Your face and hands are some of the first areas on your body to show the negative signs of age. As you get older, you will develop folds and creases around your mouth and nose. You will also lose volume in your hands. Fortunately, Radiesse can smooth your wrinkles and add volume to your hands. To learn more about this fantastic injectable product, contact us at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, Wisconsin.

Is Radiesse Good for Nasolabial Folds?

Nasolabial folds are wrinkles that run from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth. Although these wrinkles are very normal, they can make you look tired, sad, or upset. Radiesse is an excellent way to address nasolabial folds.

This injectable product will minimize the appearance of these wrinkles by adding volume to your face. Once you achieve the full benefits of your treatment, your skin will be smoother and your nasolabial folds will be less visible.

How Does This Dermal Filler Work?

This dermal filler is made of a gel that contains very small calcium-based microspheres. These microspheres are biocompatible, so you will not need allergy testing before your treatment. Once we administer the product into your target area, it will quickly add volume to your skin. This added volume will minimize the appearance of your wrinkles.

Over time, the microspheres in the product will encourage your body to make additional collagen. Collagen is a fibrous protein that gives your skin structure. By increasing your collagen levels, this dermal filler will make your skin look more youthful.

What Areas Can This Dermal Filler Treat?

As discussed above, this dermal filler is great at minimizing nasolabial folds that run between your mouth and nose. In addition to improving these lines, this filler can minimize the appearance of several other types of wrinkles and imperfections on your face.

For instance, this treatment is great at minimizing marionette lines that appear near the corners of your mouth. Further, this treatment can address sagging skin on your cheeks and jawline. We can also use this treatment to restore lost volume to your hands.

What Is the Injection Process Like?

Your appointment will be personalized to fit your goals, the severity of your wrinkles, and the areas that you want to improve. That said, this is a minimally invasive treatment that usually takes about twenty to forty minutes to administer.

To ensure that you are comfortable during the injection process, we will add a gentle anesthetic to your injectable solution. We will also give you ice packs to hold against your skin.

What Will My Recovery Process Be Like?

This dermal filler is sometimes called a lunch break treatment. Since your recovery time will be minimal, you can get your injections during your lunch break. You can drive yourself back to your office after your appointment is complete.

That said, you should follow a few easy rules for the next twenty-four hours. For instance, you should not massage your treatment area or wear makeup. Further, you should not expose your skin to strong sunlight or heat.

Is This Dermal Filler Safe?

The FDA has approved this dermal filler for the purpose of addressing moderate-to-severe facial wrinkles. It is also approved for the purpose of correcting volume loss on the back of the hands. We have extensive experience using this product, and we will administer your injections in a precise manner.

Am I a Suitable Candidate for This Dermal Filler?

If you are an adult who has aging hands or moderate-to-severe wrinkles on your face, you are likely to be a suitable candidate for this dermal filler. Further, if you have thicker skin, you are likely to have a good response to this treatment.

Although this is a minimally invasive treatment, it’s not right for everyone. If you have thin skin, we may advise you to use a different dermal filler. Further, you cannot use this treatment if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the product or if you have a history of severe allergies.

How Long Will My Results Last?

Since your treatment will be customized, your individual results will vary. That said, this dermal filler is likely to last for a longer period of time than many other injectable products. In fact, your improvements may last for up to fifteen months. To preserve the benefits of this product, you should eat a balanced diet, drink plenty of water, and wear a strong sunscreen when you go outside.

You can receive touch-up injections once the effects of your initial treatment begin to wear off. We will provide you with more details about your maintenance plan during your initial meeting with us.

Does This Dermal Filler Really Work?

This product is very effective. In a scientific study, ninety-eight percent of people who received this treatment in their hands had significant improvements after three months. Eighty-six percent of these people still had improvements after a year. Further, people who received Radiesse in clinical studies were more satisfied with their improvements than people who used other dermal fillers.

Try It for Yourself

You can rejuvenate your face and hands with Radiesse. This excellent dermal filler usually takes less than an hour to administer, and your results may last for over a year. To learn more about this amazing injectable product, contact us at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, Wisconsin for an initial consultation today.

Over time, we may grow less fond of our body art and may consider making a change. While the idea of tattoos is that they are permanent additions to your skin, we’ve learned new ways of making them disappear. There are several ways to go through the tattoo removal process, but which one stands out? A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI excels at tattoo removal, so visit us and let us educate you on some of the pros and cons of various tattoo removal techniques.

What Is Tattoo Removal?

The idea of removing tattoos has been around a long time, about the same time that tattoos have been around. In that time, various means have been applied for removing body ink. As time has gone on, our tools have only improved, making the process of removing permanent tattoos all the more effective. There are now four main ways a tattoo can be permanently removed.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion is a method that involves the actual removal of the inked area. By using a special tool, the top layers of skin that contain all of the ink particles are taken off. After all inked layers are removed, the tattoo is completely gone.

The process is basic, but it may take a few sessions to remove the extra layers of ink if the tattoos are particularly complex or deep. Upon completion of this mild procedure, hygiene is a priority, as you will need to clean and disinfect the affected area often.

Chemical Peels

Another tattoo removal process that many people have considered is using a special acid that allows for the inked area to be broken down until it’s depleted. The chemical is known as Trichloroacetic acid, or TCA. It’s a mild acid that is typically used as a chemical peel that removes the top layers of skin but has in the past also been used for the removal of unwanted tattoos. Just like with dermabrasion, the area that was treated requires mild care with soap and water until completely healed.

