A Scientific Approach to Skin Care

If a NASA scientist became an aesthetician, he would probably give facials like Marc Edward. Unlike some skin treatments, where you can barely squeak out "combination/oily" before they start poking and extracting, Marc begins with a thorough questionnaire and a three-pronged analysis of your skin. First he uses a device to measure the amount of moisture in your skin, then a second device that gauges the level of oiliness, and finally a black light that reveals your level of sun damage. Using this information, along with your input, he designs a facial for you using a whole palette of techniques and technologies.

Our skin was congested and generally dull, so Marc prescribed the Signature Face Treatment (regularly $175), which includes a rotating brush for cleansing, dermal light therapy, microdermabrasion, acid peels, and microcurrent technology (said to build up collagen and elastin fibers in the skin). We couldn't believe the difference in our skin when he was done - who knew that such smooth, glowing skin lay dormant underneath all that urban grime and buildup! Marc is committed to using only clinical grade skin care products, such as Skinceuticals and Benev, to heal and rejuvenate, and even offers a Three Month Skin Correction Program ($795 and up) for clients with more serious skin troubles.

Review originally published 7/12/2007.