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Tixel® is an innovative, non-laser skin resurfacing treatment that uses proprietary Thermo-Mechanical Action (TMA®) technology to rejuvenate your skin. By delivering precisely targeted thermal energy, Tixel improves skin texture, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and treats various skin conditions with significantly less downtime than traditional ablative lasers.
At Humphrey & Beleznay Cosmetic Dermatology in Vancouver, we offer Tixel as a safe, highly effective, and versatile solution for all skin types. Whether you are looking to smooth acne scars or tighten the delicate skin around your eyes, Tixel delivers exceptional, natural-looking results.
Tixel utilizes a medical-grade titanium tip heated to a precise temperature. This tip makes brief, controlled contact with the skin’s surface, transferring thermal energy quickly and safely.
Unlike microneedling, this process creates micro-channels in the skin without puncturing it, stimulating your body's natural healing response to produce new collagen and elastin. Because Tixel transfers less heat to surrounding tissues than traditional fractional CO2 lasers or Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), it provides powerful skin resurfacing with minimal discomfort and a faster recovery.
One of the most remarkable benefits of Tixel is its safety and efficacy around the delicate eye area. Traditional lasers often require protective metal eye shields and cannot treat close to the lash line. Because Tixel does not emit radiation or light, it can be safely used on both the upper and lower eyelids right up to the lash line.
Tixel eye treatments are highly effective for tightening lax, crepey eyelid skin, reducing under-eye puffiness, and smoothing fine lines (crow's feet). It is often considered a non-surgical alternative to a blepharoplasty (eyelid lift).
A Tixel treatment session typically lasts between 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the area being treated. During the procedure, the Tixel device is gently applied to the skin, delivering controlled heat energy to the targeted areas. Patients may experience a warm sensation, but the treatment is generally well-tolerated. Topical anesthesia may be applied to the skin prior. After the treatment, the skin may appear red and slightly swollen, similar to a mild sunburn, but these effects usually subside within a few days.
The results of Tixel treatments are often noticeable within a few weeks, with continued improvement as new collagen and elastin develop. Multiple sessions may be recommended for optimal results, depending on the individual’s skin concerns and goals. Aftercare is simple, with patients advised to avoid direct sun exposure and use gentle skincare products to support the healing process. We also take advantage of the microchannels formed during the procedure to help deliver different topicals into the skin. We will customize this to your unique needs.
Tixel is an advanced skin resurfacing device that uses Thermo-Mechanical Action (TMA) to deliver controlled heat to the skin. It is not a laser or a microneedling device. It stimulates collagen production to treat wrinkles, acne scars, and skin laxity with minimal downtime.
The cost of Tixel in Vancouver varies depending on the treatment area and the number of sessions required. During your consultation at Humphrey & Beleznay, we will provide a personalized treatment plan with exact pricing based on your specific skin concerns and goals.
Tixel downtime is minimal. You will experience redness and a sunburn-like sensation for a few hours. Mild swelling and a "sandpaper" texture (micro-crusting) may last for 3 to 7 days, but you can wear makeup and resume most normal activities just 24 hours after your treatment.
Yes, Tixel is a great option for skin in the eye area. Because it does not use lasers or radiation, it can be applied directly to the upper and lower eyelids to tighten crepey skin and reduce wrinkles without the need for protective intraocular eye shields.
Yes. Because Tixel uses pure heat rather than light or laser energy, it transfers less heat to the surrounding tissues. This significantly reduces the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, making it a safe and effective resurfacing option for all skin types, including those with melasma.
Absolutely. The micro-channels created by Tixel significantly enhance the absorption of topical products. We frequently combine Tixel with customized serums or Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) to accelerate healing and maximize your skin rejuvenation results.
Tixel is ideal for individuals looking to improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and address pigmentation with minimal discomfort and downtime.
We love treating the eyelid area to treat lax skin and crinkly skin around the eyes as you can take it right up to the lash line and really tighten the skin here. There is no need for a protective eye shield and it is very safe in this area.
