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Botox, Dysport, Xeomin or Jeuvveau?

Botox & Dysport…What is it used for and what age should I start? It might seem hard to imagine there was ever a time before Botox, but it is actually newer than you probably think. Botulinum toxin A has only been used for cosmetic purposes since 1996. Over the course of its short history, Botox has become a household name. New applications have also been found for Botox in the cosmetic realm, from scalp injections to keep hair clean and styled longer, to foot injections to help avoid the pain associated with wearing high heels. Botox is used for treating areas of the face that are prone to developing lines and wrinkles from muscle activity. Botox will typically last about 3-4 months, depending on the person and their activity level. We find that people who workout a lot tend to need Botox / Dysport much sooner. Immediately after the injections you can expect small bumps in the area that the Botox / Dysport was injected. These small bumps will resolve in about 5-10 minutes as it is absorbed into the muscle. How long until it begins to work? Botox will usually start working in 8-10 days, where Dysport will begin working in 3-4 days. Xeomin and Jeuveau will typically take about a week to start working. We recommend waiting at least 2 weeks before you see your final results. Which one will last the longest? This is a very difficult question to answer, because there are many factors. Some men have very strong muscles and may need more botox than others. The more Botox, Dysport, Xeomin ect. that you put in, the longer it will typically last. When you only use a small amount of Botox, Dysport the results tend to not last as long. It is a very personal preference regarding how much Botox a person may want, and how much movement they want as well. Too much Botox or Dysport may tend to have a negative effect by causing the eye lids to become droopy. What age should I begin Botox or Dysport? This question should really be – How strong are the muscles? I have women in their 50’s who have never had Botox or Dysport and they have no wrinkles. I have women in their early 20’s already developing deep lines, so I goes to show age has nothing to do with it. I generally recommend around 30 being a good age to start with a small amount. Women doing Botox or Dsyport in their early 20’s as a means of prevention, I will recommend smaller doses at 6-9 months or even once a year.

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Science behind Facials

Hydrafacial / Glo Medspa

Have you ever wondered what are the actual benefits of a facial? Many people enjoy a facial because it is very relaxing and makes your skin glow. There are actually many benefits you can gain from having a facial or HydraFacial. If you think that facials are a waste of an hour (and money), think again! Because your skin is missing out on something that’s good for it. There are hundreds of pressure points on your face that are connected to various systems in your body. When these pressure points are massaged, your body will respond. A good facial massage not just keeps your skin glowing, but it also affects the functioning of the other organs. And since it is not possible for you to know all the pressure points, you need to visit a professional to get that facial massage. Facials help to thoroughly clean the face by unclogging the pores and exfoliating dead skin. Exfoliation is the process where the dead skin cells are gently sloughed off your skin’s surface. The cells die and tend to pile up on the surface (if not removed), making your skin rough and dry. While you can exfoliate your skin using a scrub at home, if you want to remove the dead skin cells properly, going for a facial is the best option. It involves using chemical peels that thoroughly clean the skin surface, revealing a healthy layer of skin beneath. Regular facials and face massages increases cell regeneration and promotes collagen. This gives you younger looking skin! With age, your skin loses its elasticity as the production of collagen diminishes. During facial treatments, the professionals use chemical peels, face packs, masks, lotions, and creams that are enriched with botanical extracts that stimulate the production of collagen and reduce the signs of aging. Even if you do not have blemishes, hyperpigmentation, severe acne, or any other problems, your face needs to be pampered by a trained professional to keep it healthy. How often should you have a facial? In an ideal world, a facial should be performed every 4-6 weeks to keep your skin looking fresh and remove old dead skin. HydraFacial uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate. HydraFacial super serums are made with nourishing ingredients that create an instantly gratifying glow. HydraFacial is a skin treatment available in medical spas and dermatology offices. It’s also sometimes called “hydradermabrasion” because it involves microdermabrasion-like exfoliation combined with hydrating serums. Known for its three-step process, the HydraFacial works to deep-clean, exfoliate, and hydrate your skin. This professional procedure may help treat a variety of skin conditions, including acne, dryness, and wrinkles. The noninvasive procedure is similar in principle to a regular facial you might get from a spa but is said to provide more dramatic results. This is achieved by a mechanized wand used on your skin to deeply clean and exfoliate while delivering serums customized to your skin type. If you’re curious about whether a HydraFacial is worth the hype, read on to learn more about the potential benefits, the possible side effects, and how it compares to similar treatments.

