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Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is a skin Abnormal reactions to stimuli the skin should normally tolerate state — presenting as stinging, burning, tightness.

REAL PATIENT RESULTS

Our physician’s Real Sensitive-Skin Cases

The following four cases were personally assessed and treated by our physician at our Nanjing clinic, with signed Media Release Forms on file. Sensitive skin has multiple causes and significant variation between subtypes — actual outcomes are determined by in-person consultation.

BEFORESensitive Skin Before · Case 01 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive skin after treatment · Case 01 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 1 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Fotona® 4D redness-reduction laser + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser (2–3 sessions)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Vbeam Quarterly touch-up × 1 + sun protection

Case 01: Sensitive skin before treatment · Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive Skin Before · Case 01 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive skin after treatment · Case 01 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 1 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Laser vascular treatment + Vbeam® redness reduction + Vbeam® sensitive-skin repair + Lutronic Genius® smart RF microneedling, and 6 other modalities (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
1 maintenance energy session per year + at-home retinoid

Case 01: Sensitive skin pre-treatment comparison · Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multi-modal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing.

BEFORESensitive skin before treatment · Case 02 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin Post-Treatment · Case 02 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 2 · Real Sensitive-Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vbeam®Redness reduction + Vbeam® sensitive-skin repair + Genius™ + Infini™ 2nd-generation RF microneedling, and 7 other modalities (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 02: Sensitive Skin Pre-Treatment Comparison · Asian Female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal Combination Protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive Skin Pre-Treatment · Case 03 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin After · Case 03 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 3 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Fotona® 4D redness-reduction laser + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser (2–3 sessions)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Vbeam Quarterly touch-up × 1 + sun protection

Case 03: Sensitive skin before treatment · Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive Skin Pre-Treatment · Case 03 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin After · Case 03 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 3 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vascular laser for redness + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser + Vbeam® redness reduction + Vbeam® sensitive skin repair — 8 modalities in total (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 03: Sensitive skin pre-treatment comparison · Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multi-modal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing.

BEFORESensitive Skin Before · Case 04 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive skin after treatment · Case 04 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 4 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vascular laser for redness + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser + Vbeam® redness reduction + Vbeam® sensitive skin repair — 8 modalities in total (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 04: Sensitive Skin Pre-Treatment Comparison · Asian Female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal Combination Protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive skin before treatment · Case 05 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin Post-Treatment · Case 05 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 5 · Real Sensitive-Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vbeam®Redness Reduction + Vbeam® Sensitive Skin Repair + Vbeam® Pulsed Dye Laser for Vascular Lesions + Genius™, etc. — 7 treatments (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 05: Sensitive skin pre-treatment comparison · Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multi-modal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing.

BEFORESensitive Skin Pre-Treatment · Case 06 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin After · Case 06 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 6 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vbeam®Redness Reduction + Vbeam® Sensitive Skin Repair (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 06: Sensitive skin before treatment · Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive Skin Before · Case 07 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive skin after treatment · Case 07 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 7 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
AI BBL® HEROIC™ acne clearing + laser vascular treatment + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser + Vbeam® redness reduction, and 8 other modalities (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 07: Sensitive Skin Pre-Treatment Comparison · Asian Female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal Combination Protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive skin before treatment · Case 13 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin Post-Treatment · Case 13 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 13 · Real Sensitive-Skin Record

Client profile
Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
AI BBL HEROIC™ for clearer skin and acne + vascular laser for redness + Vbeam® Perfecta pulsed dye laser + Vbeam® redness reduction — 5 modalities in total (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
Routine sun protection + monthly at-home care + quarterly assessment

Case 13: Sensitive skin pre-treatment comparison · Asian female · Fitzpatrick IV · Multi-modal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing.

