The Ultimate Guide to Skin Revision: What It Is, How It Works & Why It Changes Skin for Good

There’s skin care. And then there’s skin revision — a fundamentally different approach to transforming skin that goes far beyond traditional facials or surface-level routines.

If you’ve ever wondered why some treatments only feel like a temporary refresh, or why your skin doesn’t respond to typical products, it’s because most skincare addresses symptoms, not root causes. Skin revision aims to change how the skin functions at a cellular level, so improvements are deeper, longer-lasting and genuinely restorative.

In this guide, we’ll explore:

  • What skin revision is and how it works

  • The science behind it

  • Typical programmes and timelines

  • Realistic expectations and results

  • A Q&A answering common questions

Let’s begin.

What Is Skin Revision?

At its core, skin revision is a structured, science-led approach that restores the skin’s function and health — not just its appearance.

Unlike conventional facials that focus on cleansing and moisturising the surface, skin revision addresses the cellular and biochemical dysfunctions that cause acne, congestion, pigmentation, ageing, sensitivity and weakened skin integrity. It aims to re-educate the skin so it behaves like healthy, youthful skin again.

This approach uses active, functional treatments and products that:

  • Remove dead or dysfunctional cells

  • Rebuild internal processes (cell communication, oxygenation, circulation)

  • Protect against external stressors

  • Maintain results with targeted home care

In short, it’s not about masking problems — it’s about correcting the underlying causes of poor skin health.

The Core Principles Behind Skin Revision

A leading philosophy in skin revision — especially with programs like DMK — is the cycle of:

1. Remove

This step eliminates redundant cellular material and buildup that can impair normal skin function. Dead cells contribute to dullness, congestion, and barrier dysfunction. Skin revision uses targeted, enzyme-based methods to dissolve and flush these cells away.

2. Rebuild

Once obsolete material is removed, the focus shifts to stimulating the skin’s internal processes — circulation, oxygenation, collagen production and cellular communication — so that new, healthier skin can form. This often includes specialised treatments and serums that work under the surface.

3. Protect

The skin is shielded from ongoing environmental stressors — such as UV damage, glycation (sugar-related ageing), oxidative stress and inflammation — using antioxidants and advanced formulations.

4. Maintain

Finally, lifelong skin health depends on ongoing support — through professional maintenance treatments and carefully chosen home regimens that reinforce the gains made in clinic.

This four-step philosophy is not a quick snapshot — it’s a roadmap for lasting, functional transformation.

What Happens During a Skin Revision Programme?

Every skin revision journey is personalised, but a typical plan might include these elements:

Consultation & Skin Analysis

Your therapist will assess your skin’s function, not just appearance. This includes hydration, barrier health, circulation, texture, pigmentation and more.

Preparation

Skin may be prepared with initial enzyme treatments to strengthen tolerance and circulation.

Enzyme Therapy

This is often the hero treatment. DMK enzyme masks stimulate circulation, support lymphatic drainage, and help remove cellular debris. The signature “plasmatic effect” — a visual pattern of microcapillaries on the skin — shows improved oxygenation and blood flow.

Additional Advanced Treatments

Depending on needs, protocols may include:

  • pH Revision/Alkaline Wash to dissolve and lift dead cells and pigmentation

  • Remodelling Procedures (RP Peels) to restructure deeper layers of skin

  • Microneedling or similar modalities

  • Muscle banding techniques to strengthen facial tone

Home Care Prescriptives

Products prescribed for at-home support are essential to maintain and enhance clinic results.

Review & Adjust

Skin progress is reviewed regularly, with adjustments to both in-clinic treatments and home care.

Expected Results Over Time

Skin revision is not instantaneous, but it is cumulative and transformational. Many people notice improved circulation and glow after initial sessions, but deeper changes — such as texture refinement, pigmentation reduction, elasticity and resilience — develop over weeks to months.

Typical milestones might include:

  • Reductions in congestion and acne after a few sessions

  • Smoother, more even skin tone with ongoing treatment

  • Firmer texture and reduced laxity with longer-term adherence

This approach acknowledges biology — cellular processes take time, and change becomes most evident with consistency.

Skin Revision in Practice: A Real Example

Think of skin revision like a fitness programme for your skin. Just as muscle changes with consistent training, skin function improves through repeated, strategically selected treatments. Ana’s clients — whether targeting ageing, acne, pigmentation or texture — see lasting improvements because their skin is supported from the inside out, not merely soothed on the surface.

Q&A: Your Top Skin Revision Questions

1. What exactly is a skin revision programme?

A skin revision programme is a personalised sequence of treatments and homecare designed to correct dysfunctional skin processes — not just treat symptoms. It works at the cellular level to improve circulation, detoxification, oxygenation, collagen production and barrier function.

2. How long does a skin revision plan usually take?

There’s no one-size-fits-all timeframe. Some changes can be seen early, but meaningful functional improvement typically takes several weeks to months, depending on skin condition and consistency.

3. Is skin revision painful or invasive?

Most skin revision treatments are non-invasive and well-tolerated. Some advanced procedures may cause peeling or mild redness, but they are designed to work with skin function, not damage it.

