REBECCA BISSET has found the perfect combination.

I love the after-glow of a facial. And at 40-something any sort of glow is appreciated. The problem was - it just wasn't lasting long enough.

My most recent trip to IYAC clinic was for some IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) to lighten the brown spots on my cheeks. I also felt that my face needed a bit of a boost.  The therapist recommended one of their therapeutic facials, which includes a peel that contains a special cocktails of brighteners to lighten sun-spots and age-spots.

Step 1

The therapist performs microdermabrasion to remove the top layer of dead skin cells and reveal the glowing, fresh skin that lies below it. It also unclogs and minimises the pores.

Step 2

A gentle extraction shifts the build-up of sebum from more troublesome pores. Done with care, this does not damage the skin and is, I feel, an important part of any facial.

Step 3

My face and part of my neck are zapped with IPL to target brown spots and stimulate collagen production. I find this a bit painful in the areas where there is less fat, but the pain is short-lived.  I helps that I am allowed to aim a cold-air blower at the area being treated.

Step 4

Botox is injected to relax the frown furrow between my brows. I had this line successfully treated with a filler about a year ago, and many people mentioned how relaxed I looked. The effect does not last forever, though, so it is time for action to prevent the line from deepening again. I like to leave my forehead natural, but the frown line just makes me look grumpy - so that can go!

Step 5

As the peel is applied I am anticipating discomfort, and it does bite a bit.  But again, it doesn’t last long, and the therapist fans my face and that really helps.

Step 6

A few seconds in front of the LED Gentlewaves machine helps to calm and heal the skin and also increases collagen production.

One Month Later:

People are commenting on how good my skin looks and how relaxed I seem. The glow definitely lingered longer this time.

My plan now is to have a monthly facial at my usual salon, and then treat myself to this great booster every four months. I think with this combination by  the time I turn 50 I should look 40 again!

IYAC Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Clinic is at One Orchard Boulevard, #06-03 Camden Medical Centre.
Call (+65) 6738 7977.