Healthier Skin Through Facial Rejuvenation in Mackay, Queensland
Maintaining healthy, radiant skin is an essential part of any person’s beauty regimen. As a part of our commitment to providing total cosmetic care, we offer a full line of facial skin rejuvenation treatments at Elite Cosmetic Clinic in Mackay, Queensland. Together with injectable facial rejuvenation treatments, chemical peels, and other non-surgical options, these treatments can help almost anyone establish and maintain good skin health and youthful beauty.
IPL™ Photofacial
IPL™ Photofacial is a gentle facial skin rejuvenation treatment that uses brief, intense pulses of light to contract blood vessels and collagen fibers in the skin. This process improves skin texture and complexion, smoothing away wrinkles and laxity and causing pigment irregularities to fade. IPL™ Photofacial is an excellent option for skin rejuvenation patients who suffer from irritating skin conditions such as rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation, and prominent facial veins. Each treatment session lasts only 30 minutes, and each additional treatment session spaced a few weeks apart can improve the patient’s facial rejuvenation results.
Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion uses a fine spray of crystals to gently strip away dead and damaged cells from the skin’s surface, exposing healthier layers beneath. Over time, these outer layers sustain damage from environmental factors like sunlight and airborne pollutants, but the layers beneath are often fresh and healthy. Removing worn outer cells leaves the skin fresh, clear, and rejuvenated, diminishing the appearance of minor scars and blemishes, wrinkles, and other skin imperfections for a gentle, chemical-free facial rejuvenation. Microdermabrasion treatments at our Mackay, Queensland office generally take about 30 minutes to complete, making them ideal for lunchtime or almost any other break in a busy daily schedule.
Skin Care Products
Prescription-only skin care products represent a significant step up from over-the-counter offerings available at grocery stores and pharmacies. These products are specially formulated for enhanced results, undergoing extensive testing to ensure their safety and quality. We carry a full range of skin care products appropriate for the special needs of almost any patient.
Danné Montague-King®
“There are no secret formulas, no special techniques from abroad and no miracle scientific breakthroughs that alleviate all skin problems including aging. There are only the dictates of our own body chemistry, and we must match that chemistry as closely as possible to provide the maximum ideal environmental for healthy skin.”
— Danné Montague-King
Imitating nature for natural results
Natural skin treatment methods and organic herbal chemistry have entered a “golden era.” Today, cosmetic research scientists are rejecting synthetic approaches to skin care and returning to natural concepts that focus on what the skin really responds to – what really works. In this “Golden Age of Skin Therapy,” opportunities for youthful, healthy skin have never been better!
Imitating Nature for Natural Results has been the basis of the Danné concept for more than 40 years. By combining state-of-the-art botanical science with innovative technology, Danné has created one of the most advanced skin care systems available. This exciting skin care program is based on the principle that cells of the skin respond positively to chemistry the skin recognises the chemistry it manufactures on its own. Duplicating this chemistry and combining it with the Danné Remove – Rebuild – Protect – Maintain system has placed Danné in the forefront of skin revision therapy.
Unique programs for all skin types
Danné methodology, treatments and products have helped change the face of aesthetics. Unlike animal and petroleum by-products found in many over-the-counter skin care programs, Danné botanical formulations work with the skin rather than merely acting on it. Amino acids, other proteins, enzymes and fractionated oils from the plant world are used to create an environment that allows the skin to thrive.
The Danné Remove – Rebuild – Protect – Maintain system matches individual body chemistry within the appropriate botanical formulations, professional treatments and home prescriptives. Regardless of ethnic background, gender, age or skin condition, Danné offers an effective program for all skin types.
Professional treatments team up with home prescriptives for natural results
The Danné concept is a comprehensive approach to skin revision. For maximum effectiveness, professional treatments are teamed with home prescriptives to create an environment in which the skin is continuously rejuvenated.
