Every ‘would-be-bride’ dreams of looking her best on the D-day. And that desire brings forth a series of beauty treatments that guarantee you a ‘magical glow’! But, if choosing what’s right for you is bogging you down, here’s help!
Dr. Seema Malik, MD, Eleganza clears the air about the most popular beauty treatments available for brides:
Microderm abrasion or skin polishing: With every passing day, skin cell turnover slows down, which leads to building up of dead skin cells that fail to reflect light leading to a dull-looking skin. So, with this painless procedure the outermost layer of dead skin cells is sloughed off to reveal a fresh layer of skin.
Laser skin rejuvenation: This procedure will help you firm up the sagging skin; remove blemishes, close pores and brighten up the skin tone. It also boosts the blood flow to the skin, which gives a glow immediately after the procedure. The treatment takes just 40 minutes and effect gets better till eight weeks.
Photo facials: During the 30 minute procedure, infra red light is passed over the topmost layer of the skin to increase blood circulation and reduce pigmentation. It improves jumbo follicles, eliminates skin infections, wrinkles, flaccid skin, and hyper-pigmentation spots etc. It can also be used to treat sun damage and weathered areas on the neck, arms etc. The results can be seen in a period of three days.
AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) facials: AHA acids, are derived from fruits and flowers and are best taken for their anti-aging effects and properties. However, creams formulated with AHAs help the skin look smoother. So, they are recommended for brides who have pigmented skin. This facial is best done to improve the action of the capillaries, skin texture and tightening pores, all the while inducing relaxation and calming the mind. Fruits are chosen according to the skin type. For example: Banana for dry skin and orange for oily skin. In this facial, laser is used to revitalize skin and ultrasonic machines to put in AHA creams into the deepest layers of the skin for quick & outstanding results.
Oxy-facials: If you have been exposed to dust, grime and long hours on the computer, this facial is best for you as it detoxifies the skin by lending it some oxygen.
Galvanic facial: If your face looks dehydrated and dry, this is the facial recommended for you. It is a hi-tech skin treatment where electrodes help in altering dry or oily skin conditions to normal. A Galvanic gadget is used here that directs a galvanic current on skin to bring in water-soluble substances that smoothen the skin. This benefits dry, dehydrated skins, as it improves moisture preservation.
Anti-oxidant and pollution-fighting facials: This facial uses creams and masks enriched with free-radical fighting agents like vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin E. Pollutants are first detached and the skin is then deep cleansed. This is recommended for people who travel a lot or have field job.
Acne facials: As the name suggests, this facial is designed for those who suffer from disturbed skin. It is particularly useful on teenage and adult acne. This facial should be taken at regular, two-week intervals until the problem gets over.
Bio-lift facials: Other then cleansing, massage and rejuvenation techniques, these facials include treatments that target dark circles under the eyes. Features and USP of this facial is the bio-mask, which tones and tightens the skin making it look younger.
Light chemical peel: A mild chemical solution is used to peel off the top-most layer of the skin revealing younger-looking, brighter skin. You will experience certain side effects like redness, itching and flakiness, which will go away in a couple of days. You may require multiple sittings before results start showing.
