I’ve been able to keep my maturing skin free of age spots with little maintenance, though I am concerned with the fine lines around my eyes and those deepening nasolabial folds. Although I have been blessed with my parents’ good skin genes, I still get maintenance treatments now and then, especially since I noticed my skin was ageing faster about eight years ago.
So, of course, I was curious when my editor asked me to review SkinPhix, a non-invasive treatment that integrates physiotherapy and aesthetics procedures.
After seeing how her treatments—initially designed to help Bell’s Palsy patients regain a youthful, lifted appearance—could benefit everyone, Grace Ho co-founded the SkinPhysio boutique.
A physiotherapist with 26 years of experience, she claims SkinPhix is also beneficial to post-partum mothers. “Diastasis recti or separation of the abdominal muscles along the vertical midline (linea alba) affects 60 percent of pregnant women. When the mother sits, there will be a noticeable bulge and a palpable gap above or below the belly button,” Ho says.
“I had triplets during my first pregnancy, so I experienced substantial skin laxity. Even if it has been awhile, this treatment will still work on slackening skin tissue.”
Although Ho still practises physical therapy, her SkinPhysio clinic, which opened in 2022, utilises such innovative treatment techniques to help her clients’ skin recover naturally, quickly, and safely.
Safety remains her top priority. “I won’t administer treatments without scientific support. That is simply too risky.”
In the SkinPhix treatment, Ho generates heat via radio waves using the Tecar machine, which originated from Spain. It’s called endogenous thermotherapy.
This warmth purportedly heals the body from the inside out. It is said to tighten skin, stimulate collagen production, reduce fine wrinkles, and a lot more.
Our brief conversation was followed by the start of my therapy session. I was led into the treatment room, which was simply laid out with a bed, two seats, a trolley loaded with medical supplies, and a mirror against a clinical white and light grey colour scheme.
Ho’s soothing voice helped me to relax. She assured me that this therapy is suitable for everyone except those with pacemakers, a history of cancer, and skin conditions like dermatitis or open wounds.
Having rinsed off my sunscreen and moisturiser, she applied conductive gel to my face. Then she switched on the Tecar machine. The gentle whirring sound had a light white-noise effect.
Circling the handpiece over my entire face and chin region, she paid particular attention to the smile lines and nasolabial folds. She said my rounded forehead needed little work, and that a flatter surface maximised the effectiveness of the device. She also occasionally asked if I could handle the heat. I was more than capable.
It took about 30 minutes for Ho to perform the entire procedure, with a focus on the deeper crease lines on my left side.
Almost immediately, I noticed a plumped face with noticeably softer nasolabial wrinkles, brighter skin with an even tone, and a slight blush, likely due to the concentrated heat on the surface. The plumpness subsided three hours later, but the lines still hadn’t reappeared.
Would I recommend SkinPhix to others? The procedure is worth considering, even if only for its scientific elements. In addition, Ho shared before and after photos of a Bell’s Palsy patient. There was a noticeable improvement in the laxity of the skin.
If you want to beat ageing’s physical effects, or if you’re bothered by your sagging cheeks, wrinkles, and loose skin, there’s no harm in trying SkinPhix.