BEFORESensitive Skin Pre-Treatment · Case 15 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive Skin After · Case 15 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 15 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Lutronic Genius®Smart RF microneedling + Lutronic INFINI® gold RF microneedling + Erbium laser (multiple sessions within 3 months)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
1 maintenance energy session per year + at-home retinoid

Case 15: Sensitive skin before treatment · Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV · Multimodal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing

BEFORESensitive Skin Before · Case 56 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
AFTERSensitive skin after treatment · Case 56 · Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic

Case 56 · Real Sensitive Skin Record

Client profile
Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV · Recurrent for many years
Concerns
Sensitive Skin (Comprehensive Improvement via Multimodal Combination Protocols)
Treatment plan
Vbeam®Redness Reduction + Vbeam® Sensitive Skin Repair + Lutronic Genius® Smart RF Microneedling + Lutronic INFINI® Gold RF Microneedling, etc. — 5 treatments (4-6 sessions)
Improvement
Marked improvement in sensitive skin · Natural overall result
PIH occurrence
No PIH
Maintenance
1 maintenance energy session per year + at-home retinoid

Case 56: Sensitive skin pre-treatment comparison · Asian male · Fitzpatrick IV · Recurrent for many years · Multi-modal combination protocol led by our physician at Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic, Nanjing.

WHAT IS SENSITIVE SKIN

What is sensitive skin? Why is it not the same as a “skin allergy”?

Sensitive skin is a skin Abnormal reactions to stimuli the skin should normally tolerate state — presenting as stinging, burning, tightness, flushing, and itching. It is not the same as allergy, but rather Impaired skin barrier function + over-activated neural sensation + heightened vascular reactivity the combined result of all three factors. Among Asian women, the incidence of acquired sensitive skin is rising rapidly, closely linked to over-skincare, inappropriate energy-based treatments, and barrier disruption.

Sensitivity ≠ Allergy

Allergy is an IgE-mediated immune response to a specific allergen, confirmed by patch testing. Sensitive skin is Non-immune-mediated barrier dysfunction and neurovascular abnormalities — simply “switching products” rarely solves it.

Why is the Incidence so High Among Asian Women?

Asian women generally follow multi-step skincare routines, use acids frequently, and pursue “brightening” energy-based treatments — these factors compound to cause Thinning of the stratum corneum and loss of ceramides, barrier function gradually breaks down.

Why you shouldn’t keep layering more “barrier repair serums”

The core strategy for sensitive skin is Subtraction approach, not addition. The more active ingredients are layered on, the harder it is for the barrier to recover. Our physician’s first clinical step is often to have clients Stop using 80% of your products.

Why barrier assessment must come first

VISIA A three-part workup — redness mapping + clinical palpation + medical history — to distinguish Barrier-type / Vascular-type / Neural-type / Mixed-type, to determine the direction of further treatment.

Clinical highlights:Many clients arrive with a dozen “sensitive-skin-specific” serums in hand, yet their skin keeps getting worse. The problem isn’t the products themselves, but Stacking logic. The first step of our physician’s protocol is always to assess the skin barrier — never to fire up a device or push a new product.

CAUSES

The 5 Causes of Sensitive Skin — It’s Not Just “Genetic”

Clinically, over 70% of sensitive skin cases are Acquired, means it is reversible. Identifying the underlying cause is the prerequisite for successful treatment.

1. Over-cleansing and acid overuse

Frequent use of soap-based cleansers, scrubs, AHAs, and salicylic acid disrupts stratum corneum structure, depletes ceramides and natural moisturizing factors, and leads to barrier collapse.

2. Inappropriate laser/light treatments

High-energy IPL, aggressive fractional laser and incorrectly parameterized lasers can repeatedly damage the skin barrier, pushing skin into a state of chronic low-grade inflammation — creating “iatrogenic sensitive skin.”

3. Topical corticosteroid overuse

Long-term use of steroid-containing “miracle creams” (commonly sourced through unregulated channels) leads to withdrawal reactions after discontinuation: flushing, papules and telangiectasias — requiring 3–6 months of withdrawal management.

4. Environmental factors

China's cold dry winters, indoor heating, and strong summer UV exposure — extreme temperature shifts and low humidity directly weaken the skin barrier. This is especially prevalent in Asian immigrant clients within their first 1-2 years in North America.

5. Genetic and rosacea spectrum

A small portion of sensitive skin cases are due to congenital vascular hyperreactivity, on the same spectrum as rosacea. These require long-term management rather than pursuing a “cure”.

DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS

4 Skin conditions commonly mistaken for sensitive skin — key differential diagnostic points

Misclassification leads to mistreatment. The table below summarizes the 4 most common differential diagnoses our physician encounters clinically.

