SKIN TREATMENT
Custom Medical Facials
Physician-prescribed facial treatments using clinical-strength products and advanced techniques — personalized to your skin's unique biology, concerns, and goals.
What Are Custom Medical Facials?
A custom medical facial at Thrive is not a spa treatment — it's a clinical skincare intervention prescribed by Dr. Miles based on a thorough analysis of your skin. Using medical-grade products with higher concentrations of active ingredients than anything available over the counter, each facial is designed to address your specific concerns with measurable, lasting results.
Whether your goals are anti-aging, brightening, acne control, hydration, or overall skin health, your custom facial protocol is built from the ground up for your skin and your skin alone.
How Medical Facials Differ From Spa Facials
The gap between a spa facial and a medical facial is significant. While spa facials offer relaxation and surface-level cleansing, medical facials use clinical-strength formulations that work at a deeper cellular level. Here's what sets them apart:
Physician-prescribed protocols — Your facial is designed based on a clinical skin assessment, not a generic menu
Medical-grade products — Higher concentrations of active ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C, peptides, and growth factors
Advanced techniques — Professional extractions, enzyme treatments, LED therapy, and targeted serums that penetrate deeper
Diagnostic approach — We identify the root cause of your skin concerns and treat accordingly, rather than masking symptoms
Measurable results — Visible improvement in skin clarity, tone, texture, and health that compounds over time
Safety oversight — Every treatment is supervised by a board-certified physician who understands your full health picture
The Skin Analysis Process
Every custom facial begins with a comprehensive skin analysis by Dr. Miles. Using visual assessment and clinical evaluation, she examines your skin's hydration levels, oil production, sensitivity, pore size, pigmentation patterns, and signs of aging or damage.
This analysis informs every decision in your treatment — from the cleanser and exfoliant used to the specific serums, masks, and finishing products applied. Your analysis is also documented so your treatment can evolve with your skin over time.
Treatment Components
Your custom facial may include any combination of the following, based on your skin's needs:
Deep cleansing — Medical-grade cleansers matched to your skin type
Enzyme or chemical exfoliation — Gentle removal of dead skin cells to reveal fresh skin
Professional extractions — Safe, hygienic removal of blackheads and congestion
Targeted serums — Clinical-strength antioxidants, peptides, growth factors, or brightening agents
Customized masks — Hydrating, calming, purifying, or firming masks selected for your concerns
LED light therapy — Blue light for acne or red light for anti-aging and inflammation
Lymphatic massage — Manual techniques to reduce puffiness and promote circulation
SPF and finishing care — Protective final steps to seal in results
Conditions Addressed
Acne and breakout-prone skin
Dullness and dehydration
Hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone
Fine lines and early signs of aging
Sensitive or reactive skin
Sun damage and environmental stress
Rosacea and redness
Congested or enlarged pores
What to Expect
Your appointment begins with a brief consultation and skin analysis (for first-time patients) or a check-in on how your skin has responded since your last visit (for returning patients). The facial itself takes 45-75 minutes, depending on the treatments included.
Most patients experience no downtime and leave with immediately improved skin — smoother, brighter, and more hydrated. Mild redness may occur if extractions or active exfoliants are used, but this typically resolves within a few hours.
Dr. Miles will recommend at-home skincare products to extend your results and prepare your skin for your next session. Monthly facials are recommended for optimal, ongoing skin health.
