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Firming Dermal Peptide Infusion – New Treatment

One of the biggest stories in skincare this year has been the rise of dermal infusions.

Deeper and longer-lasting than a facial yet still comfortable to receive,

They bridge the gap between spa-type facials and the high intensity treatments such as microneedling or radio-frequency.

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Dermal infusions, also known as cosmetic MesoTherapy, is all about getting high-quality ingredient molecules deeper into the skin, bypassing the protective outer layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, and arriving intact and fully charged in the deeper epidermal layers where they work on the cellular structure to produce a specific effect, depending on what ingredients are chosen for you.

You may already be familiar with the Hydrating & Brightening Hyaluronic Acid & Vitamin C dermal infusion we introduced earlier this year (and if you’re not you can read more here).

Now we are excited to debut our next MesoTherapy option – dermal peptides for skin cell rejuvenation and line smoothing.

The details:

Utilising a biostimulation product composed of 57 active ingredients including a complex of biomimetic peptides, multiple vitamins and amino acids, this meso infusion improves ageing skin and reduces and prevents expression and fine lines due to its potent regenerating power.

It also increases skin elasticity by regulating collagen and elastin leaving the skin, firmer,softer, smoother and younger looking.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

GF sh-Oligopeptide-1 (CG-EGF), sh-Oligopeptide-2 (CG-IGF1), sh-Polypeptide-1 (CG-bFGF), sh-Polypeptide-2 (CG-TRX), Copper Tripeptide-1, 14 Vitamins, 24 Amino Acids, 4 Minerals,
4 Coenzymes, 4 Nucleic Acids, 2 Reducing Agents.

PT Oligopeptide-24 (CG-EDP3), Decapeptide-4 (CG-IDP2), Acetyl Decapeptide-3 (Rejuline), Tripeptide-6 (CG-CTP), Copper Tripeptide-1, 13 Vitamins, 24 Amino Acids, 5 Minerals,
4 Coenzymes, 4 Nucleic Acids, 2 Reducing Agents.

APPLICATION

For lasting results take a series of three treatments, 1-2 weeks apart.

Cost:

RRP €150/ 1 session, *Launch Price* €120 – limited time only! SAVE €30.
Package prices apply on pre-paid courses of three/six.

Special launch price…

MesoTherapy – Did you know?

MesoTherapy at Skin Essentials

One of the hottest treatments in the beauty industry

Now at Skin Essentials by Mariga, Wexford, and in our Donnybrook clinic – The Hideaway.

What’s it all about?

MesoTherapy is a deep skincare treatment that gives long-lasting hydration. In fact, it gives an 84% increase in hydration to your skin by deeply infusing Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid.

Who can have it?

Everybody! This treatment is literally for everyone. For those simply concerned with prevention or the very first signs of ageing we would recommend having a once off MesoTherapy treatment.

For those with more visible signs of ageing or neglected skin we would recommend having a course of MesoTherapy treatments i.e. between 3 and 6 MesoTherapy treatments to receive the full benefits.

Before and after pic of Mariga Sheedy from Skin Essentials Wexford showing the difference after one treatment, hydrated, radiant, softer

One SmartMeso treatment, one day apart

The SmartMeso System

We combine the power of nano-needling, electroporation microchip technology and targeted scientific ingredients to supercharge your skin’s processes and give immediate, visible results on a variety of skin concerns.

The SmartMeso system includes 2 types of MesoTherapy treatments to choose from:

What are the benefits?

Quick Results,
Plump and firms the skin,
Hydrates the skin,
Skin is glowing after treatment,
Naturally stimulates the production of collagen and elastin – essential for skin’s natural elasticity,
Quick treatment with no downtime,
Progressive long-lasting results!

Frown lines annoying you? We have a needle-free solution you will love!

Are you concerned with frown lines or lip lines?

Thinking about anti-wrinkle injections or fillers but worried if it’s right for you?

We have the answer for you!

