How Does Tixel® Skin Resurfacing Work?
Tixel® uses Thermo-Mechanical Action (TMA®) instead of light energy like lasers. The tiny cones make brief contact with your skin, creating areas of controlled damage. Tixel® is a fractional treatment, which means it creates micro-channels surrounded by areas of healthy skin.
The healthy cells around the areas of damage respond with healing and growth factors. This process provides skin rejuvenation by bringing new cells to the surface. It also signals fibroblasts, the collagen-producing cells deeper in the skin, to increase collagen production. New collagen tightens and firms the skin for increased firmness and smoothness.
How Long Does a Tixel® Treatment Take?
Tixel® treatment can take between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on the areas being treated. Your Premier Vein & Body aesthetician may apply numbing cream if you have a deeper Tixel® treatment, but you may not need it for a lighter one. You may feel warmth or tingling, but we will ensure your comfort throughout the treatment. We customize the strength of your session to achieve your desired results. A more intensive treatment will have more downtime but will achieve results in fewer sessions than a moderate treatment. We will develop a treatment plan based on your preferences.
What Can Tixel® Skin Resurfacing Treat?
Tixel® excels at tightening and rejuvenating skin, even in areas around the eyes where lasers cannot be used. It can also be used all over the body, including the hands, neck, and chest. At Premier Vein & Body, we use Tixel® to treat:
- Lines and wrinkles
- Signs of aging around the eyes
- Skin laxity
- Acne scars
- Hyperpigmentation
- Rosacea
- Age spots
- Stretch marks
Tixel® continues to grow in popularity due to its laser-like effects with less discomfort or recovery time. We recommend it for many individuals seeking powerful skin resurfacing results. Tixel® is especially recommended for the eye area, a spot difficult to treat safely with a laser.
How Many Tixel® Treatments Will I Need?
Most people require a series of three Tixel® treatments to see their desired results. It is possible to utilize Tixel in a lower setting, which would then require additional treatment sessions for similar cosmetic results. During your consultation, we will develop a plan accommodating the condition of your skin along with your desired results.
