This method is known as stackable treatments, a concept coined by Dr. Julius Few, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of The Few Institute of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Chicago.²

By stacking non-surgical treatment combinations, such as laser and light-based procedures, peels, injectables, ultrasound technology, and advanced skincare, the three primary aging skin components—skin wrinkling, volume loss, and skin laxity—are targeted for outstanding patient outcomes.²

Two procedures at the forefront of this new wave of stackable treatments are Sciton’s award-winning MOXI™ laser and microneedling. When used concurrently, both treatments, which cater to all skin types, have been shown to significantly improve skin health.

MOXI laser treatment: How it works

The foundation of this stacked treatment begins with MOXI, Sciton’s 1927nm fractionated non-ablative laser. The MOXI treatment reduces pigment, corrects the initial signs of sun damage, and enhances overall skin tone and texture within a swift 12-15 minute session with minimal downtime or discomfort. MOXI is ideal for first-time laser patients seeking to delay the signs of aging skin or those looking for a year-round skin maintenance solution.

MOXI is designed to cater to all skin types, even darker skin tones, year-round.

Recent studies have found MOXI effective in resurfacing photoaged skin and treating pigmented lesions.³

What skin conditions are addressed with the MOXI laser?

The MOXI laser can perform both low and high-density treatments for patients aiming to improve skin tone and texture, reduce unwanted pigment, minimize pore appearance, and treat pigment associated with melasma. Moreover, MOXI is FDA-cleared for treating Actinic Keratosis (AK), a precancerous skin condition.

What can patients expect during a MOXI facial treatment?

The patient experience with MOXI is generally positive and tolerable. A slight warming sensation may be felt as the provider moves the laser across the skin, indicating the laser’s effectiveness. Providers may apply numbing cream to the treatment area and use cooling air to minimize discomfort.

What is the recovery after MOXI?

Patients can expect varying recovery times based on treatment levels and desired downtime. Typically, patients can resume normal activities immediately and wear makeup the next day. MOXI treatments generally yield smooth, clear skin between days 5-7.

How many MOXI treatments do patients need?

Although results can be seen in as little as one treatment, most patients receive 3 to 4 corrective MOXI treatments, then often elect for regular maintenance treatments.

Radio frequency (RF) microneedling: How it works

Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that creates micro-punctures in the skin to improve the appearance of scars, acne, and wrinkles. The treatment takes between 30 minutes to an hour, with little to no downtime. When combined with radiofrequency energy, RF microneedling creates tiny microchannels in the skin using ultra-fine needles while simultaneously delivering radiofrequency.

What skin conditions are addressed with RF microneedling?

RF microneedling can address a range of skin concerns. Studies have shown that microneedling treatments significantly improve the appearance of wrinkles, lines, skin laxity, and texture with minimal discomfort or downtime.

It’s important to note that the FDA has not yet cleared RF microneedling for the improvement of wrinkles, lines, or skin laxity. However, microneedling is considered a safe and effective treatment for various dermatologic conditions in all skin types.⁴

How many RF microneedling treatments do patients need?

Although the number of treatments needed will depend on the patient’s skin response to microneedling, generally, 3-6 treatments are recommended every 4 to 6 weeks until the desired results are achieved. Patients typically see results with microneedling within a few weeks, with optimal results observed in 3-6 months.

The synergy of MOXI™ & microneedling

MOXI and RF microneedling treatments offer complementary benefits as they target different skin layers.⁵

While MOXI focuses on the surface layers to improve the appearance of skin tone and texture, fine lines, uneven pigmentation, sun damage, and mild scarring, RF microneedling penetrates deeper into the skin to enhance tightening and contouring, addressing skin concerns such as the appearance of enlarged pores, skin laxity, and deeper scars.⁵

Combining these treatments can address a wide range of skin concerns, yielding more noticeable, longer-lasting results.

The benefits of combining MOXI™ & microneedling treatments

The combination of MOXI and microneedling paves the way for a new era in aesthetics, offering enhanced patient outcomes and benefits often unachievable with a single modality. As we move forward, the focus on providing comprehensive solutions through layered treatments will become increasingly important.

