ACCENT PRIME ANTI-AGING SKIN TREATMENTS

Over time the skin on the face starts to lose elasticity and firmness which leads to aging and a saggy appearance. Age-related skin issues include fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and skin laxity. Lucia’s Accent Prime treatment can significantly improve these skin imperfections. It triggers the production of collagen fibers and thus provides the skin with elasticity and form. It can also reduce stubborn fat pockets. Not only does Accent Prime addresses the existing skin concerns but also boosts the skin against future aging. It is an advanced, safe FDA-approved treatment that is effectively used for skin-tightening, scar treatment and skin restoration. It significantly improves face contour.

Procedure info at a glance

Is it painful? No
Is there any downtime? No
How many sessions are needed? Usually 6-8 sessions
How long does the procedure take? 20-60 minutes
When can I see the results? After the recommended course of treatments
How often should I do it? Every 2 weeks

How It Works

HOW DOES ACCENT PRIME TREATMENT WORK?

This unique treatment uses a combination of selective Ultrasound and Unipolar Radiofrequency.

This type of energy has a significant impact on the skin. During this face contouring treatment, Ultrasound (Cold Ultrasound Shear technology) is applied to selectively target fat cells and eliminate them, and controlled Radiofrequency has an effect on fat metabolism and skin tightening. The ultrasound utilizes waves that are evenly distributed throughout the targeted area. The fat cells are selectively damaged and then eliminated from the body through the lymphatic system. Radiofrequency is used to heat up the skin to a proper temperature, but it doesn’t harm the surface of the skin. In the deeper layer of the skin happens a powerful fibroblast induction which remodels and strengthens the present collagen and also triggers the formation of new collagen and elastin. The treatment improves the state of the skin and reduces wrinkles and fine lines. It makes the skin stronger in order to be more resistant to further aging effects.

WHAT SKIN ISSUES CAN ACCENT PRIME ADDRESS?

 Accent Prime can treat various skin concerns on the face and submental area. 

  • It reduces fine lines and wrinkles
  • It tightens lax skin and gives it a lifted appearance
  • It reduces puffiness
  • It can improve acne and other scars
  • It works well as peeling and skin resurfacing
  • Reduces and sculpts the sagging skin under the chin – treats the appearance of a double chin or turkey gobbler
  • It treats small pockets of fat on the face like lower face adiposity
  • It can be used for neck contouring

THERE ARE TWO DIFFERENT ACCENT PRIME TREATMENTS

FACE CONTOURING

and

SKIN RESURFACING

 

ACCENT PRIME FACE CONTOURING TREATMENT

Accent Prime for face contouring consists of 3 different applicators:

  • UltraFace – this applicator combines ultrasound technology that features controlled ultrasonic waves that provide high-speed contouring and reduce fat pockets on the face.
  • UniFace – this applicator uses UniPolar RF technology and a detachable rotating massage ring that delivers deep heating in the dermal layer and increases circulation
  • BiPolar – this applicator creates superficial heating in the dermal layer in the skin and causes skin firming and collagen production. 

Accent Prime Face Contouring treatment is exceptional because each patient can get a customized and unique treatment plan according to their needs and goals. Every patient is different and according to the treatment plan, a specific applicator can be used. The treatment doesn’t have to require all 3 applicators.

Face Contouring treatment can visibly improve facial shape. It also successfully reduces fat pockets. With the combination ofthe latest ultrasound technology and radiofrequency, it provides effective, customized treatments with long-lasting and natural results.

This treatment is suitable and efficient for every skin type and tone. 

 

ACCENT PRIME SKIN RESURFACING TREATMENT

The benefits of this treatment are that it improves uneven skin tone, superficial pigmentation and uneven, coarse skin texture. It utilizes focused microplasma technology that is patented to make the skin smoother and more evenly toned.

There are two applicators that are used for skin resurfacing: 

  • Microplasma – Pixel radiofrequency heats and ablates the skin with microplasma technology. Ablative means breaking the barrier of the skin or resurfacing. Pixelated means that the healthy skin in between is not damaged.
  • Microplasma the IMPACT – this applicator successfully penetrates through the epidermis and allows therapeutic ingredients to get to the targeted tissues. These ingredients can reach the tissue depths where they are most effective and most needed.

Accent Prime skin resurfacing treatment reduces fine lines and wrinkles, larger pores, scars, acne scars and most importantly it results in skin tightening.

Microplasma RF heats the deep layer of the skin but it minimally ablates the surface. This means that it removes the outer, damaged skin cells. It also creates multiple micro-injuries that stimulate the natural healing process and the production of new, healthy collagen.

The procedure can take from 30 to 60 minutes all depending on skin concerns. The treatment is quite bearable because the patient is given topical anesthesia. Only a minor discomfort should be experienced during the treatment.

