At Medical Aesthetics, co-owners Lindsey Gillooly and Allison Daly lead a team of highly trained estheticians specializing in many noninvasive cosmetic treatments, including advanced HydraFacial treatments. Lindsey, a family nurse practitioner with Master’s degrees in Exercise Science and Nursing, is a certified master injector with experience at MGH, Mass Eye and Ear, and Beth Israel. Allison, also a family nurse practitioner, earned her Master’s of Science in Nursing from UMass Boston and brings extensive knowledge in women’s health and medical aesthetics. Both are certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and serve as aesthetic mentors.
Epidermis: Your Skin’s First Defense
The outermost layer of your skin, the epidermis, faces daily stress from sun, pollution, and bacteria. HydraFacials help here by:
- Removing dead skin cells: The exfoliation process lifts dull, flaky skin.
- Unclogging surface pores: Clean skin allows for better absorption of serums.
- Reducing hyperpigmentation: Helps fade sun spots and discoloration.
Refreshing the epidermis enhances your skin’s natural barrier, leaving it visibly brighter.
Stratum Corneum: The Real Glow Zone
Just beneath the epidermis, this thin layer often holds onto built-up grime and oils. HydraFacials support this layer by:
- Using vacuum-powered extractions: Gently removing blackheads and congestion.
- Infusing active serums: Antioxidants and peptides help nourish deep layers.
- Balancing oil production: Great for acne-prone or oily skin types.
When the stratum corneum is clean, your glow can finally shine through.
Dermis: Where Fine Lines Begin
This middle layer contains collagen and elastin, the fibers that keep skin firm. HydraFacials help stimulate this zone by:
- Hydrating deeply: The serum delivery system increases moisture below the surface.
- Minimizing fine lines: More moisture means plumper, younger-looking skin.
- Soothing inflammation: Calms redness, which is common in sensitive skin.
A healthy dermis helps prevent the appearance of premature aging.
Subcutaneous Tissue: The Skin’s Cushion
Although it is deeper down, this fatty layer plays a role in contour and support. While HydraFacials don’t directly treat this level, improved circulation can help by:
- Boosting nutrient delivery: Better blood flow nourishes all layers.
- Encouraging lymphatic drainage: Reduces puffiness and supports detox.
- Helping tone appearance: More oxygen means more vibrant skin tone.
Even the lowest skin layer benefits from external care that promotes internal balance.
Let Your Skin Shine From Within
When you understand what each skin layer does, you can treat it better. That’s why HydraFacials are more than a beauty treatment; they’re skin therapy. Call (617) 322-1852 for Milton, (508) 219-2113 for Easton, (781) 556-5676 for Hingham, or (781) 478-0038 for Westwood to schedule your appointment and discover what your skin has been missing.