4. How does enzyme therapy work?

Enzyme therapy uses botanical enzymes that interact with the skin’s chemistry to dissolve dead cell buildup and encourage lymphatic drainage. This supports circulation and detoxification — fundamental to long-term revision.

5. How does this differ from a standard facial?

Standard facials focus on surface cleansing, massage and immediate glow. Skin revision is paramedical and functional, addressing the underlying biochemical and cellular causes of skin issues.

6. Can anyone do skin revision?

Most people can benefit, but an expert consultation determines the right plan for you. Treatments are tailored to your skin’s needs — from acne-prone and sensitive to ageing and pigmentation concerns.

Final Thoughts

Skin revision isn’t about quick improvements — it’s about lasting transformation. Whether your goal is clearer skin, reduced pigmentation, improved texture or resilience against ageing, the focus is always on restoring the function of your skin.

This approach respects the biology and chemistry your skin already uses every day. It works with your skin, not just on it — and that’s why results are deeper, real and sustained.

✨ Your skin has the capacity to be healthier, stronger and more resilient than you think — sometimes it just needs the right support to remember how.

Microdermabrasion: The Underestimated Treatment That Transforms Winter Skin

Why this gentle-yet-powerful exfoliation is the secret to brighter, clearer, smoother skin — especially in the colder months.

There are treatments that feel indulgent. Treatments that feel relaxing. And then there are treatments that feel effective — the ones you can see and feel immediately.
Microdermabrasion is firmly in that category.

Often referred to as one of the most reliable, results-driven exfoliation therapies, microdermabrasion is a treatment many skincare professionals consider essential. Simple on the surface, but transformative when used correctly, it’s a method that polishes away dullness, improves texture, softens pigmentation, and allows your skincare to work better… all without downtime.

For December — a month where skin often battles dryness, flakiness, congestion, and winter dullness — microdermabrasion becomes a seasonal essential. Combined with bespoke facials and prescriptive homecare, it delivers visible clarity, radiance, and smoothness at exactly the moment our skin needs it most.

In this month’s blog, Ana Barreto — Skin Specialist and MD Advanced Skin Revision Practitioner — breaks down what microdermabrasion is, how it works, why it’s perfect for winter, and how it can elevate every facial treatment she offers.

What Exactly Is Microdermabrasion?

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive exfoliation therapy that removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells (the stratum corneum) using a controlled mechanical technique.

While skincare products can soften or dissolve dead cells over time, microdermabrasion physically polishes them away instantly — revealing smoother, brighter, more even skin underneath.

It’s essentially a professional-grade “reset” for your complexion.

Ana uses a diamond-tip microdermabrasion device, allowing for a safe, precise, and highly controlled exfoliation.

This approach ensures:

  • no harsh crystals

  • no irritation

  • no downtime

  • no disruption to the skin barrier

Instead, you get refined, softened, radiant skin — immediately and progressively.

Why Winter Skin Loves Microdermabrasion

Cold weather changes the way your skin behaves.
Low humidity + indoor heating + wind exposure = a perfect storm for dryness, flakiness, dullness, and congestion.

Here’s why microdermabrasion is the ideal winter treatment:

1. It Removes the Dry, Flaky Layer Instantly

Winter almost always creates surface dryness, leading to rough texture and uneven makeup application.
Microdermabrasion lifts this away in minutes.

2. It Allows Products to Penetrate Properly

Rich winter moisturisers, serums, peptides, vitamin C, ceramides, hyaluronic acid…
None of them can work properly if dead cells are blocking absorption.

Microdermabrasion clears the path.

3. It Stimulates Cell Renewal

Winter slows cellular turnover dramatically.
Microdermabrasion wakes it back up.

4. It Brightens Dull, “Flat” Complexions

Lack of sunlight + cold + stress + festive season fatigue = tired skin.
This treatment returns your glow.

5. It’s Gentle Enough for Sensitive, Menopausal, or Mature Skin

Microdermabrasion often gets confused with harsh exfoliating methods — but diamond-tip therapy is gentle, controlled, and well-suited to skin that might not tolerate acids.

For women going through perimenopause or menopause (as Ana herself experiences), the reduction in collagen, elasticity, and moisture makes winter particularly unforgiving. Microdermabrasion becomes a helpful ally in keeping the skin luminous, refined, and responsive.

How Microdermabrasion Works: A Quick Breakdown

Although the end result is glowing skin, the actual science is simple and elegant.

1. Controlled mechanical exfoliation

The diamond tip glides across the skin, lifting dead cells and refining texture.

2. Gentle vacuum stimulation

This enhances circulation and helps detoxify superficial congestion.

3. Increased cellular turnover

Removing the outer layer signals the skin to regenerate fresh, healthy cells.

4. Improved product absorption

Your serums and moisturisers penetrate deeper and act faster.

5. Smoother, clearer, more youthful-looking skin

You leave feeling polished, brighter, and refreshed — instantly.