Exclusive to Skin Essentials by Mariga in Wexford is a revolutionary wrinkle revision solution:

NEEDLE-FREE HYDROPORATION

Hydroporation uses compressed air to blast hyaluronic acid through your pores and into the lower levels of the epidermis, plumping out lines by penetrating the spaces between skin cells that have gotten ‘stuck’ together from lack of hyaluronic acid, which depletes as we age.

Hydroporation is the quick, simple and natural alternative to invasive injections. The fluid introduced into the skin is hyaluronic acid, a natural component of your skin’s own moisturising system.

As hyaluronic acid is native to the skin, it is readily accepted into the epidermis and mixes with your own extra-cellular fluids to re-create the cushioning between the cells that gives you a plumper, revitalised, smoother surface to the skin.

Available from Skin Essentials in its original format for plumping lip lines for some time now, we are excited to launch two great new innovations from the parent company exclusively to our clients that we know you will love.

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And of course the regional great formula for softening lip lines is still available too!

So, what’s new?

Hydroporation is now available in a treatment for frown lines. Finally a solution for those ’11’ lines between the eyebrows that doesn’t require needles! (see video below).
New cross-linked hyaluronic acid fluid is now available for those who have already tried and liked the original formula. This new formula breaks down more slowly in the skin and therefore gives a longer-lasting result.
1. Perfect for those who are happy with their current results and want to make them longer-lasting. As an average, if you are getting 3-4 months out of your current hydroporation shots, you can expect to increase that to 6-8 months with the new fluid!

Pricing:

Original fluid – €25 per shot
New cross-linked formula: €35 per shot

How many shots will you need?

That completely depends on the current condition and hydration of your skin.

As an average, upper lip needs 4 shots, one lines between the brows needs an average of 2 shots. Initially a course of 3 over 6 weeks is performed, then top-ups of a single session every few months depending on which fluid is used and how well you take care of your skin at home!

An outline of a proposed course of treatment is given along with prices at your initial complementary consultation.

We highly recommend this natural alternative to injectables and it is one of Mariga’s top requested treatments. Book your consultation now on 053 9145981 and see what it can do for you!

Perfect Party Prep Skin Treatments

Party prep your skin!

When it comes to pre-party skin treatments you need 3 things:

A quick treatment…
With minimal downtime…
Plus maximum skin boosting results.

When your social diary is full, you need to look your best, fast!

At the same time, late nights, extra rich food / alcohol intake and hectic schedules gang up on you to make you look tired, dull or blotchy.

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The answer? Deep boosting skin treatments that can be done quickly to get you back to your best.

We recommend the following:

SmartMeso Dermal Infusion – Using nano-needling to deliver hyaluronic acid and vitamin C deep into the epidermal structure, this will give you brightness, deep hydration and healthy glow, fast.
- Downtime is just an hour or so of pink/tingly skin. Ideally, have this one a day or two before a big event to give the ingredients time to activate fully in your skin.

LipofirmMed – Using Tripollar Radio Frequency to heat the deep tissues, stimulating tightening of collagen fibres, and DMA technology to sculpt the jawline, this will give you instant results on skin radiance and facial contouring.
- You can have this one from a few days before right up to the day of an event as there is no downtime at all.

Which microneedling is right for you?

I absolutely love microneedling and incorporate it into almost all our anti-ageing programmes both in our Wexford base and our Dublin pop up clinics.

There are many types for different levels of outcome,

But in general terms I have outlined the differences below and tried to give a best example of what skin concern each is best for:

Classic microneedling (Bio therapeutic Microneedling on our website) Excellent as a single treatment as a pre-ageing advanced facial to build collagen as a future-proofing method. Take in a course of 3 spaced a month apart for correction when you already have early signs of ageing such as first eye lines etc.
Trifractional Resurfacing: Combines shallow needling with radiofrequency energy. Best for first lines, pores, texture issues. Fantastic for resurfacing and revealing a smooth, glowing radiant skin. A great option to jump-start the skin after a period of neglect, or when starting a new skin regime. Results from a single session, take a course for deeper issues.
Voluderm Facelift: Combines deeper needling with radiofrequency energy. Best to address hollows under the eyes, softness around the mouth and to re-volumise cheeks for a youthful look. Best in a course of 3.
SmartMeso Nano Needling: Combines shallow needling with vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid Infusion. Best for dull, congested skin that needs a boost. Have this in place of, or combined with, your regular facial 3-4 times per year for deep, deep skin hydration and cellular energy.