Already a MOXI provider? Enter the #summerofmoxi giveaway

If you’re already a MOXI provider, don’t forget to join the #SummerofMOXI giveaway. Details and prizes can be found by clicking here.

Treat your patients to MOXI all summer long! Reach out to a local Sciton team member to book a MOXI demo today.

References:

¹Industry Experts Series: Advice to Amplify Aesthetic Revenues

²The Ultimate Skin-Care Hack Is Layering Your Laser Treatments

³Vingan, N. R., Panton, J. A., Barillas, J., Lazzarini, A., Hoopman, J., Kenkel, J. M., & Culver, A. (2023). Investigating the efficacy of a fractionated 1927 nm laser for diffuse dyspigmentation and actinic changes. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, 55(4), 344-358.

⁴Bonati LM, Epstein GK, Strugar TL. Microneedling in All Skin Types: A Review. J Drugs Dermatol. 2017 Apr 1;16(4):308-313. PMID: 28403263.

⁵Elevate Your Skincare Game: Combine RF Microneedling & MOXI Laser

The post MOXI™ & Microneedling: Stacked Treatments Are The ‘Future of Aesthetics’ appeared first on Sciton.

April 19, 2023—A report by the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery found that women under 30 comprise a growing percentage of those undergoing minimally invasive cosmetic procedures to help delay the appearance of aging skin.¹ This “millennial takeover” or “prejuvenation trend” has taken the aesthetics industry by storm.

More and more millennials are looking for minimal downtime treatments that offer natural results and help maintain a healthy complexion.

How can you capitalize on this demand if you’re an aesthetic practice?

With Sciton’s 1927nm fractionated non-ablative laser—MOXI

Fill the gap in your practice with the MOXI laser

MOXI opens the door to a new patient segment, allowing you to tap into the largest U.S. consumer group. Statistics show millennials’ global spending power was $2.5 trillion in 2020, with $1.4 trillion of disposable income from US millennials alone. ²

Celebrity demand for MOXI skyrockets brand awareness

It’s not just millennials who love MOXI.

Since its debut in June 2020, MOXI has attracted a celebrity clientele. Dubbed the Hollywood treatment and recently featured on an Oscar segment by Styled by Anya, MOXI has become the go-to laser treatment for helping stars get Red Carpet ready. Celebrities who’ve received MOXI have popularized the treatment and contributed to its brand recognition.

MOXI has also been featured in magazines such as New Beauty, New You, Cosmopolitan, and British Vogue and was the winner of the 2022 Best Beauty Award from Good Housekeeping.

As a result, MOXI’s brand awareness has grown immensely. According to Google Analytics, in 2022 there was a 900% increase in online search demand for MOXI, with keywords like “MOXI laser” and “MOXI facial treatment” taking the lead.

Who is the ideal patient for a MOXI face treatment?

MOXI is ideal for first-time laser patients searching for a preventative treatment to help delay the appearance of aging skin. It’s also perfect for those who want to maintain beautiful skin with little to no downtime or discomfort.

But MOXI isn’t just a prejuvenation solution.

It’s also a solution for skin revitalization, light correction, and overall skin health maintenance for patients of all skin types and ages. This also includes men who want a facial laser treatment that won’t damage hair follicles.

What skin conditions does the MOXI laser treat?

MOXI delivers non-ablative laser energy to gently correct the initial signs of sun damage and aging for a glowing and clear complexion. The MOXI laser allows both low and high-density treatments for patients who are looking to:

• • Improve skin tone and texture
  • Remove precancerous cells (actinic keratosis)
  • Reduce unwanted pigment
  • Minimize the appearance of pores
  • Treat pigment associated with melasma

How long does the MOXI laser treatment take?

Typically, providers can treat a full face between 6-15 minutes—requiring only topical anesthetic and a Zimmer chiller. MOXI can be performed anywhere on the body, including the face, hands, neck, and decollete.