Rosacea

Rosacea · Erythematotelangiectatic type

Distribution Central face: nose, cheeks, chin (symmetrical)
Morphology Persistent erythema + telangiectasia ± papules/pustules
Triggers Spicy food, alcohol, heat, stress
Key distinction Visible telangiectasias, with reactions becoming chronic
First-line treatment Vbeam + Anti-inflammatory management (long-term)

Contact Dermatitis

Contact Dermatitis · Allergic / irritant

Distribution Clearly defined contact area (limited to application site)
Morphology Erythema + vesicles + oozing + itching
Triggers Specific allergens / irritants
Key distinction Acute onset, well-defined borders, diagnosable by patch testing
First-line treatment Discontinue triggers + short-term topical medication

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Seborrheic Dermatitis

Distribution T T-zone, glabella, alar creases and hairline
Morphology Greasy scales + erythema + mild itching
Triggers Malassezia + sebum overproduction + stress
Key distinction Greasy scaling, related to sebum production
First-line treatment Topical antifungals + barrier repair

Atopic dermatitis

Atopic Dermatitis · Eczema

Distribution Periorbital area, neck and flexural sites
Morphology Chronic eczematous changes + lichenification + intense itching
Triggers Genetics + immune dysregulation + barrier-gene mutations
Key distinction History of atopy (asthma / rhinitis), childhood onset
First-line treatment Systemic dermatologic management + barrier care

⚠️ Warning:Clinically, about 25% of clients who self-diagnose as having “sensitive skin” are actually presenting with early rosacea or seborrheic dermatitis, requiring anti-inflammatory / anti-fungal treatment rather than “reparative skincare”. Inaccurate diagnosis → treatment failure → recurrent worsening — this is the most common skincare pitfall for Asian women.

ASIAN SKIN FOCUS

Why does sensitive skin in Asian patients require a dedicated “Fitzpatrick III–V protocol”?

Blind spots in mainstream North American clinics

Mainstream North American clinics typically manage sensitive skin by “stopping all products + applying potent prescription creams” — an approach derived from Fitzpatrick I–II Caucasian skin. Applying this directly to Asian Fitzpatrick III–V skin creates three core problems:

  • ✗ Ignoring the Asian skincare cultural context— Multi-step skincare has become a lifestyle habit and cannot be abruptly halted
  • ✗ Underestimates the risk of topical steroid misuse— Steroid-containing creams from unregulated channels circulate widely in Asian communities and require specialized withdrawal management
  • ✗ No consideration of PIH risk— After any sensitive-skin treatment, Asian skin carries an added risk of pigmentation

Our physician’s specialty adjustments for Fitzpatrick III–V

Dimension North American standard Asian-specific adjustments
Streamlined skincare Stop all at once Gradual, 2–4 weeks
Vbeam Energy 7-9 J/cm² 5-7 J/cm² Low energy
Treatment interval 3-4 weeks 4-6 weeks
PIH Warning signs Less emphasized Required monitoring
Steroid withdrawal Uncommon Has a complete protocol
TREATMENT OPTIONS

6 Treatment Pathways for Sensitive Skin — Chosen by Subtype

There is no “one-shot” fix for sensitive skin. Based on barrier, vascular, and neural-response assessment, we combine the modalities and therapies below.

Recommended

LED Red-light therapy

633nm Red light reduces inflammation, activates mitochondria, and stimulates collagen synthesis. The treatment is completely non-invasive and heat-free, and can High-frequency use, once a week, Suitable for the acute sensitivity phase.

Adjunctive

OxyGeneo 3-in-1 gentle resurfacing

Non-ablative gentle cleansing + CO₂ bubble exfoliation + nutrient infusion — ideal for sensitive-skin clients who want light renewal without the risk of irritation.Minimal downtime.

Learn about OxyGeneo →

Adjunctive

Aquagold Microneedling nutrient delivery

24K Ultra-fine gold-coated microneedles (0.13 mm) deliver a customized nutrient serum into the superficial dermis — virtually painless with minimal downtime, ideal for the recovery phase of sensitive skin Fine-tuned repair.

Adjunctive

Skin booster (hyaluronic acid + repair factors)

Targeted injection of small-molecule hyaluronic acid + peptides into the superficial dermis — hydrating, repairing the barrier, and reducing neurogenic sensitivity.Cannot be used as a standalone primary treatment, but it delivers noticeable results during the maintenance phase.

TREATMENT FLOW

Our physician’s 6-Step Standard Protocol for Sensitive Skin

01

Consultation + barrier assessment

30 minute free consultation, including VISIA red-zone imaging, clinical palpation, and a detailed skincare-product history.No assessment, no treatment.

