Treatment library
Skin, face & lips
Use these pages to understand what a provider has named in a quote. They are general information, not a diagnosis or personal recommendation.
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Pores & uneven texture
Microneedling / RF microneedling
Creates controlled micro-injuries; RF versions also heat tissue.
Examples to explore: SkinPen; Potenza; Morpheus8; Genius; VirtueRF; VybeRF
Device selection and suitability require assessment.
Fractional resurfacing
Treats small skin zones to renew texture.
Examples to explore: MOXI; HALO; Fraxel; CoolPeel on compatible CO2 systems
Laser type, depth and recovery vary substantially.
Acne scars
Microneedling / resurfacing
Remodels selected scars through controlled injury.
Examples to explore: SkinPen; RF microneedling; fractional lasers
Scar type matters; these are not interchangeable treatments.
Dark spots & uneven tone
Pigment laser / IPL
Targets selected pigment with laser pulses or broad-spectrum light.
Examples to explore: PicoSure Pro; PicoWay; Stellar M22 IPL; BBL HEROic
Melasma requires a separate assessment; do not map every dark spot to the same treatment.
Peel / topical program
Exfoliates and/or addresses visible pigmentation.
Examples to explore: cosmelan; selected VI Peel or PCA SKIN formulas
Formula and pigment diagnosis determine suitability.
Redness & visible vessels
Vascular laser / IPL
Targets selected visible blood vessels.
Examples to explore: Vbeam Prima; Stellar M22 IPL; BBL HEROic
Persistent redness can have different causes.
Breakouts & congestion
Facial / selected peel
Cleanses, extracts or exfoliates skin.
Examples to explore: Hydrafacial; selected VI Peel or PCA SKIN formulas
Supportive services; not a complete acne-care plan.
Dullness & surface roughness
Exfoliating facial
Removes surface buildup and applies topical products.
Examples to explore: Hydrafacial; DiamondGlow; dermaplaning (procedure)
A treatment protocol is not always a machine or product.
Dryness / hydrated appearance
Hydrating facial
Applies topical hydration during a facial.
Examples to explore: Hydrafacial with an appropriate serum
Distinguish hydration from loss of facial volume.
Cheek skin smoothness
Intradermal HA injectable
Places HA within skin for smoother cheek appearance.
Examples to explore: SKINVIVE
Do not group every “skin booster” under this product’s US approval.
Expression lines
Neuromodulator
Temporarily relaxes selected muscles.
Examples to explore: BOTOX Cosmetic; XEOMIN; Dysport; Jeuveau; DAXXIFY; LETYBO
Approved areas and units differ by product.
Fine lines & skin texture
Resurfacing
Renews skin through controlled laser treatment.
Examples to explore: Fraxel; HALO; fractional CO2 / CoolPeel
Different need from expression lines driven by muscle movement.
Firmness & mild laxity
External RF / ultrasound
Heats selected tissue layers to encourage remodeling.
Examples to explore: XERF; Thermage FLX; Forma; EVERESSE; Ultherapy PRIME
Energy technologies and treatment depths differ.
Lip volume & definition
HA filler
Adds volume and shapes selected lip areas.
Examples to explore: JUVÉDERM Ultra XC; VOLBELLA XC
Restylane variants need separate label review before mapping.
Cheek / chin / temple volume
HA filler
Adds support or restores volume in selected areas.
Examples to explore: JUVÉDERM VOLUMA XC
Exact anatomical indications must match the product.
Facial folds
HA / CaHA filler
Adds structural support to soften selected folds.
Examples to explore: JUVÉDERM VOLLURE XC; Ultra XC; RADIESSE variants
Variant and injection area matter.
Gradual volume / collagen support
Collagen-stimulating injectable
Stimulates a gradual tissue response.
Examples to explore: Sculptra; selected RADIESSE protocols
Product formulation and technique matter; not a lip-filler category.
Under-eye hollows
Selected HA filler
Adds volume where hollowing contributes to appearance.
Examples to explore: JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA XC
Dark circles, bags and hollows are different needs.
Fullness under chin
Deoxycholic acid injection
Reduces selected submental fat.
Examples to explore: KYBELLA
Fat reduction differs from skin tightening or chin projection.
Treatment families
Skin — texture, scars, and tone
- RF microneedlingCreates controlled micro-injuries; RF versions also heat tissue.
- Conventional microneedlingCreates controlled micro-injuries; RF versions also heat tissue.
- Fractional laser resurfacingTreats small skin zones to renew texture.
- Exfoliating peelremoves superficial skin layers to improve texture.
- Pigment laserTargets selected pigment with laser pulses or broad-spectrum light.
- IPL / broadband lightTargets selected pigment with laser pulses or broad-spectrum light.
- Peel / topical pigmentation programExfoliates and/or addresses visible pigmentation.
