Physician-Grade Skin Care Products to Continue Your Treatments at Home

Beautiful Skin Starts with Healthy Skin
To maintain and improve skin health, an effective, professional pharmaceutical grade skin care regime is essential. You can obtain these products only at physicians’ offices like our Medi-Spa, Le Salon di Bellezza.

We Will Prescribe a PERSONALIZED PLAN for YOU!
Let our skin care experts design a personalized skin care plan to address YOUR individual needs. We will help you manage the maze of skin care technologies and procedures and assist you in maintaining and maximizing the improvements you have made with these treatments with the use of physician-grade skin care products at home. We combine the science, the tools, and the technology so you can look your best at any age!

Is There Really a Difference between IMAGE INTERNATIONAL
PHYSICIAN-GRADE Skin Care Products and those from Department Stores?
Yes! Absolutely! The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not review cosmetic products for safety or efficacy, and they do not require companies to do safety and efficacy testing. In fact, 1 in every 100 cosmetic products on the market contains ingredients certified by government authorities as known or probable human carcinogens, including makeup, facial cleansers, and lip balms – according to a recent report by Environmental Working Group.

Restoring and maintaining optimal skin health is a concept that traditional over-the-counter products cannot accomplish. These products only treat the surface of the skin. Image International physician-grade skin care products work at the cellular level to diminish fine lines, fade sun damage, increase hydration, and stimulate cell turnover for more youthful looking skin. Image physician-grade skin care products are only available through a physician’s office as in our Medi-Spa, Le Salon di Bellezza.

Allow the experts at Le Salon di Bellezza to prescribe an Image skin care regime for YOU. Image skin care products are unparalleled in their quality in the marketplace today.

 
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At Le Salon di Bellezza we offer an award-winning cosmetic line of makeup called, “Glo Minerals Makeup.” These makeup products are GOOD for your skin, and come in the latest, most fashionable array of colors.

Glo Minerals products are pharmaceutical grade makeup with antioxidant power that is vital to the health of your skin. From powder and foundation to eye shadows and lipsticks, these products contain powerful SPF UVA/UVB protection that can help protect your skin from sun damage and pollutants in the air. You can even sleep with Glo Minerals Makeup on your face!

The foundation comes in your choice of a pressed, liquid, or loose format. All foundations are mineral based so you know they are great for your skin. The result of using this makeup is great looking skin; long-lasting, flawless coverage; and a youthful “glo” no one can ignore.

Stop by Le Salon di Bellezza to visit our Glo Minerals Makeup counter and learn more about this exciting new line of makeup recognized in 2007 by the American Spa Award as consumers’ favorite cosmetic line.

Call 210.227.3051 to schedule an appointment with one of our makeup experts and learn the latest makeup application techniques and beauty tips. Make Le Salon di Bellezza your one-stop destination for all your makeup and skin care needs!

After any procedure that involves taking off your makeup, our staff offers to give you a makeover using Jane Iredale makeup and Image International products to give you a new look – if you wish. There is no charge for this service after any treatment where we have to take off your makeup. You’ll get to enjoy skin moisturizers with sun block, makeup and concealers, eyeliner, eye shadows, sealing powder and spray, and an array of other products that are good for your skin. You’ll leave our Medi-Spa looking great!!!

Physician-Grade Chemical Peels to Treat Aging or Sun-Damaged Skin
and Acne

What are Chemical Peels?
A Chemical Peel is a method of resurfacing and conditioning the skin with the use of a variety of chemicals to address many skin issues. Our staff will analyze your skin issues and skin type and suggest treatment options specifically for YOU. We can treat many skin problems with Chemical Peels.

• Sun/Brown Spots
• Pregnancy Mask
• Uneven Skin Tones
• Aging Skin
• Acne or Oily Acne-Prone Skin
• Whiteheads or Blackheads
• Rosacea
• Dry, Dehydrated Skin
• Smoker’s Skin
• Dull/Tired Skin
• Large Pores

What Are the Types of Chemical Peels?

Lightening Lift Treatment
This resurfacing cocktail is a wonderful blend of agents designed to tighten and brighten. We typically use this formula for treating superficial pigmentation problems, sun spots, age spots, pregnancy mask, and uneven skin tones. This formula breaks up melanin blocks in the deeper layers of the skin. The deeper the pigmentation damage, the greater the need for additional pigmentation treatments. Our staff will design a program of a variety of treatments specifically to meet YOUR needs.

