1:1 In the beginning there was collagen. Support of all human skin.

1:2 And without it the face was plagued with scarring, fine lines, and easily visible pores — unable to stimulate the collagen reserves on a level deep enough for noticeable healing.

1:3 And so laser expert and Beauty Therapies owner Claire McArdle created the Genesis Facial, a quick and painless laser-based treatment. And there was healing.

1:4 And McArdle saw the healing, that it was good. And added to the laser treatment a light exfoliating peel and moisturizing mask.

1:5 And McArdle said, “Let the laser pulse stimulate collagen to its deepest root, to minimize pores and heal scars.”

1:6 And McArdle said, “Let every face appear pore-free and ridiculously close to perfection.”

1:7 And McArdle saw everything she had done in the faces of her clients, and behold, it was very good.

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