimal downtime, visible reduces pores, wrinkles, helps skin health and cell turnover.
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BEST FOR: the strongest peel for home use.
SKIN TYPE: well prepared skin, dull, sun damaged, pigmented.
- Combination of acids for multi-factorial addressing of different skin problems.
- Recommended to use after prepared skin and during the winter.
- Improves smoothness of the skin, pigmentation, scars, pores, inflammation.
- Provide a course supply ( 3-4 weeks every 2 weeks or as tolerated).
Recommended after aesthetician consultation to ensure safety and best plan.