You can expect to feel itchy and prickly activity during the treatment. The brown spots will get darker, and then shed in 3 to 5 days. The skin will be smoother, lighter, and progress to being spot-free. It is very important for you to use our Image International Physician- Grade Skin Care Products after and during these treatments for optimum results. It is mandatory for you to use our Image International Solar Defense Gel SPF 30 daily to prevent reversal of the improvement and damage to your skin.

Wrinkle Lift Treatment
These resurfacing agents penetrate very quickly to the lower levels of the skin to work deeply. It is designed to regenerate new cells and increase the production of collagen to create a younger, healthy, and less wrinkled skin. This treatment is great for just about anyone, although we typically recommend it for all levels of aging skin and some pigmentation (brown or red) problems. Our staff will design a program of a variety of treatments specifically to meet YOUR needs.

After this treatment, you will feel a prickly, itchy feeling while the solution is working. Your skin may appear pink to very red, but this is normal. Depending on your skin, you may have some redness for many hours after the treatment. Immediately following the treatment, your skin will feel tight and fresh. Within 24 to 48 hours the skin may experience light shedding of old, dead skin cells. This is how the regeneration of new cells and increased production of collagen happens to create younger, healthy, and less wrinkled skin. As with all of our treatments, it is very important for you to use our Image International Physician-Grade Skin Care Products for optimum results. It is mandatory for you to use our Image International Solar Defense Products to prevent treatment result reversal or damage to your skin.

Acne Lift Treatment
This resurfacing cocktail is a combination of chemicals designed to take two actions. One agent works to slow down the sebaceous gland, thus slowing oil production that clogs the pores. The second agent breaks up the keratin in the cell, gently exfoliating dead skin cells, and increasing cellular turnover. This dual effect makes it an excellent, safe and gentle peel. We typically recommend this treatment for acne or oily-acne prone skin or skin with large pores. Our staff will design a program of a variety of treatments specifically to meet YOUR needs.

While the solution is working, you will feel an itchy, prickly feeling. Heat will be generated from the agents and redness will immediately occur. Oil from your skin may be drawn to the surface. The skin will feel tight and fresh. Shedding will occur within 24 hours, and the skin may appear darker, due to the exfoliation of dead skin that has melanin present. The dead skin cells will gently shed. This treatment is ideal for both young and mature skin that has excess oil, and large pores. As with all of our treatments, for optimum results it is very important for you to use our Image International Physician-Grade Skin Care Products. It is mandatory for you to use our Image International Solar Defense Products to protect your skin from damage.

Beta-Lift Treatment
This resurfacing treatment is very warm and penetrates very quickly and effectively. It works to slow down the sebaceous gland, thus slowing oil production that clogs pores. Immediate warm, flushing activity will be felt; the more severe the oil production or acne, the higher the level of activity. We typically recommend this treatment for facial acne, severe Whiteheads or Blackheads, and back and chest acne. Our staff will design a program of a variety of treatments to meet YOUR needs.

You will feel a very warm, flushing activity during the treatment. You should experience smoother skin, immediate oil reduction, and reduction of active acne within 24 hours. During this period, you will experience tightness, brown spots may initially and then shed off, and the acne may get worse before it can get better. This is normal. As with all of our treatments, for optimum results it is very important for you to use our Image International Physician Grade Skin Care Products and it is mandatory for you to use our Image International Solar Defense Products for protection from damage.

4-Layer Face Lift
This treatment contains a cocktail of pharmaceutical-grade ingredients that immediately drench your skin to tighten, lighten, and brighten. High doses of Vitamin C (a powerful antioxidant) penetrate your skin to tighten it. Another agent exfoliates your skin, and gentle but highly active medical-grade enzymes speed up cellular turnover and tighten up your skin. We recommend this treatment for Rosacea, dry/dehydrated skin, smokers’ skin, dull/tired skin, and it is even safe for pregnant women! Our staff will design a program of a variety of treatments to meet YOUR needs!

You will feel a soothing feeling to your skin during this treatment. Your skin will “glow” and feel tight and fresh. Any fine lines and fine discoloration will be refined. As with all of our treatments, for optimum results it is very important for you to use our Image International Physician-Grade Skin Care Products and it is mandatory for you to use our Image International Solar Defense Products for protection from damage.
 

SPECTRAPULSE INTENSE PULSE (IPL) PhotoFacial
to Treat Melasma, Rosacea, Sun Damage, Brown or Age Spots, Acne Scars and Fine Lines.

What is SPECTRAPULSE INTENSE PULSE LIGHT?
SpectraPulse Intense Pulse Light, often referred to as a PhotoFacial, is a non-invasive and non-ablative rejuvenation of your skin using the remarkable technology of Intense Pulse Light. PhotoFacial technology can correct or erase the signs of photoaging, Rosacea, sun damage, brown or age spots, and to decrease the appearance of mild acne scars and fine lines around the mouth and eyes.

