Marie Claire Australia

HIGH-IMPACT TREATMENTS

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These in-clinic saviours are a one-way ticket to your best skin yet.

BEST FOR PLUMPING

What it is Renuva Advanced Resurfacin­g.

What it does A non-ablative laser (so no damage to the outer dermal layer) penetrates the deeper layers of the skin. The laser forms columns of heat within the skin tissue to naturally kickstart the body’s healing response and stimulate elastin and collagen production. It’s ideal for plumping lines and wrinkles, smoothing texture and evening complexion.

Number of treatments 3-6.

Price $399 per treatment.

Get it here Clear Skincare clinics, clearskinc­are.com.

BEST FOR TIGHTENING

ALSO GREAT FOR BODY What it is Morpheus8.

What it does Using both microneedl­es and the deepest levels of radiofrequ­ency, Morpheus8 is making waves for its ability to help treat skin laxity, lines, wrinkles and acne scaring. Able to get heat deep into the skin, this tech has impressive results in boosting collagen and tightening skin. Available now for the body, Morpheus8 is able to treat large areas, making it ideal for remodellin­g the stomach, thighs, flanks and bottom.

Number of treatments 3 for the face, 4-6 weeks apart, plus 1 a year for maintenanc­e.

For the body, 3-10 sessions, then 1 a year for maintenanc­e.

Price $550-$1500 per treatment.

Get it here Face By SM, facebysm.com.

BEST FOR RESURFACIN­G

What it is CoolPeel.

What it does This next generation CO2 laser uses new tech called Pulse Shape Design (PSD) to tackle issues such as sun-damage, wrinkles, uneven tone, acne scars and enlarged pores. Targeting the superficia­l layer of the skin, this treatment can be done in your lunch break without the downtime of previous CO2 lasers (most people will be slightly pink afterwards but ready to go back to life the following day). Able to be applied to the hands (great for car drivers), neck and chest as well as the face, this is a gamechange­r for achieving fresh looking skin without having to block out your calendar.

Number of treatment: 3-4 sessions, 4 weeks apart.

Price $600-$800 for full face.

Get it here Like Your Look, likeyourlo­ok.com.au.

BEST FOR REDUCING PIGMENT

What it is Laser pigmentati­on removal.

What it does This treatment will help lessen the look of pigmentati­on by fragmentin­g the darkness and allowing it to be absorbed by the body. It can precisely target freckles and sunspots, and after treatment, pigment darkens and flakes away after about two weeks.

Number of treatments 3-4 sessions,

4-6 weeks apart.

Price From $149 for full-face treatment.

Get it here Clear Skincare Clinics, clearskinc­are.com.

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