Maintenance with home prescriptives
Danné home prescriptives are modified versions of Danné professional skin care treatments. A complete line of cleansers, moisturisers, skin nourishers, masques and problem skin formulas are available for purchase at a reasonable cost.
Every Danné product is an organic-based, transdermal formulation which enables the skin’s natural biochemistry to nourish and restore itself. Danné formulas contain collagen promoting vitamin C for making the skin look smooth and enzymes for minimising fine wrinkles and acne scars. Nutrients such as amino acids, proteins, and vitamins B, C and E work with the skin to promote miraculous powers of self-regeneration. Danné products do not contain animal or petroleum by-products found in most over-the-counter cosmetics and cleansers. All products are clinically tested.
Danné Paramedical Education Standards
Danné Professional Paramedical Technicians are required to attain a specific level of training, including practical examinations, before becoming a certified Danné Technician. These technicians have furthered their base knowledge of their industry to advanced skin revision techniques that will assist in alleviating various stubborn skin conditions.
These conditions did not appear over night, so work with your paramedical skin technician to achieve the progressive long-term results available with the Danné Skin Revision Systems. The results may take between one and twelve successive treatments to achieve, however you wear your skin everyday, so bear in mind how short the treatment time is, compared to the rest of your life.
NeoStrata® Skin Care
NeoStrata® skin care products are formulated and produced using the safest and most effective Alpha and Poly Hydroxy Acids derived from natural plant and fruit extracts. NeoStrata® products penetrate the upper layers of the skin and stimulate the natural exfoliation process.
The NeoStrata® skin care range has been proven to improve the appearance of:
- Dry, dull and dehydrated skin
- Premature ageing
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Surface pigmentation
- Acne scarring
- Oily and acne prone skin
NeoStrata® Gluconolactone Formulation
NeoStrata® green label products contain Poly Hydroxyl Acid gluconolactone, providing gentle exfoliation, moisturisation, skin conditioning, anti-aging and antioxidant benefits that prevent and reverse the aging process.
NeoStrata® Glycolic Acid Formulations
These products contain Alpha Hydroxy Acid glycolic acid, which works by accelerating the natural process of exfoliation and increasing the natural rejuvenation process of the skin.
Other Elite Treatments
Pedicure — Unveil Fabulous Feet
An Elite a pedicure is the perfect way to treat and recondition the often neglected skin of the feet. Treatment includes the removal of thickened callous by either the European Blading technique or with Danné Alkaline Formula. Fresh skin is then nourished with a combination of massage and a paraffin wax dip. Terrific toes are finally unveiled with cuticle care, and a final buff and shine or the application of a favourite nail polish.
Eye Treatments
At Elite, we offer traditional eye enhancing treatments, including eyebrow waxing and eyebrow and eyelash tinting, to make your eyes pop. We also offer Eye Fusion Treatment which targets the skin around the eye area. The combination of active ingredients used in this treatment work in synergy to lighten dark circles and tighten the delicate tissue that surrounds the eye area.
Facial Treatments — Skincare with Luxury
Skin treatment is catered to your individual concern while incorporating the luxury of face, neck, shoulder, and scalp massage with blended essential oils. Our talented Beauty Therapists will tailor your treatment to decongest, rehydrate, re-nourish, and re-invigorate your skin.
Massage
Therapeutic massage relaxes tired muscles and soothes body and mind. You can choose from aromatic or unscented massage oils. Massage is also recommended post-operatively for liposuction, abdominoplasty, and facial surgery patients to aid in the healing process.
Body Treatments — Beautiful Skin All Over
Skin is the largest organ of the body, and treatments are available to recondition problematic skin that may arise anywhere. Our Beauty Therapists will tailor a plan for your specific concern. Treatments are available for body acne, ingrown hairs, folliculitis, sun damage, skin firming and tightening, and much more.
