A VI Peel and other light to medium chemical peels are often used to improve acne. A 2018 review of studies concluded that Facial

Rejuvenation chemical peels are generally well tolerated and potentially effective, but more research is needed to see how to best use chemical peels for acne treatment.

Chemical peels can treat acne in a number of ways, including:

• reducing oil production
• killing bacteria
• reducing inflammation
• breaking down your outer layer of skin
• reducing your number of clogged pores

Salicylic acid, one of the key Facial Rejuvenation ingredients in a VI Peel, is also one of the best treatments for acne scars.

VI Peels are generally well tolerated. However, some people may experience side effects, such as:

• burning pain
• skin discoloration
• swelling
• blistering
• itchiness
• allergic reaction
• infection
• dry skin
• inflammation
• redness
• scarring

People with dark skin have the highest risk of developing skin discoloration after a chemical peel.

According to the Vitality Institute, VI Peels for Facial Rejuvenation are suitable for all skin types and skin colors. However, if you have dark skin it’s still a good idea to get a consultation before your procedure to learn how best to avoid complications.

The Aerolase Neo is an aesthetic medical laser that provides a premium patient experience unrivaled in dermatology and aesthetics. Uniquely gentle, the Neo offers complete skin rejuvenation in a safe, effective, and tolerable treatment for all skin types and tones.

The Neo’s unique 650-microsecond technology is attracted to a combination of melanin, hemoglobin, and water in the skin tissue – which contribute to your skin’s signs of aging. The Neo’s energy passes through the skin to selectively heat these targets without adverse effects – resulting in clear, healthy skin.

The 650-microsecond pulse eliminates discomfort during treatment and provides safe, highly efficacious results for even the darkest skin tones.

The Aerolase Neo is an aesthetic medical laser that provides a premium patient experience unrivaled in dermatology and aesthetics.

Uniquely gentle, the Neo offers complete skin rejuvenation in a safe, effective, and tolerable treatment for all skin types and tones.

The Neo’s unique 650-microsecond technology is attracted to a combination of melanin, hemoglobin, and water in the skin tissue – which contribute to your skin’s signs of aging. The Neo’s energy passes through the skin to selectively heat these targets without adverse effects – resulting in clear, healthy skin.

The 650-microsecond pulse eliminates discomfort during treatment and provides safe, highly efficacious results for even the darkest skin tones.

Consider adding VI Peels to your acne care at ThrIVe.

NeoSkin by Aerolase allows patients of all skin types to comprehensively clear their melasma and hyperpigmentation.

As a multi-factorial condition that can involve epidermal melanin, dermal melanin, and a vascular component, melasma typically requires a complex treatment regimen to achieve clearance and prevent recurrence. The Aerolase Neo helps patients to achieve clearance with a safe, effective, and tolerable treatment by addressing each of these factors.

The Neo’s 650-microsecond laser energy is delivered into the dermis and epidermis to break up melanin deposits while shutting down vasculature and inflammation. Due to the unique parameters of the Neo’s energy, treatment is highly tolerable with minimal risk of adverse effects compared to traditional topical or device treatments for melasma.

Management of melasma can be challenging and, with topical agents, may require long-term treatment. The Neo, however, can help patients achieve clearance with fewer treatments. For patients who want an accelerated clearance of their condition, the Neo can be combined with a peel in a single treatment session. First, the Neo helps to break up epidermal and dermal pigment.

Then, the peel may be applied to speed up the cellular turnover of the epidermis. While the Neo may be used alone as a single treatment, the combination of these two treatments offers patients a great “one-two punch” to clear their condition.

Aerolase Neo melasma treatments typically take 15-20 minutes. Neo melasma treatments are safe, effective, and tolerable for all skin types and all forms of melasma. Treatment may be performed without any skin cooling, anesthetic, and even without the need to touch the skin.

NeoSkin comprehensively addresses rosacea, redness, and broken capillaries in a single, 20-25 minute treatment session. A common condition with skin aging is the appearance of redness and formation of veins and broken capillaries in the skin.

Rosacea is a chronic disorder that is characterized by facial flushing and with time the gradual development of persistent facial redness and spider-like blood vessels. It is often punctuated by episodes of inflammatory papules (bumps), pustules (pimples), and swelling. Management for many people often includes avoidance of popular foods and alcohol as well as cosmetic camouflage, which can be expensive and time-consuming. Other diffuse redness may be attributed by other factors such as exposure to UV rays and lifestyle, which can also be addressed by the NeoSkin treatment.

The Aerolase Neo effectively addresses these conditions with deep-penetrating energy that suppresses the inflammation causing the redness.

Aerolase 650 Microsecond Technology™ suppresses inflammation and coagulates the hypervasculature feeding plaque growth with deep-penetrating energy. Aerolase uniquely enables patients with psoriasis a safe, effective, and tolerable treatment for patients of all ages and skin types without the use of topical steroids or systemic medications.

