03

Oct

Morpheus8 vs Scarlet RF and Agnes RF Treatments

For treatments utilizing microneedling with radio frequency (RF), our devices of choice are Scarlet RF Microneedling and Agnes RF Microneedling, which we selected over Morpheus8 because of increased safety, comfort, and customization for the targeted skin concern, as well as do...

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03

Oct

Benefits of SkinPen Microneedling for Acne Scars

Acne scars can last for months or even years. These stubborn marks are tough to treat with even a good skin care regimen. Fortunately, microneedling is a great way to fade acne scars. Microneedling works by creating miniscule and safe punctures in the skin, inducing colla...

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03

Oct

What’s the value in regular Ultherapy treatments?

Regular Ultherapy treatments were recently mentioned in Harper’s Bazaar. Which lead us to ask our anti-aging expert, Linda Behla, RN, “What’s the value in regular Ultherapy treatments? ” There’s no denying the passing of time – and that our skin ages. Ultherapy boost...

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03

Oct

Before After Photos

All photos shown are HVME patients using non-touched-up photos. Thank you to patients who have given us permission to use their photos to showcase our work. Juvederm Volux XCBefore and immediately after Volux XC “TrapTox” Agnes RF Microneedling, AgeJET...

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03

Oct

Countdown to the Holidays

Things are about to get busy! Mid-October through New Years - fundraisers, events, parties, lots of photos, family-get-togethers. You want to look your best and we do too! Each year, we get questions on the best times to schedule appointments for treatments so that optima...

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03

Oct

What’s New – Summer 2023

As summer wraps up, here’s a look back at the new products and services we’ve added since June. All products are available on our product order form. TREATMENT — Restylane Eyelight FDA-approved hyaluronic acid (HA) filler for the improvement of undereye hollows...

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03

Oct

Sculptra Aesthetic For Body Contouring

As well as adding volume throughout the entire face, Sculptra Aesthetic, a collagen bio-stimulator, can be used for body contouring. It is most widely used for the buttocks and hips but can also increase volume in other areas such as upper arms, chest, neck, hands, or kne...

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03

Oct

THE PERFECT DERMA PEEL RX AFTER-CARE

>>Return to main peels page>>Perfect Derma Peel RX Before and After photosThe Perfect Derma Peel RX treatment includes a take-home Patient Home Care Kit containing all the directions and products you’ll need to care for your skin and maximize your peel results. He...

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03

Oct

Skin Care Expert Linda Behla, RN Interviewed

It's not just our patients who turn to our founder and Director of Nursing, Linda Behla, RN, journalists also reach out for expert information to pass on to their readers. In the May issue of San Francisco Magazine, get the lowdown on skin care for summer and beyond, in t...

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03

Oct

2023 NEWBEAUTY Award Winners

We're proud to recommend these award-winning medical-grade products and esthetic treatments:>>MORE ABOUT Alastin Skincare’s A-Luminate Brightening SerumAvailable in-clinic, in our online Alastin store, or using our product order form. >>MORE ABOUT Bo...

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03

Oct

DiamondGlow Facial vs HydraFacial

DiamondGlow and HydraFacial are two of the most popular medical facials available today. Both treatments offer excellent skin care benefits such as deep hydration, exfoliation, and improved skin tone. The DiamondGlow Facial uses a combination of diamond tip exfoliatio...

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03

Oct

Definitions – Science of Esthetics

MedSpas are on the cutting-edge of science these days, which is funny, because our mission is to achieve incredible results without cutting! Our web site is filling with words like fibroblast and exosome. What does it mean – and more importantly, how does it help fulf...

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