Specializing in Skin Care

Gentisse Cosmetic Surgery offers a complete program for skin health to complement our plastic surgery practice.  Treatments are provided by a licensed Paramedical Esthetician and Certified Microdermabrasion Technician in a safe, serene environment under the supervision of Amy van Gent, M.D.  In addition, a full range of products are available for use at home to enhance and maintain your facial rejuvenation. Gentisse is committed to improving your skin on a deep, cellular level for visible results that last.

Every esthetician treatment includes individual skin analysis of the face, neck and hands along with a customized  treatment, skin care education and recommendations for a home care regimen to get dramatic and improved results. All treatment protocols are designed by Dr. van Gent and she will personally approve your prescribed regimen.  

Among the services offered at the Gentisse are:

• Skin Care Consultation
• Skin Care Education
• High Performance Customized Facials
• Epidermal Peels:  Salicylic, Glycolic, Lactic, Jessner's Peel, "South Beach" Peel
• Microdermabrasion
• Dermaplaning
• Full Makeup Application
• Basic Makeup Color/Foundation Consultation
• Brow Tweeze / Facial Waxing

Gentisse Skin Care Products:

We are proud to offer our own line of skin health products which are fully customizable to meet the needs of every skin type and condition.  These appealing products are formulated with proven ingredients from the latest in skin research.  Natural plant extracts and minerals have antioxidant and phytonutrient effects, while special delivery vehicles enhance penetration into the skin.  Gentisse products are drug-free and not tested on animals.

Obagi Nu-Derm®:

This prescription product line is sold only by physicians and is the best system available for treating brown spots and discoloration. It is suitable for even the darkest skin tones. Nu-Derm® will also improve skin texture, uneven or sallow color, wrinkles, skin laxity and acne. Your home regimen will be monitored by your skin care professional, and the Obagi Blue Peel® can be performed by Dr. van Gent to speed or enhance your results. High-strength Vitamin C serums and Clenziderm Acne Systems are also available from Obagi®.

Jane Iredale ®  The Skin Care Makeup™

The most beautiful cosmetic you can wear, micronized mineral bases are four in one: foundation, powder, concealer and sunscreen, and will disguise almost any skin discoloration. This mineral cosmetic line is suitable for all skin types. Gentisse carries the full line of this medical-quality makeup. For more information, please visit www.janeiredale.com.

Other Products:

Dr. van Gent has also chosen several individual products for their superior effectiveness and unique formulations to address specific concerns of our clients. Lyphazome® Moisturizing Sunscreens are broad-spectrum waterproof sun protection tolerated by all skin types. Also available is an excellent non-streaking self-tanner called Inside Tan. Prevage ™ MD Anti-Aging Treatment, a maximum-strength topical antioxidant only available at a physicians office, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves the overall appearance of your skin and protects your skin from environmental stressors known to cause skin aging. CLARISONIC Skin Care Brush is twice as effective as manual cleansing and is proven to allow better penetration of products.

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