Carbon Facial in Pune
A carbon lotion and a laser pass, for oily skin, open pores and dullness.
In brief
A carbon facial, also called a carbon laser peel, is a procedure in which a thin layer of carbon lotion is spread on the face and a laser is passed over it. The carbon takes up oil and dead cells from the pores and the laser clears it away. Shree Skin & Hair Clinic on Senapati Bapat Road, Pune, offers it under Dr. Nileema Shisode, M.D. (Ayurved), PGDCC.
What a carbon facial is chosen for
- Oily skin
- Open pores
- Dull, uneven-looking skin
What happens in a sitting
- The face is cleansed and the carbon lotion is applied and left to dry
- You wear protective goggles
- The laser is passed over the face. You feel warmth and light snaps
- The skin is cleaned, soothed and covered with sunscreen
There is usually no downtime beyond mild redness for a short while.
When it is not the right choice
It is postponed over sunburnt, broken or infected skin and over badly inflamed acne. Tell the doctor if you are pregnant or taking medicine that makes the skin sensitive to light. It freshens the skin; it does not remove deep scars or melasma.
Why this clinic
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One doctor, since 1995
You are seen by Dr. Nileema Shisode, M.D. (Ayurved) in Kayachikitsa-Panchakarma, who also holds a postgraduate diploma in clinical cosmetology (PGDCC).
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Inside and out
Procedures are joined with internal medicine and diet, so the skin is treated from within as well as on the surface.
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An honest answer
You are told what a treatment can and cannot do, and when you do not need it.
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On Senapati Bapat Road
Kapila Housing Society, Gokhale Nagar, near Symbiosis College. Open Monday to Saturday, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Closed on Sunday.
Questions patients ask
Is a carbon facial painful?
No. Most people feel warmth and a light snapping on the skin.
How long do the results last?
The freshness lasts some weeks and is kept up with repeat sittings. The doctor will suggest an interval.
Can I go out afterwards?
Yes, with sunscreen on. Avoid strong sun for a few days.
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Laser treatment
Laser sittings for the skin, with settings chosen for your skin type and concern.
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Chemical peel
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Skin polishing
Microdermabrasion for sun tan, dull, oily or ageing skin and enlarged pores.
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Dermaroller
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Mole removal
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Face lifting
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