Debunking the Myth: Aesthetic Treatments Are the Only Way to See Effective Skin Results

Hi lovely people

This is an important topic for someone like me who specializes in organic and microbiome skincare. Aesthetic treatments can be highly effective when performed correctly; however, we live in a world focused on instant gratification. Clients often seek immediate results, which can lead to treatments that are overly harsh or performed too frequently.  Some of these treatments can be aggressive, so it’s important to support the skin during the process. Without proper pre- and post-care, as well as appropriate home care, there may be both short- and long-term consequences. These can include impaired barrier function, inflammation, and an imbalanced microbiome.

As therapists, we recognise that there is an appropriate time and place for aesthetic treatments. It is essential to ensure that the skin is properly supported. This involves taking care of the skin’s barrier, calming inflammation, and restoring the skin’s microbiome. By doing so, we can achieve long-lasting results for our clients.

If you are considering aesthetic treatments, avoid using high levels of AHA, skip prepping solutions with alcohol as it disrupts the microbiome, and refrain from extreme ablative treatments.

Key factors to consider when comparing microbiome-friendly and microbiome-disruptive treatments include:

– The effects of the aesthetic treatment on the epidermis and barrier functions.  – The skin’s inflammatory response.

– The level of microbiome disruption.

Aesthetic treatments often disrupt the skin’s microbiome and barrier function, triggering the skin’s healing response. This can lead to some inflammation and may impact the skin’s natural ability to fend off invading microorganisms. Additionally, it can expose the deeper layers of the epidermis to surface skin microbes that are not meant to be in those deeper layers, potentially resulting in unwanted colonization by these microbes.

I recommend a more mindful approach to skincare which allows the skin to thrive in the long-term.  Microbiome-friendly treatments that include live probiotics and home care products with results-driven ingredients are recommended. 

Esse provides an effective alternative to aesthetic treatments. Esse offers a variety of professional, customized, organic skin rewilding treatments that include advanced pre- and postbiotics, along with the application of live probiotics.

Live probiotics play an important role in altering the skin’s microbiome by positively influencing its microbial populations. The application of live probiotics to the skin can help:

– Protect the skin through competitive exclusion and the production of antimicrobial peptides that combat pathogenic microbes on the skin.

– Moisturize the skin by boosting the production of hyaluronic acid and preventing trans epidermal water loss (TEWL).

– Balance the skin by maintaining its pH levels.

– Slow down the ageing process by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.

– Reduce skin sensitivity by improving barrier function and decreasing inflammation

The skin is a complex ecosystem, and for it to remain youthful and resilient, it must be sustainably healthy and free from chemical dependencies. Achieving effective skin results does not depend solely on aesthetic treatments. By embracing a holistic approach that combines regular treatments with a homecare routine that involves products containing effective, results-driven ingredients, you can achieve remarkable skin results.

Remember, the journey to healthy skin is a marathon, not a sprint, and the key lies in consistent and mindful care.  Reclaim the skin you were born to have.

Much love, Peta