Removal via Excision

Are you someone who wants your tattoo removed in a timely fashion? A minor procedure is an option to quickly remove any trace of ink within your skin. Typically, this process is reserved for more minor tattoos in smaller sizes as larger tattoo removal using this method isn’t as practical. This process of removing tattoos isn’t as commonly used as others, but it is a potential possibility. Just like the others, this one requires you to take care of the location of the procedure.

Laser Removal

Perhaps the most commonly used method of removing unwanted tattoos, and the one you’ve likely heard about in the past, is laser removal. A laser simply breaks down the ink particles, allowing them to be removed naturally by your body. The laser, instead of breaking through the skin, applies a reasonable amount of pressure-inducing energy to the tattooed area in order to break down the ink particles.

Your immune system, which is programmed to handle small particles of foreign substances by flushing them out of your body, will do the rest of the work. While it typically takes multiple sessions to fully remove a tattoo, it’s also the least intrusive and most effective way to remove ink particles.

What Is the Most Effective Way to Remove Tattoos?

Laser removal is by far the most often used method of tattoo removal and there’s a valid reason for that. It’s considered the most successful way to remove tattoos and is also minimally invasive and non-surgical. Your laser removal session won’t take long at all, but you will probably need multiple sessions to fully remove the embedded ink, depending on a few different variables:

• Size of tattoo
• Type of ink used in tattoo
• Location of tattoo
• Your own health and lifestyle

If you’ve previously attempted to remove the tattoo via laser or some other means, we still may be able to help you fully remove what’s left. Just stop by our office and we’ll be happy to take a look and see what we can do to help you.

The Pros of Laser Removal

Minimal to No Scarring

Other methods to remove tattoos often leave behind minor scars from the procedure. Since laser removal is minimally invasive and non-surgical, you won’t experience much scarring — if any at all. The laser itself is designed to have minimal impact on your skin cells, not leaving behind much trace that any procedure was ever done.

It’s Completely Safe

While the potential for danger is really low with most methods of removing a tattoo, it’s essentially non-existent with laser removal. Those who have undergone laser removal note that the process requires minimum care and that recovery is fast.

Can Remove Entire Tattoos

Laser removal is very effective at removing either specific areas or entire regions where tattoos have covered. It does so with great precision, allowing for efficiently focused beams to completely remove any ink. Whether it’s a small tattoo or a large one, the laser removes the tattoo with great sufficiency.

Visit A Younger You to Get Your Tattoo Removed

Are you looking to have your tattoo removed? Our team is qualified to remove any size or complexity of tattoos. Visit A Younger You in Burlington, WI to have a consultation to see if laser tattoo removal is right for you.

Have you spent tireless hours sifting through a plethora of skincare products only to be disappointed by the results? We have a product to fit your needs and go beyond your expectations! At A Younger You in Burlington, Wisconsin, our spa and skincare center offer a great non-invasive treatment know as a HydraFacial to rejuvenate your skin and have you look glowing and radiant!

How a Hydrafacial Works: The Five-Step Process

Let’s delve into the process of how a hydrafacial will truly give you your best complexion and softest skin. Thankfully, the process of becoming the new you with treatment is painless and fast-acting. You’ll be walking out of the building feeling like a brand new you after a few simple steps of treatment have been enacted. Just so you know, it’s important before treatment to wash the area being treated and remove any makeup.

Step 1: Vortex-Exfoliation™

To begin your treatment, we use Activ- 4™ serum to provide vortex exfoliation. When this serum is rubbed into the face, it removes dead skin cells from the skin to cleanse the skin and prepare it for the next phases of treatment. This process makes it possible for the next phases of hydrafacial treatment to be used on the newest clean layer of skin.

Step 2: Vortex-Peel™

After vortex exfoliation on the skin has been completed, a vortex peel is used. Glycolic and salicylic acids are mixed together to form a substance known as Glysal™ serum. The glysal serum is then applied all over the face to treat and rejuvenate the skin. After the glysal reacts to the skin, the dead skin is then peeled off to show the baby-soft skin underneath. The best part is a vortex peel treatment prevents scarring to the skin while providing the traditional benefits of a chemical peel.

Step 3: Vortex-Extraction™

During this process, Beta-HD™ serum is used with vortex suction to extract deeply embedded dirt and grime as well as remove any sort of bacteria from the pores. This provides the chance for clients’ clogged pores to open and breathe.

Step 4: Vortex-Fusion™

For the next process known as vortex fusion, Antiox+™ serum utilizes peptides, antioxidants, and hyaluronic acid to nourish, protect, and hydrate the client’s skin.

Step 5: Protect and Extend

For the final step of treatment, we encourage the client to used quality skin-care products at home following the treatment process to experience the maximum benefits of treatment.

If you have questions, contact A Younger You Medical Spa for professional and direct answers. Please contact us at our Burlington location for more information!

What Makes This Treatment Worth While?

Unlike other skincare routines and treatments, a hydrafacial provides clients will a full range of benefits, not just one or two. Overall, the skin will be heightened and tightened to give clients an ageless glow in under thirty minutes!  Once treatment is complete, clients can say goodbye to wrinkles, oily skin, enlarged, infected, or clogged pores, fine lines, discoloration, and acne.