This means that there are no side-effects from traditional therapies. Plus, compared to other light-based therapies, Aerolase 650 Microsecond Technology offers quicker treatments and faster rates of clearance.

Nitrogen Plasma Skin Resurfacing is a cutting-edge skin rejuvenating treatment that uses the latest plasma technology to reduce pigment, stimulate collagen in deep tissue to turn back time and restore your skin’s elasticity.

We refer to MOXI as a “baby laser.” MOXI is an effective, proactive treatment to help battle the effects of aging on your skin, and maintain a healthy, youthful glow. It is gentle, yet safe and effective for repairing damaged skin that has been dulled over time while leaving the top layer of skin intact.

The SaltFacial is a form of microderm abrasion that uses a revolutionary three-step treatment that uses all-natural sea salt exfoliation, aesthetic ultrasound and LED phototherapy to restore, replenish and rejuvenate the skin.

No worries!  We tackle those problems all the time!  We will help you craft the perfect plan with a PROCEDURAL approach, as well as AT HOME care.

Oh!  You won’t!  That’s OUR specialty. Schedule a FREE consultation, and our experts will help you choose the perfect device and plan!

We approach skin care 3 ways:

• Topical with Medical-grade skin care
• Internal supplementation with a sublingual collagen & collagen peptide product
• Procedural with our outstanding selection of facial devices

Not really. Traditionally, laser hair removal has been painful and snappy – like a rubber band. Those “ouchy” devices are still sold all over the globe.

At ThrIVe Wheeling, we’ve invested in the GOLD STANDARD in Laser Hair Removal. Our device – the BARE HR – does NOT  really HURT… it’s just a little “prickly” on delicate areas. It uses the newest technology, a cooling tip, cooling gel and more to create a very comfortable and FAST experience.

BARE HR is a laser hair removal treatment manufactured by Sciton, one of the top laser device producers. It uses an diode laser, the most powerful hair removal laser, which seeks out dark pigment in order to destroy hair follicles. Thanks to the high-energy light, the BARE HR laser is a particularly effective choice for targeting the pigment in hair follicles and banishing unwanted body hair.

Laser hair removal is a long-lasting form of hair removal that damages or destroys the hair follicle. However, the hair may regrow, particularly if the follicle is damaged and not destroyed during the laser hair removal procedure.

Hair removal from a destroyed hair follicle is permanent. However, people who undergo hair removal can expect that some hair in the targeted area will grow back.

Over time, it is possible to treat the area again to reduce the number of hairs that regrow. In some cases, it may even be possible to eliminate all hair.

Whether or not hair grows back depends on numerous factors, including the type of hair that regrows as well as the hormonal and chemical changes each person experiences.

When you complete a course of Laser Long-term Hair Removal, you can expect:

• Fewer hairs
• Thinner hair in treatment area
• Less frequent shaving or waxing

Most people find that when hair regrows, it is lighter and less noticeable than it was before. This is because the laser may damage the hair follicle even when it doesn’t destroy it.

It can be difficult to destroy every single hair follicle, so most people will see some hair regrowth.

When hair regrows, it is possible to treat it again, so people who want to remove all the hair may need several treatments. You should plan for a maintenance session 1-2 times per year. However, many people do not need maintenance sessions even yearly.

YES! We love the BARE HR system, as it’s one of the few lasers that can work on ALL skin tones and even suntanned skin.

NOPE. Our laser techs have seen it all. Just like other trained professionals, you can expect your ThrIVe experience to be respectful and discreet. Our laser tech will move quickly through the service.

Many of our procedures require approval by our Nurse Practitioner.

The SALTfacial and GENEO GLo2 facials are the only devices that are available WITHOUT prior medical approval.

To get started on another devices, one of our laser-trained & certified staff will interview you and assess your goals. They will complete a laser questionnaire and desired treatment plan. Once our Nurse Practitioner reviews your information and approves the treatment plan (often same day), you can start your treatments!

TriBella™ is a complete facial rejuvenation treatment, which combines three effective facial rejuvenation therapies into one protocol. Exclusively available with our Venus Versa™ system, TriBella™ treatments combine three unique technologies for exceptional outcomes.

ThrIVe is an official provider for some of the most impactful Cosmetic Injectables, wrinkle relaxers, and feature enhancers. We purchase our product straight from the ONLY authorized USA providers. No worries of counterfeit or watered down product at ThrIVe!

