SkinTrinsiq
A deep-cleansing infusion facial that prepares the skin for targeted serums
- Treatment time
- Under 30 minutes
- Anaesthetic
- None required
- Downtime
- None
- Results
- Immediately brighter, smoother skin
- Sessions
- Every two weeks for best results
What is SkinTrinsiq?
Good skincare works, but only as far as it can reach. Most of what you apply at home sits on the surface and has to make its own way through a skin barrier designed specifically to keep things out. SkinTrinsiq is built around that problem.
Developed by Obagi, the device uses gentle pneumatic pressure to lift the uppermost layers of the skin, briefly opening channels into the surface while a vacuum draws out oil, debris and impurities from the pores. With the skin cleared and those channels open, targeted Obagi serums are infused directly into it rather than simply spread across it. When the vacuum stops the channels close again, holding the actives where they were placed so they continue working after you leave.
The handpiece also carries blue and red LED light, which can be added to the treatment where it suits your skin: blue light is used to target the bacteria involved in breakouts, red light to calm and support the skin.
The whole thing takes under half an hour and leaves no redness or peeling to recover from, which is why it is often chosen before an event or as a regular maintenance treatment alongside a prescribed home regime. It is a skin-health treatment rather than a one-off fix, and it works best as part of a plan.
Why patients choose SkinTrinsiq
- Deeply cleanses and clears congestion from the pores
- Infuses targeted serums into the skin rather than onto it
- Actives are sealed in and keep working after the appointment
- Optional blue and red LED light for breakouts and calming
- Brighter, smoother, better hydrated skin immediately
- No redness, peeling or downtime afterwards
SkinTrinsiq suits almost every skin type and is a good choice if your skin looks dull, congested or dehydrated, or if you want to get more from the products you already use at home. Because it can be tailored with different serums it works equally well for oily, breakout-prone skin and for dry or tired skin. It is a comfortable, no-downtime option before an event, and an easy treatment to repeat regularly.
What to expect from SkinTrinsiq
- Step 1
Skin assessment
Your practitioner assesses your skin, discusses your concerns and any home regime you are already following, and selects the serums and light settings that suit you.
- Step 2
Cleanse and extract
The handpiece is passed over the skin, using gentle pneumatic pressure to lift the surface layers while a vacuum draws out oil, debris and congestion from the pores. The sensation is a light suction, and most people find it relaxing.
- Step 3
Infuse and seal
With the surface channels open, the chosen Obagi serums are infused directly into the skin. Blue or red LED light may be added where appropriate. When the vacuum stops the channels close, sealing the actives in so they continue working afterwards.
There is no real recovery from this treatment. Your skin may look slightly flushed for an hour or so and will feel clean and hydrated. Leave it alone for the rest of the day where you can, so the infused actives are not immediately washed or wiped away: many practitioners suggest waiting a few hours before cleansing or applying make-up. Keep to gentle products for the first 24 hours and hold off on exfoliating acids, retinoids and facial scrubs until the following day. Apply a broad-spectrum SPF as usual, and avoid saunas, steam rooms and heavy exercise on the day if your skin feels sensitive. Your practitioner will tell you when to restart your normal routine and when to book your next session.
Frequently asked questions about SkinTrinsiq
What does SkinTrinsiq actually do?
It combines three steps in one treatment. Gentle vacuum pressure extracts oil and debris from the pores, the same pressure briefly opens channels into the surface layers of the skin, and targeted serums are then infused directly into those channels. When the suction stops the channels close, holding the actives in place.
How is it different from a normal facial?
A traditional facial applies products to the surface of the skin and relies on them absorbing on their own. SkinTrinsiq is a device-led treatment that opens a route into the skin first, so the serums are delivered rather than merely applied, and the extraction stage is more thorough than manual cleansing.
Is there any downtime?
No. There is no peeling, redness or recovery. Some people notice a light flush for an hour or so afterwards, and the skin usually looks brighter and feels smoother straight away, which is why it is a popular choice before an event.
Does it hurt?
No. Most people describe it as a gentle suction sensation and find it comfortable, often relaxing. No anaesthetic is needed.
How often should I have it?
For most concerns a session every two weeks gives the best results, moving to a maintenance interval once your skin is where you want it. Your practitioner will recommend a schedule based on your skin and what you are trying to achieve.
Can it help with breakouts?
It can. Clearing congestion from the pores addresses one part of the picture, the serum choice can be tailored to oilier or breakout-prone skin, and blue LED light targets the bacteria involved in acne. For active or persistent acne, though, a dedicated acne consultation is the better starting point so the full range of options can be considered.
Do I still need to use skincare at home?
Yes. In-clinic treatments and a good home regime work together, and SkinTrinsiq is designed to complement a prescribed routine rather than replace it. Your practitioner will advise on the products that will get the most from each session.
How much does SkinTrinsiq cost?
Pricing depends on the treatment and what is agreed for you and is confirmed in writing at your consultation, with no obligation to proceed.
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