What Microdermabrasion Can Help With

Microdermabrasion is an exceptionally versatile treatment and can be used to support a wide range of skin concerns including:

✔ Dullness and lack of radiance
✔ Dry, flaky skin
✔ Uneven texture
✔ Fine lines
✔ Congestion and blocked pores
✔ Superficial pigmentation
✔ Roughness caused by sun damage
✔ Acne scars (mild)
✔ Thickened or ageing skin
✔ Irregular skin tone

It’s a quiet workhorse in the treatment room — powerful, reliable, and suitable for most skin types.

Microdermabrasion + Facials: Where the Magic Happens

While microdermabrasion is transformative on its own, it becomes even more effective when paired with Ana’s facial protocols.

This is where the treatment truly shines.

💛 1. RevitaGlow Aqua Vital – Quench (Deep Hydration Facial)

If your skin feels tight, dry, or depleted — especially after chemical peels or microneedling — the RevitaGlow Aqua Vital – Quench facial delivers the deep hydration your skin is craving.

This treatment uses polarized water and multi-weight hyaluronic acid to increase hydration at a cellular level, support oxygenation, and boost repair. Unlike surface-level moisturisers, it improves water transfer between layers, giving skin long-lasting plumpness and comfort.

Pairing microdermabrasion with Aqua Vital – Quench allows active ingredients to absorb more efficiently, maximising glow and restoring a healthy, hydrated complexion.

💛 2. RevitaGlow Deep Cleanse Facial

Pairing microdermabrasion with a deep cleanse makes this facial exceptionally effective for smoothing, brightening, and transforming skin clarity.

Refines pores + removes congestion + boosts glow.

💛 3. Enzyme Therapy

For clients undergoing Enzyme Therapy protocols, microdermabrasion can be used (when appropriate) to prepare the skin for stronger enzymatic activity — improving lymphatic drainage, circulation, and oxygenation.

💛 4. Advanced Skin Revision Plans

Microdermabrasion is often included strategically within long-term plans to refine texture, support cell renewal, and enhance the penetration of prescriptive homecare.

The result?
Better glow.
Better texture.
Better absorption.
Better everything.

Is Microdermabrasion Painful?

Not at all.

Clients usually describe it as a “light scratching sensation” or “gentle buffing.”
After the treatment, the skin feels soft, smooth, and renewed.

There’s no downtime, peeling, or sensitivity — making it a favourite pre-event treatment.

Ana Barreto: Skin Specialist with Advanced Training

Ana’s approach to microdermabrasion is rooted in:

  • Precision

  • Gentle technique

  • Skin barrier respect

  • Advanced knowledge of skin health

  • Understanding of menopausal and mature skin

  • Clinical facial experience of more than 20 years

As an MD Advanced Skin Revision Specialist, Ana integrates microdermabrasion thoughtfully — not as a trendy add-on, but as a tool for genuine skin improvement.

Every treatment is personalised.
Every protocol is strategic.
Every skin receives exactly what it needs.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Microdermabrasion?

Almost everyone — with a few exceptions.

You're an excellent candidate if:

✔ Your skin feels dull or rough
✔ Makeup sits unevenly
✔ You’ve accumulated winter dryness
✔ You want a brighter, smoother complexion quickly
✔ You prefer non-invasive treatments
✔ You want to boost the results of your facials
✔ You’re preparing for an event
✔ You want a treatment suitable for menopausal skin

It’s also brilliant for clients who can't tolerate strong acids or peels.

Microdermabrasion vs. Chemical Peels: What’s the Difference?

Clients often ask:

“Should I get a peel or microdermabrasion?”

The answer depends on the type of resurfacing your skin needs.

Chemical peels:

  • dissolve dead skin cells

  • stimulate deeper regeneration

  • ideal for pigmentation, acne, and ageing

  • may cause mild downtime

Microdermabrasion:

  • physically removes dead cells

  • is instant

  • gentler

  • great for texture, dryness, dullness

  • zero downtime

Many clients alternate both with excellent results.
Others combine them in long-term plans.

Ana guides each client based on sensitivity, goals, and skin condition.

Why Microdermabrasion is Perfect Before Christmas & New Year

December is full of stress, weather extremes, central heating, late nights, and makeup-heavy events.

Skin looks tired.
Complexions look grey.
Texture becomes uneven.

Microdermabrasion offers exactly what you need:

✨ Brighter skin for events
✨ A smoother base for makeup
✨ Fresher tone for winter
✨ A detoxifying boost before heavier skincare
✨ A moment of self-care in the busiest month of the year

It’s the perfect pre-holiday ritual.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

1. Consultation

Ana reviews your skin, concerns, goals, and sensitivity.

2. Deep Cleanse

Your skin is thoroughly cleansed to prepare for exfoliation.

3. Microdermabrasion

The diamond tip gently polishes the skin.

4. Customised Mask & Massage

To soothe, hydrate, and rejuvenate.

5. Nourishing Finish

Ana applies professional-grade products based on your skin’s exact needs.

You leave glowing, smooth, and event-ready.

Gift it: Microdermabrasion as a Christmas Present

For December, Ana’s online gift vouchers are available — and microdermabrasion makes a perfect standalone treatment or complimentary add-on.

