Discover the 3D HydrO2 Facial: The treatment behind Billie Faier's iconic red carpet glow — now at EpidermFX
Most Glasgow "facials" are performed by beauticians. Ours isn't.
EpidermFX operates inside Ardcroft Medical Clinic in Bothwell, Glasgow, delivering the 3D HydrO2 Treatment: a 7-in-1 medical-grade skin treatment.
The treatment has been widely covered in national press, with Billie Faiers, Danielle Lloyd, Christina Rihanoff, and Luisa Zissman praising the results, and Brad Pitt, Robbie Williams, and David Beckham reported among its fans.
It's the treatment behind some of the most photographed red carpet skin. Founder Ivanna Glover delivers it herself. She holds a Master's degree in Pharmacy and worked as a pharmacist in Ukraine before moving to the UK and founding EpidermFX.
It's the treatment behind some of the most photographed red carpet skin, delivered here by founder Ivanna Glover, who holds a Master's degree in Pharmacy and worked as a pharmacist in Ukraine before founding EpidermFX after moving to the UK.
Why a Clinic, Not a Salon
A beauty salon can offer relaxation. It can't bring a pharmaceutical sciences background to your skin. At EpidermFX, every session starts with founder Ivanna assessing your skin, not a generic treatment menu.
That distinction shows up in the details: multi-technology equipment built for measurable change, a clinical environment with clinic-grade hygiene standards, and zero downtime, so you walk out ready for whatever's next on your calendar.
If you've been searching for medical-grade skincare treatments in Glasgow that goes beyond what a beautician or high-street facial can offer, this is the treatment behind some of the UK's most photographed red carpet skin: delivered by Ivanna Glover to make sure you are red carpet ready for whatever the big event is.
Seven Technologies, One Session
The 3D HydrO2 Treatment doesn't do one thing well. It does nine things in sequence:
HYDRO PEEL
The Hydro Peel treatment uses a combination of three solutions. The AHA solution contains lactic acid and glycolic acid to dissolve keratin and smooths the skin’s texture while deep cleansing the pores. The BHA solution contains salicylic acid to remove comedones, and sebum and cleanse inner pores which are perfect for managing congestion and bacteria.
The final solution contains galactomyces ferment filtrate, hyaluronic acid and acetyl hexapeptide 8 to offer deep hydration and nourishment, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, providing elasticity and brightening to the skin.
EXFOLIATION
The Exfoliation technology allows oxygen to be drawn into the skin. A vibration cleanser is used with a capsule that has an exfoliating effect on the skin, containing sodium bicarbonate and citric acid.
When the capsule is combined with the glycerol-based gel it will create an effervescent effect.
CO2 is produced during this reaction, inducing a release of oxygen from increased red blood cells.
When oxygen is naturally released to the skin from the inside of the body, it results in true oxygenation and is far more effective than external oxygenation. This effect on the skin is known as the ‘Bohr Effect’.
OXYGENATION
A lack of oxygen slows down cell metabolism, ages the cell prematurely, reduces skin firmness and gives a pale ashen complexion.
The Oxygenation spray creates a Venturi effect which, by breaking down the molecules within the product, encourages maximum absorption allowing intense skin hydration.
Applying oxygen to the skin using this method helps to increase cell metabolism and improve these concerns. Some bacteria are not able to live in oxygen, so applying oxygen to the skin will give this anti-bacterial effect, having a positive effect on congestion.
ELECTRO-ION
Electro-ion technology is used for skin lifting and electroporation, which increases the absorbency of the cell for product penetration.
Ultrasound vibrations momentarily create spaces in the outer layers of the skin.
Disrupting this barrier allows greater absorption of the applied product.
Using iontophoresis and anti-gravity actions, this handpiece penetrates our serums more profound into the skin’s sub-surface but also gives a slight muscle contraction and lifting effect.
This, in turn, revitalises and ‘wakes up’ dull and lifeless skin.
RADIO-FREQUENCY
Tri-polar radio-frequency delivers the energy specifically into the dermis creating heat, increasing the temperature in the dermis to a constant 40-42°c.
Fibroblasts are the connective tissue cells that produce collagen and elastin. Heating the dermis, causes an immediate contraction of the existing mature collagen cells, in turn stimulating fibroblast action.
This results in the production of new collagen, an increase in the diameter of the collagen and the spaces between the fibres are visibly reduced under the microscope, increasing the dermal layer’s density, and giving a skin tightening effect.
ULTRASOUND
Ultrasound technology is used for product infusion and has Thermal and Biochemical effects.
Its Thermal action has a stimulating effect on the blood flow and activates cell metabolism.
The Biochemical effects trigger a micro-massage in the tissue, which influences the fibroblasts and stimulates the formation of new collagen.
The frequency of the ultrasound allows more active ingredients to penetrate the skin’s barrier.
FIRE AND ICE
The Fire and Ice plate is a dual-modality handpiece that produces a maximum of 42°c warming and a minimum of 5°c ice cooling.
Repeating bringing the skin to a temp of 42°c helps create heat-shock proteins. These are the proteins that are produced by cells in response to exposure to stressful conditions. They help to repair the skin and strengthen the skin’s elasticity. 42°c helps to dilate the pores for deep cleansing.
The 5°c instantly tightens the pores, decreases the surface blood supply giving an instant brightening and tightening effect on the skin and also ‘locks in’ moisture.
Most facials pick one or two of these. This treatment runs all nine in a single 60 to 90-minute session.
Why Choose EpidermFX for Medical-Grade Skincare in Glasgow
You sit down. Ivanna assesses your skin type and concerns. Then the sequence begins: cleanse, exfoliate, infuse, oxygenate, tighten, protect. No two sessions are identical, because no two clients' skin is.
By the time you leave, there's no redness to hide and no recovery time to plan around. That's the point.
Danielle Lloyd, Billie Faiers, Christina Rihanoff, and Luisa Zissman have all been named in national press coverage praising the 3D HydrO2 Treatment.
It built that reputation years before EpidermFX started offering it in Bothwell. Now it's here, under Ivanna Glover's care.
Is This Treatment For You?
Book it if you're dealing with:
Dull, tired, or dehydrated skin
An event, wedding, or occasion on the calendar
Congestion or an uneven skin tone
Sensitive skin that needs an expert hand, not a generic product line
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EpidermFX 21 Main Street, Bothwell, Glasgow Inside Ardcroft Medical Clinic