Healthy Glowing Skin ? Yes please
Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) is one of my favourite skin rejuvenation procedures. Patients typically experience minimal downtime in pursuit of a most natural and refreshed skin quality.
This technique employs fine micro-needling to encourage the body's natural Type 1 + 3 collagen production, leading to visible enhancements in skin quality over time. I combine this procedure with active micronutrient ampoules applied via the skin (more detail below).
Your treatment is performed in a clinical setting that prioritises strict aseptic technique to ensure patient safety, using compounded anaesthetic for patient comfort.
Following an extensive literature search + considering first- hand the quality of results I have experienced, Collagen induction therapy is a most cost effective treatment.
My most common applications are to :
• Soften Fine lines and coarse pores
• Upper lip lines to soften depth
• Sun damage and actinica keratosis
• Coarse textured de-conditioned skin
• Dull lifeless textured skin
• Active acne and acne scars
• Pigmentation, including Melasma
• Rosacea
• Stretch marks
• Traumatic scars
Micro-fine needles are adjusted to different depths and speeds to create fractional puncture channels on the surface of the skin. Unlike injectable treatments, this is an entirely natural process that stimulates the body’s own repair and renewal function to stimulate fibroblasts within the extra cellular matrix, enhance blood flow to the dermis and epidermis and support collagen and elastin renewal.
I infuse these micro-channels with skin nutrients, specific ampoules (a serum that’s chosen to help correct your specific skin concern and applied to the skin during the needling) deep into the skin, increasing its effectiveness and delivering nourishing nutrients. These bespoke ampoules originally sourced in Europe.
“Consider it’s like taking a nutritional supplement orally, however in this instance it has been specifically prescribed for your skin”
For your understanding, these are typically the ingredients I select from when choosing a collagen induction protocol for my patients.
Hyaluronic acid of potent strength and different molecular lengths
Calphasomes using calcium technology for controlled delivery of bio-active nutrients
GGP- revolutionary telomere technology
Sigesbeckia orientalis + centella asiatica for wound healing and reducing inflammation and redness
Zinc and B5
Peptides selected for anti-aging and skin enhancing effects
Retinaldehyde as an activated form of Vitamin A
Copper peptides as potent antioxidants combined with botanical extracts
Key performance ingredients for pigmentation: licorice root, uva ursi leaf extract, Vitamin C, and kojic acid
Performance ingredients for problematic skin: niacinamide, boswella serrata, honey, oligopeptide-10
Platelet Rich Plasma
Exosomes (stem cell derived)
“Does it matter which products are used when micro-needling for collagen induction ?”
Yes !
You are piercing the skin and creating a tissue trauma so ensure your clinician understands your skin and is well versed in both the process of the medically induced injury, the risks, the down time and potential complications as well as the functionality of the active ingredients used.
An informed consent is required prior to commencing treatment and this can be addressed at your initial consultation.
Risks such as granulomas, extended uncomfortable redness and irritation can be associated with using standard skincare products incorrectly applied, particularly to sensitive and low Fitzpatrick scale complexions. Over zealous treatment may lead to scarring and create pigmentation.
Does this hurt ?
Traditional dermal-rolling techniques can be bloody and painful, and many “beauty” clinics perform these treatments without due consideration to the downtime and pain involved. In clinic I patch test and then apply as suitable, a strong compounded topical anaesthetic for comfort.
What is my downtime ?
You may experience facial redness for 12-48 hours after your procedure. Most people can return to normal daily activities immediately after the treatment. Application of my copper peptide and oligo peptide mask and post treatment balm calms and covers any redness for an immediate return to your daily activities.
How often can I have collagen induction therapy?
Everyone is different however to generalise, I recommend 2-3 sessions 4-5 weeks apart. This guide is developed to give the skin enough time to recover between procedures, which supports skin layer healing and rejuvenation. Once you have your skin looking fresher, a bi-annual top up is typically recommended.
What products should I use with my treatment for the best results?
There will be different ampoules we can select from considering your primary concerns.
I’ve taken the hassle out of endless Internet searches for the right combination of products for your skin. There is a simple and accessible range of quality skin compounds that have been custom created just for your concerns.
The victoriapavasovic.com skincare range is designed for:
Homecare use before a procedure to prime and condition skin
During your collagen induction treatment regime
After procedures to soothe and help reduce redness and inflammation
Ongoing to help reduce the signs of ageing and maintain a freshly nourished, natural and vital aesthetic
The result is visibly refined, resurfaced, and rejuvenated skin.
Costs ?
$550 for Ist treatment including ampoule and take home care
$495 for subsequent including ampoule and all in clinic applications
$900 if we are using Exosome technology.
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