Gift it to:

🎁 a mum needing a glow
🎁 a friend with dull skin
🎁 someone struggling with menopause-related dryness
🎁 yourself, because it’s December and you deserve it

Conclusion: An Essential Reset for Winter Skin

Microdermabrasion may not be the flashiest treatment, but it is one of the most consistently transformative — especially when delivered with precision and expertise.

In winter, when skin becomes dry, textured, and dull, it offers instant clarity, smoothness, and radiance. Paired with Ana’s facials and advanced techniques, it becomes part of a powerful strategy for supporting healthy, resilient, glowing skin during the harshest months of the year.

If you’re ready to step into the festive season with brighter, smoother, softer skin:

✨ Book your Microdermabrasion Facial anytime this December.
✨ Add it to your Lift & Glow Massage for next-level radiance.
✨ Or gift the glow with an online voucher.

StemZyme™: The Future of Skin Regeneration Has Arrived

There are facials that refresh your skin — and then there are treatments that redefine it.

DMK’s StemZyme™ Therapy sits firmly in the latter category. A revolutionary concept in regenerative skincare, it doesn’t just improve the appearance of your skin — it rebuilds it from the inside out.

At Ana Barreto Beauty, this advanced treatment represents the next step in skin revision — a cellular-level transformation for those who want lasting change, not surface quick fixes.

What Makes StemZyme™ Different

StemZyme™ isn’t another trendy stem cell facial. It’s the result of decades of research into how skin cells age, communicate, and renew.
The treatment is based on DMK’s Bio-Homeostasis Technology™, designed to retrain your skin to behave like it did years ago — firm, resilient, and radiant.

As we age, cellular communication weakens. Collagen production slows, elastin loses its spring, and the skin’s internal matrix — its structure — becomes less stable. StemZyme™ works to reverse this decline. It stimulates your skin’s own stem cells, enhancing their ability to repair and reproduce healthy new cells.

Think of it as sending your skin back to school — teaching it to rebuild, regenerate, and glow again.

The Science (and Art) of Stem Cell Therapy

Stem cells are your body’s natural repair system — but over time, they become sluggish. StemZyme™ reawakens them using a blend of bioactive enzymes, peptides, and botanical actives that restore your skin’s energy and functionality.

The process is both biological and artistic — guided by DMK’s core philosophy of “Remove, Rebuild, Protect, and Maintain.”

  • Remove: Dead cell build-up and environmental damage are cleared.

  • Rebuild: Cellular function and structure are restored through enzymatic activation.

  • Protect: The skin barrier is strengthened to defend against further damage.

  • Maintain: Homecare ensures long-term health and visible longevity of results.

This unique synergy means the treatment doesn’t just resurface the skin — it resets it.

What to Expect from a StemZyme™ Session

Your journey begins with a full skin analysis by Ana Barreto — a DMK MD Advanced Skin Revision Specialist with years of experience in corrective treatments. Every protocol is fully bespoke, ensuring the right strength, layering, and actives are used to meet your skin’s individual needs.

During the treatment, your skin is deeply cleansed and prepared with DMK’s signature enzymatic therapy, which activates the skin’s natural oxygen flow — the famous “plasmatic effect” that leaves skin visibly flushed and oxygenated.

StemZyme™ is then applied in stages, targeting the deeper dermal layers to stimulate regeneration at the cellular level. You might feel warmth or a slight tingling sensation — a sign your skin is waking up, recharging, and beginning its transformation.

The Results: Cellular-Level Transformation

StemZyme™ delivers more than a glow. It delivers renewal.
Results are both immediate and cumulative — with visible improvement in tone, texture, and elasticity after the first session, and progressive rejuvenation over the following weeks.

Clients report smoother skin, reduced fine lines, fewer pigmentation irregularities, and an overall firmer, more luminous complexion.
The reason? StemZyme™ doesn’t rely on external fillers or artificial triggers — it rebuilds from within.

In essence, it helps your skin remember how to be young again.

Why StemZyme™ Is Perfect for Mature and Sun-Damaged Skin

Ageing and environmental exposure leave their marks — from pigmentation and sagging to dehydration and dullness.
StemZyme™ directly addresses these issues by working on cell turnover, collagen renewal, and dermal density.

For clients experiencing menopause-related skin changes — dryness, thinning, or reduced elasticity — this treatment restores balance and vitality from the inside out.
It’s particularly effective for:

  • Mature skin showing signs of laxity or fine lines

  • Sun-damaged or prematurely aged skin

  • Uneven tone, pigmentation, or texture

  • Skin weakened by stress or hormonal fluctuations

At Ana Barreto Beauty, many clients combine StemZyme™ with DMK Enzyme Therapy or Muscle Banding Treatments for a complete, inside-out rejuvenation program.

StemZyme™ + Home Prescriptive: The Power of Consistency

As with all DMK therapies, home care is essential to maintain and extend your results.
After treatment, Ana may recommend a personalised DMK Home Prescriptive Program — including products like FirMatrix (to rebuild the skin matrix), Eye Web (to lift and firm the delicate eye area), and Trangenesis (to support hydration and repair).

These products are designed to work in synergy with your treatment, ensuring your skin continues to strengthen, repair, and glow long after your appointment.

Because true skin transformation doesn’t happen overnight — it happens with consistency.

The Experience: Relaxation Meets Regeneration

Beyond its scientific precision, StemZyme™ offers an unexpectedly luxurious experience.
Each session is calm, deeply restorative, and supported by Ana’s signature touch — a balance of expert technique and intuitive care.

It’s a moment to reset your skin and your mind.
Many clients describe the treatment as both “energising” and “grounding” — emerging not just with glowing skin, but with a renewed sense of well-being.

Ana Barreto: Advanced Skin Revision Specialist

As a DMK MD Advanced Skin Revision Specialists, Ana Barreto has been trained to perform the most complex and transformative skin protocols in the DMK system — including StemZyme™, Alkaline Wash, and Muscle Banding Therapy.

Her expertise lies in combining advanced paramedical treatments with restorative techniques such as Japanese and intra-buccal face massage, creating results that are both visible and holistic.

For Ana, every treatment is about more than surface improvement — it’s about re-educating the skin to perform at its best.

Who Should Try StemZyme™

If your skin feels tired, lacks firmness, or has stopped responding to regular facials — StemZyme™ is for you.
It’s ideal for clients ready to invest in long-term, regenerative change rather than short-lived results.

StemZyme™ is for those who are serious about rebuilding their skin. It’s a journey of renewal — where science meets self-care.

November 2025 Exclusive: 40% Off StemZyme™ Treatment

This month only, Ana Barreto Beauty is offering 40% off StemZyme™ as part of an exclusive seasonal promotion.

✨ Offer valid until 30 November or while stock lasts.
💳 Payment must be made in full to secure your spot.
🗓️ Treatments can start from January 2026 (latest).

Spaces are limited — and this is a rare opportunity to experience one of the most advanced regenerative treatments in the world at an exclusive rate.

The Future of Skin Starts Now

StemZyme™ represents the future of skin therapy — a future where age, damage, and stress don’t define your complexion.
With the precision of science and the artistry of hands-on care, it delivers the one thing we’re all searching for: skin that feels alive again.

If you’re ready to take your skin to the next level — to go beyond facials and into true skin revision — this is where your journey begins.

Your skin will thank you — in every cell.

The Power of Face & Buccal Massage: Lift, Sculpt, and Reconnect with Your Skin

There’s something quietly transformative about a face massage — the way it melts away tension, revives dull skin, and leaves you feeling deeply reset. But when it comes to the next generation of hands-on skin therapy, buccal massage (yes, the one that works from inside the mouth) has changed the game entirely. It’s not just skincare — it’s skin rehabilitation.

At Ana Barreto Beauty, this sculpting, muscle-relieving ritual is one of the most requested treatments — a signature experience that restores radiance while releasing the strain we carry without even noticing.

A Deeper Kind of Facial

Unlike traditional facials that focus mainly on the skin’s surface, the Face & Buccal Massage works with the underlying facial muscles. The buccal technique — performed inside the mouth — reaches the deeper layers of muscle where stress, tension, and emotional strain often reside.

Ana Barreto, an Advanced Skin Revision Specialist and qualified in Japanese Face Lifting and Intra-Buccal Massage, combines ancient techniques with modern understanding of skin physiology. The result? A uniquely powerful experience that merges sculpting, therapeutic release, and glowing skin renewal.

The Science (and Magic) Behind the Massage

Our face is a map of micro-muscles, constantly working — chewing, speaking, expressing emotion. Over time, tension builds up in areas like the jaw, forehead, and around the mouth. That invisible tightness can restrict blood flow and oxygen delivery, leading to dullness, puffiness, and premature sagging.

At the heart of this treatment lies the art of facial sculpting and lymphatic drainage — two powerful techniques that go beyond surface beauty. Lymphatic drainage improves circulation and helps the body eliminate toxins, encouraging a visibly clearer complexion and a state of deep relaxation. Through targeted stimulation, this method increases oxygen and nutrient supply to the skin cells, awakening dull complexions and softening facial tension. It’s both science and sensorial therapy — a dance between rejuvenation and tranquillity.

5 Proven Benefits of Face & Buccal Massage

1. Improved Circulation

Every movement of Ana’s hands works to stimulate blood flow, increasing oxygen and nutrient delivery to skin cells. That means a naturally brighter, more radiant complexion — no filters required. Enhanced circulation also supports your skin’s own healing processes, which is why regular sessions can visibly improve tone and texture.

2. Lymphatic Drainage

Our skin mirrors what’s happening within. Gentle drainage techniques help the lymphatic system eliminate toxins and reduce puffiness, particularly around the eyes and jawline. Think of it as a reset button for your skin — encouraging clarity and calm from within.

3. Muscle Relaxation & Jaw Tension Release

If you clench your jaw or grind your teeth (and who doesn’t, these days?), you’re not alone. The buccal component of Ana’s massage targets the masseter muscles — the very ones that tighten during stress. By working from both inside and outside the mouth, she releases that tension, relieving TMJ discomfort and promoting deep relaxation.
Clients often describe it as “surprisingly soothing” and “the best stress release they’ve ever had.”

4. Lifting & Toning

Through expert sculpting and lifting movements, facial massage helps retrain the muscles, restoring definition to the jawline, cheeks, and eye area. It’s like a natural facelift — firming, toning, and rejuvenating the skin’s architecture without needles or downtime.

5. Enhanced Skin Elasticity

By stimulating collagen and elastin production, facial massage supports the long-term resilience of your skin. Over time, this leads to improved skin texture, reduced appearance of fine lines, and a more youthful, supple glow.

The Japanese Influence: Where Ritual Meets Renewal

Ana’s technique draws inspiration from Japanese Face Lifting Massage, an art form rooted in holistic wellness. It treats the skin as an intelligent organ — one that responds to rhythm, energy, and touch. The combination of sculpting strokes, gentle acupressure, and intraoral work creates a deep sense of harmony between structure and spirit.

Unlike a quick-fix aesthetic treatment, this is a ritual that rewires your skin’s response. You don’t just walk out glowing — you walk out lighter.

The Relaxation Factor

Despite its sculpting power, this treatment is profoundly relaxing. The rhythmic, intentional motions combined with intraoral release trigger the parasympathetic nervous system — the body’s “rest and restore” mode.
Clients often drift into a meditative state during the session, emerging with a lifted face, softened jaw, and that unmistakable post-facial calm. It’s skincare that soothes the nervous system as much as the skin.

The Ideal Treatment for… Everyone Who Needs a Reset

The Face & Buccal Massage is perfect for anyone looking to:

  • Release jaw or facial tension

  • Improve puffiness or circulation

  • Define facial contours

  • Lift and tone naturally

  • Support long-term skin health without invasive treatments

Ana often recommends incorporating this massage as part of your prescriptive skin routine, especially during times of stress, change, or seasonal transition.

Ana Barreto: Advanced Skin Revision Specialist

As an MD Advanced Skin Revision Specialist, Ana Barreto is dedicated to restoring skin health from within using the renowned DMK concept of Remove, Rebuild, Protect, and Maintain. One of her signature approaches includes the DMK Muscle Banding Treatment — a powerful enzyme therapy designed to lift, tone, and strengthen facial muscles for a firmer, more youthful complexion. This treatment can also be paired with Ana’s advanced facial massage techniques, including Japanese and intra-buccal massage, to further enhance lifting, relaxation, and long-term rejuvenation. Together, these methods deliver transformative, expressive results — naturally revitalising both skin and confidence.

Give the Gift of Rejuvenation

Looking for a thoughtful, meaningful gift? The Lift & Glow Face Massage with Buccal Massage is available as an online gift voucher, making it the perfect present for Christmas, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or simply “just because.”
It’s not just a beauty treatment — it’s time, touch, and transformation in one elegant experience.

The Final Word

In a world of quick fixes and instant results, the Face & Buccal Massage stands out for its honesty and depth. It works with your body, not against it — releasing tension, stimulating natural function, and restoring what stress, time, and life tend to take away.

Ana Barreto’s hands know how to listen — to your skin, your muscles, and your energy.
And when that connection happens, your skin doesn’t just glow. It speaks.

Beyond Hair Removal: Why Alkaline Wash (pH Revision) Is a True Skin-Revision Treatment

When most people hear “Alkaline Wash,” they think of hair removal — especially for stubborn facial or body hair. But that’s only the beginning of what this advanced treatment can do. In the hands of a fully DMK MD-certified professional like Ana Barreto, Alkaline Wash becomes a powerful tool for skin revision, able to address a wide spectrum of skin concerns safely and effectively.

Ana is one of the few practitioners in London holding this advanced qualification, giving her permission to use Alkaline Wash far beyond mere hair removal. In this blog, we’ll explore the full breadth of its uses, why certification matters, and how Ana integrates it into bespoke treatment plans.

What is Alkaline Wash / PH Revision?

At its core, Alkaline Wash (also known as pH Revision in the DMK lexicon) temporarily shifts the skin’s naturally slightly acidic pH into a more alkaline state. This controlled and brief alteration allows for deep softening, swelling, and dissolution of redundant (dead or damaged) tissue, making it easier to remove or revise it. DMK describes that this process “swells, softens and dissolves redundant tissue” — enabling correction of pigmentation, scarring, acne, and signs of ageing.

Unlike traditional exfoliants that use acidic or mechanical methods, this is a base-driven process—a different chemical pathway that can reach areas acids may not. Some DMK sources refer to Alkaline Wash as a “powerful exfoliant in the DMK MD collection that uses high, basic pH levels to open skin pathways and eliminate dead skin.”

Because of its potency however, its wider uses (beyond hair removal) are intentionally restricted to MD-level practitioners — those with advanced training in DMK’s paramedical approach.

Conditions That Alkaline Wash Can Safely Address

Below is a summary of the many skin issues that Alkaline Wash / pH Revision is used for (when performed by a certified, skilled practitioner):

  • General hair removal on face & body

  • Excessive facial hair, especially on acne-prone skin

  • Embedded or congested hair follicles, folliculitis, and ingrown hairs

  • Active acne (especially when combined with other DMK protocols)

  • Milia (small keratin-filled cysts)

  • Rosacea and reactive/red skin

  • Fine lines and deeper wrinkles (for resurfacing)

  • Hyperpigmentation and sun damage on face and body

  • Post-acne scarring, post-surgical scarring

  • Razor bumps / pseudofolliculitis

  • Stretch marks (by resurfacing and remodeling)

  • Sun damage on décolleté, arms, legs

  • Removal of rough, thickened skin or calluses on feet

Many DMK-based treatment menus confirm it being part of scar revision, pigmentation, stretch mark protocols, and more.

In some advanced training curricula (e.g. DMK’s paramedical skin revision training), Alkaline Wash is grouped with RP and Pro Alpha Peel as pH variations used for deep resurfacing.

Why Only MD-Certified Professionals Can Use It Fully

The risk and reward of Alkaline Wash lie in precision, timing, and skin assessment. Because the treatment temporarily shifts the skin’s pH, it can be overly aggressive (if left on too long or used incorrectly) — risking irritation, uneven resurfacing, or trauma in sensitive skin.

That’s why only DMK MD-certified professionals are permitted to use Alkaline Wash for any of these advanced indications beyond hair removal. These practitioners undergo rigorous paramedical training to understand how to control the reaction, sequence with other DMK therapies, and ensure safe outcomes.

Ana Barreto holds this advanced certification, placing her among an elite group of skin specialists in London who offer true skin revision using Alkaline Wash. Her training gives her the expertise to harness this treatment safely for acne, pigmentation, scarring, rosacea, and more.

How Ana Uses Alkaline Wash In Practice

When you come to Ana for a consultation, she doesn’t treat the skin by protocol — she treats you. Her process often includes:

  1. Skin evaluation & history
     She examines skin stability, previous treatments, barrier strength, and client goals.

  2. Pre-conditioning & enzyme therapy
    To prepare skin for deeper work, Ana may use enzyme therapies to detoxify and balance.

  3. Tailored Alkaline Wash protocol
     Depending on your skin, she adjusts formula strength, duration, and whether multiple zones are treated.

  4. Layering with other DMK modalities
     Often paired with enzyme therapy, corrective peels (RP, Pro Alpha), or mask/infusions for synergy.

  5. Post-care & home regimen
     Healing, hydration, barrier support, and sun protection become essential. Microneedling or other follow-up therapies may be added later.

Real-World Transformations

Because Alkaline Wash is broad in scope, the transformations can be profound:

  • Acne-prone clients may see reduction in congestion, clearer pores, fewer breakouts

  • Pigmentation cases may notice a more even tone and fading of pigmented patches

  • Scarring and texture issues (e.g. stretch marks, post-acne indentations) may soften

  • Sun-damaged skin, fine lines, and ageing can appear brighter, smoother, revitalised

Risks, Contraindications & the Importance of Expertise

Though powerful, Alkaline Wash isn’t right for everyone. Contraindications may include:

  • Extremely thin or fragile skin

  • Recent isotretinoin usage

  • Active skin infections or open wounds

  • Severe rosacea with fragility

  • Pregnancy or hormonal imbalances (must be assessed)

Because Ana is MD-certified, she knows precisely when not to treat, how to test safely, and how to retreat to maintain skin health. That level of clinical judgement is what separates a treatment from a complication.

Final Thoughts: A Single Treatment, Many Solutions

Alkaline Wash is remarkable because, in the right hands, it becomes a multi-purpose skin revision tool—not just hair removal. It’s capable of addressing acne, pigmentation, scarring, texture, ageing, and more. But only advanced DMK MD practitioners like Ana Barreto have the training and authority to wield it beyond hair removal safely.

If you’ve ever thought your skin had “too many things to fix at once,” Alkaline Wash may actually be the unifying solution your skin needs. And since Ana is among the few London specialists certified to use it as such — booking a consultation is not just skin care, but access to one of the highest levels of DMK care.

Menopausal Skin: Understanding the Changes & How to Care for It

Perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause are natural stages in every woman’s life. While they mark powerful transitions, the changes they bring to the skin can often feel overwhelming. Dryness, breakouts, wrinkles, thinning, and loss of elasticity don’t just alter how skin looks — they can also affect how women feel about themselves.

At AB Beauty, we believe these stages don’t have to mean the end of radiant, healthy skin. With the right knowledge, professional treatments, and a prescriptive approach, your skin can thrive before, during, and after menopause.

In this article, we’ll explore:

  • The most common changes skin goes through in perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause

  • Why the right skincare approach is essential at every stage

  • How to care for skin during these transitions

  • How Ana Barreto, Skin Specialist and founder of AB Beauty — who is herself navigating perimenopause — has improved her own skin with a prescriptive treatment regime

What Happens to Skin in Perimenopause, Menopause & Post-Menopause?

Hormonal shifts, especially the decline of oestrogen, affect the skin at every stage. Oestrogen is crucial for collagen production, hydration, and elasticity. As levels fluctuate and drop, the skin undergoes a series of changes that can feel sudden and difficult to manage.

Some of the most common concerns include:

  • Dryness & itchiness – fewer oils and ceramides mean tighter, uncomfortable skin.

  • Loss of elasticity – reduced collagen and elastin lead to sagging and dullness.

  • Breakouts – hormonal imbalance can trigger adult acne, even for those who never had it before.

  • Skin thinning – with less collagen, skin becomes fragile and heals slowly.

  • Sun damage – pigmentation and age spots often become more visible.

  • Wrinkles & loss of definition – fine lines deepen, jawlines soften, and skin loses bounce.

Common Skin Concerns in Detail

Dryness & Itchiness

With fewer natural oils, the skin barrier weakens. This often leads to flakiness, tightness, and irritation.

Loss of Elasticity

Collagen loss is steep — research shows up to 30% can disappear in the first five years after menopause. Skin becomes looser and less resilient.

Breakouts

Hormonal fluctuations in perimenopause and menopause can trigger breakouts. Slower skin cell turnover also means pores clog more easily.

Skin Thinning

Fragility increases, making skin prone to irritation and slower to heal. Treatments must be chosen with care.

Sun Damage

Age spots and pigmentation appear more prominent, as skin’s ability to defend and repair itself weakens.

Wrinkles & Loss of Definition

Fine lines deepen, and structural changes become more noticeable around the mouth, eyes, and jawline.

Why the Right Approach Matters

During perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, skin becomes more sensitive and complex. Harsh routines or “one-size-fits-all” products can worsen symptoms. At the same time, ignoring changes allows dryness, thinning, and wrinkles to accelerate.

This is why a prescriptive approach is essential. Every woman’s skin is unique — it deserves treatments and prescriptions that adapt to its changing needs.

At AB Beauty, Skin Specialist Ana combines advanced professional treatments with tailored prescriptive routines, ensuring long-term skin health and results.

How to Care for Skin During These Stages

While personalised care is best, here are universal strategies that support healthy skin:

  • Hydrate deeply – gentle cleansers and ceramide-rich moisturisers.

  • Repair the barrier – avoid stripping products; prioritise strengthening treatments.

  • Daily sun protection – broad-spectrum SPF is crucial year-round.

  • Advanced treatments – peels, enzyme therapy, and microneedling help restore elasticity, reduce pigmentation, and improve resilience.

How AB Beauty Can Help

Ana has curated a portfolio of treatments specifically suited for menopausal skin at every stage:

DMK Enzyme Therapy

  • Works at a cellular level to rebuild the skin

  • Improves hydration and circulation

  • Strengthens the barrier

Peels

  • Controlled resurfacing that tackles pigmentation, fine lines, and uneven texture

  • Especially effective in cooler months

RevitaGlow Facial (with Anesi Lab)

  • Exclusive to AB Beauty

  • Uses saline solution for non-invasive exfoliation — gentler than microcrystals

  • Delivers deep cleansing and radiant glow

  • Bespoke, using a combination of techniques to maximise results

Microneedling with Toskani Serums

  • Scientifically formulated mesotherapy serums target ageing at a cellular level

  • Boost collagen, reduce wrinkles, and restore elasticity

Ana’s Personal Story: Navigating Perimenopause

For Ana, this isn’t just professional — it’s personal.

As a perimenopausal woman, Ana began experiencing unexpected changes in her own skin:

Acne breakouts she hadn’t seen in years;
Loss of elasticity, leaving her skin uneven and tired;
Frustration as her old routine no longer worked.

With her expertise as a Skin Specialist, Ana created a prescriptive regime for herself:

  • DMK Enzyme Therapy to rebuild her skin’s resilience

  • A personalised RevitaGlow Facial plan to restore clarity and radiance

  • Microneedling with Toskani serums to stimulate collagen

  • Carefully prescribed skincare products to maintain her results at home

Her transformation was remarkable — not just in her skin, but in her confidence. This lived experience gives Ana unique empathy and understanding, allowing her to guide clients with both expertise and compassion.

Why Choose a Skin Specialist Like Ana?

  • Award-winning recognition — Ana’s expertise has been recognised with DMK Award-Winning Skincare

  • Over two decades of professional experience in advanced skin therapies

  • First-hand understanding as a perimenopausal woman navigating skin changes

  • Tailored approach — prescriptive treatments designed for your skin’s individual needs

Final Thoughts

Perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause bring changes — but they don’t have to mean the end of glowing, healthy skin. With the right prescriptive plan and professional guidance, your skin can be hydrated, firm, radiant, and resilient.

At AB Beauty, Ana Barreto, Skin Specialist, brings together professional expertise, award-winning treatments, and her personal journey to create bespoke solutions that deliver real results.

Because at AB Beauty, it’s more than a facial — it’s skin revision with results. 

Ready to start your journey? Book your consultation today.