Our Proprietary Phase-Out System with SHI CROSS
SHI CROSS is suitable for all skin types and ethnicities, making this approach to acne scar removal accessible to a broader range of patients seeking scar revision treatment.
Traditional TCA CROSS and phenol CROSS treatments may improve rolling, boxcar, and ice pick scars, but they can also cause hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, or prolonged erythema, particularly in patients with darker skin tones.
How our SHICROSS™ improves on TCA CROSS and traditional phenol CROSS
With individuals with darker skin particularly, there is an increased risk of hyperpigmentation following TCA CROSS treatment, Conversely, individuals with darker skin have an increased risk of hypopigmentation following phenol CROSS. Therefore, SHICROSS™ is superior for patients with darker skin types (above Fitzpatrick level III skin tone).
At the Scar Healing Institute, we use an optimized and thoroughly tested alternative to standard phenol formulas known as SHICROSS™ that differs from the TCA CROSS and phenol CROSS that is found in most clinics. Through our years of research and experience we have been able to develop a system of formulas and techniques that help minimize or entirely prevent the common issues associated with other CROSS treatments.
Many of our patients come to us after having experienced scar widening and/or hyperpigmentation due to TCA CROSS treatments received elsewhere. These patients are understandably hesitant but after undergoing our treatment are evidence that SHICROSS™ is far more effective than traditional CROSS techniques.
Meet Our Phase System
Other Helpful Skin Procedures
While our proprietary phase system is highly customizable and flexible for patients, we recognize that patients may benefit from other procedures as well. Explore these treatment options below and see if they may be right for you!