The number of treatment sessions is determined after the initial session because the treatment therapist needs to evaluate the skin response to the treatment. This is very important because the Skin Resurfacing procedure is mildly invasive.

IMPROVEMENT OF ACNE AND OTHER SCARS

Many patients experience skin problems like acne and other scars. The scars appear after the skin has had some trauma. While the body naturally repairs the wound, the injured skin is replaced by fibrotic tissue and the scar is formed. The scars can be of different types all depending on the cause of injury, its location, the depth of the injury and others.

Accent Prime Skin Resurfacing treatment can be really effective in treating acne scars. The compacted scar tissue is replaced with new and healthy collagen. This way the appearance of scars is removed or reduced. The treatment offers a solution that is less risky and less painful than surgical treatments.

FREQUENT QUESTIONS

  • WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR LUCIA’S ACCENT PRIME TREATMENTS?

    Both men and women, who are older than 18, and generally healthy can undergo this treatment.

    Also, if patients have visible fat pockets in the lower face area but shy away from surgical procedures, can benefit from this non-invasive treatment. Patients who have wrinkled, lax or dull skin and who are wishing to restore skin’s vitality are good candidates for this treatment.

  • Who should avoid Accent Prime treatments?

    Patients who have the following conditions should avoid Accent Prime treatment:

    ● Pregnant or breastfeeding ladies

    ● Have metal-based implants near the treatment areas

    ● Have pacemakers, high blood pressure or specific autoimmune diseases

    ● Have skin infections or have used isotretinoin in the past 6 months

  • HOW DOES THE ACCENT PRIME FACE CONTOURING TREATMENT LOOK LIKE?

    When the patient arrives at Lucia Clinic, first he/she is consulted with the Accent Prime treatment therapist, who examines the patient’s facial skin and determines if this treatment is appropriate for the patient’s skin concerns. Then the number of sessions is decided and the treatment plan is created to address the patient’s specific skin issues. Lucia’s team always considers the well-being of their patients and goes the extra mile when delivering the best results.

    Before the treatment, the therapist cleans the patient’s face. Then the therapist gently applies the Accent Prime Face Contouring applicator to the patient’s face in a circular motion. The patient feels an intensive warming sensation and tissue massage. The treatment tightens the skin and causes a long-term repair process as the level of collagen starts to produce.

    The treatment shouldn’t be unpleasant because the heat parameters can be adjusted to suit every patient’s heat tolerance level. The amount of energy that is needed to achieve the effects is still there, only the treatment time is longer if the heat is lowered. Moreover, the treatment applicator has built-in cooling technology and the heating of the patient’s tissue is gradual so the treatment is generally comfortable and painless. The Accent Prime Face Contouring applicator can affect different depths in the skin layers and the therapist customizes the level of heat and the penetration depth. Also, the therapist monitors the temperature and does the treatment safely and precisely on every part of the targeted area, even the sensitive one.

  • FACE CONTOURING TREATMENT TIME AND THE NUMBER OF SESSIONS

    Accent Prime Face Contouring treatment with the ultrasound applicator can last between 20 and 60 minutes. It all depends on the skin issues and the level of heat that is applied to the face. It also depends on the targeted area. Every patient has individual skin concerns and tolerance to heat levels.

    The number of treatment sessions also depends on the skin issues and the patient’s needs and expectations. Accent Prime Face Contouring treatment usually requires 6 to 8 sessions, where each session is 2 weeks apart. The number of sessions is determined during the consultation with the Accent Prime therapist according to the level of skin laxity, hydration status and overall skin condition. So, every Accent Prime Face Contouring treatment is customized for every individual patient.

    After the sessions are over, occasional maintenance treatments are recommended every 3 to 6 months.

  • FACE CONTOURING TREATMENT RESULTS AND DOWNTIME

    During the treatment, the radiofrequency carefully heats the selected levels of the skin. The result is the formation of new collagen, breakdown of the fat cells and remodeling of the skin. The treated area is firmer, smoother and better contoured. The results are long-lasting as the treatment stimulates the natural production of new and healthy collagen.

    As the Accent Prime face contouring treatment is non-invasive, there is no downtime. Rarely the treated area can get red or swollen but these sensitivities cease in a day or two after the treatment.

    Accent Prime face contouring treatment is a painless treatment that effectively reshapes the treated parts of the face. It decreases the fat tissue and this result is long-term because the number of fat cells is lowered. This treatment is suitable for anyone who wishes to improve their skin appearance.

  • SKIN RESURFACING TREATMENT DOWNTIME AND RESULTS

    After the treatment patients will experience dryness, redness and flaking of the skin for 3 to 5 days. Also, mild discomfort is possible as well. It is important to follow the strict post-procedure protocol that the treatment therapist will provide.

    Unusual and rare side effects may include bruising, discoloration, burns and blistering.