Cosmetic Tattooing
Dermal pigmentation, commonly known as tattooing, has been present for centuries in our cultures for the purpose of body adornment. The implanting of pigments (colours and dyes) intradermally results in permanent alteration of tissue to gain cosmetic effect. The pigmentation effect is obtained by a procedure in which minute, metabolically inert pigment granules are mechanically placed beneath the epidermis. When the procedure utilises microscopes or magnifying loupes, the appropriate term is Micro pigmentation. Micro pigmentation, also known as “Colour implants” or “Permanent cosmetic makeup”, has mushroomed in popularity in Australia since 1985.
The micro pigmentation procedure introduces pigment into the skin using the finest quality needles for semi-permanent/permanent results. Needle penetration is quite shallow, which is the reason for the changes being semi-permanent. As you replace your skin over the years, the changes can gradually fade away.
Are there any risks?
Side effects for cosmetic tattooing may include, but are not limited to, reddening, pain, swelling, and itching at the site of injection, but are usually only temporary. In 1-2 percent of injections, infection may occur, which is usually easily treated. As with all injectable treatments, reactive herpes (cold sores), bacterial skin infections, discolouration of the implant site, scar formation, and a very rare chronic inflammatory response are possible risks.
Can anyone have treatment?
It is not advisable to undergo treatment if you have a history of sudden severe hypersensitive reactions, antibody reaction, or major allergic conditions. You should also avoid treatment during pregnancy, while breast feeding, or if you are undergoing immunotherapy, which includes treatment of an infection, or if you have a tendency to develop abnormally large scars. Treatment should not be administered if there is an infection of any type on the skin.
Hair Reduction Treatments
Through advanced hair reduction, now there’s a better solution for unwanted hair for both men and women!
You may be surprised to learn that almost your entire body is covered with hair. Some hair is coarse and dark, and some is fine and pale that isn’t visible to the naked eye. For men, problem areas include the back and shoulders, around the ears and between the eyebrows. If you’re a competitive athlete, regular shaving or waxing of body hair can become a tedious and expensive chore. Women experience slightly different problems, and excess hair can appear on the face, abdomen, breasts or arms. Excess hair can prevent women from wearing high cut bathing suits, shorts or even short skirts. There is a solution for unwanted hair that is simple and safe for both men and women.
In the past, the usual remedies for unwanted hair were plucking, shaving, waxing or chemical depilatories: some are painful, some are messy, and all are only temporary. The long term method of electrolysis is popular and effective, but can be painful and very slow, often taking months or even years of regular repeated treatments for optimal results.
But now there’s a more effective solution. At Elite Cosmetic Clinic we provide state of the art systems specifically designed to remove unwanted hair faster, less painfully, and more reliably than before. Our laser hair removal machine produces a beam of highly concentrated light which is absorbed by the pigment located in the hair follicles. The laser machine pulses for a fraction of a second, just long enough to vaporize the pigment, disabling several hair follicles at a time to eliminate or significantly impede the hair’s regrowth. In addition, the special cooling hand pieces cool and protect the surrounding skin, making the treatment not only effective but comfortable and safe.
What can you expect?
The length of a hair reduction session may last for 15 minutes to an hour or more, depending on the size of the area to be treated. Because the machines tend to treat hair follicles that are in an active growth phase, more than one treatment may be required to disable hair follicles that subsequently enter this growth phase. However, one treatment may result in a significant enough improvement that it may be all you desire or require. Approximately four to eight treatments are recommended for most areas.
The hair reduction treatment itself can produce a slight tingling sensation. Most patients tolerate the procedure well; however, as some areas of the body are more sensitive than others, topical anesthesia may be required. The appearance of the treated area immediately after a hair reduction session will vary from patient to patient depending on the extent of the treatment and the individual’s skin type. Immediate side effects, if any, are minor, and may include redness and swelling which disappear in a short time. Most people return to their normal activities straight away. We will be happy to tell you more about your treatment and what you can expect during your consultation.