How Does It Work?
After a clear gel is applied to the area, we gently apply the SpectraPulse hand piece to your skin. The IPL can resolve pigment problems (sun spots, age spots), freckles, redness (including small spider veins), sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, and Rosacea. The light from the SpectraPulse stimulates collagen growth, improves skin texture, increases skin smoothness, rids you of brown spots, small spider veins, redness and decreases pore size.

How Many Treatments Are Usually Required?
On average, we recommend between 3 and 5 treatment sessions, 3 weeks apart, for most problems, but the number of sessions is highly variable depending on your condition(s). You will notice gradual, natural looking improvement.

Generally, the IPL treatments work as follows: 1st and 2nd treatments help to remove redness (small vascular areas) and brown spots. The 3rd and 4th treatments help remodel collagen. And the 5th treatment targets the deep dermal collagen. In other words, the IPL PhotoFacial removes damage from the top layer down.

As with all of our treatments, we will make a personalized recommendation for YOU during your complementary consultation.

What Should I Expect After My SPECTRAPULSE IPL TREATMENT?
You will most likely have a mild sunburned feeling and appearance after your treatment. We will apply a physician-grade sun block to protect your skin before your leave. We will also provide you with a complementary makeover if you desire. You will notice that your spider veins, redness and/or brown spots are more visible at first. These changes last for a few days, then fade. Brown spots may rise to your skin’s surface, crust over or scab, then flake off.

YOU MUST USE PHYSICIAN-GRADE SUN BLOCK PRIOR TO AND AFTER YOUR IPL
TREATMENTS.
We carry these products for your convenience.

Are SPECTRAPULSE IPL TREATMENTS Used in Conjunction with Other
Treatments?
As with all of our treatments, you can obtain the best results when you combine IPL treatments with other treatments such as Botox, Lightwave (LED) Therapy, Microdermabrasion, Restylane®, and Chemical Peels. Based on your needs, we will make our recommendations for YOU!

 
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LIGHTWAVE LED (Light Therapy) to Rejuvenate the Skin And Diminish or Eliminate Stretch Marks What Does LIGHTWAVE REJUVENATION Do? Lightwave LED can reduce and even reverse the effect of aging and other damage to skin and body tissues. It works by stimulating the rejuvenation of these tissues at the cellular level, resulting in a significant and yet totally naturally looking cosmetic enhancement. Sounds Good. But Does It Really Work? The effectiveness of using light, both red and infrared therapy, to stimulate rejuvenation in damaged tissues has been documented in more than 2,500 research papers, and more than 100 double blind studies. It is even used by NASA to prevent muscle atrophy and bone loss in astronauts. Lightwave is the first light therapy system specifically designed and approved by the FDA for aesthetic application to the entire body. How Does LIGHTWAVE Work? Lightwave works by a process called PHOTOBIOSTIMULATION (the stimulation of life processes with light) – like photosynthesis with plants. It uses both visible red and invisible infrared light to stimulate your body’s regenerative metabolism at the cellular level (ATP). In other words, it provides you with what your body needs to produce the energy to heal itself. A Lightwave treatment provides energy that your cells can use to: accelerate the production of collagen and elastin increase cellular permeability, allowing for increased cellular nutrient intake increase the removal of excess fluid and waste products from the cells increase the production of macrophage (scavenger) cells for the removal of toxins/excess pigmentation/scar tissue increase lymphatic drainage increase vascularization (blood flow) to the surface of the skin What Will LIGHTWAVE THERAPY Do for My Face? Lightwave greatly enhances the appearance of your face. It reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by increasing cellular hydration, blood flow, nutrient-intake and waste removal within the various layers of the skin and supporting tissues. Lightwave lifts, tones, and restores your youthful appearance with 100% natural-looking results. Lightwave can also reduce the appearance of scars, burns, sun damage, sun spots, and pregnancy mask. It significantly enhances the results of medical microdermabrasion, chemical peeling, anti-cellulite regimens, and IPL PhotoFacials. We have found that Lightwave therapy works best when you undergo a medical microdermabrasion immediately prior to your Lightwave treatments at intervals designed specifically for you and your treatments. Can I Use LIGHTWAVE Therapy on other Areas of My Body? Absolutely! Lightwave can be used to improve ANY area of your body. It will tighten tired, flaccid skin on the breasts and abdomen, stretch marks, “orange peel,” scars, and cellulite. You CAN obtain a younger-looking, smoother, and firmer body. Because of the way it works, Lightwave is able to address many needs: • Stretch Marks (reduces subdermal scarring; softens, flattens and decreases scarring while stimulating circulation; improves skin tone and thickens the paper-like characteristics of stretch marks) • Your Face (rejuvenates, re-hydrates, tones, increases collagen and elastin – all of which erase years!) • Wrinkles (diminishes or eliminates them) • Cellulite (increases circulation to the dermis, feeds nutrients, stimulates lymphatic drainage to tone and smooth the skin) • Flaccid or Loose Skin (Tightens the skin by increasing circulation and providing nutrients to the aged/damaged tissue) How Soon Will I See Results and How Long Will They Last? As with any treatment, individual results vary from person to person. We have found that treatments are most effective for those persons already living a healthy lifestyle. Most people see noticeable changes in 6 to 8 treatments, but some see improvement after their first or second treatment! It takes an average of 14-21 days for the cells to complete their rejuvenation, so you will continue to improve for two to three weeks after each treatment. And the effects are cumulative, meaning that each improvement builds on the previous improvement. We recommend 2 treatments a week for a total of 10 to 20 treatments, depending on your needs. For maintenance, we suggest at least one treatment per month.   Here’s What our Patient, “MATY,” Had to Say About Her Results: “I’m in my early 30’s and had my first baby about a year ago. I couldn’t believe how loose my skin was after the birth…and those ugly stretch marks. I thought my skin would stay that way forever until I heard about Le Salon di Bellezza. After undergoing light therapy, the stretch marks have disappeared and my tummy is firm. I’d like to thank the staff at Le Salon di Bellezza. I feel so much better about myself!”