02

Skincare simplification phase (2–4 weeks)

Stop all active ingredients (acids/retinoids/brightening agents) and keep only a gentle cleanser, a reparative moisturizer, and physical SPF 50+. This step alone often improves symptoms by 50%.

03

Acute-phase management

If there is significant inflammation or steroid withdrawal reaction, we stabilize first with LED red-light therapy and reparative dressings — no irritating treatments are performed.

04

Active treatment phase (4–6 sessions, once every 3–4 weeks)

PDRN Salmon DNA / Vbeam® / LED red-light combination protocol. Cold compress and reparative aftercare are applied immediately after each treatment, with close monitoring for any adverse reactions.

05

Assessment phase (4 weeks after the active treatment phase)

VISIA Repeat scan + clinical interview. Determines whether to enter the maintenance phase or add further treatments.

06

Maintenance phase (every 8–12 weeks, long-term)

Low-frequency maintenance + long-term barrier care + seasonal adjustments. Sensitive skin can become “no longer sensitive” — but it requires consistent, gentle management.

TIMELINE

Treatment Timeline — How Long Until You See Results?

Subtype Active treatment cycle Initial results Significant improvement Maintenance cycle
Barrier-damaged type 4–6 sessions After 2 weeks of skincare simplification After the 3rd–4th session Every 8–12 weeks
Vascular-reactive type 4–6 session of Vbeam® After session 1 After the 3rd session Every 12–16 weeks
Steroid-dependent type 3–6 month withdrawal After the withdrawal rebound phase After week 12 Long-term barrier maintenance
Laser/light over-treated type 12 weeks after stopping laser/light treatments + 4–6 repair sessions 4 weeks after stopping treatment After week 16 Long-term, every 6–8 weeks

Clinical note:Impatience is the #1 mistake in treating sensitive skin. Rather than chasing a “quick fix,” what matters more is No further deterioration. Among our Nanjing clients, the recurrence rate is under 10% for those who adhere to the structured care plan for 6+ months.

SELF-ASSESSMENT

Do You Have Sensitive Skin? 2-Minute Self-Assessment

✅ Matches sensitive-skin profile

  • ✓Stinging, burning, or tightness with most skincare products
  • ✓Easily flushes with temperature change, exercise, or emotional excitement
  • ✓Visible telangiectasia on the nose wings and cheeks
  • ✓Skin thinning after long-term use of acids / chemical exfoliation / frequent energy-based treatments
  • ✓Gradual worsening after using a “miracle cream” (possibly containing steroids)
  • ✓Willing to accept a 2–4 week skincare simplification period

❌ Other issues must be addressed first

  • ✗Acute contact dermatitis in the exudative phase (refer to dermatology first)
  • ✗Suspected to be caused by a specific allergen (patch testing recommended first)
  • ✗Early-stage withdrawal from severe topical-steroid dependence (refer to internal medicine / dermatology first)
  • ✗Expecting full resolution in 1–2 sessions (unrealistic expectation)
  • ✗Unwilling to stop current skincare (treatment results will be poor)
  • ✗Active autoimmune disease (SLE/lupus, etc.)
LUOWEI VS TYPICAL MEDSPA

Luowei Physician-Led Sensitive Skin Protocol vs. Standard Medspa

Typical medspa
  • ✗Recommending a “sensitive skin package” at a glance, without assessment
  • ✗Sells more “sensitive-skin serums” layered on top of existing skincare
  • ✗Using IPL “rejuvenation” to treat flushing, which actually worsens barrier damage
  • ✗Failing to recognize steroid-dependent skin and continuing with activating treatments
  • ✗Often performed by RMTs/aestheticians without physician consultation
  • ✗Being told that worsening reactions are “a normal part of healing”
  • ✗No quantitative barrier assessment tools
Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic
  • ✓VISIA Red-zone imaging + barrier assessment + medical history review
  • ✓Step 1: Subtract — simplify your skincare instead of adding more products
  • ✓PDRN Salmon DNA / Vbeam® / LED red-light combination protocol
  • ✓Specialized protocol for topical-steroid withdrawal
  • ✓Personally consulted and treated by our physician
  • ✓Proactive treatment pause + reparative protocol upon adverse reactions
  • ✓6 Phased protocol includes a long-term maintenance plan
EEAT

