Aesthetic medicine treatments of Clinique La Prairie

Coolsculpting is an innovative and non-invasive solution to reduce fat cells by applying controlled cooling to target areas. This technique refers to cryolipolysis technology, which consists of cooling fat cells in order for them to be selfeliminated by lymphatic drainage. The treatment is performed under medical supervision to guarantee safe and effective results.

Areas: belly, arms, thighs, buttocks, chin

Results:

• Innovative body reshaping technology

• Rapid loss of fat and bulges

• Lasting results

Points to note: Your lymphatic circulation will gradually eliminate the cold-treated fat cells over a period of two months. Bruising or cramp-like pains may occur as side effects but will disappear within a few days.

A lifting effect
Method: This treatment uses high intensity, focused ultrasound to make small, heated lines in the skin. It then retracts
and the cells make new collagen and elastin molecules, lifting and tightening the skin non-invasively, in just a single
session.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, arms, thighs, buttocks, belly

Results:
• Firmer face contours
• Reduction of wrinkles around the eyes, forehead and double chin
• Lifting effect on the belly, arms and thighs

Points to note: The natural lifting effect will last 2 years.
The treated area may still be a little painful the day after treatment – painkillers will ease this discomfort

Correct sagging
Method: The doctor uses local anaesthetic and inserts tensor threads under the skin with the help of a cannula. These
notched threads made from polylactic acid are bioresorbable and cling deep within the skin, lifting it. The final results
will appear gradually over 2 to 3 weeks.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, arms, belly, thighs

Results: A lifting effect, avoiding the constraints of an invasive surgical operation.
• Redefined and tautened face contours
• Natural features and expressions
• Lifted sagging tissue, with more volume

Points to note: The threads will be naturally absorbed after 2 to 3 years. You might see some bruising, and cramp-like
pain can occur the day after treatment but will disappear with painkillers.

Lifting and smoothing effect on the skin
Method: These two techniques make it possible to obtain a lifting effect by reshaping collagen, and a smoothing effect
of the skin surface through the action of microneedles. Radio frequency reduces the layer of fat under the skin, which
improves the double chin and cellulite.

Areas: face, neck, body

Results:
• Improves fine lines and scars

Points to note: After the treatment the skin can remain red for 24 to 48 hours, the marks of the microneedles can
remain visible for 2-3 days. It is advisable to do three treatments 6 weeks apart and then every year or every two years
depending on the skin type. This treatment is contraindicated if you have a pacemaker or you have metal prostheses.
An anesthetic cream is applied to the skin 30 minutes before treatment.

Hydrate and vitalize
Method: A highly nutritious and revitalizing cocktail – hyaluronic acid, a blend of 15 vitamins, amino acids and trace elements with antioxidant and moisturising properties – is injected into the epidermis, restoring an essential concentration of nutrients to the skin to leave it glowing. This treatment uses fine needles to ensure painless and effective results.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands, scalp

Results:
• Instant glow
• Firming effect (face and décolleté)
• Reduction of fine lines and improvement of tone (neck and décolleté)

Points to note: This treatment has no side effects and does not require any downtime. Some isolated redness and bruising may appear but will fade after a few days. We recommend a top-up session every 3 months.

Smooth cellulite and refine your body shape
Method: This treatment uses localized Injections to liquefy subcutaneous fat, destroying fat build-up.

Sreas: double chin, body (cellulite), buffalo hump

Results:
• Loss of fat and double chins
• Reduction of cellulite on the hips and thighs
• Firmer skin

Points to note: This treatment achieves efficient results, refining your body shape after just a few sessions-

Regenerate and tone
Method: PRP is a natural treatment using Injections of growth factors naturally present in your own plasma. The first step involves drawing blood (a simple blood draw), which will then be centrifuged to isolate platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The harvested PRP contains a rich concentration of platelets, which is re-injected into the dermis using very fine needles. PRP stimulates the skin cells responsible for producing collagen and elastin.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands, scalp

Results:
• Deep regeneration for smoother, younger-looking skin
• Visible reduction of wrinkles, scars and dark circles
• Improves hair regrowth

Points to note: You might see small papules appear at the injection sites, which will disappear after a few hours. This technique remains the most effective treatment to solve the problem of dark circles. To ensure long-lasting benefits, we would advise you to renew it regularly according to the quality of your skin and your age.

Fill and restore volume
Method: Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that is naturally present in our bodies and essential for hydration and tone. It captures and holds water within the deep layers of the epidermis. Wrinkles appear when the skin’s natural hyaluronic acid decreases. Thanks to scientific advances, hyaluronic acid can now be made in a laboratory and reinjected into the skin as a gel. It retains water and mixes with the hyaluronic acid in the dermis to create a plumping effect.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands, lips, cheekbones, chin, scars

Results:
• Plumping effect on lips
• Filled wrinkles
• Smoother skin

Points to note: The results will last 12 to 18 months. Slight oedema or bruising can occur during treatment but will disappear after a few days.

