AQUAGOLD® fine touch™

Aquagold fine touch is a topical treatment for skin quality, acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation.

How Aquagold fine touch works

AQUAGOLD® fine touch™ is a one-of-a-kind treatment that addresses multiple skin issues. It really shines in improving skin quality. And since skin quality is considered the number one factor in aging, it is a top treatment for more youthful, healthier skin.

AQUAGOLD® fine touch™ uses 20, 24k gold microchannels to directly inject ingredients into the skin. It has the benefit of microneedling, by causing microtrauma and activating collagen production, while also getting ingredients into the dermis creating instant and lasting results.

Limelight Medical Aesthetics uses the power of AnteAGE growth factors and cytokines to stimulate collagen and address skin quality. By including other ingredients such as TXA or botulinum toxin, we can customize the skin booster treatment to specifically address the needs of your skin.

  • Prior to Arrival

    Prior to arrival, you would have received a questionnaire and consent for treatment. We will review these forms with you and answers any questions you may have.

    Photos

    We do photos with each visit. Having photos shows your progress through the aesthetic journey.

    Preparation

    Once images are obtained, the skin is cleansed and a light numbing solution is applied.

    While the solution sits, we will mix your solution ingredients and prepare the device. This is a great time to discuss other skin concerns or treatments.

    After 15 min, the numbing solution is removed with alcohol.

    Application

    Now sit back and relax, while we press the device into your skin to infuse the solution. There is pressure from the device, but is otherwise painless.

    After Treatment

    After the treatment, we will apply AnteAGE serum and accelerator to get the ultimate benefit.

    Complications/Side Effects

    Skin infection/irritation: because we causing microtrauma to the scalp, irritation and infection are possible. Both of these complications are rare and preventable with proper care.

  • Day 1: Immediately after treatment, your skin will be flush from the 1000s of microinjections. You can see an immediate improvement in fine lines and pores from the hyaluronic acid.

    Day 2-5: Your skin will feel hydrated and plump.

    Day 6-30: The neuromodulator will activate during this time and you will see a more dramatic difference in pore size and sebum production. Your acne will likely improve around Day 21.

    Day 31-onward: The microtrauma for the injections, in combination with the AnteAGE growth factors, are encouraging collagen production and inhibiting melanin production. Your acne may also be resolving, thanks to the neuromodulator’s effect on sebum production. It's time to schedule your next AQUAGOLD finetouch treatment, as it is most effective when done in a series of 3, at 45 day intervals.

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Instructions + Forms

Prepare for your appointment and learn how to take care of your treated area after your procedure for the best results in a reasonable amount of time based on the treatment received.

    • No area to be treated should receive any type of chemical peel for 2 weeks prior to or after the treatment.

    • Sun exposure and/or usage of a tanning bed, including self-tanning products must be avoided for a minimum of 1 week before treatment. Treatment within 24 hours of prolonged sun exposure (natural sunlight, artificial tanning booth, or sunless tanning products) may result in hypopigmentation (white spots) or hyperpigmentation (dark spots) that may not clear for several months or may even be permanent. AquaGold® will not be administered on sunburned skin.

    • Waxing and/or use of chemical depilatories must be avoided for 2 weeks prior to and after AquaGold® fine touchTM treatment. Shaving is allowed immediately before treatment and 2-3 days after treatment, as long as there is no skin irritation.

    • Retin-A®, Renova and Tazorac must not be used for 1 week prior to treatment.

    • Area to be treated must be clean and free of any lotion, makeup or sunscreen. Please wash off and remove completely prior to treatment.

    • AquaGold® fine touchTM treatment will not be performed if you are under the age of 18, pregnantor breastfeeding, or are allergic to any of the ingredients.

    • If you have a history of cold sores, we may recommend prophylactic antiviral therapy prior to your treatment.

    • You should wait 6 hours post treatment before cleansing the face (with a gentle cleanser) or applying a mineral makeup.

    • After 24 hours you may follow up with your normal skin regimen.

    • You may resume daily activity immediately after treatment.

    • Sleep on your back with your head elevated slightly to reduce any swelling.

    • A sunburn-like effect is normal for the first day and the treated area may appear pink but will resolve within a few hours.

    • Skin may feel tight, swollen and sensitive to touch.

    • Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks after treatment and use a physical sunscreen of at least SPF30 at all times.

    • Do not use exfoliating skin care products or medications, or active chemicals acids on the treated areas for at least 2 weeks.

    • Refrain from rigorous exercise that causes sweating, sauna or steam rooms for 24 hours.

    • For best results and efficacy, we recommend maintenance treatments every 3-4 months.

  • Aquagold® fine touch™ Consent to Treatment and Instructions

Science + Education

The skin is composed of 3 layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis. The epidermis is the outermost layer and is, at most, 0.15 mm thick. Importantly, if contains melanocytes, the cells responsible for skin pigment and keratinocytes, the dead skin cells that provide a protective barrier. The epidermis is also where the sweat glands, sebaceous glands, hair follicles and skin stem cells originate.

The layer under the epidermis is called the dermis. The dermis is responsible for collagen and elastin production, as well as ground substance, and provides the structure and hydration for the skin.

By directly infusing the epidermis and the dermis with growth factors and neuromodulator, the skin stem cells are stimulated, the healing cascade activates collagen and elastin production, and we treat the muscles that dilate pores and produce sweat and sebum. By adding tyrosinase inhibitors (ingredients that block the enzyme that stimulates melanocytes to produce pigment), we can also correct hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone.

Integrative and complementary treatments include chemical peels, wrinkle relaxers, and skincare.