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Acne Skin Treatment Procedures and Cost - San Fernando Valley, Calabasas, Sherman Oaks or Encino

Trying out a host of creams and treatments to get rid of acne to no avail can be distressing. The appearance of acne is first seen during puberty in most people, due to a surge in androgen hormones. The sebaceous or oil-secreting glands are stimulated by these androgens which causes breakouts. Acne can also flare up in women when their bodies undergo hormonal fluctuations during menstruation, menopause and pregnancy. Also, certain drugs and cosmetics have a tendency to aggravate acne.

Treating acne

Diagnosing the acne condition helps in controlling breakouts. A dermatologist typically prescribes suitable treatment based on how severe the acne is. Here are some common treatment options they prescribe:
  • Topical Treatment: This treatment can be used to treat mild to severe acne. It involves applying lotions, ointments or creams on the affected area.
  •  Systematic treatment: This treatment is used when topical treatments don't work. It can be used to treat moderate to severe,persistent acne. It works internally to clear out the skin. This is done by either taking oral acne medications or by injecting it into the skin.
  • Procedural treatment: This treatment can be used to treat mild to severe acne. The procedure is typically performed in a medical spa which is a cross between a spa and a clinic. A med spa performs anti-aging procedures, treats acne and hair loss, and conducts skin rejuvenation techniques under the supervision of a doctor.

Acne treatment procedures

Med spas offer many options like laser hair removal, laser treatments, light treatments, chemical peels, injections like Juvederm and Botox, and Photofacials. Skin therapists in med spas often use these procedures to treat acne: 1) Light chemical peels: Chemical peels help to clear the clogged pores and remove dead cells in the skin. It is used to treat sever acne and uses exfoliation techniques on the skin. 2) Phototherapy: This involves using light or laser to treat mild to severe acne. It helps in shrinking the oil-secreting glands and killing the bacteria that causes inflammation of the skin. It has an advantage over other methods as it penetrates and affects the deeper layer of the skin without damaging its surface. 3) Microdermabrasion: This is a treatment that exfoliates the skin by spraying it with fine crystals to remove the dead cells. It is performed on patients who don't have skin inflammation. 4)  Corticosteroid injections: These are used to treat persistent cysts that form lesions in the skin. It works in such a way that the inflammation reduces while causing minimal scarring.

How much do these treatments cost you?

The cost of acne treatments vary based on the technique used. Topical and systematic treatments cost fairly less when compared to laser treatment procedures. In spite of this, laser treatment is  preferred over other methods as it is highly effective. These procedures may also require for the patient to come in for multiple sessions and a touch-up every few months which adds up to the costs.  

derma fillersA growing number of people in the United States today are looking for cosmetic treatments that make them look younger and more attractive. However, a very large section of the population is averse to the idea of choosing invasive plastic surgeries to achieve this goal. This is where Rejuvenate Medical Spa, a state of the art medical spa facility in northern Los Angeles, CA is making a difference and fulfilling the gap that exists between surgical solutions and the people’s aspiration for less invasive alternatives.

Rejuvenate Medical Spa, headed by Dr. Bijan Farah, provides the best in class skin and laser cosmetic treatments, which are non-invasive or minimally invasive to ensure the desired results without the obvious risks and complications of a surgery. For the people in Encino, San Fernando and Sherman Oaks, CA, Rejuvenate Med Spa provides custom-made treatments to match with their needs and offers personalized care and attention to every patient for best results.

Expertise and Experience

The core strength of Rejuvenate Medical Spa, which makes it the first choice for many people in northern Los Angeles, CA, is its highly experienced team of medical specialists and trained staff members. The team is led by Dr. Bijan Farah, who has nearly four decades of rich experience in practicing medicine. Dr. Farah is driven by a passion to ensure the highest patient satisfaction, and oversees all the procedures and treatments personally. The expert and friendly team of nurses and estheticians at the facility make sure that each patient receives personalized care according to their specific needs.

Dr. Farah is specialized and board certified in Internal Medicine and Emergency Medicine. His extensive experience in treating a broad range of complex, acute and chronic medical conditions comes in handy to design the most appropriate treatment plans for patients at Rejuvenate Medical Spa. Dr. Farah also serves as the attending Staff Physician in the Dept of Internal Medicine at Providence-Tarzana Regional and Northridge Medical Centers.

Dr. Farah is ably supported by Larissa Markevich, a dedicated Family Practice nurse practitioner with more than decade of experience in Aesthetic Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, and Women’s Health. Larissa is very skilled in the areas of Botox and other injectibles. She is fluent in Russian.

Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Procedures

Rejuvenate Medical Spa provides some of the latest and most advanced non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures to the people in Encino, San Fernando, Sherman Oaks, and surrounding areas in Northern Los Angeles, CA.

Chemical Peels

Dr. Farah believes that chemical peels are one of the most effective ways to exfoliate skin, and remove the largest possible amount of dead skin cells without causing friction. Salicyclic acid and alpha-hydroxy acid are two of the most popular products applied for a chemical peel. Rejuvenate Medical Spa provides a complete range of chemical peels from the gentlest to deep peels, depending on the needs of a patient.

Injectables

Injectable dermal fillers can provide a more youthful appearance in a minimally invasive manner, and without any of the associated side effects and risks of a face lift surgery. Apart from anti-wrinkle fillers, Rejuvenate Medical Spa also provides Botox injections for patients who just need treatment for minor lines and wrinkles on the face.

Laser Skin Resurfacing

Laser technology has come a long way in providing minimally invasive skin tightening and skin rejuvenating solutions. The technology achieves very precise results with minimal or no damage to the surrounding healthy tissue. That makes it an ideal treatment for facial rejuvenation to achieve a more youthful look and reduce the signs of aging.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion and microdermabrasion are advanced cosmetic techniques to remove the thin upper skin layers, which allow fresh skin to grow with reduced wrinkles. The treatment is well suited for the fine lines, minor wrinkles, and even acne scars that appear on the face.

Sclerotherapy

This is a non-surgical treatment to remove or reduce the appearance of tiny spider veins as well as varicose veins. The procedure involves injecting a chemical solution directly into the targeted veins to cause natural disintegration and eventual disappearance of the diseased vein.

Procedures Available at Rejuvenate Medical Spa

Injectables

  • Dermal Fillers
  • Botox

Lasers

  • Facial Skin Tightening
  • IPL Photofacial
  • Micro Laser Peel
  • Skin Resurfacing
  • Painless Hair Removal
  • Spider Vein Removal

Body

  • Abdominal Reshaping
  • Arm Tightening
  • Cellulite Reduction
  • CoolSculpting
  • Legs and Buttocks Reshaping
  • Painless Hair Removal
  • Stretch Mark Removal

Skin

  • Chemical Peels
  • Cosmelan
  • Facials
  • Latisse
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Obagi
  • PCA Professional Treatments
  • Skinceutical Peels
  • VI Peels

Male

  • Male Body Contouring
  • Painless Hair Removal

Schedule an appointment with Rejuvenate Medical Spa to learn more about these procedures, if you are located in Encino, San Fernando, Sherman Oaks, or the surrounding areas in northern Los Angeles, CA.