Why You Can Trust Luowei Medical Aesthetics Clinic’s Sensitive Skin Expertise

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Experience

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Expertise Specialty

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Authoritativeness Authority

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Trustworthiness Trustworthy

All cases on this page are authorized via Media Release Form · Clinical data verifiable

PRICING PHILOSOPHY

About the cost of sensitive skin treatment

Pricing for sensitive skin treatment varies widely between clinics, and it can be confusing. The real driver of cost is never the device or product itself — it’s who performs the assessment, who decides the treatment pacing, and how deeply clinical experience needs to be involved. Sensitive skin has complex causes and many subtypes, often accompanied by steroid withdrawal or recovery from laser/light over-treatment. These cases require our physician’s direct involvement in diagnosis and protocol design, and the pricing structure reflects that medical investment. For clients who are already stable and only need routine barrier maintenance, our trained medical team can safely deliver gentler options such as Rejuran® and Healite II LED under our physician’s protocol, making care more accessible. Price differences between laser and energy-based treatments come down to the clinical experience gap between physician-performed and technician-performed care. For vascular lasers and injectables, we insist these be performed by our physician personally. Which plan suits you is determined by your skin condition, not by price — the specifics will be discussed during your consultation, based on barrier assessment and subtype identification.

  • Payment is made at the clinic, after the consultation and before treatment begins
  • Nothing is paid in advance, and no deposit is required to hold an appointment
  • Cosmetic treatment is a self-pay item and is not covered by public medical insurance in China
  • All new clients receive a 30-minute Free Consultation and assessment
RISKS & INFORMED CONSENT

Risks & Contraindications — We Have to Be Clear

What are the main risks?

1. Withdrawal reaction(common during the skincare simplification phase) — presenting as transient redness / dryness and flaking, resolving on its own within 1-2 weeks; 2. Transient purpura after Vbeam treatment (resolves in 1-7 days); 3. Minor bruising / pinpoint redness at injection sites (resolves in 2-3 days); 4. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) (low risk in Asian skin, avoidable with low-energy protocols); 5. Rare allergic reactions (allergy history is taken before treatment).

Who Should Absolutely Not Receive This Treatment?

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, active acute exudative eczema/contact dermatitis, active autoimmune disease (e.g. SLE), oral isotretinoin within the past 6 months, unrealistic expectations (believing 1–2 sessions will cure it), or unwillingness to stop current irritating skincare — in these cases our physician will recommend postponing or addressing other issues first.

How are risks minimized during treatment?

5 core principles: (1) Mandatory barrier assessment — no assessment, no treatment; (2) Start at the lowest energy setting and titrate up gradually; (3) Minimum 3-4 week interval between sessions; (4) Strict mineral SPF 50+ for 4 weeks before and after treatment; (5) Cold compress + reparative skincare immediately post-treatment; return for follow-up if erythema persists beyond 7 days.

What does the informed consent form cover?

Every client signs an Informed Consent form before their first treatment, covering: treatment mechanism, possible adverse reactions and their probability, alternative options, stopping criteria, follow-up schedule, and Media Release (voluntary). All content is explained by our physician personally — never delegated to administrative staff.

EVIDENCE & REFERENCES

Where the medical claims on this page come from

Everything above about Sensitive Skin rests on published evidence rather than on our own word. The sources below are the ones behind those statements: peer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed, and guidance written for patients by dermatology academies and national health services. Read them before you decide — and bring any of them to your consultation.

  1. Peer-reviewedGuidelines of care for the management of acne vulgarisJ Am Acad Dermatol · 2024
  2. Peer-reviewedPostinflammatory hyperpigmentation: A comprehensive overview: Epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, and noninvasive assessment techniqueJ Am Acad Dermatol · 2017
  3. Peer-reviewedMelasma Treatment: An Evidence-Based ReviewAm J Clin Dermatol · 2020
  4. Peer-reviewedChemical peels for darker skin typesFacial Plast Surg Clin North Am · 2010
  5. Patient guidanceAcne: Tips for managingAmerican Academy of Dermatology
  6. Patient guidanceMelasma: TreatmentAmerican Academy of Dermatology

What these references can and cannot tell you. They describe what is known about the treatment itself — how well it tends to work, how long results last, and what can go wrong. They are not an assessment of this clinic, and no published study can tell you whether it suits your skin type, anatomy, or medical history. That judgement comes from the physician who examines you in person, and it may well be “not this one”.

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