There Are Many Benefits

1. It Extracts and Hydrates

Growth factors are a protein vital to maintaining cellular growth that keeps the skin young and refreshed. Hydrafacials use growth factors suction to extract grime from the pores of a client and hydrate the skin. This process makes fine lines and wrinkles less prevalent.

2. It Fuses and Protects

Dermabuilder is used within the hydrafacial process to condition and cleanse the skin’s surface with antioxidants and peptides to promote a radiant complexion.

3. It Cleanses and Peels

This treatment makes use of the formula Britenol to exfoliate the skin gently with bearberry extract and Vitamin C, which fade dark spots and brighten the skin. Once the exfoliation is complete, a new layer of skin is birthed. Britenolis is clinically proven to provide clients with a youthful and radiant complexion after treatment.

This Treatment is Ideal for Those With Sensitive Skin

As opposed to other skin treatment options like microdermabrasion that are not recommended to those with sensitive skin, a hydrafacial is fine. In fact, we actually recommend this treatment to those with thin skin, rosacea, and sensitive skin. We provide clients with a service that cleanses, extracts pores, exfoliates, and hydrates the skin as gently as possible. When you’re ready to walk out of the spa door, you can feel confident in knowing that our team will have you looking your greatest and feeling your best!

What Areas of the Body Can Use This Treatment?

Most often, this treatment is used on the forehead, cheeks, chin, upper and lower lips, under eyes, the sides of eyes, etc. However, even though treatment is most often used on the face, it can also be used on the back shoulders and arms to treat body acne and other skin conditions.

Can This Treatment Be Used by Everyone?

Yes! This treatment can be used by any and every person and skin type! We even recommend this treatment to those with sensitive skin. A hydrafacial is for any individual who has fine lines and wrinkles, oily and congested skin, brown spots, enlarged pores, discoloration, and elasticity and firmness issues.

What Results Should I Expect?

Once treatment is complete, you should expect to see immediate results. Any fine lines, wrinkles, acne, or age spots should be faded drastically. Your skin will also feel tighter to the touch and brighter to the eye. After treatment is complete, you can get back to your life as normal and even apply your makeup again on the treated area.

How Many Treatments Are Needed?

This treatment has immediate results. Once you have completed your first treatment, you should see a noticeable difference. These results should last for five to seven days. To achieve longer-lasting results, we recommend our clients keep future treatments four weeks apart.

Book your appointment and consultation at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, Wisconsin today! We are currently offering virtual consultations as a courtesy to those who want it. Hope to see you soon.

Do you have stubborn fat on your abdomen or flanks that you can’t get rid of with diet and exercise? If you are finding it difficult to remove those last deposits of fat, CoolSculpting can freeze fat cells and eliminate them from your body. The treatment is safe and can be performed quickly. If you have questions about CoolSculpting, contact A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI for more information.

About CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting is a body sculpting treatment designed to eliminate unwanted deposits of fat. The treatment was developed by Allergan and is FDA-cleared for treating parts of the body where stubborn fat tends to form. The treatment involves no invasive surgery, liposuction, or anesthetic to achieve fat elimination results of 20 to 25% per session. CoolSculpting is painless and helps patients eliminate fat that is impossible to remove with diet and exercise alone.

How Does CoolSculpting Freeze Fat Away?

CoolSculpting can freeze fat cells from the body through a process called Cryolipolysis. Dermatologist Richard Rox Anderson discovered the process of Cryolipolysis for fat elimination, and Allergan developed CoolSculpting from his research. A handheld device developed by Allergan is used to administer CoolSculpting by a specialist or dermatologist. The device applies suction to pull the fat into the head and freezes fat cells from the target area for elimination without harming tissue and skin.

After CoolSculpting, the frozen fat cells are gradually removed from the body through the lymphatic system. A lymphatic drain massage may stimulate the process, but most patients will not notice the fat elimination process as they go about their daily lives. The destroyed fat cells are eliminated from the body as waste in the weeks following a CoolSculpting session. This helps the treatment appear as if the results are natural because the fat loss is not sudden like liposuction.

What Parts of the Body Can Be Treated?

CoolSculpting is FDA cleared to freeze fat cells for safe removal from nine areas of the body. The treatment device uses a variety of applicators to treat each area of the body with precision. CoolSculpting is safe enough to be used on the neck and chin to remove submental fat.

The abdomen, lower back, flanks, and bra strap area can all be treated. The upper arms, inner thighs, outer thighs, and fat deposited below the buttocks can be removed with CoolSculpting. CoolSculpting can eliminate up to 25% of fat cells from a treated area in a single session.

How Long Does a Session Take?

A single CoolSculpting session takes approximately 35 minutes to complete. Patients may want to have several areas of the body treated in one session, which may take longer than one hour. The treatment may require more than a single session, with most patients being finished after only two sessions. Sessions are spaced 30 to 60 days apart for those needing more than a single session. Patients will need to wait approximately one to three months to see results, and the results may continue to improve for six months.

Is the Treatment Permanent?