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LASER THERAPY to Remove Unwanted Hair and
Spider Veins

What is LASER?
Laser is a device that controls the way energized atoms release photons (light energy). It creates and amplifies a narrow, intense beam of coherent light, meaning that the waves of light are in phase with each other. It targets only specific tissue that preferentially absorbs light of particular wavelengths. We use laser for both hair and vein removal treatments, but we use a different wavelength for hair than for veins. In other words, laser has different targets called chromophores. Laser is an acronym as follows:

Light
Amplification by the
Stimulated
Emission of
                                                     Radiation

Important!!!!!
Laser Treatments Should Be Administered in a Medical Facility
Because of the power of laser energy, it is very important that patients receiving laser treatments receive them in medical facilities, not in centers without medical personnel. Licensed medical staff (MD and/or RN) should be ON SITE, not in the form of “medical directors” who are in name only.

What Should I Expect?
For Laser Hair Removal, in general, you should shave about 48 hours prior to treatment. Hair needs to be visible with about 1-2mm growth above the skin line. (ex: 5 o’clock shadow). If in doubt, it is better to have extra hair growth – we can always trim it down prior to the laser procedure. If the hair is too short, the laser cannot reach the hair follicle. DO NOT PLUCK OR WAX for at least one month prior to treatment as this causes microscopic scarring surrounding the hair follicle and results in a less effective treatment. Shaving can take place before and after treatments.

NO “PAIN”
Because we have new state-of-the-art technology, there should be no “pain” associated with the laser procedure. Patients who have been treated with older model machines commonly experienced moderate to severe pain. Providers who use older equipment use a “numbing gel,” but patients still report pain. We do not use a “numbing gel” because it is not necessary thanks to our new technology.

ZIMMER COOLER
We will use a state-of-the-art ZIMMER COOLER to assist in relief from any mild discomfort and to prevent damage to the skin. The Zimmer Cooler provides a consistent moist, cool flow of air over the area treated.

What Happens before the Treatment?
We will cleanse the area being treated prior to treatment. If we remove your make-up, we will provide you with a free makeover before you leave. We will also apply a physician- grade sun block to the area before you leave. To protect your eyes, we provide goggles during your procedure.

What Skin and Color Types Can Laser Treat?
Because we have new state-of-the-art laser technology, we can treat any skin type for laser hair removal. It is best if your skin color is as close to its normal shade as possible, so stay out of the sun or use a physician grade-sun block prior to treatments and after treatments. We carry physician-grade, “Image International,” skin care products at Le Salon di Bellezza.

For Laser Vein Treatment, we ask you to use physician grade sun block for 2 to 4 weeks prior to treatment and to use the same physician-grade sun block consistently following the treatment.