Soften expression lines
Method: Injecting this protein helps reduce the muscle activity responsible for facial wrinkles - frown lines (between the eyebrows), forehead lines, crow’s feet, etc. This technique can also be used to treat excessive sweating on the underarms, hands and feet, along with migraines.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hyperhidrosis of the underarms, feet, hands

Results:
• Reduces expression lines
• A more rested-looking face
• Reduction in excessive sweating

Points to note: Muscle contraction is reduced two to three weeks after intramuscular injection and lasts 4 to 6 months. Side effects may include bruising around the injection sites or drooping of the eyelids (reversible after a few days).

Intense hydration
Method: Subcutaneous injections of stabilized low molecular weight hyaluronic acid provide long-lasting hydration without
increasing volume. Drops of hyaluronic acid are injected into the dermis, focusing on on marked zones.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands

Results:
• Delays the appearance of of first wrinkles
• Provides deep, long-lasting hydration
• Enhances skin elasticity
• Improves skin texture

Points to note: The result is instantaneous and the effect lasts between 9 and 12 months.

Lifting and hydrating effect
Method: The combination of two types of hyaluronic acid of low and high molecular weight has both a hydrating and lifting effect. The injections are given in five areas on each side of the face.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands

Results:
• Lifting effect
• Deep hydration
• Maintains volume
• Skin has more elasticity

Points to note: Improves complexion immediately. We recommend two Injections one month apart and then every six months. As with all injections, minor bruising may occur at the injection site.

Create even skin tone
Method: The light diffused by the laser destroys the pigments present in sunspots and rosacea (redness on the cheeks,
nose, forehead and chin). Several sessions are necessary to eliminate symptoms completely.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté, hands

Results:
• A more even complexion
• Rosacea disappears
• Sunspots disappear

Points to note: Crusts may form on the laser-treated sites and the rosacea will grow redder, like sunburn, for a few days. The treated areas should not be exposed to the sun for 15 days.

Remove varicose leg veins
Method: When the small veinlets running through our bodies dilate, they can stand out and take on a red, bluish or
purplish colour, forming unsightly varicosities. Two to three laser sessions can eliminate these enlarged veinlets.

Areas: legs

Results:
• Varicose veins disappear
• Legs are left smooth

Points to note: You might see some bruising around the laser pulse points for a week after treatment. This is only temporary and will quickly disappear. The treated area should not be exposed to the sun for 30 days.

Smooth your skin
Method: The Pearl laser is specially designed to reduce fine lines and gently smooth skin marked by acne scars.

Areas: face and body

Results:
• Smoothed lines
• Reduction in acne scarring
• Glowing complexion

Points to note: Your skin will remain pink or reddish for the first three days after treatment and then peel over the next three days. We recommend a week of post-treatment downtime. Several sessions are sometimes necessary to completely smooth the area.

Skin fit for a star
Method: The Hollywood Peel is a combination of different treatments. An active product, such as charcoal, is applied to the skin to absorb its inner impurities. This works in tandem with laser action for deep skin cleansing.

Areas: face

Results:
• Absorption of impurities
• Deep cleansing of the skin
• Pure, fresh, glowing complexion

Points to note: No undesirable effects.

Remove unwanted hair
Method: Laser light enters the skin and is absorbed by the pigments in the hair roots. Hair grows at different rates throughout the body, so treatment duration can take between 4 to 6 sessions to eliminate all the roots.
Areas: upper lip, chin, ears, nose, beard, décolleté, neck, upper back, shoulders, belly, lower back, bikini line (classic, extended or full), half legs, full legs, underarms, arms

Results:
• Long-term hair removal

Points to note: The treated area should not be exposed to the sun for 2 weeks. Patients should shave between laser hair removal sessions to ensure maximum root retention. Any side effects (such as redness) are only temporary.

Improves quality of skin and treats acne
Method: The laser heats the upper dermis, stimulating the production of new collagen. The controlled heat kills the bacteria that cause acne while simultaneously treating the redness and early scarring from acne.

Areas: face, neck, décolleté

Results:
• Skin is revitalized and smoother
• Targets fine lines
• Reduces widespread redness, scarring and acne
• Improves dilated pores

Points to note: This treatment offers an effective long-term solution for acne problems through treating overactive sebaceous glands. The treatment can be carried out at any time of the year. There are no side effects or need for recovery time.

Radiance Boost
Method: Superficial peels remove dead cells, sebum and bacteria from the surface of the skin.

Areas: Face, neck, décolletage, body

Results:
• Drying out of acne lesions through sebum regulation
• Brighter skin (radiance boost)

Note: After a superficial peel, no side effects are to be expected.

Deep Cleansing and Skin Regeneration
Method: Medium peels work deeply. They involve mild acids like glycolic acid or trichloroacetic acid, which are applied to the skin for a few minutes.

Areas: Face, neck, décolletage, body

Results:
• Reduction of acne lesions
• Reduced imperfections and pigmentation spots
• More even skin tone and improved skin elasticity

Note: After a medium peel, the skin becomes red for 3 days, then peels for the following 3 days, similar to the effects of sunburn.