CoolSculpting can be a life-long treatment solution for fat removal. The fat cells that are eliminated during treatment do not recover if patients continue to live a healthy lifestyle with proper diet and exercise. If patients gain weight after CoolSculpting, fat will grow in areas of the body that have not been treated. Treated areas will be mostly unaffected because minimal fat cells are left after CoolSculpting.

Is CoolSculpting Safe?

CoolSculpting has earned FDA clearance for the safe treatment of many parts of the body. The treatment does not require any anesthetic, surgery, or liposuction. Patients will not encounter pain or discomfort during or after the treatment. Most patients only feel the suction from the device and a tingling sensation followed by some numbness. The treatment will not cause any scarring and will not harm the tissue or skin surrounding the fat. Patients can pass the time with a mobile device or book during their treatment.

Recovery after the treatment is minimal, and patients can return to their normal activities and work immediately after treatment. Many patients are able to plan their sessions during their lunch break and return to work immediately after the session.

Who Is an Ideal Candidate?

Patients in good health can enjoy CoolSculpting, regardless of age, gender, or skin tone. The treatment is not recommended for weight loss or as an obesity treatment but can eliminate unwanted deposits of fat in patients who are close to their ideal weight.

CoolSculpting is not recommended for patients who are pregnant or nursing. At our Burlington Medical Spa, we ensure that CoolSculpting will be safe for each patient through our consultation. During the consultation, our doctor will evaluate patients based on their medical history and current health. Patients who have active infections, allergies, recent surgery, or a pre-existing hernia may not be recommended to receive treatment. The treatment is also not recommended for patients with cold-sensitive conditions.

Freeze Fat Off Your Body With CoolSculpting

If you are ready for long-lasting fat elimination results with CoolSculpting, visit A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI today for a consultation. CoolSculpting is a non-surgical and non-invasive body sculpting technology that eliminates fat painlessly. Patients will enjoy natural-looking results in just a few quick treatment sessions with no recovery time.

Do you struggle with diet and exercise to remove those last pockets of stubborn fat around your jawline or flanks? Some fat can be difficult to remove with diet and exercise alone. CoolSculpting is a body sculpting treatment that can help you eliminate those last pockets of fat after a weight loss transformation. If you need more information about CoolSculpting, contact A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI with your questions.

Body Sculpting FAQs:

What Is Body Sculpting With CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is an FDA cleared body sculpting treatment developed by Allergan. The treatment uses Cryolipolysis to freeze fat cells without invasive surgical procedures and eliminate fat in the target area without harming the surrounding tissue. The treatment is administered by a doctor using the handheld CoolSculpting device. Patients can lose stubborn fat from a variety of areas without the need for intense dieting and exercise routines.

What Are the Right Areas for CoolSculpting?

CoolSculpting is an excellent solution for removing stubborn deposits of fat on the abdomen, flanks, hips, thighs, back, bra area, buttocks, upper arms, and submental fat under the jawline. The treatment targets the fat without damaging the surrounding skin or tissue.

Who Is an Ideal CoolSculpting Patient?

Patients of all ages, gender, and skin types can enjoy the benefits of CoolSculpting. Patients should be healthy and close to their ideal body weight before the treatment.

Can CoolSculpting Help Me Lose Inches From My Waist?

CoolSculpting patients often notice that their clothes fit better and may be able to choose smaller sized pants or dresses next time they shop for clothing. Patients can lose a few inches from their waistline with treatment.

How Are the Frozen Fat Cells Removed?

When the fat cells are frozen through the process of Cryolipolysis during a CoolSculpting treatment, the cells are destroyed. The body naturally disposes of the fat cells as waste in the months following the treatment, and this will not have an impact on your daily life.

How Long Does Treatment Take?

A single CoolSculpting session lasts only 35 minutes to one hour depending on the size of the area being treated. It is easy to fit CoolSculpting in your busy day, as there is no downtime after the treatment session.

How Many Sessions Are Needed?

The typical patient requires only one or two sessions to reach their desired goal. A single CoolSculpting session can provide patients with a 20% to 25% reduction in fat from the treatment area. During your consultation, a specialist can give you an idea of how many sessions you might need.

When Will I See Results?

You will see the results take shape as the destroyed fat cells are eliminated from the body. Patients generally see noticeable results during the first three months after their treatment session, and the results continue to improve up until the sixth month. This makes the results of CoolSculpting appear more natural than other treatments that promise sudden results.

Is It Permanent?

Body sculpting results from CoolSculpting can be long-lasting. The fat cells that are destroyed are removed from the body and will not regenerate. The areas surrounding the treatment area can still store fat, however, so it is best to keep your ideal weight after treatment and practice healthy habits.

Will I Need to Lose Weight?

Some patients may be required to lose weight before the treatment. Losing weight can enhance the results of the treatment, so it is a good idea to live a healthy lifestyle before and after treatment. Patients will need to be close to their body weight goal and remain within 10 pounds of that weight from their consultation to their treatment date.

Can I Get Pregnant After CoolSculpting?

While it is safe to get pregnant after a CoolSculpting treatment, the results of the treatment will most likely be lost as pregnancy causes weight gain. If you are considering getting pregnant, you may want to wait until after childbirth to have your CoolSculpting treatment.

How Long Does Recovery Take?

CoolSculpting does not involve downtime or recovery. Many patients return to their work or everyday routine immediately after a treatment session without any significant changes. The treatment is fully completed in our Burlington Medical Spa without any hospitalization or overnight supervision.