Amber Voytecek, APRN

Carmen Davis, APRN

MEET YOUR PROVIDERS: Most injectors simply complete a VERY BASIC 8-hour certification course. At ThrIVe – WE THINK THAT’S NOT ENOUGH to be a GREAT injector.
In addition to the standard injectables training certification, our injectors, Amber and Carmen, are trained by the elite providers at Titan Aesthetics Training Network, as well as extensive one-on-one training with Allergan Certified Trainers. They continue their learning monthly.
This course addresses the facial aging process, to address signs of aging and available products, including their recommended dosing. The course provides individualized feedback on injector techniques and patient consultation. This advanced training exceeds the average time from most pharmaceutical companies, allowing us to work together to address your specific concerns and help you feel comfortable.

**ThrIVe is an official provider for Aesthetic Cosmetic. We purchase our product straight from the ONLY authorized USA provider – Allergan. No worries of counterfeit or watered down injectables at ThrIVe!**

In addition to the standard injectables training certification, our injectors, Amber and Carmen, are trained by the elite providers at Titan Aesthetics Training Network, as well as extensive one-on-one training with Allergan Certified Trainers. They continue their learning monthly.

This training addresses the facial aging process, to address signs of aging and available products, including their recommended dosing. The course provides individualized feedback on injector techniques and patient consultation. This advanced training exceeds the average time from most pharmaceutical companies, allowing us to work together to address your specific concerns and help you feel comfortable.

**ThrIVe is an official provider for Aesthetic Injectable Cosmetic. We purchase our product straight from the ONLY authorized USA provider – Allergan. No worries of counterfeit or watered down product at ThrIVe!**

Here’s a little about our injector’s educational Clinical Training Director at Titan Aesthetics:

Kevin Harrington, MSN, APRN, FNP-C heads the Clinical team for the TITAN Aesthetic Training programs.

Kevin Harrington, founder and owner of Face-Time Aesthetics, has been a nurse for almost thirty years and has been involved with aesthetic injectables for over 20. Awarded the Top 100 Best Aesthetic Injectors in America 4 years in a row, Kevin has dedicated his career to treating patients well and teaching new injectors safe injection techniques and principles.

Kevin is a faculty trainer for both Galderma and Allergan in addition to serving on the faculty for the Academy for Injection Anatomy with Dr. Chris Surek.  He is also the owner of Face-Time Training Institute. Kevin teaches physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and nurses in beginning, advanced, and master-level courses on the use of fillers and neuromodulators and travels the country conducting training courses on the proper use of aesthetic products.  Kevin is also an Associate Professor at the University of South Florida and is also the Affiliate Director Cosmetic Dermatology (The National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners ® (NADNP) )

Kevin is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners in family medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and the Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants.

Here’s what you need to know – there are “typical” recommended doses for each area. However, it’s best practice to reduce the amount needed for the first visit, so you don’t end up over treated. The nurse practitioner will evaluate you and – since it’s your first time – treat you at about 80% recommended dose. Then you’ll come back in 2 weeks for a touch up. We use real aesthetics injectables from Allergan, so it’s better and stronger than most of what’s out there in the Ohio Valley (lots of shady stuff, black market, cheaper counterfeit, or even over diluted product). For treating upper forehead (washboard when raise eyebrows), full dose is 20 units (approx $240 to $280), crows feet (corners of eyes when smiling) 24 units (approx $288 to $366), frown/elevens (vertical lines between brows when scowling) 20 units (approx $240 to $280), bunny nose (lines when smell something funny) and golf ball chin (dimples when frowning or pursed lips) vary , but require less. Men need 2x as much, as they have much stronger muscles. It takes several days to kick in. Don’t forget to download the Allē rewards app and get registered for ADDITIONAL SAVINGS, prior to coming in!

Our “per unit” cost is $14/unit. It’s important to note that we use real product from Allergan. There’s a lot of black market, counterfeit, and over diluted product going around the Ohio Valley, so it’s important to never shop on price alone. All of our brand-name injectable product purchases earn rewards back from the Allē app to save you money on future purchases. We also offer in-house Allergan specials to reduce your cost even  more! (Also – See the questions above for more detailed info.)

YES – You should be VERY worried locally.

There are concerns of black market “fake” product, branded as BOTOX, injectors substituting cheaper, less-effective products, and over-dilution to stretch the product, giving the provider “more bang for their buck.”

If your provider does not give points to the Allē app for your purchase, there’s likely something sketchy going on. Allē is the official Allergan rewards app for ALL of your Allergan Cosmetic Injectable purchases!

As a member, you’ll be a part of the Allē Points program, which will earn you points on select products and services, such as Botox®. Once you’re enrolled, you’ll earn points every time you receive a treatment, which you can then later redeem to save big or even donate.

Allē Flash is a new and exciting program in Allē where you can get surprise points for more savings. You’ll need the Allē app on your phone. But don’t worry, it’s easy to download when you visit the office. Once you arrive at our office, you will scan a special QR code at the front desk.