1. 70 AsiaSpa September/October 2014
Writer Samantha Coomber
Skin Deep
As we get older, facial fine lines and increased sagginess come down to many
factors, but most importantly, reduced collagen production. In Bali, Cocoon
Medical Spa offers the latest innovations in non-invasive anti-ageing and
cosmetic treatments, armed with a long-term, holistic approach. Cleopatra Gold
Facial Packages are four anti-ageing packages, combining individual procedures
specifically interrelated for maximum benefit, but targeting to boost collagen levels.
The Deal: The wrong side of 40, I opt for
Cleopatra Gold #4, incorporating the most
procedures (around 20 minutes each),
including Diamond Microdermabrasion
and ‘heavy duty’ Dermapen Microneedling,
for the ultimate in treating fine lines
and wrinkles and stimulating natural
collagen regeneration. The package lasts
approximately 150 minutes and like all
Cocoon treatments, starts with a free
doctor’s consultation confirming suitability
of procedures.
The Lowdown: Treatments take
place in individual pod rooms within a
cocoon-like building. First off, Diamond
Microdermabrasion, where a diamond-
encrusted wand literally vacuums off
dead skin cells, removing the upper-
most layer. A topical ‘numbing cream’
is administered, priming me ready for
Dermapen Microneedling, where multiple,
vibrating needles pierce the dermis several
hundred times per minute, adjusting depth
for different skin types and areas. This
procedure stimulates natural cell repair
and regeneration, activating new collagen
without epidermis damage. There’s some
discomfort during the half hour – the price
to pay for beautification. LED Red Light
SpaJourney
Therapy delivers deep skin stimulation,
again, activating collagen, but also calming
my facial redness, before the intensely
nourishing and divinely cold Collagen
Mask (gold-hued like Cleopatra’s mask,
take a selfie!) Before leaving, 24 Carat Gold
Hyaluronic Acid Serum and Gold Collagen
Moisturiser are applied for deep hydration –
both containing powerful moisturisers, gold
flakes and hyaluronic acid.
The Benefits: Cleopatra Gold Facials are
designed to improve skin texture, reverse
cell damage and create younger-looking
skin, but, especially with the Dermapen
procedure, activate deeper collagen levels,
helping to plump out lines. Not that I notice
straight away; my face is pink and sore for
two days. Fresh-faced, glowing results may
not surface until around two weeks and up
to six weeks before collagen regeneration
is really visible. However, this gradual
enhancement continues over the ensuing
months, moving down to deeper dermis
levels.
The Verdict: Don’t plan any first dates,
parties, etc the first few days; results aren’t
immediate and strong aftercare instructions
include refraining from sun exposure.
But this is all about a long-term beauty
approach and skin quality boost. Continuing
with top-up facials every few weeks, as
collagen grows over six to eight months,
helps maintain the stay-young process and
ultimately, requires fewer facials.
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