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As the skin ages, it begins to lose fat cells in its hypodermis and subcutaneous layers, while at the same time its collagen fibers begin to lose their elastic properties. This is what ultimately causes the skin to lose its elasticity over time, resulting in the appearance of wrinkles and sagginess. The Sandro Dual Lift is a proprietary treatment developed by Dr. Mike himself to combat this aging process. A non-surgical procedure, it utilizes the Sandro Dual hybrid laser device to target areas of the skin that need repair. A four-step process, the Sandro Dual Lift uses specific laser wavelengths to reconstruct existing collagen and trigger the formation of new collagen and fibroblasts, making it especially effective at reducing wrinkles and lifting and tightening the cheeks, the under-eye area, and neck. According to Dr. Mike, it is, in essence, a procedure that aims to "put some collagen back where it was." The laser also targets unwanted brown spots and sun damage. The result is skin that is visibly clearer, tighter, and rejuvenated. The Sandro Dual Lift is relatively painless, feeling almost like getting a hot stone massage. There is also no downtime for this procedure, though you may experience some slight, temporary reddening in the treated areas. And although several sessions are needed in order to get the best results, patients will continue to see improvements for up to 24 weeks after the procedure. The Sandro Dual Lift Skinwave Hydrating Facial 2. 3. Hydrating Facials are all the rage right now, and it is easy to see why. This non-invasive, multi-step skin resurfacing treatment, which combines fluid washing and vacuum suction, is known for the myriad of skin benefits associated with it, as well as for being a generally relaxing and refreshing experience. The Skinwave machine used by Dr. Mike and his team at Keep Glowing Medical Spa simultaneously delivers water mixed with various solutions at high pressure to the skin, while its vacuum suction functionality removes dirt, sebum, and debris from the pores. At Keep Glowing, they deliver this treatment in three steps. First, they use a solution of alpha- hydroxy acid that is formulated to remove oils and oxidize impurities deep in the pores. Second, they introduce a beta-hydroxy acid solution that penetrates deep into the skin and dissolves and deoxidizes dead skin cells. This solution is particularly effective at calming acne and helping with redness and other skin conditions. Finally, in order to smooth, moisturize and add some volume to the skin, they deliver a final solution of hyaluronic acid into the deep layers of this skin. By the end of this treatment, your skin will feel fresh, revitalized, and will glow like new. V U E N J .C O M 126

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