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Morpheus8 Skin Tightening

Morpheus / Glo Medspa

Morpheus8 is a revolutionary technology that goes beyond what was ever thought possible. Morpheus8 goes deep below the skin to help tighten the connective tissue, which is something no other treatment on the market can do. Microneedling only works on the top layer of skin, which makes it helpful for fine lines and wrinkle as well as reducing pores. Unfortunately microneedling does NOT tighten skin, as many estheticians will lead you to believe. Other devices that use microneedles and radio frequency do not have the same power that Morpheus8 has. In our practice, we have many client who see results even after the first treatment. Typically this Morpheus8 requires 3 sessions for optimal results, and you can even do more. Morpheus is safe on skin types up to and including VI with little risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) which is common with other resurfacing methods. Treatments are performed every 2 months to allow your ski to repair itself. Younger patients may do it every 30 days since their skin recovers at a faster rate.

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PDO Thread Lift

PDO Facial Threading / Glo Medspa

PDO Thread lifts have become a very popular procedure for lifting up sagging jowls and creating “Natural” volume from collagen production. We have been performing for over 4 years and were the first in Arizona to perform this procedure. Over the years our technique has changed and evolved to what we consider to be the best in all or Arizona. PDO threads can be very difficult to place unless you have performed many of them. Threads (sutures) are placed under the skin and anchor into the soft tissue to help lift the face and jowls. The threads slowly dissolve over the period of a year. The thread is placed in the hairline so that it is not visible and the end is cut off and slips under the skin. Lidocaine in injected under the skin where the insertion point will be as well as under the skin. The procedure takes about 45 minutes, and some times we like to also add a little filler to replace areas of bone and fat loss. This is a great procedure to help lift and tighten and still maintain a natural appearance.

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Glo Medspa Rated Highest in Arizona

Glo Medspa / Glo Medspa

Why is Glo medspa rated and reviewed as the top medspa in all of Arizona? For many reasons, such as there is ZERO sales pressure. We do not try and sell you stuff you do not need in order to make a few bucks. Our injectors do NOT work on commission, like many other places do. Why is this an important point? When injectors work on commission they will want to place as much product into your face as possible (or as much as your bank account will allow). If you do not have enough money, many places will want you to finance your cosmetic procedures. Glo Medspa always approaches cosmetic injections with a “Natural” appearance and no Duck Lips. We will always fix and touch up small things at no cost, where most places will charge you for touch ups. We offer a friendly environment and online scheduling. All of our staff is trained and up to date on all the latest procedures and attend conferences.

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TruSculptID rates higher than Coolsculpting!!

Body Contouring / Glo Medspa

TruSculptID is new technology that is gaining huge results in the noninvasive body contouring world. Coolsculpting is slowly becoming outdated with all the new technology hitting the market. TruSculpt used heat and radio frequency to permanently kill fat and tighten the skin at the same time, which is something Coolsculpting do not do. Unfortunatly Coolsculpting can cause nerve injury and damage, and will leave the area numb for a month or two. Trusculpt has no downtime and no signs of treatment. Coolsculpting can leave bruises, numbness, divots, and uneven areas on top of it being very painful after removing the applicator. TruSculpt treatment in ONLY 15 minutes!!! Coolsculpting is 30-45 min or even an hour. Results for both are seen in the same amount of time. truSculpt iD offers a unique and personalized approach to improve upper arm contouring and definition. Unlike other devices, there is no placement limitation, it is easy to set up, and fast to treat. Provide your patients improved freedom to open their arms and wear sleeveless shirts with confidence. Unique approach to treat skin with laxity Sculpt challenging areas Synchronized treatment zones No downtime

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HydraFacial – clean, extract and hydrate the skin

