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3.2 Results you can and
cannot expect
If you use Philips RéAura laser skin rejuvenation
according to the instructions, you can achieve
significant results in reducing the signs of ageing.
however, it is important to understand that
results vary for different signs of ageing and
between individual users. Remember that it takes
time for your skin to rejuvenate. Results are not
immediate and only become visible after some
time. Improvements in pigmentation generally
start to show after 3 to 4 weeks of consistent use
twice a week. After 4 or 5 weeks, improvements
in texture start to show and fine lines usually
begin to fade. In the welcome booklet you find
some before and after pictures that show results
you can expect.
Although Philips RéAura laser skin rejuvenation
helps you reduce some signs of ageing, it may
not remove other signs. For example, deep lines
and wrinkles, such as frown lines on the forehead,
can improve but remain visible after using Philips
RéAura.
3.3 Recording skin condition
before getting started
Because the results of using Philips RéAura come
gradually, it is important that you record your skin
condition before you start your treatments. This
will enable you to better see your results once
you have completed your 8-week programme.
You can record your starting skin condition as
part of your RéAura skin assessment, which you
will either receive in-store or can take at any time
on www.philips.co.uk/myreaura.
3 What results can
you expect?
3.1 How the laser works on
the skin
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Our skin is made up of different layers.
The epidermis is the outer protective layer.
Beneath this there is a deeper layer called
the dermis, which contains a network of
collagen fibres that give the skin its firmness
and smoothness. The production of collagen
decreases as you age, and existing collagen
fibres can become damaged by sun exposure.
This reduction in collagen means that your
skin may start to lose some of its smoothness
and fine lines and wrinkles begin to appear.
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During treatment, thousands of microscopic
laser beams pass down into the epidermis and
the dermis. This triggers a natural process of
cell renewal. Old and damaged skin cells are
replaced with new, fresh skin cells, containing
more collagen. Repeated treatments boost
the collagen network, making it denser. The
result is a smoother skin texture and the
reduction of fine lines.
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At the same time, pigmented skin cells are
pushed out of the skin. This gives your skin
a more even tone.
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