Is It Painful?

CoolSculpting is painless, with most patients only noting mild numbness. Clinical studies have proven the technology for safe and effective treatment. The treatment is cleared by the FDA for safe treatment of a variety of areas where stubborn fat tends to be deposited.

How Much Does It Cost?

CoolSculpting prices can vary depending on the goals you intend to reach. Contact our Medical Spa for more details on pricing and how we can work with your budget. CoolSculpting is generally not covered by health insurance plans because it is a cosmetic procedure, so we recommend patients check with their health insurance provider for more details.

Who Is CoolSculpting Not Recommended for?

The treatment is not meant for significant weight loss or the treatment of obesity. CoolSculpting is not recommended for women who are pregnant or nursing. During the consultation, inform the doctor if you have any conditions involving sensitivity to cold, such as cryoglobulinemia.

Are You Ready to Try CoolSculpting?

If you think that CoolSculpting may be the right fat elimination treatment for you, visit A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI for an initial consultation. We offer a variety of safe and effective aesthetic treatments to improve your appearance and confidence.

HydraFacial is the only hydradermabrasion treatment method that cleanses and exfoliates your skin, extracts irritants from your pores and provides hydration and antioxidant protection in the same treatment. The result is clearer, brighter, younger-looking skin with absolutely no discomfort or downtime. At A Younger You in Burlington, WI, we have found that this is one of our most popular skincare treatments. One of the most frequently asked questions we get about this life-changing treatment is how should I prepare beforehand?

How Should I Prepare for a HydraFacial?

Six Months Before Treatment

Six months before your scheduled HydraFacial, stop using any products containing Isotretinoin, such as Accutane. If you feel that you can’t stop using such products for six months, mention that during your initial consultation. Depending on your circumstances, we may be able to make an exception for you.

Two Weeks Before Treatment

Two weeks before your scheduled HydraFacial, refrain from receiving any laser treatments. You should also avoid scheduling any medium or deep chemical peels or dermal fillers during this time.

One Week Before Treatment

While you can’t schedule dermal fillers within two weeks of your scheduled hydradermabrasion, you can schedule Botox within eight days of your hydradermabrasion treatment. It’s important to note that you can schedule Botox on the same day as your hydradermabrasion; it just has to be performed after the hydradermabrasion.

Five Days Before Treatment

Three to five days before your treatment, start your hydropeptide or PCA SKIN skincare regimen. During your initial consultation, we will discuss your aesthetic goals and develop a customized skincare routine for you to follow which will allow you to reach your goals. Regardless of your personal goals, you must be sure to include a sun protectant of some variety.

Three Days Before Treatment

For the 72 hours prior to your treatment, refrain from excessive unprotected exposure to the sun. If you are outside during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM, be sure that you are wearing a broad spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 35. If you have fairer skin, you may need UVA and UVB ray protection of at least 55. Similarly, you should avoid tanning beds during this time.

Two Days Before Treatment

Two days before your treatment, do not use any over-the-counter acne medications, such as salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Refrain from waxing and using depilatories. You should also refrain from any type of exfoliating treatments, like those containing active enzymes or glycolic acids. Finally, do not use any topical product containing tretinoin, such as Retin-A, for at least 48 hours before your treatment session.

The Day of Treatment

We strongly recommend that men do not shave on the day of treatment. However, if you feel you must shave, make sure you do not shave within three to four hours of your appointment. On the day of your scheduled session, we strongly recommend bringing in any medications you take regularly.

Before your treatment, your provider will need a list of all medications you are taking, including dosages and any changes to your medical history. Finally, you should only cleanse your face with a pre-approved cleanser. Some cleansers can irritate your skin after treatment.

What To Do Before HydraFacial?

One Day After Treatment

For the first 24 hours after your treatment, avoid heat. Take a lukewarm shower or bath rather than a steaming hot one. Do not perform intense cardio or go for a personal best deadlifting. You must also refrain from unwinding in a sauna. Finally, if possible, do not apply makeup on the day of your treatment.

Two Days After Treatment

During the first 48 hours after your treatment session, you should still be avoiding the use of any product containing tretinoin. You must also refrain from any type of exfoliating treatment, waxing and using depilatories during this period. Finally, do not use any over-the-counter acne medications for the first two days after treatment.

Three Days After Treatment

For the first three to five days after your HydraFacial, it is particularly important that you protect your skin from sun damage. This treatment gently removes the top layers of dead skin cells. This exposes a layer of fresh, healthy skin cells that are more vulnerable than the older skin you’ve had removed.

During your initial consultation, we will evaluate your skin tone based on the Fitzpatrick scale to determine what level of protection you will need after treatment. Limit the amount of time your face is exposed to the sun during the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM and avoid tanning beds for the first 72 hours after treatment.

Am I a Good Candidate for This Treatment?

One of the most incredible things about this method of hydradermabrasion is that it’s safe for all skin tones and skin types. Therefore, there is an excellent chance that you are a good candidate. This type of treatment is also completely customizable. In other words, you could opt for anti-aging boosters and serums before your 30-year college reunion or focus on hydration during the brisk Burlington winter.

How Do I Know It Is Right for Me?

