HYDRAFACIAL

“I love the way my skin looks and feels after a Hydrafacial. I leave the office with a glow that lasts for weeks”—BW, Demarest

“The award-winning HydraFacial System advances skin health by combining superficial exfoliation techniques such as microdermabrasion and chemical peels with hydrating infusions using advanced medical technology. This procedure can be used as a stand alone or in conjunction with other procedures such as dermaplaning and lymphatic drainage” —Dr. Michele Grodberg

DR. GRODBERG’S ANSWERS TO A FEW FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HYDRAFACIAL:

WHAT IS A HYDRAFACIAL?

“HydraFacial™ is the only hydra-dermabrasion procedure that combines cleansing, extraction and hydration simultaneously, resulting in clearer, more beautiful skin with little-to-no downtime.”

DOES IT HURT?

“The treatment is soothing, moisturizing, non-invasive and generally non-irritating.”

HOW OFTEN CAN I HAVE IT DONE?

“Although there are immediate benefits after one treatment, we recommend a series of 5 to 6 treatments spaced 4 weeks apart for best results. This protocol may vary when treating different conditions, such as pre-procedure and skin discoloration.”

WHAT ARE BOOSTERS?

“Your treatment can be customized with different serums and protocols to address your specific concerns. We will help you choose the treatment that matches your skin type and your issues.”

Boosters available at MGMD Dermatology:

CTGF™ Boost to improve the appearance of skin tone, texture, and elasticity
DermaBuilder™ Boost to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Britenol® Boost to minimize the appearance of dark spots
Clarifying Protocol for extended extractions and Blue LED light therapy

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?

“The suctioning action may cause the skin to feel tight and look slightly red, but these conditions typically subside within a few hours depending on skin sensitivity. You may experience tingling and stinging during the treatment. These sensations usually subside within three hours of treatment. Although uncommon, some patients may experience streaking of the skin from increased blood flow, which will fade gradually over a day or two. Overall, results can be achieved with little to no downtime.”

WHAT ARE THE PRE- AND POST- TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS?

"The treated area is more susceptible to sunburn, sun damage and hyperpigmentation. Avoid direct sun exposure and use a minimum of SPF 30 sunscreen. Aggressive exfoliation, waxing and products containing acids should be avoided in the treatment area for a minimum of two weeks pre- and post-treatment. Avoid the use of Retin-A type products pre- and post-treatment. You will likely see results immediately after treatment and your skin will feel smooth and hydrated for one to four weeks. For improved, longer lasting results follow the MGMD® maintenance and care regimen listed below and consider monthly HydraFacial treatments."

MGMD® Maintenance and Care Regimen

Dr. Grodberg emphasizes post-procedure care and develops and reviews with each patient a customized post-procedure protocol.

Dr. Grodberg brings her extensive experience and deep physicians’s knowledge to follow-up care and has designed standard guidelines as a starting point for most common procedures. See our Pre & Post Hydrafacial Guidelines form to get a general idea of her suggestions.

See below for Dr. Grodberg’s recommendations of products commonly used by patients who get Hydrafacials. Click on any product to find out more. Our popular MGMD Skin Rejuvenation Kit and Alastin Procedure Enhancement Kit both contain many of our most recommended products at a significant savings.