DAD’S SKIN, DECODED
Janine Mendes-Franco
The majority of Caribbean men have super-basic skincare routines. We suspect it’s partly a cultural thing: in a region where men are still largely conditioned to be “tough”, taking the time to nurture your skin can feel unnecessary — but nothing could be further from the truth. Making a habit of healthy skin is much better than only paying it attention when something goes wrong, so this Father’s Day we’re here to tell the men, “Skincare treatments are for you too!”
Facials
Men can (and should!) have facials too! Our Refining Treatment for Men uses medical-grade Skinceuticals products that completely invigorate skin so that you look and feel your very best.
We’ve also got a Micro Facial that works well to treat light scarring, discolouration and sun damage, all of which most men who live in the tropics have. It’s good for all skin types and is effective at treating oily and acne-prone skin — but start soon, as it’s a treatment that works best in a series (usually four to six treatments spaced a week to ten days apart).
Manscaping
Our amazing laser hair removal treatments can remove back hair, as well as deal with conditions like pseudofolliculitis barbae, more commonly known as razor bumps, which is aggravated by shaving the face.
The ingrown hairs (which can also happen to women along the bikini line) can be very painful, but our GentleMax Pro™ laser uses a patented cooling technology that makes the process practically pain-free, and leaves you feeling a lot smoother, well groomed and more comfortable.
And…newsflash! You don’t have to be obsessed with your appearance to manscape. Many of our male clients choose to do it because removing excess body hair helps them feel cooler, especially in our tropical climate. Athletes whose bodies need to be as streamlined as possible for competition (think swimmers, cyclists and body builders) also get fantastic results from our laser hair removal treatments, which produce solid results at the best value price.
Tattoo removal
Tattoos may be cool, but some of them come with regrets. Our Picoway laser, however, is extremely adept at making them practically disappear — but the process is an extended one, so you have to be patient and committed.
The impact of the laser’s intensity (delivered in ultra-short pulses) will cause the tattoo pigment to break down bit by bit, but it’s not a one-and-done process. The time it will take varies depending on the specific tattoo, but you can rest assured knowing that while the ink is breaking down, the integrity of the outer layer of skin remains intact. The treatment has been proven safe and effective in all skin types.
Our Picoway laser treatments can also help with hyperpigmentation, acne marks, and other forms of scarring. So embrace your inner manscaper and give us a call — your skin will thank you for it!