How Many Treatments Will It Take?
Hair grows in 3 phases: rest, intermediate, and growth phases (in lay terms). Laser will destroy the hair follicle while it is in the growth phase. It will not destroy any hair follicle in the rest or intermediate phases. Therefore, we will not destroy all the desired hair follicles in one treatment. You will need from 2 to 5 treatments to reach all the hair follicles at the right time. There is no way of determining exactly how many treatments it will take for you since every patient is different and different parts of the body are in different “growth phases” at different times. Also, hair grows at different rates in different parts of the body. Depending on the part of the body treated, we will need to see you every 4 – 8 weeks. If you wait past the time period we have recommended, the treatment will be much less effective.

Treating veins usually takes one treatment. We will ask to see you back in about 6 weeks to evaluate the results.

Are There Any Patients Who Cannot Have Laser
Treatments?
There are some patients who cannot have laser treatments. Here is a list of patients who are likely to experience contraindications to Laser Treatments:

1. Pregnant Patients
2. Patients who use Photosensitive Medications
3. Patients who are Insulin Dependent Diabetics
4. Patients with a History of Keloid Scarring
5. Patients who have had Dental Surgery within the last 2 weeks (for
facial treatments only)

 
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MICRODERMABRASION to Exfoliate and Rejuvenate Skin,
Followed by OXYMIST to Speed Healing and Improve Results

What Is MICRODERMABRASION?
Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical, non-chemical, non-invasive method of skin resurfacing. Air is circulated to produce a stream of fine aluminum oxide micro particles that “blast” and vacuum the surface of the skin. This gentle skin blasting causes the top dead skin layers to be removed along with the skin’s impurities. It also increases blood supply, thus providing nutrients necessary for skin regeneration and repair, and increased cellular turnover. It rejuvenates the skin by exfoliating and generating firmer, more youthful looking skin.

What Happens after MICRODERMABRASION?
After a microdermabrasion, your skin will “glow” and feel fresh. Any fine lines and fine discoloration will be refined. We recommend repeated and regular treatments because the effects of the microdermabrasion are not permanent. As we age, we produce less collagen and elastin which causes our skin to sag, wrinkle, crease, and look dull. However, over time, the repeated process of microdermabrasion stimulates the production of a new layer of skin cells, bringing with it an increased level of collagen and elastin, creating a more youthful, healthy skin tone and improving the skin’s overall appearance. After about the third or fourth treatment, 1-2 weeks apart, there is a real visible change in the appearance of the skin.

What Conditions Can Be Treated with MICRODERMABRASION?
Medical Microdermabrasion treats numerous conditions, including but not limited to, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, chicken pox scars, blemishes and acne, stretch marks, acne scars, brown spots, sun damage, and dull skin.

What Areas of the Skin Does MICRODERMABRASION Treat?
Most commonly, microdermabrasion is used on the face and neck. However, we use microdermabrasion for the stretch marks on the abdomen and hips. We also recommend microdermabrasion for the elbows, knees, hands, feet, shoulders and décolletage.

What Skin Types and Colors Can Be Treated?
All types of skin and skin colors may be treated with microdermabrasion.

MICRODERMABRASION Is Safe and Has No “DOWN TIME”
Microdermabrasion is performed in a sterile environment. All tools that contact the treatment area are either disposable or sterilized. It requires no healing time and can even be done on your lunch break!

How Does MICRODERMABRASION Feel During and Afterwards?
Microdermabrasion treatments feel like a mild biting sensation, similar to the feeling of stinging raindrops. The thinner the layer of dead cells in the treatment area, the more stinging you will feel and if you have a thick layer of dead cells, you will not feel any stinging. Following the treatment, you may feel like you have a mild sunburn. You may have some redness to the treated area – this is an increase in blood flow. We will apply a physician-grade sun block. We will also provide a free make-over with Jane Iredale mineral make-up if you desire. Only physician-grade, mineral make-up is recommended following a treatment.

Did You Know?
Le Salon di Bellezza is the only facility in the greater San Antonio area that uses Oxymist following Medical Microdermabrasion!!!

What Is OXYMIST?
Oxymist is applied to your skin following microdermabrasion to provide your skin with medical-grade oxygen and other nutrients to speed healing and improve results. The use of oxygen is essential for maintaining cellular function and repair. It promotes fibroblast production (a repair cell) and collagen production. Oxymist will make you look healthier and give your skin a smoother texture.

Why OXYGEN?
As we age our skin loses the ability to use and hold onto oxygen. By the age of 30, this ability has been reduced by almost 30% and reaches 50% by the age of 50. Less oxygen in the dermis of the skin results in more wrinkles, fine lines and skin that looks dull and lifeless.

Oxygen stimulates collagen production and destroys bacteria, particularly those associated with acne. It improves the functioning of blood vessels and acts as a defense against fine lines and dull skin.

 
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