To determine if this is the right treatment to help you achieve your aesthetic goals, visit A Younger You in Burlington, WI for an initial consultation. In the meantime, write down your aesthetic goals and see how they align with the benefits of a HydraFacial:

• Opened pores
• Smaller pores
• Brighter skin
• More even skin tone
• Improved skin texture
• No redness or irritation
• More hydrated skin

 

Schedule Your Initial Consultation Today

Preparing for a HydraFacial is pretty straightforward. Protect your skin from sun damage and avoid heat, waxing and certain medications and nutritional supplements. If you’d like to discover how this treatment could benefit you, contact the professional skincare experts at A Younger You in Burlington, WI today to schedule your initial consultation. We will review your aesthetic goals and create a tailored treatment plan to help you reach them.

Ultherapy is an innovative non-surgical “facelift” which tightens lax skin around the neck, chin and brow. If you’re disappointed by the signs of aging on your face, but you’re not ready to commit to an invasive medical procedure, Ultherapy may be the ideal solution for you. At A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI, we want to help our clients achieve their ideal aesthetic without the need for downtime. Today, we answer some of your most commonly asked questions about this treatment, including how often you should receive “touch-up” treatments.

What Is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is the only FDA-approved non-invasive treatment to lift the skin on the brow, chin and neck. It is also safe and effective for eliminating fine lines and moderate-to-severe wrinkles on the decolletage. Through the use of extremely precise ultrasound, this treatment lifts and tightens loose skin slowly over time. In the meantime, there is no downtime or recovery. You can go straight back to your daily routine.

How Does It Differ From Alternatives?

This non-invasive cosmetic treatment stimulates your body’s natural production of collagen deep beneath the surface of your skin through micro-focused ultrasound technology. Because it takes time for your body to develop new, strong collagen, it usually takes between two and three months to see the results of treatment. However, it can take up to six months to see the results of your treatment depending on your unique circumstances.

Besides the dramatic results of treatment and lack of downtime, the use of ultrasound technology really helps this treatment rise above its competition. In fact, it is the only anti-aging treatment to use ultrasound imaging. This allows your physician to see the actual layers of tissue which need to be targeted during treatment. It guarantees that the energy is targeted precisely to where it is most needed.

How Does It Differ From Laser Treatments in Particular?

This treatment differs from laser treatments in many ways. Primarily, it uses sound energy rather than light energy. The most significant benefit of this is it can penetrate the deepest layers of your skin. Contrastingly, laser therapy cannot penetrate your deepest skin layers. Laser treatments are not FDA-approved to lift skin, and the results will never be as dramatic as those received during ultrasound treatment.

The second most significant benefit of this treatment over laser treatment is that it is safe and effective for all skin types. Laser technology has come a long way over the past several years. The wavelength of the laser light can be more precisely fine-tuned to safely treat different types of skin on the Fitzpatrick scale. But it still has a long way to go to be universally safe.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

Nearly all of our clients need only one treatment to achieve their desired results. It may be possible that you need a second treatment before your body builds enough collagen to lift and tighten your skin to achieve your desired youthful aesthetic.

How Often Should I Receive Treatment?

The results of treatment can last up to two years. However, we strongly recommend our clients come in nine months after their initial treatment to evaluate the results.

Usually, we recommend receiving a maintenance treatment every year. This ensures your body has enough time to produce new, healthy collagen and elastin before the original results have worn off. If you have significant volume loss in your face, particularly your cheeks, you may need a maintenance treatment every six months. Volume loss is most often caused by drastic weight loss and drastically reduced collagen production.

What Can I Expect During Treatment?

Each treatment will take between 30 and 90 minutes depending on the size of the area being treated. However, there is never any downtime associated with this treatment. While nearly all laser treatments can be uncomfortable, Ultherapy is not uncomfortable at all.

You may feel a slight warmth beneath your skin’s surface as your body’s collagen production is being stimulated. But a topical numbing cream is applied before your treatment so you feel no pain or discomfort as the sound energy penetrates your skin in the right location to the precise depth.

Am I a Good Candidate for This Treatment?

The best candidate for this treatment is bothered by the degree of laxity in the skin on their face, neck or chest. He or she may also seek to add volume to hollow cheeks. As a general rule of thumb, the best candidate for this treatment is at least 30 years of age and suffers from mild-to-moderate skin laxity.

However, you may still be a good candidate for this treatment if your skin is fairly healthy but you want to stay ahead of the game. It may be used to replace a facelift or extend the time required before a maintenance facelift. During your initial consultation, we will help you determine if this is the best anti-aging treatment to achieve your aesthetic goals.

What Complementary Treatments Will Help Me Reach My Aesthetic Goals?

Injectables make an excellent complement to Ultherapy. BOTOX® is a neuromodulator featuring a derivative of botulinum toxin. It helps to smooth wrinkles, lines and folds caused by hyperactive facial muscles. In the face, it is most often used to treat crow’s feet, frown lines and smile lines.

If you need a little extra help with volume loss, dermal fillers are a great choice. Restylane is a hyaluronic acid filler that stimulates your body’s natural collagen production process to plump up your lips, contour your cheeks and fill in deep facial folds quickly, safely and effectively.

Learn More Today

You don’t need to undergo an invasive medical procedure to shave years off your face. Ultherapy may be an essential part of your anti-aging skincare routine. To schedule your initial consultation, contact the dedicated beauty professionals at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI today. We will customize a treatment plan to help you achieve all your aesthetic goals. Call the experts at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI now. We can’t wait to meet you and help you achieve your ideal aesthetic.