- MicrodermabrasionMechanical exfoliation of the outer skin layer for smoother texture and brighter tone.
Skin — breakouts, redness, and hydration
- Vascular laser / IPLTargets selected visible blood vessels.
- Cleansing facialCleanses, extracts or exfoliates skin.
- Selected peel for breakoutsCleanses, extracts or exfoliates skin.
- Exfoliating facialRemoves surface buildup and applies topical products.
- DermaplaningRemoves surface buildup and applies topical products.
- European facialA customized esthetician facial with cleansing, exfoliation, extraction and masks.
- Hydrating facialApplies topical hydration during a facial.
- LED light therapyColored LED light applied to the skin, alone or after a facial. Includes photodynamic therapy setups.
- Intradermal HA injectablePlaces HA within skin for smoother cheek appearance.
Skin — wrinkles and firmness
- Wrinkle-relaxing injectionsTemporarily relaxes selected muscles.
- Non-needle RF tighteningHeats selected tissue layers to encourage remodeling.
- Ultrasound tighteningHeats selected tissue layers to encourage remodeling.
- Plasma fibroblastA plasma device makes tiny surface points to tighten skin around the eyelids, mouth, neck or other small areas.
- Microcurrent facialLow-level electrical current applied to facial muscles for a lifted, toned look. No needles.
- Eye-area treatmentA facial treatment focused on the skin around the eyes: puffiness, dark circles and fine lines.
Face & Lips
- Lip fillerAdds volume and shapes selected lip areas.
- Cheek / chin / temple fillerAdds support or restores volume in selected areas.
- Facial fold fillerAdds structural support to soften selected folds.
- Collagen-stimulating injectableStimulates a gradual tissue response.
- Facial balancingA multi-area filler plan that considers the whole face, such as cheeks, chin, jawline and lips together.
- Selected under-eye fillerAdds volume where hollowing contributes to appearance.
- Fat-reducing injectionReduces selected submental fat.
Topical cosmetic
PRP & PRF
- PRP / PRF skin injectionPlatelet-rich plasma or fibrin from the patient's own blood, injected into the face, neck, under-eyes or hands. Includes PRP mesotherapy and "vampire facial" injection plans.
- PRP / PRF microneedlingMicroneedling with platelet-rich plasma or fibrin applied to the skin during the session.
- PRP / PRF hair restorationPlatelet-rich plasma or fibrin injected into the scalp for thinning hair, usually as a series.
Facial massage & sculpting
- Buccal facial massageFacial sculpting massage worked from outside and inside the mouth to release tension in the cheeks and jaw.
- Gua sha facialFacial massage with a smooth gua sha tool to improve circulation and relieve tension.
- Lymphatic facial massageGentle facial and chin massage that moves lymph fluid to reduce puffiness. Also called a lymphatic face lift.
Laser hair removal
Body contouring
- Muscle-stimulation body contouringElectromagnetic muscle stimulation, sometimes with RF heat, to tone muscle and reduce fat on the abdomen, buttocks, arms or thighs.
- Fat freezing (cryolipolysis)Controlled cooling of a targeted fat area that the body then clears over time. Includes CoolSculpting and CryoSlimming.
- Ultrasonic cavitationUltrasound applied to stubborn fat areas, often paired with RF skin toning. Also called cavi-lipo.
- Cellulite and body smoothingDevice-based massage, compression, vibration or light to smooth the look of cellulite.
- Compression lymphatic therapyPressotherapy or a lymphatic machine applies timed compression to the legs, arms or body to move fluid.
- Vacuum butt liftSuction and mechanical massage to lift and firm the buttocks without surgery. Results need regular sessions.
- Injectable buttock enhancementCollagen-stimulating injectables placed in the buttocks for shape and volume without surgery.
- Body chemical peelA chemical peel for the body, such as the back, chest or intimate areas, for tone and texture.
Massage
- Swedish massageRelaxing full-body massage with long, gliding strokes and oil.
- Deep tissue massageFirm, slow pressure on deeper muscle layers for chronic tension.
- Hot stone massageMassage with heated stones placed on and moved over the body.
- Sports massageTargeted massage and stretching for active people and muscle recovery.
- Thai herbal ball massageMassage with warm compresses of steamed herbs.
- Lymphatic drainage massageLight, rhythmic hand massage that moves lymph fluid, often after surgery or for swelling.
- Anti-cellulite massageVigorous manual massage on areas with cellulite.
- Madero therapyMassage with shaped wooden tools to contour and relieve tension.
- Aromatherapy or CBD massageRelaxation massage with essential oils or CBD oil.
- Prenatal massageMassage adapted for pregnancy, with side-lying positioning.
- Head, neck and shoulder massageA focused massage for the head, neck and shoulders.
- Couples massageTwo people massaged side by side in the same room.