VISIA Skin Analysis in Corte Madera & Los Gatos

What Is VISIA

VISIA is a clinical-grade complexion analysis system that captures detailed images of your skin across multiple dimensions — surface texture, pores, wrinkles, brown spots, red areas, UV damage, and bacteria — using standard, UV, and cross-polarized lighting. It reveals what’s happening in your skin that you simply cannot see in a mirror.
At Afterglow, every new patient is encouraged to start with a VISIA analysis. It gives us — and you — an objective baseline to work from, and allows us to track real, measurable improvements over time.

Why It Matters

VISIA doesn’t just show you what your skin looks like — it shows you what’s coming. UV damage captured by VISIA may not be visible on the surface yet but will become pigmentation and aging in the years ahead. Catching it early means treating it early.
It also removes subjectivity from your treatment plan. Instead of guessing what’s working, we can compare your VISIA results over time and measure exactly how your skin is improving.

What Does VISIA Measure?

• Wrinkles - surface lines and depth
• Texture - surface irregularities and smoothness
• Pores - size and visibility
• UV spots - sun damage beneath the skin's surface before it becomes visible
• Brown spots - pigmentation and discoloration
• Red areas - redness, rosacea, broken capillaries
• Porphyrins - bacteria linked to acne

How It Works

The VISIA analysis takes approximately 15 minutes. You sit in front of the imaging system while a series of photos are taken with different lighting conditions. Results are reviewed with your provider immediately and used to inform your treatment recommendations.