Do you have dry skin or maybe peach fuzz that is making your skin look dull? A facial treatment like dermaplaning can eliminate dead skin and tiny hairs and leave your skin glowing and youthful. If you are wondering which treatment is right for you, call A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI for a consultation today. We will help you find the best treatment to get young and healthy skin.

What Is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is an exfoliating skin treatment that does not require any harsh chemicals. A dermaplane treatment removes tiny hairs and dead skin cells from the outermost layers of skin to give your skin a chance to restore itself. The treatment can help with acne scars and dark areas on the face. Dull and uneven textured skin and fine hairs, in particular, can benefit greatly from treatment.

The treatment works to smooth skin in the following areas:

• Chin
• Cheeks
• Forehead
• Neck
• Nose

 

Who Is a Good Dermaplane Candidate?

A dermaplaning treatment is good for all ages and skin types. Both men and women can benefit from treatment. The treatment is an excellent alternative to lasers and chemicals which some people may not want to come in contact with. Pregnant and nursing mothers can incorporate treatment into their skincare routine without the worry of chemicals.

A dermaplaning treatment is not recommended for those with acne. Patients should always take the recommendation of a specialist into account before choosing any treatment.

What Are the Benefits?

This treatment provides some of the best exfoliation you can get, gently removing the dead skin cells and tiny hairs from your face. Tiny hairs, sometimes called “peach fuzz”, may not seem like an issue, but they can make your face appear dull and rough. This treatment gives you smooth skin and eliminates peach fuzz like no other treatment. The smooth skin will allow moisturizers to absorb into your skin better and makes putting on makeup easier.

Treatment can provide the following benefits:

• Smooth skin
• Reduction in acne scars and dark spots
• Even skin texture
• Better absorption of skincare products
• Fresh and glowing skin
• No hairs to trap debris and oil

There is no downtime or healing time associated with dermaplane treatments. Some other treatments can have a healing time after the treatment where you won’t be able to continue your normal routine right away. With a dermaplane treatment, you can get back to work or your normal routine without skipping a beat. Just be sure to take care of your newly repaired skin.

Safe and Quick Treatment

Dermaplaning is safe and uses no chemicals or lasers. It is a recommended treatment for those with sensitivities to chemicals or laser treatments. It can also be a safe alternative for pregnant and nursing mothers who cannot risk chemical treatments.

The treatment usually takes only 30 minutes, so it can be done during a lunch break or whenever you have a bit of free time. You can also have a dermaplane treatment before other treatments to enhance the absorption and effectiveness of skincare products.

What to Expect

When you make an appointment with A Younger You Medical Spa, you will first consult with a specialist. The specialist will help you identify your goals and what treatment is best for you. The treatment is conducted by a nurse or specialist using a surgical scalpel. The scalpel is used to remove the dead skin, dry skin, and tiny hairs from your face and so remove those patches of unevenness, blemishes, and dull skin you dislike.

The scalpel does not go deep into the skin, and our specialist will hold your skin so there is no risk of cutting. The point of the treatment is to remove the dead skin cells so your skin will repair itself. The fresh new skin cells have a young and healthy look that will make your skin radiant. With the tiny hairs and imperfections removed, your skin will be more smooth and able to keep debris and oils from forming.

What Should You Do After Dermaplaning?

After a dermaplane treatment, there is no healing or downtime period. The removal of the dead skin cells will not cause significant damage, and your skin will heal quickly. It is best to follow general skincare habits after the treatment to keep your fresh skin from getting damaged. Be sure to clean and hydrate the skin. The skin should also be protected from direct sun exposure by coverage and sunscreen that prevents UVA and UVB rays from damaging the skin.

How Long Does It Last?

The time between treatments can vary based on your skin type. The smooth and glowing look of the skin will last while the skin regrows and is new. As the skin becomes damaged, it slowly becomes dull and you lose smoothness and glow. For most patients, a monthly treatment is optimal as the results will last for about three to four weeks.

Can Dermaplane Treatment Be Combined With Other Treatments?

Dermaplaning is an effective way of exfoliating the skin and removes dead skin cells that may be blocking skincare products. After treatment, the skin can more easily absorb nutrients, moisturizers, essential oils and other ingredients used in traditional facials. The treatment can be used before a facial to greatly enhance the effectiveness of the facial, leaving your skin smoother and more glowing than a traditional facial alone. The treatment can even be used before a chemical peel or HydraFacial to yield better results.

We also offer a hydrating mask after a dermaplane treatment. The skin is already exfoliated, and the hairs that trap debris and oils have been removed, so using a hydrating mask after a dermaplane treatment allows the hydration to penetrate the skin to nourish and moisturize.

Book a Consultation Today

If you are ready to enjoy all the benefits of a dermaplane treatment, contact A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, WI for a consultation. We would be happy to recommend a skincare treatment that will give you youthful and radiant skin.

Long, full eyelashes give your face a more open, youthful and expressive appearance. If you’re looking for a more natural-looking alternative to false eyelashes, treat your eyelashes with Latisse® at A Younger You Medical Spa Burlington, Wisconsin.

What Is Latisse®?

