I can’t recall exactly when I started to see the signs of my fleeting youth. Maybe it was in my mid-20s or early 30s that the fine lines became visible in the mirror. As I pressed, pulled and poked at my cheeks through my daily skin care regime, I asked, “mirror, mirror on the wall… what happened?”
After I assessed the creases, I went to Google to find out what anti-aging treatments would work for someone who perhaps isn’t quite ready to be poked and prodded, but willing to look at options with an open mind. That’s when I found the Da Vinci Centre Cayman Islands and Beyond Basics Medical Spa, and set off on my journey to find the fountain of youth.
Located along Seven Mile Beach, the Da Vinci Centre is a wellness and alternative therapies centre where comfort and care is their focus. With soothing sounds of waterfalls and soft, whimsical music, the centre offers a peaceful and relaxing “spa-like” atmosphere where the genuine concern is for their patients.
The centre takes a holistic approach to anti-aging with treatments such as cosmetic acupuncture, skin tightening, laser treatments, carboxy therapy and non-surgical procedures like Botox and Derma Fillers (Juvaderm, Restylane, Perlan, Prevelle, Silk, Radiesse and Sculptra). Their facilities include a private waiting area where patients who prefer to be discreet about their treatments can relax and unwind.
Some of the most popular anti-aging treatments at the centre include micro-dermabrasion where the outermost surface of the skin is partially or completely removed by light abrasion, which helps to remove sun-damaged skin, scars or dark spots. Someone who seeks firmer, more youthful looking skin may choose either chemical or skin tightening treatments. The centre performs laser skin tightening on both men and women of all skin types and skin tones that wish to achieve dramatic results without painful surgery and lengthy recovery times.
A new technique available in the Cayman Islands is carboxy therapy. The treatment is performed at the Da Vinci Centre and is used to improve skin elasticity, circulation, encourage collagen repair, improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and destroy localized fatty deposits. According to staff at the centre, carboxy therapy refers to the cutaneous and subcutaneous administration of carbon dioxide gas for therapeutic purposes. It has been used in the Royal Spas of France since 1932 and no known risks associated with carboxy have been reported. The treatment works by increasing oxygenated blood flow to the region injected, which reportedly boosts collagen formation in the skin and gives it a more youthful appearance.
While there are several anti-aging treatments that will help improve the look and feel of the skin, the Da Vinci Centre staff also promotes proper skin care to dramatically reverse the signs of aging with its skin care line, Chrysalis. Each product contains high percentages of active ingredients so people often see results with their first application.
Beyond Basics Medical Day Spa also offers anti-aging and wellness treatments, and is affiliated with the islands’ only private hospital, Chrissy Tomlinson Hospital. Satisfaction is the philosophy at Beyond Basics Medial Day Spa. The medi-spa welcomes patients with a calming and serene setting located only a few blocks away from central George Town in the Smith Road Plaza.
According to Jackie Smith, owner/manager of Beyond Basics, laser treatments, powered by Elos technology, are the safest and most comfortable solution for effective and fast treatment of skin rejuvenation for various skin imperfections, wrinkle reduction, skin tightening and cellulite treatment. “Elos is the first and only technology that simultaneously harnesses the power of bi-polar radio frequency (RF) and optical energy (either laser or light),” explains Smith.
Botox and Juvederm are also offered at the medi-spa to help erase the lines of time and add youthfulness to one’s appearance. Smith explains that customized chemical peels combined with the only HydraFacial service on the island help many of their clients see unparalleled results for sun spots, wrinkles, acne and dry, dull skin.
“The FacialH2O™ is a dual system device that combines diamond abrasion with hydration facial capabilities. The dry, crystal-free diamond abrasion abrades the skin uniformly so that the surface of the skin is ‘polished and smoothed,’” says Smith. In addition to the anti-aging treatments available at Beyond Basic, they also promote daily skin care and offer pharmaceutical grade skin care products (Obagi, Image and Repechage) to treat all skin concerns.
Both facilities offer private consultation to address patient concerns and determine the best treatment to meet their objectives. With trained professionals on site, these non-invasive therapies are often performed in a matter of minutes with little to no discomfort.
If you, like me, want to ease your way into the anti-aging trend, make an appointment to speak with a qualified professional and determine which treatment is right for you.
Source: caymanairwaysmagazine.com