Can I effectively treat darker skin tones with MOXI?

The MOXI wavelength targets water, allowing clinicians to treat all skin tones, including darker skin types. This also means MOXI can be performed any time of year, including summer without concern for recent sun exposure. However, it is recommended for patients to stay out of direct sunlight after treatment.

What is the expected downtime with the MOXI laser?

Greater downtime doesn’t necessarily mean better results—and MOXI proves this.

Recovery time can vary depending on the level of treatment and each patient’s desired downtime. Typically, a patient receiving a mid-range MOXI treatment will be slightly red and swollen. Patients can return to their normal activities immediately after treatment and can wear make up the following day.

By day 3-4, small dots on the skin called MENDs (Microscopic Epidermal Necrotic Debris) will appear, which will begin to slough off, revealing new skin underneath. Between days 5-7, patients experience beautiful, smooth skin.

Does the MOXI facial treatment address melasma?

Among 20-40-year-olds, melasma is one of the most common skin disorders.³  Most often triggered by hormones, sun and heat are also contributing factors.

While MOXI can’t treat the underlying cause of melasma, it can address the associated dermal pigment. The MOXI laser targets water within the cell, which causes the cell to denature. The body then removes this cell and replaces it with one without pigment buildup.

While clinicians know there is no cure for melasma, the visible signs associated with this skin condition can be treated using 3 MOXI treatments spaced 4 weeks apart and a skin maintenance regimen that includes MOXI.⁴

One reviewer on RealSelf.com, a popular review site for cosmetic procedures, writes, “MOXI is one of the best treatments I’ve ever tried. This was my first laser treatment … As I’ve gotten a little older, I have noticed sun damage and melasma. I’m exactly a month post my 1st treatment, and I can tell a huge difference with the pigment of my face! Scheduling my next treatment asap!”

• How much can I earn with MOXI?

  MOXI is a great add-on for patients receiving other treatments, such as HydraFacials, micro-needling, light peels, Botox, or fillers. It’s another way to add a lucrative revenue stream to your aesthetic practice.

  The mJOULE system features esteemed power brands for skin revitalization, including MOXI and BBL® HERO™—Sciton’s acclaimed BroadBand light procedure for targeting brown spots, pigmented lesions, redness, hyperpigmentation, and more.

  Customers with an mJOULE with BBL HERO and MOXI earn an average monthly revenue of $16,290—5.3 times their monthly payment.⁵

  

  Looking for one more reason to upgrade with Sciton?

  When you become a Sciton customer, you gain access to our exclusive roster of programs, including educational preceptorships with world-renowned practitioners, specialized comprehensive clinical training, and access to our practice marketing support team with Concierge Marketing by Sciton.

  Sciton’s Concierge Marketing program gives you access to dedicated and experienced marketing professionals that help build your brand, revamp your branding materials, increase your social media reach, and generate more leads for your practice. Providers who subscribe to Concierge report a significant increase in Sciton laser appointments. Learn more today.

  Schedule a demo and see if MOXI is right for your practice

  Fill out this short form, and a local rep will be in touch to schedule your MOXI demo. You can also reach us by phone at +1.888.646.6999.

  References:

  ¹American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Inc Survey Results: A Look at How COVID-19 Disrupted Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics

  ²100+ Millennial Spending Power & Habits Statistics (2023)

  ³Cleveland Clinic: Melasma

• ⁴Vingan NR, Panton JA, Barillas J, Lazzarini A, Hoopman J, Kenkel JM, Culver A. Investigating the efficacy of a fractionated 1927 nm laser for diffuse dyspigmentation and actinic changes. Lasers Surg Med. 2023 Apr;55(4):344-358. doi: 10.1002/lsm.23653. Epub 2023 Mar 23. PMID: 36950878.
• ⁵Sciton iQ data

The post Healthy Skin Is In: How To Meet The Booming Demand For Prejuvenation Treatments With The MOXI™ Laser appeared first on Sciton.