Latisse® is the only FDA-approved treatment for thinning eyelashes and is available only by prescription. The medical professionals at A Younger You Medical Spa, with locations in Burlington and Brookfield, Wisconsin, are experienced in the use of Latisse® and can help you achieve the dramatic eyelashes you’ve been longing for.

The active ingredient in Latisse®, bimatoprost, was originally formulated by major pharmaceutical manufacturer Allergan as a prescription treatment to lower the elevated intraocular pressure associated with glaucoma. It was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2001. Patients and health care providers noticed that thicker, fuller lashes were an interesting side effect and an unexpected benefit of treatment with bimatoprost.

Further clinical studies with more than 300 participants showed that 78% of participants experienced

• 25% increase in eyelash length
• 106% increase in eyelash thickness
• 18% increase in eyelash darkness

Following these studies, the FDA approved Latisse® for the treatment of thinning eyelashes in 2008. Its efficacy has made it a popular product, and it is now estimated that someone buys a package of Latisse® every 30 seconds.

How Does Latisse® Work?

Latisse® is a prostaglandin analogue called bimatoprost. Prostoglandins are compounds that occur naturally in the body and, among their many functions, they seem to have a role in signaling hair follicles to grow.

Left to themselves, hair follicles cycle through phases of active growth when the hair sprouts and grows longer and phases of rest when the hair eventually falls out. You may have up to 200 eyelash follicles in your eyelid, of which about 90 percent will be in the growth phase at one time.

While researchers have still not completely unraveled the biochemical processes involved, Latisse® seems to both prolong the growth phase (called the anagen phase) and increase the number of follicles in the growth phase at the same time. The result? You will have more lashes growing, and they’ll be growing longer and thicker.

Is Latisse® Treatment for You?

Your medical professional will want to ensure that you are in good health before prescribing Latisse® treatment. You may be asked:

• Do you have conjunctivitis, a stye, or an active eye infection?
• Are you at risk for macular edema?
• Are you at risk for or under treatment for glaucoma?
• Are you pregnant or nursing?
• Do you have irritation or allergies around the eyes?
• Have you had shingles around your eyes?
• Do you have a history of sensitivity to bimatoprost?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may need to delay treatment or consider alternatives to treatment with Latisse®.

Generally, most healthy people who want a proven, FDA-approved treatment for eyelash loss can safely use Latisse®. Even people who have experienced eyelash loss due to chemotherapy, alopecia, or other medical conditions may be able to improve the appearance of their eyelashes with Latisse®.

How Is Latisse® Used?

When you have your prescription for Latisse® filled, you will be given both the medication and a supply of sterile applicators. It is essential to use a new, sterile applicator EVERY time you use the product to prevent the possibility of eye infections.

Make Application Part of Your Routine

Successful treatment depends on getting into a routine for proper application. Most people find it easiest to apply Latisse® at night as part of their bedtime routine. Wash your face thoroughly, making sure to remove contact lenses and any eye makeup.

Prevent Potential Infection

Hold the applicator horizontally, and squeeze just one drop of the medication onto the stem of the applicator, just behind the tip. Be very careful not to touch the opening of the bottle or the tip of the applicator with your fingers or other surfaces to avoid contaminating them with bacteria that might cause infections.

Use the Applicator

Stroke the applicator lightly and carefully along the edge of the upper lid at the base of the eyelashes, starting at the inside corner of the eye and sweeping outward. Do not attempt to use Latisse® by dropping it directly on the eyelid. Studies have shown that this tends to smear the medication over the eyelid and into the eyes.

Clean Up Excess

Carefully blot the skin if you spread Latisse® beyond the eyelid. (Latisse® can potentially grow hair on any skin, if it is repeatedly applied there. Remove any excess to avoid hair growth where you don’t want it!) Latisse® is only applied to the top eyelid. Use a fresh applicator for the other eye.

Thinning Eyebrows

If you would like to give your eyebrows a little boost as well, you can apply any excess Latisse® on the applicator to your eyebrows.

Don’t Double Applications

You will need to apply Latisse® every night. If you do miss a night, set a reminder for bedtime so you can be sure to apply the next night. (Do not attempt to make up for the missed dose by doubling the application.)

Contact Lens Use

Wait 15 minutes after application if you wish to re-insert your contact lenses.

When Will You See Results?

The natural growth phase (the anagen phase) of the hair follicle lasts one to two months. Since Latisse® works with the natural growth cycle, by extending the growth phase, you will not see instant results. Be patient and have faith.

Most people see new lash growth six to eight weeks into treatment. You should see full results in about 16 weeks. At that point, your medical professional will assess whether you need to continue using Latisse® every 24 hours or at longer intervals.

If you stop using Latisse®, your eyelash growth pattern will gradually return to its pre-treatment state.

Using Eye Makeup

You can continue to enhance the appearance of your eyes with mascara, eye shadows, and eyeliner. After all, the goal of Latisse® treatment and the other treatments available at A Younger You Medical Spa is to help you feel more confident in your appearance and more comfortable in your skin!

Where to Get Latisse® Treatment

Latisse® is a prescription medication and should be used with the guidance of a medical professional. Our experienced staff of medical professionals will assess whether you can safely use Latisse® and answer any questions you may have about treatments for thinning eyelashes. Learn more about Latisse® at A Younger You Medical Spa in Burlington, Wisconsin.