Hydrafacial / Glo Medspa

The Hydrafacial is an award-winning system that merges invigorating spa therapies with advanced medical technology to enhance skin health. The HydraFacial uses patented Vortex-Fusion® technology to cleanse, extract and hydrate. The HydraFacial helps uncover a new layer of skin with exfoliation and resurfacing. Remove debris from pores with painless suction, while you nourish with intense moisturizers that hydrate the skin. The facial treatments can be customized to each persons needs and skin types. HydraFacial Brightalive® Booster Serum is a super serum designed to brighten skin tone and lessen the appearance of discoloration for an instantly gratifying glow. You can also add red or blue light therapy to the treatment for added benefits. In cosmetics, LED light has several purported uses: Red light is for anti-aging and inflammation, blue light is for acne, and infrared light to tighten and firm the skin. … Red light stimulates collagen, and blue light kills an acne-causing bacteria called Propionibacterium acnes Another great therapy from the Hydrafacial machine is Lymphatic Enhancements. Removes toxic buildup to reveal healthy looking skin, helps detoxify the skin, decreases inflammation, removes unwanted buildup, and optimizes skin health

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Trusculpt ID kills fat in 15 Minutes and only 1 treatment

Body Contouring / Glo Medspa

TruSculpt ID is new technology for body contouring that blows away all others. What makes TruSculpt ID better than Coolsculpting?? TruSculpt ID is ONLY 15 minutes. TruSculpt leaves no signs of treatment and offers Zero downtime. TruSculpt can be used in areas that have small amounts of fat. TruSculpt leaves NO Divots or “Shark Bites” like Coolsculpting can. TruSculpt ID will kill fat AND tighten the skin at the same time!!! Coolsculpting does NOT tighten skin, so you would have to pay for different treatments to tighten the skin. TruSculpt can be used in small tight areas. Typically only 1 treatment is needed. Coolsculpting can leave the area numb with nerve irritation and possibly nerve damage. Coolsculpting can also leave behind “divots” where it kills the fat, unlike TruSculpt ID. After I had Coolsculpting I was in SEVERE PAIN while the area was warming back up. Coolsculpting left me with huge bruising on my sides, TruSculpt leaves NO marks. They both take the same amount of time to see results (12 weeks). Biggest difference is… Coolsculpting is OLD TECHNOLOGY (over 10 years), TruSculpt ID is NEW TECHNOLOGY. Would you use a cell phone from 10 years ago, or something new?

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Laser Hair Removal

Uncategorized / Glo Medspa

Laser hair removal is a great way to reduce and eliminate unwanted hair. Laser hair takes time and patience to see the desired results since hair grows in different cycles. After about 6 treatments you should be seeing the desired results you want, and then you only need to have maintenance once a year. Laser hair removal works best on darker hair since the laser targets darker hair. Before your treatment, you should not wax the area. When you wax the area it removes the hair and the treatment will not be effective. We recommend shaving the day you plan to have the treatment performed. We recommend not tanning for 2 weeks prior to your treatment as well, since the laser will have a difficult time distinguishing between the hair and the skin pigment. *burns can sometimes occur over areas where it is bony such as the ankle area.

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Juvederm and Fillers

Juvederm, Uncategorized / Glo Medspa

With so many different dermal fillers to help plump up the face, which one is right for you? Understanding what each “filler” is intended for helps you create a better idea of what to ask for and how much to budget. Each company makes a slightly different filler, but is still similar to others. A filler with a smaller molecule will typically be used in fine lines and wrinkles. Larger fillers, such as Voluma or Radiesse are used a lot in the mid-face area to help build up large areas. The mid-face can hold a large volume of filler, so don’t be shocked if you may need 3-4 syringes. I will typically use 1 syringe for a very soft and subtle look and 2-3 syringes for a more noticeable and drastic appearance. The most syringes I have used about 18 syringes for a full liquid facelift. In the lips a great filler is Juvederm Ultra or Ultra plus. Restylane is typically my last choice for injecting the lips due to it’s small molecular size. Generally people who are not proficient in lip augmentation like Restylane because it allows you more room for error. I have tried Voluma in the lips and not overly impressed. If you are ever in doubt…just have a few consultations with different people and go with the best.

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