We use the above in a bespoke single-treatment, combination or series to address each client’s concerns, time availability and budget.

Note: You may sometimes see microneedling described as ‘medical microneedling’ or ‘surgical microneedling’. These terms describe a much deeper type of needling that is performed by a doctor, or surgeon, and is a very different treatment, although the terms are often misused by salons or cosmetic clinics who perhaps don’t really have the advanced expertise to know the difference.

Some advanced types of medical/surgical needling even require a general anesthetic! Don’t worry though, you will get amazing results from cosmetic grade needling on all signs of ageing, wrinkles, scars and lax skin.

The previously mentioned options are usually used for very deep scarring or other skin conditions that involve the underlying structures and are strictly for the plastic surgeon’s office.

Antioxidant Facials – Perfect For September

After the summer season,

I always recommend having an anti-oxidant-rich facial to help your skin repair itself from the extra UV exposure built up over the summer months.

Increased exposure to UV light (it doesn’t have to be hot, or even warm, just not dark 😂) speeds up the rate at which collagen fibres are broken down in the skin structure.

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Decreased collagen leads to the visible signs of ageing that we all want to delay as long as possible – wrinkles, lines, increased pigmentation, bumpy texture and enlarged pores.

Luckily, anti-oxidants are Mother Nature’s antidote to decreasing collagen quality. Our bodies already produce our own anti-oxidants at cellular level to repair damage to our cells but, like everything, the availability of these natural resources slows down as we age.

Supplementing your intrinsic supply of anti-oxidants with your daily skincare will keep things ticking over nicely for you, and adding a deep boosting anti-oxidant repair facial when necessary will recharge your skin’s ability to battle UV-induced damage.

(Skin Essentials homecare products are ALL high in anti-oxidants. Specifically for anti-ageing and tackling UV ageing, use Hydra Collagen Serum daily under SPF30 and Lipid Repair Concentrate at night).

Even if you use SPF daily and liberally, your cells will still experience a surge of UV induced oxidation just from the longer hours of daylight.

Top antioxidant facials at Skin Essentials by Mariga:

We can adapt any or our 45 minute customised facials to supply the maximum amount of anti-oxidant repairing ingredients to the epidermis, leaving you hydrated and glowing.
For deeper repair choose our SmartMeso Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C which infuses hydrating and anti-oxidant molecules deeper into the epidermis than a facial alone.
Combine the two above in our Deluxe Dermal Infusion; all the deep repair of the SmartMeso plus the surface conditioning, multi-antioxidant cocktail and relaxation of our customised facial.

Norma Sheahan in the Irish Daily Star

Irish actress, Norma Sheahan is a great friend to us here at Skin Essentials.

As a Skin Essentials regular, she’s a wonderful promoter of our products and our favourite anti-ageing treatment – the Pyramid Facelift.

Norma has mentioned us over the last year in well known places, such as the ‘Cutting Edge’ on RTE…

(If you haven’t seen this clip yet watch below. We still have a cheeky laugh every time.)

She’s also had interviews in Irish lifestyle and entertainment magazines, and most recently she had a feature in the Irish Daily Star! We are so delighted to see we’ve been mentioned again.

Please note it’s ‘Mariga’, not Marisa @ Irish Daily Star 🤣

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We wish Norma all the best in the new upcoming musical – Angela’s Ashes, kicking off next Monday 9th Sept, in the Bord Gais Energy Theatre.

We’re looking forward to seeing her soon, in the meantime keep using that Hydra Collagen Serum x

Discover the products Norma uses in her skincare routine, and also the treatments she receives at Skin Essentials. Click the button below: