Making the world look and feel good

MANILA, Philippines - It is good to know that our medical tourism community is constantly on its toes. We learn about practitioners, particularly in the skin and body care industry, pushing to establish the Philippines as the destination for medical needs. They are able to do this by being updated on the latest technology and techniques that will make their services better. No wonder people from other countries come over to avail themselves of these services. What could be better than combining high technology with the Filipino way of pampering?

That last point holds true at the Cathy Valencia Skin & Body Centre. Already known for its use of all-natural treatments, the center is enjoying a loyal following around the globe. Since establishing itself almost 10 years ago, the Cathy Valencia Skin & Body Centre has remained ahead of the pack with its line of organic products and up-to-date treatments.

Recently, the center has beefed up its machine-based treatments with the acquisition of new machines from Europe. One of these is the Carbon Dioxide Fractional Laser, which treats wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentations. It also helps reduce acne formation and closes pores.

“We always subscribe to the non-surgical painless methods,” says Cathy Valencia herself. “If one needs to shed unwanted fat, we go for the non-invasive treatments.”

She shares that Eximia, a new machine from Italy, abides by that principle. This beauty technology allows patients to lose up to five centimeters in a week. The innovative device instantly eliminates body fats and helps firm and tone one’s face and body.

The Eximia has two principles behind it: the Cavitational Ultraporation and the Endolift. The former method penetrates the deepest layer of the skin up to the inner fat cells that can speed up one’s metabolism. The latter further enhances the process by draining one’s excess fluids.

The center also acquired the newest and most advanced biomedical technology from Spain called Mesolux. Valencia informs us that the machine combines electroporation and phototherapy that enhance the penetration of medicine into the innermost skin layer. “All of these machines are exclusively for the Cathy Valencia Skin & Body Centre,” she declares.

“These actions are designed for face, body and hair treatments,” Valencia says. ‘The process comes with formulated medicine to make it more effective. For example, we have the Hydraextreme which enhances skin moisture and the Lipolytic for slimming and activating fat cell metabolism.”

“We take pride in the fact that we do not just rely alone on radio frequency to generate heat on body parts. Our Delta X machine applies cryotherapy to cool down fat cells,” she explains.

Yet another trailblazing treatment is the X-Light from Italy. The process utilizes non-burning laser pulse light that treats acne, vitiligo, psoriasis, and wrinkles, among others. Valencia tells us: “Laser light is better than injecting steroids in treating acne. It is safer. We never use steroids in the center.”

Recently, the Cathy Valencia Skin & Body Centre introduced the Stem Cell Facial, a botanical-based stem cell facial treatment that counters ageing, cleanses, and rejuvenates skin. “It has a glowing effect in just one session,” Valencia pipes in.

Valencia says, “We combine the effectiveness of the machines into one treatment for maximum results. We take pride in maintaining the highest standards possible, making sure that these are used in taking good care of our clients.”

From the looks of it, the future of medical tourism is in good hands with this commitment to quality. People from all over the world flock to this clinic to look good and feel good. Then they get the opportunity to see what the country has to offer. Well, Cathy Valencia is doing a commendable job is asserting the Philippines’ place in the world’s beauty map.

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For more information, visit the website www.cathyvalencia.com.