We’re Here to Help
At Elite Cosmetic Clinic the world’s most advanced treatments for effective removal of unwanted hair are provided – great news for men and women who want to get rid of excess hair! Depending on your needs, almost all body areas can be treated with this state-of-the-art-technology. All of our technicians are fully qualified and certified to provide hair removal. Contact us today to learn how we can remove unwanted hair for you.
Chemical Peels
Environmental damage, pigmentation, and acne can all affect the smooth appearance of the skin on your face and neck, sometimes resulting in a loss of confidence about your appearance. We offer a range of chemical peels, especially designed to provide treatments for these types of skin conditions. A chemical peel is a relatively quick facial rejuvenation procedure that helps smooth fine lines and reduce skin discolouration while stimulating cell turnover.
The chemical peel process involves removing a micro-thin top layer of the skin through the application of chemicals to the skin, resulting in superficial skin rejuvenation. Our product range is an exceptional skin rejuvenation treatment that aggressively outperforms other superficial chemical peels without damage to the skin. The peel procedures are safe, effective and accomplished in approximately 30 minutes, depending on your individual skin problem. Visit our Chemical Peels page to learn more about our treatment options.
Intense Pulsed Light Photo Rejuvenation
For those looking for a non-invasive solution to the anti-aging dilemma, we now offer the latest aesthetic medical breakthrough to help restore the skin’s youthful look – Intense Pulse Light (IPL). This facial rejuvenation technology provides noticeable but subtle and gradual results, achieved over several treatment sessions. IPL treats the entire face rather than isolated areas or imperfections, imparting an overall revitalized and youthful appearance. This latest breakthrough goes beyond traditional creams and major surgeries to improve sun damaged skin and other facial concerns safely and effectively with no “down time” or interference with an active lifestyle.
IPL skin treatments use a process called photo rejuvenation to treat sun damaged skin, including age spots (sun induced freckles), benign brown pigmentation, broken capillaries, and other veins that often cause redness. Because the treatment is so gentle, it is appropriate for the face, neck, hands, or anywhere sun damage shows.
The key factor in IPL therapy is the provision of more oxygen and better nutrients to the skin. This is performed by using light energy of a specific frequency to gently stimulate the formation of healthy blood vessels and shut down abnormal ones. When the light reaches the subcutaneous layers of the skin, collagen and elastin fibres are stimulated by the heat to renew themselves, resulting in a healthy glow and a gentler complexion. IPL makes the skin softer and smoother, restructures and regenerates cells, repairs and stimulates DNA, and has an immediate anti-inflammatory effect. The light has a sterilization effect which kills bacteria so acne inflammation is greatly reduced or even eliminated within a few days when treated with IPL
How it Works
A cool gel is applied to the skin and the IPL hand piece is moved over the skin. The hand piece emits light in pulses, which feel much like a snap of a rubber band. Each treatment takes approximately 30 minutes. Even though the light is penetrating several levels and skin problems at once, there is no down time after the procedure, very little associated redness, and a faster result than with other skin treatments. A series of four to five treatments over several months with maintenance visits every 6-12 months is recommended, but all treatments are dependent on the individual. The IPL procedure is non-invasive and can be performed in your lunch hour. You can leave immediately after your IPL procedure; however you should stay out of the sun for the rest of the day.
In nearly all cases, photo rejuvenation is considerably more affordable than other cosmetic procedure options available today, and treatment can be customized to individual conditions and skin types. Photo rejuvenation using IPL provides superior results and outstanding patient satisfaction.
Schedule a Skin Rejuvenation Treatment at Elite Cosmetic Clinic
With so many effective facial skin rejuvenation treatments available, our office in Mackay, Queensland Australia is one of the area’s leading destinations for skin care patients. Contact Elite Cosmetic Clinic today to find out more about our offerings, or to schedule an appointment. We look forward to helping you improve the health and beauty of your skin.
